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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.

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HH Sheikh Hamdan: No Hike on Government Fees for 3 Years

March 5, 2018

Sheikh Hamdan announces order to freeze Dubai Government public services fees hike for the next three years. The move, which aims to support the social....

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Mickey Mouse in Dubai Miracle Garden

February 27, 2018

Fans of Mickey Mouse can catch a floral installation of the iconic character at the Dubai Miracle Garden – the world’s largest natural flower garden.....

Visa Processing Online to take Only 10 Minutes

February 27, 2018

These days, you can have your visa processed in just a matter of minutes. In fact, you don’t even have to leave your house and....

Good Conduct Certificate No Longer a Requirement for Switching Jobs

February 24, 2018

Residents in the UAE who are planning to switch jobs, you can now breathe a sigh of relief! Based on the latest information from the....

RTA’s “Hyperloop:” Travel from Dubai to Abu Dhabi in 12 Minutes

February 23, 2018

When news about Hyperloop first came out two years ago, many of us couldn’t quite believe it. Traveling from Dubai to Abu Dhabi (or vice versa)....

Deira Mall: Biggest Mall in the Middle East Coming Soon to Dubai

February 22, 2018

It’s official: The biggest mall in the region will be completed by 2021, and it’s going to be in Dubai! Leading developer Nakheel recently signed....

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Dubai dentist offers Dental Treatment OFWs struggling to afford dental treatment in the UAE

February 21, 2018

All OFWs and other expats in Dubai who are earning a monthly salary of AED 3500 and below, a dental clinic in Dubai is offering....

Filipino Wins in Prince Hamdan’s Photography Contest

February 21, 2018

Just the other day, we shared about a Filipino teacher who is a finalist for an international award. Today, we would like to present another “kabayan”....

Good Conduct Certificate Not Required from Filipino Domestic Workers ’til June

February 21, 2018

To all domestic workers from the Philippines and Indonesia, you do not need to submit a Good Conduct & Behaviour Certificate — just yet. Recently, it....

OFWs Advised: Send “Balikbayan Boxes” via Accredited Companies Only

February 20, 2018

To our fellow Pinoys who are planning to send a “balikbayan box” back home, make sure that you send it via an accredited cargo company.....

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