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.
Dubai-based Emerging Markets Property Group (EMPG) and OLX Group, owners of homegrown technology firms Bayut and dubizzle, have announced the merger of their MENA and South Asia operations to form an AED 3.6 billion (US$1 …
The saying “you are never too poor to give” makes so much impact these days when almost everyone is experiencing the effects of the pandemic on the economy. But this did not hinder one jobless …
Emirates airlines has confirmed that it laid off some staff after a thorough review of resources and costs. In a report from Dubai Media office, the Dubai-based airline confirmed on a Sunday (31st May 2020) …
Dubai has announced that it will gradually reopen most business activities that had been closed as a precautionary measure against the spread of Covid-19 starting May 27. In line with this, a stringent set of precautionary measures …
One of the UAE’s largest money exchange companies, UAE Exchange has started issuing refunds to some customers whose transactions had been delayed. The delay in issuing refunds was due to the crisis the company has reportedly been …
Dubai authorities have announced that businesses in Dubai will resume its operations and people in Dubai are allowed to move freely from 6am to 11pm. The reopening of businesses will start from May 27, 2020. …
Dubai has announced that businesses will resume operations including gyms and cinemas, starting Wednesday, 27th May 2020. Hence, this pushes the National Sterilization Program hours back to 11pm (instead of 8pm). The schedule for the …
The Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO) in Dubai has reopened the application for DOLE-AKAP financial aid for OFWs in Dubai and the Northern Emirates. This was shared in an advisory shared online concerning the Department …
The Philippine Consulate General Dubai and Northern Emirates announces a new normal set-up for those visiting the office in Al Qusais. Those who are planning to visit the Consulate will need to have an appointment …
Horrifying and tragic accident. A flight from Lahore to Karachi from Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) carrying passengers crashed into a residential area near airport in Karachi. The plane that is an Airbus A320 and it …