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.
Dubai Water Canal is Officially Open!
The Dubai Canal has been officially opened! During a night ceremony on a Wednesday, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and....
Dubai Arena: The Largest Indoor Arena in the Region
Another project to look forward to: Dubai is set to build a multipurpose indoor arena that can accommodate a capacity of 20,000 people called the....
Future Hyperloop Transport: Dubai to Abu Dhabi in 12 Minutes
Travelling from Dubai to Abu Dhabi in 12 Minutes? Or what about from Dubai to Fujairah in 10 minutes? This seems like some futuristic stuff....
Dubai Traffic Radars to Detect Vehicles Speeding in Between Radars
A new technology will be added to the “Al Burj” radars to put a stop to those who are speeding up after passing a traffic....
Dubai Water Canal: Water Now Flows Through It
A milestone for the three-year project: water is being flowed into the Dubai Water Canal. This is the first time this is done and it....
The Tower: Dubai’s Soon-to-be Tallest Skyscraper Will Rise in 2020
The undertaking of a new project named “The Tower at Dubai Creek Harbour” has been laid out by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum (Vice President, Prime....
Dubai Parks and Resorts – Legoland and Riverland to Open on October 31
The date is set: 31 October 2016. The largest theme park destination in the region will finally open its gates to the general public. Riverland,....
Dubai Water Canal Project to Open in November!
The Dubai Water Canal is set to open this November 2016! Great news as this is another grand development that has been planned in Dubai. The....
Islamic New Year: Three-Day Long Weekend for UAE Private and Public Sector
UAE residents, the 2nd of October 2016 is announced as a holiday for both private and public sectors in celebration of the Islamic New Year.....
PCG Dubai Advisory on Illegal Fundraising/Charity Drives
The PCG (Philippine Consulate General) in Dubai and the Northern Emirates advises Filipinos working in the UAE to avoid spearheading fund/charity drives without legal approval. As....
