News
News and updates on what’s happening in Dubai. Announcements and important information about the emirate that the residents should be aware of. Here we share current events and advisories, as well as trends for your reference.
Filipino Wins in UAE Singing Reality Show
Just a few minutes before New Year’s Eve, a Filipino singer was proclaimed as the first-ever winner of “The One UAE,” which is the biggest....
Indian Expat Wins 15 Million AED in Big Ticket Raffle
An Indian expat won the grand prize in the recently held 15 MILLION DIRHAMS SERIES 199 by Big Ticke Abu Dhabi. Sarath Purushothaman bought the ticket number....
New Year Marks Start of Long Term Visas for Expats
The year 2019 brings great news for foreign investors, entrepreneurs, researchers, outstanding students, retiring expats, and Emirati women, as new visa rules and legislation are now....
BREAKING NEWS: 4 Dead as Helicopter Crashes in Jebel Jais, Ras Al Khaimah
A rescue helicopter has crashed in Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah and its crew passengers were killed. The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced the crash....
21-Seater First Hybrid Abra Introduced in the UAE
Public transport in the UAE comes in various shapes and sizes. If you haven’t been here, you’d be pleased to know that the country’s local....
These Kinds of Advertisements Can Get you Fined for up to AED 500,000
In most parts of the world, many people easily find a soft spot for pets and animals, especially that they are commonly used as subjects....
UAE Announces New Year Holiday for Public, Private Sector
In most parts of the world, the start of the New Year which traditionally falls on January 1st in modern-day calendar marks the very first....
Dubai Bags Guinness World Record for Biggest Christmas Ornament
In line with the holiday spirit, businesses and establishments put up their own marketing gimmicks to attract more customers, and simply to create an atmosphere....
Dubai to Host Gulfood in February
Dubai is known for a great deal of things. Having a profile of heterogeneity, the city is home to a number of multinationals working and....
Dubai Metro to Operate Almost 24 Hours on New Year
Going home on New Year’s Day is oftentimes a struggle because you’d expect people (including public transport staff) to be out and celebrating, just like....
