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.
Breaking this UAE Traffic Law Incurs AED 1,000 Fine and Four Black Points
The Abu Dhabi Police has released an announcement on social media regarding its campaign to raise awareness for motorists to drive safely on the road....
Abu Dhabi Police Arrest 5 Men for Possession of Illegal Drugs
Five Asian men were arrested for possessing illegal drugs that weighed more than 17 kilograms in two separate operations. In a post by Abu Dhabi Police....
Dubai Introduces Taxis with No Driver, Would You Ride One?
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched of a series of its smart projects and services at the Gitex Technology Week starting last Sunday....
Breaking News: 1 Killed, 2 Injured in Accident at Palm Jumeirah
This morning, October 14, 2018, an accident occurred in The Palm Jumeirah and one person was killed and two are seriously injured. The Dubai Police....
Hotel Featuring Movie-themed Suites Opens in Dubai
Fantastic news for movie fans! Majid Al Futtaim, along with Marriott International, recently opened a hotel that features movie-themed suites, according to the Arabian Gazette.....
60-Dirham Low-Cost Insurance for Employees Starts October 15
A few months ago, we shared about major changes in visa rules introduced by the UAE Cabinet. One of these is a low-cost insurance system for employees,....
Dubai Soon to Adopt Digital Payment of Bills
Citizens of Dubai will soon be able to perform day-to-day transactions such as paying bills, purchases, school fees, and other utilities, based on a secure....
Dubai Launches World’s First Rescue Drone, the “Flying Rescuer”
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s… the Flying Rescuer! The Dubai Municipality has just launched an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that would rescue beach....
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....
