News
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.
After 31 Years, Long-Serving Worker Wins AED 93,600 Gratuity
The Abu Dhabi Labor Court recently issued a significant verdict in favor of a long-serving employee, mandating a private firm to settle an end-of-service gratuity....
MWO Dubai Reminds Minimum Age Rule for Filipino Domestic Workers
The Migrant Workers Office in Dubai has reiterated that Filipino domestic workers must be at least 24 years old to be legally deployed abroad, following....
RTA Rolls Out Safety and Etiquette Campaign on Dubai Metro and Tram
The Roads and Transport Authority has launched a new safety and etiquette awareness campaign across the Dubai Metro and Dubai Tram, aiming to improve passenger....
DMW, ICOH Push Expanded Healthcare Services for OFWs
Overseas Filipino Workers and their families can now access wider and more advanced medical care, following a major upgrade to the country’s dedicated OFW hospital,....
Disney CEO Teases Possible Disneyland Abu Dhabi in Social Media Post
Speculation around a possible Disneyland in Abu Dhabi is gaining attention after Bob Iger, CEO of The Walt Disney Company, shared photos from the UAE....
Tragic Ferry Sinking in Southern Philippines Leaves 18 Dead, Dozens Missing
A maritime disaster off the southern coast of the Philippines has left at least 18 people dead and 10 others still missing after the MV....
Woman Lands in Jail After Taking Company Laptop Over Dh150 Dispute
A seemingly minor financial disagreement over Dh150 has resulted in a one-month jail sentence for an Asian woman in the UAE. After her repeated attempts....
Philippines Deports 17 Taiwanese Nationals Linked to Major Online Scam Ring
PHILIPPINES: The Philippine Bureau of Immigration (BI) has deported 17 Taiwanese nationals who were discovered operating a massive online financial scam from within the country.....
DMW, CHED Invite OFWs in Dubai to Join ETEEAP Survey
Overseas Filipino Workers in Dubai are being invited to join a new survey that will help Philippine authorities assess interest in a government program that....
Child of Abu Dhabi OFW with Serious Illness Flown to Taiwan for Specialized Care
A seven-year-old Filipino boy whose family is based in Abu Dhabi has arrived in Taiwan for a specialized medical procedure, the Philippines’ Department of Migrant....
