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.
UAE Schools Reopen April 20: What Parents Must Know
ABU DHABI: In-person classes across the UAE will officially resume on April 20, 2026, covering nurseries, schools, and universities after weeks of distance learning. Authorities....
New Scam Alert: Filipinos Tricked into Foreign Military Jobs
PHILIPPINES: Filipinos planning to work abroad are being warned about a new and dangerous scam. The Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking and Commission on Filipinos Overseas say....
Filipinos Speak: 69% Want Trial for VP Duterte
PHILIPPINES: A new survey by OCTA Research shows that 69% of Filipinos support an impeachment trial for Sara Duterte. The poll was conducted from March 19....
HIV Test Rule for Oman? Filipinos Face Boarding Issues
OMAN: Filipinos traveling to Oman are facing confusion after reports of an HIV test requirement surfaced. The Philippine Embassy in Muscat says it has not received....
New UAE–PH Deal Could Cut Remittance Fees for OFWs
ABU DHABI / MANILA: The Central Bank of the UAE and Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas have signed a new agreement to improve how money moves....
OWWA, DMW Lead Return of 321 OFWs and 20 Remains from Kuwait
PHILIPPINES: A total of 321 overseas Filipino workers arrived from Kuwait this week, along with the remains of 20 Filipinos who passed away due to....
AED10,000 Fine Instead of Jail—Case Takes Surprise Turn
UAE: A court in Ras Al Khaimah has cancelled a one-year jail sentence against a 49-year-old man and replaced it with a Dh10,000 fine, after reviewing....
OFWs and Families Can Get DSWD Aid—Check If You Qualify
PHILIPPINES: The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has extended support to over 2,500 overseas Filipino workers affected by the ongoing Middle East conflict, providing....
OWWA Urges Undocumented OFWs to Repatriate; Families Included
PHILIPPINES: The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) is encouraging undocumented Filipinos in the Middle East to return home, with assurance that there will be no penalties.....
World No. 1: UAE Leads in 10 Health Indicators
UAE: The country ranked first globally in 10 healthcare indicators for 2025, showing strong performance in patient care, disease prevention, and public health systems that....
