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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.

Filipina in Dubai Wakes Up from 9-Month Coma

February 8, 2017

A Filipina living in Dubai has woken up after nine months of being in a coma. Perlite Almonte, 35, was admitted to the Rashid Hospital....

A New Entry Visa System in UAE Has Been Approved

February 7, 2017

The Cabinet has approved a new entry visa system on Sunday. This system seeks to attract qualified and talented professionals to the UAE. It will....

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A Friendly Reminder: Do Not Accept Packages from Strangers When Travelling

February 6, 2017

A reminder to all passengers, do not accept items from strangers when flying. You might not realize the item that you are carrying is illegal/banned....

Duterte Urged to Extend Validity of Philippine Passport to 10 Years

February 2, 2017

Senator Ralph Recto has urged President Duterte to extend the validity of Philippine passports to 10 years. Once approved, this will double their validity period,....

Firoz Merchant Bails Debt Prisoners

Indian Businessman Pledges 3.8 Million AED to Save Prisoners in Debt

January 30, 2017

2017 has been declared as the Year of Giving in the UAE and what better way to start it than to learn about this act....

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi to Launch New Rollercoaster

January 28, 2017

Thrill-seekers are in for a treat, as Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is launching a new rollercoaster on March 27, 2017. Dubbed as “Turbo Track,” it....

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Lucky OFW Wins Brand New Car from Korooti

January 24, 2017

A Filipina OFW from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, won a brand new car from Dubai-based private company, Korooti. The company conducted raffle draw at the Ninoy....

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RTA Tests Sensor-Based Pedestrian Signal for Crossing the Street Easier

January 24, 2017

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is now testing a “smart light” system for keeping pedestrians safe. It uses sensor-based technology to detect movement and....

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UAE Weather: Possible Rain in the Next Few Days

January 20, 2017

There’s going to be a possible rain in the UAE in the next coming days. A tweet from the official Twitter account of the National....

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Aim Fresh Supermarket Selling Filipino Products Opens in Al Rigga, Dubai

January 19, 2017

Aim Fresh Supermarket opens in Al Rigga. This is a 24-hour grocery shop that sells Filipino products which will definitely be a hit among the....

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