BREAKING: Fire in Al Qusais market
A fire erupted in Al Qusais late Monday – 26th October 2020. According to a post shared by Dubai Media Office, the Dubai Civil Defense team battled a fire at a cattle market in Al …
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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.
[VIDEO] Dubai Crown Prince Unveils Hamdan Smart Station for Simulation and Training
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His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, has recently inaugurated the Hamdan Smart Station for Simulation and Training. ALSO READ: Dubai Police Offers …
The Palm Fountain at The Pointe: Largest Fountain in the World
The Pointe in Palm Jumeirah has broken the official Guinness World Record for the World’s Largest Fountain on October 22, 2020. Simply called “The Palm Fountain“, this is the much-awaited dancing water fountain by property developer Nakheel. …
Dubai Expat Chokes Police Officer While Being Apprehended
A Dubai expat verbally abused his cleaning staff at the Palm Jumeirah and later on turned violent when he was arrested by a police officer last May. The 42-year-old Egyptian man was reported to the Dubai police …
Young Man Arrested for Insulting and Threatening Dubai Police
A warning and reminder to everyone that the UAE has strict rules governing social media behavior online. Threatening or insulting the government is a big no-no and constitutes arrest and heavy fines. Also Read: 3 Men …
Wedding Receptions and Events to Resume in Dubai
The Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management in Dubai, headed by H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, announced that wedding receptions will be allowed to resume in hotels, halls, homes, temporary …
New Scheme Launched for Remote Workers to Relocate in Dubai
Dubai has launched a new program that enables overseas remote working professionals to live in the emirate while continuing to serve their employers in their home country. ALSO READ: How to Apply for Freelance Permit in …
RTA Recognizes Dubai Driver who Returned Bag Containing AED 250,000
A public bus driver in Dubai was recognized and lauded by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) for his honesty after returning a bag of a passenger containing AED 250,000. The bus driver, a Pakistani expat, Noor Khan, has …
7 Arrested for Fake Prize Scam in UAE
A gang, composed of seven Asians that ran a fake prize racket, was arrested by the Ajman Police and their Abu Dhabi counterparts. ALSO READ: WATCH: UAE Police Raid and Arrest 28 Phone Scammers During the …
[WARNING] Posting Defamatory Content on Social Media Can Be Fined Up to AED 500,000 in UAE
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UAE authorities have reported that the number of violations committed using social media has risen by over 56% from 357 in 2018 to 512 cases in 2019. In line with this, officials continue to warn the public …