Killer Whale Seen in UAE Waters
A killer whale has been spotted at a beach in Umm Al Quwain recently. A video of the swimming animal, which is also called “orca,” has gone viral on Twitter. Many social media users retweeted …
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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.
Mohammed bin Rashid Library Project 15% Complete
The Mohammed bin Rashid Library is now being constructed in the Jaddaf area, along the Dubai Creek. Hussain Lootah, the Director-General of Dubai Municipality, announced that the project is 15 percent complete and proceeding as …
HH Sheikh Mohammed Launches Policy for People with Special Needs
The “National Policy for Empowering People with Disabilities” has just been launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The …
Philippine President Duterte Wins TIME 100 Reader Poll
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte topped the reader poll for this year’s TIME 100, an annual list that presents the one hundred most influential people in the world. After consistently leading the poll, Duterte gained 5% …
UAE Expats Now Have to Renew Driver’s License Every 5 Years
Expats in the UAE will now have to renew their driver’s license every five years. The new law was issued by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, His Highness Lt. General Sheikh …
HH Sheikh Mohammed among Top 10 Most Followed Leaders on Social Media
With 2.4 million followers, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, is among the “top 10 most followed and effective world leaders” …
Fire Breaks Out in a Shopping Center in Ajman
Ajman, 14 April 2017 – Around 11:26am, a fire broke out at Splash Center Center along Shk. Ammar Bin Hummaid Streetin Ajman Industrial Area. The cause of the fire has not yet been confirmed. We …
Emirates Voted as Best Airline in the World in TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards
Emirates airlines has been awarded as the Best Airline in the World and is the most awarded airline after bagging 4 major awards including Best Major Airlines – Middle East & Africa, Best Economy Class, Best …
April 23 Declared as Holiday for Both Public & Private Sectors for Israa and Miraj
UAE residents, April 23 has been declared as a paid holiday for government sector. The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources announced that April 23, Sunday, is an official holiday for Ministries and Federal authorities to …
Dubai Careers: New Job Portal Launched for Dubai Residents & Expats
Great news for job seekers! Dubai Careers, a new job portal, has just been launched. The website offers career opportunities for UAE nationals, residents and expats alike. Dubai Careers is an initiative of Smart Dubai …