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.
ABU DHABI: Schools in Abu Dhabi are now required to check on students’ wellbeing regularly as distance learning continues, under new rules from the Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK). The updated framework puts strong …
DUBAI: After 10 years of working abroad, an overseas Filipino worker (OFW) is finally heading home, sharing a story of sacrifice, resilience, and gratitude after receiving government support, shared in an MWO report. ContentsA decade …
PHILIPPINES: A large number of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who returned home due to the Middle East crisis are not giving up on working abroad. According to the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), 84% of …
PHILIPPINES: Prolonged Middle East conflict could put hundreds of thousands of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) at risk, while also raising fuel prices and pushing more families into poverty, government officials warned. ContentsHow many OFWs could …
LEBANON: The Philippines has joined over 65 countries, including France, Germany, Indonesia, the UK, and others, calling for stronger protection of United Nations peacekeepers after deadly attacks in southern Lebanon raised global concern. ContentsWhat is …
DUBAI: Dubai Police helped dismantle one of Europe’s most violent crime groups after arresting a key suspect at a UAE airport as part of a global anti-crime operation. ContentsWhat is the Lyons Clan criminal organization?What …
DUBAI: Emirates has announced a reduced flight schedule following partial reopening of regional airspace, affecting travelers across multiple routes. ContentsAre Emirates flights cancelled or delayed right now?How do I check my Emirates flight status?Can …
PHILIPPINES: The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has announced delays in Philippine passport processing, affecting applicants nationwide. The agency said the issue is linked to global disruptions caused by the ongoing Middle East crisis. ContentsWhat …
PHILIPPINES: The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) clarified that no deployment ban is in place for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in the Middle East, despite rising tensions in some countries. This comes after reports spread …
PHILIPPINES: The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is now looking at chartered flights to bring home Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) faster from the Middle East. The move comes as commercial flights remain limited and slow, especially …