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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.
Two Dead After Drinking Bottled Water, Oman Bans Imports
Omani authorities have enacted a complete ban on the import of bottled water from Iran following a tragic incident where two individuals died (one Omani....
Death Toll Rises to 72 in Magnitude 6.9 Earthquake in Cebu
CEBU, PHILIPPINES – A powerful magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck the northern part of Cebu on Tuesday evening, September 30, causing alarm across the region. UPDATE:....
UAE Updates Visit Visa Rules, Sets New Minimum Salary for Sponsors
The United Arab Emirates has rolled out a significant update to its visit visa regulations, establishing new minimum income requirements for residents who wish to....
Filipino Domestic Helper in Kuwait Sentenced to Death for Placing Child in Washing Machine
KUWAIT – A Kuwaiti court has ruled the death penalty for a Filipina household worker accused of causing the death of her employer’s 18-month-old son.....
Fire Breaks Out in Al Barsha Residential Building, No Casualties Reported
A fire that broke out in a residential building in Dubai’s Al Barsha area, near the Mall of the Emirates, was successfully controlled by emergency....
Dubai Miracle Garden Set for Grand Reopening on September 29 2025
The largest natural flower garden in the world, Dubai Miracle Garden, is all set for a grand reopening on 29th September 2025. This marks the....
Philippines DMW Announces Minimum Salary Increase for OFW Domestic Workers to USD 500 USD (AED 1836 )
PHILIPPINES (August 22, 2025) – The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has announced a significant wage increase for overseas Filipino domestic workers, raising the minimum....
Hollywood Celebrity Lindsay Lohan Talks about Finding Peace and Privacy in Dubai
Hollywood star Lindsay Lohan has made Dubai her home base for quite some time, and she couldn’t be happier with her decision. The actress, known for....
Five Filipinos Arrested in Saudi Arabia for Home Break-ins and Drug Possession
Riyadh, SAUDI ARABIA – On August 23, 2025, during evening operations, Riyadh Region Police arrested five Filipinos who were allegedly breaking into homes and stealing....
Dubai Court Orders Man to Pay Dh50,000 as Blood Money in Fatal eScooter Incident
A Dubai court has made an important ruling about a deadly traffic accident that shows why everyone must be careful on the roads. In March....
