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.
The Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi has posted an advisory for illegal Filipino nationals currently residing in the UAE with an expired/cancelled visa to rectify their status and take advantage of the UAE amnesty initiative. …
The Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi has released an advisory regarding the UAE amnesty program intended for visa violators who are currently residing in the UAE. Please see the common questions answered. Also Read: Major Changes …
PCG Dubai has released a statement concerning the UAE amnesty program for illegal residents. The program will take effect from 1 August to 31 October 2018 and they advise visa violators who want to take …
Major beauty brands have cut ties with Sondos Alqattan, a Kuwaiti beauty blogger, after criticizing Kuwait’s new labour laws about rights of domestic helpers. Some of these brands include Max Factor Arabia, Shisiedo cosmetics, Etude …
From buses to taxis, the metro, and tram — these are the modes of public transportation in Dubai. Recently, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced one more: electric abras. According to an RTA press …
Last week, Kuwaiti blogger and make-up artist Sondos Al Qattan found herself in hot water after ranting against a law that provides Filipino domestic workers with weekly days-off and the right to keep their passports. Many …
Sometime last year, we heard that a Warner Brothers theme park was coming to the UAE. A few months ago, the official opening date was announced… and that day is today! Warner Brothers World Abu Dhabi is …
Just a couple of months ago, a Filipina household service worker in Kuwait won a brand-new car from Korooti. Edna L., a 53-year-old Filipina from Pampanga who has been an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) for 16 …
We’ve heard about road accidents in the news lately, and many of them have been caused by reckless driving and sudden swerving. Unfortunately, these incidents have resulted in numerous fatalities as well as serious injuries, Gulf …
A beauty blogger and influencer from Kuwait is currently a subject of criticisms from many social media users after she complained about Filipino domestic workers getting days off and keeping their passports. Kuwaiti blogger, Sondos …