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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.
Former PH President Duterte Waives Right to Attend ICC Hearing, Cites Health and Sovereignty
PHILIPPINES: Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has formally waived his right to attend the upcoming confirmation of charges hearing at the International Criminal Court (ICC)....
SBN 1493 Seeks Stronger Rights for BPO Workers
A proposed law in the Senate seeks to strengthen job security, wages, and health protections for workers in the business process outsourcing sector. Senate Bill....
Viral 4PH Model Unit Photos Stir Debate Online
New photos of a fully furnished model unit under the Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino Program (4PH) are circulating widely online this week, drawing mixed....
VP Sara Duterte Announces 2028 Presidential Bid
PHILIPPINES: Vice President Sara Duterte on Wednesday formally declared that she will run for president in the 2028 national elections, marking the start of what....
Sandro Marcos Pushes Free Electricity Bill for Low-Use Homes
PHILIPPINES: House Majority Leader Ferdinand Alexander Marcos is pushing a proposal that would grant free electricity to low-consumption households, shifting the burden of subsidies from....
German National Arrested at NAIA with PhP 55.3M Drugs Hidden in Bibles
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Authorities at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (BOC-NAIA) have intercepted a significant haul of illegal drugs, arresting a German passenger who attempted....
Toddler Dies in Tragic Sharjah Accident During Family Visit
SHARJAH – A family reunion for an Indian expatriate in the UAE has turned to heartbreak after his visiting toddler son died in a car....
Dubai Police Unveils Community Initiatives for Ramadan 2026
Dubai Police has announced its comprehensive plan of community-focused programs and awareness campaigns for the Holy Month of Ramadan in 2026. The initiatives, revealed during....
Dubai Police’s “Combat Begging” Campaign for Ramadan: 1,800 Cases in 5 Years
As the Holy Month of Ramadan approaches, Dubai Police has re-launched its annual “Combat Begging” campaign, a key initiative aimed at ensuring the security and....
Commission on Filipinos Overseas Reviews Inheritance Laws to Protect OFW Assets
The Commission on Filipinos Overseas has begun a comprehensive review of the country’s inheritance and property laws to better protect the rights of Filipinos living....
