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.
Sharjah Municipality Imposes AED 500 Fine for ‘Illegal’ Car Washing
The Sharjah Municipality has released a report on the number of car owners who had their vehicles cleaned in public areas, streets, and residential locations,....
Sheikh Hamdan Extends Well Wishes to Two UAE Astronauts
Dubai Crown Prince and Chairman of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum expressed his delight....
Pay Bills, Access Gov’t Services ONLINE ONLY from Oct 21-25
If you need to pay the bills, renew your licence, or avail of a public service — take note that you can do these “online....
Watch: Her Highness Shaikha Mozah Al Maktoum as an Emirates Pilot
Other than being a privilege or entitlement, one’s position or stature in society oftentimes can also become a limitation. But that has not been the....
World’s Largest Vertical Farm to be Built in Dubai
The UAE may already have the world’s longest zipline, the world’s largest aerial projection, and the world’s largest jigsaw puzzle, but there’s another record-breaking milestone that we’ll soon....
How to Apply for the 6-Months Visa for UAE Job-Seekers
With this year’s announcement by the UAE government for those seeking to get amnesty or extend their stay in the country, many residents, particularly expats,....
WATCH: Reckless Driver Almost Smash into School Bus in Abu Dhabi
A police campaign in Abu Dhabi has featured a video of a driver recklessly speeding on the road and then cutting in front of a....
UAE Gov’t to offer 1-year Free Medication Coverage to Critically-ill Patients
In its efforts to provide appropriate treatments for patients in line with the UAE Vision 2021, the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) has partnered....
In Photos: Dubai’s Prince Hamdan Launches “Smart Police Station” at La Mer
When he’s not rescuing animals, the Crown Prince of Dubai is busy launching new initiatives. On October 3, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid....
Dubai Taxi Driver Faces Jail Time for Touching US Officer in Cab
A taxi driver in Dubai will serve 6 months in prison after he was convicted of making sexual advances on a US navy officer inside....
