Bus Catches Fire in Al Khail Road
A bus caught fire in Al Khail Road on Monday – 17th August 2020. The Dubai Civil Defense team from Al Quoz were able to control the fire in 9 minutes. Dubai Authorities Control Bus …
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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.
Woman Arrested for Offering Unlicensed Cosmetic Treatments
A woman was arrested in Dubai for promoting cosmetic treatments on social media without a license. In a post shared by the Dubai Police, the woman was said to perform unauthorized plastic surgeries in her …
UAE-based Filipina Turns her Car into a Caravan of Relief Goods to Help Kababayan in Need
During these unprecedented times, we see either the best or worst in people. And for Filipinos living abroad, who can only depend on themselves because their families are not with them, the situation can test …
Dubai Police Punishment for Blackmail and Threats Online
The Dubai Police recently reminded residents and citizens of consequences on Blackmail and Threats online. As these offenses are punishable by Fine and/or Jail Time. Please be careful to all residents that threatening a person …
Filipina Housemaid Attempts Suicide, Accused of Stealing Employer’s Valuables
A Filipina housemaid in Dubai was sent to trial after being accused of stealing jewelry, clothes, and watches from her Emirati employer. The housemaid’s misconduct was discovered after her failed attempt of committing suicide inside her …
Dubai’s New Research Center Aims to Prevent Next Pandemic
At a time when the world is still battling with a virus that has already infected over 20 million people and claimed over 700,000 lives all over the world, Dubai’s Mohammed Bin Rashid Medical Research Institute has …
From UAE for Lebanon, UAE Launches Volunteer Campaign for Residents
A urgent volunteer campaign has been launched by the UAE in order to help and support the Lebanese following the tragic blast in Beirut that left dozens dead, thousands injured and homeless. This volunteer campaign …
UAE Visit Visa Holders from India Can Soon Travel to UAE – Indian Ambassador
Visit visa holders from India will soon be able to travel the UAE based on an ‘Air Bubble’ agreement being finalized between the two countries. This development follows India’s Ministry of Home Affairs’ (MHA) decision to ease …
UAE Extends Expired Visas for 1 Month starting 11th August
Be advised that the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, ICA, issued a decision to extend the deadline for holders of expired entry permits and visas from 11th August, 2020, for one month, to enable …
Fire Breaks out in Warehouse in Umm Ramool Dubai
A fire broke out on a Monday afternoon (August 10, 2020) in Umm Ramool area in Dubai in one of Duty Free warehouses. This is the 3rd fire reported in the UAE within the last …