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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.

DOH Launches Drug Price Watch to Help Filipinos Find Cheaper Hypertension Medicines

DOH Launches Drug Price Watch to Help Filipinos Find Cheaper Hypertension Medicines

February 10, 2026

The Department of Health has rolled out a new digital tool to help Filipinos find cheaper maintenance medicines, especially for chronic conditions like hypertension. Called....

UAE Expands Will Registration Options for Non-Muslim Expatriates

UAE Expands Will Registration Options for Non-Muslim Expatriates

February 10, 2026

Non-Muslim expatriates in the UAE now have clearer and more flexible options for registering wills, following recent federal and local legal reforms that strengthen estate....

DOH Studying Free Pay Wards for PhilHealth Direct Contributors

DOH Studying Free Pay Wards for PhilHealth Direct Contributors

February 10, 2026

On on February 10, Tuesday, Malacañang confirmed that the Department of Health is studying a proposal to extend zero balance billing to pay wards or....

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Valentine’s Day Warning for OFWs: Stay Alert Online as Scams Rise During Peak Homesickness

February 8, 2026

As Valentine’s Day approaches, the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi is backing a renewed push by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas to remind overseas Filipinos....

Filipino Officers Rank 1st and 5th in UAE MOI Police Program

Filipino Officers Rank 1st and 5th in UAE MOI Police Program

February 8, 2026

A Filipino police officer has ranked first overall in a highly selective international police training program hosted by the UAE Ministry of Interior, marking a....

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Asian Driver Fined AED 15,000 and Suspended After Alcohol-Related Crash on Emirates Road

February 7, 2026

A recent verdict by the Dubai traffic court serves as a stark reminder of the zero-tolerance policy regarding driving under the influence in the UAE.....

TESDA Launches Skills Passport App to Link Training to Jobs

TESDA Launches Skills Passport App to Link Training to Jobs

February 6, 2026

The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority has launched the TESDA Skills Passport, a mobile first super app designed to bring skills training, certification, and....

How to earn a bachelor’s degree for free at UP Open University

How to Earn a Bachelor’s Degree for FREE at UP Open University

February 6, 2026

The University of the Philippines Open University allows eligible students to earn a college degree without paying tuition, but only under specific rules set by....

DMW Flags Online Job Offers as Main Entry Point to Trafficking Syndicates

DMW Flags Online Job Offers as Main Entry Point to Trafficking Syndicates

February 5, 2026

The Department of Migrant Workers has flagged fraudulent online job offers as the most common entry point used by human trafficking syndicates, following the recent....

Dubai Police Hosts Al Hamriyah Community Forum for Filipino Residents

Dubai Police Hosts Al Hamriyah Community Forum for Filipino Residents

February 5, 2026

Dubai Police has organized the Al Hamriyah Community Forum for the Filipino community as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen trust, communication, and safety....

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