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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.

UAE Gov’t Extends Visa Amnesty until end of December

UAE Gov’t Extends Visa Amnesty Until End of December

December 4, 2018

In line with its 47th National Day celebrations, the UAE government has announced that the visa amnesty scheme it offered since August this year will....

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Expat from Portugal Wins AED 12 Million in Big Ticket Abu Dhabi Raffle

December 3, 2018

Mohammed Saif Abdul Razak, an expat from Portugal, became a millionaire when he won the 12 Million AED jackpot at the Big Ticket Abu Dhabi....

WATCH Khalid Al Ameri Serves Free Meals at Jollibee UAE

WATCH: Khalid Al Ameri Serves Free Meals at Jollibee UAE

December 3, 2018

A week ago, Jollibee UAE made a lot of people happy by launching a food truck along the Dubai Marina promenade. Recently, they made even more people happier by....

UAE to Launch Initiative to Control Cigarette Tax Evasion

UAE to Launch Initiative to Control Cigarette Tax Evasion

December 3, 2018

In a bid to address the issue of cigarette tax evasion in the country, the UAE government will be launching a digital scheme to monitor....

Filipino Expat Wins 10g of Gold for Losing 10kg in Fitness Drive

Filipino Expat Wins 10g of Gold for Losing 10kg in Fitness Drive

December 3, 2018

Exercising has its rewards, especially for a Filipino expat in Dubai. Aside from losing weight and keeping fit, working out has enabled him to win....

Etisalat Offers Free and Faster Wi-Fi on UAE National Day

Etisalat Offers Free and Faster Wi-Fi on UAE National Day

November 30, 2018

Towards the run-up for the UAE’s 47th National Day on November 30, UAE Telecom operator Etisalat announced through social media that it will be offering free....

UAE Ministry to Offer Services Right at your Doorstep

UAE Ministry to Offer Services Right at Your Doorstep

November 30, 2018

In an effort to extend its services to the public, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has launched a fleet of ministry vehicles....

Dubai Police Stations Adopt Smart Bail Initiative

Dubai Police Stations Adopt Smart Bail Initiative

November 30, 2018

In line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of....

PHOTOS Pavilion Designs of Different Countries at Expo 2020 Duba

PHOTOS: Pavilion Designs of Different Countries at Expo 2020 Dubai

November 30, 2018

In just a couple of years, millions of people will be coming to Dubai — tourists, business executives, government officials, and many more! Their destination? Expo....

Burj Khalifa, KhalifaSat Among this Year's UAE Pioneer Awardees

Burj Khalifa, Dubai Metro, & Emirates Among this Year’s UAE Pioneer Awardees

November 29, 2018

The Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, recently honoured this year’s....

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