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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.

2 Dubai Security Guards Sell AED 1 Million Worth of Material, Tools from Construction Site

2 Dubai Security Guards Sell AED 1 Million Worth of Material, Tools from Construction Site

April 26, 2021

Two security guards in Dubai have been accused of stealing material and tools worth AED 1.1 million from a construction site. READ ALSO Dubai Police....

Now, Travel from Dubai to Sharjah in 9 Minutes via New Traffic Link

Now, Travel from Dubai to Sharjah in 9 Minutes via New Traffic Link

April 17, 2021

Residents of Dubai and Sharjah have something to look forward to as a new project linking the two emirates has been opened on Saturday, April....

Man in Sharjah Spared from Death Row as per Request of Victim’s Family

Man in Sharjah Spared from Death Row as per Request of Victim’s Family

April 17, 2021

Just when you think the world is getting darker and darker, some people live to tell their story and prove us wrong. READ NEXT: 10....

BI Issues Warning to OFWs: Using Old OECs is Illegal

PH Bureau of Immigration Issues Warning to OFWs: Using Old OECs is Illegal

April 15, 2021

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) issued a warning about a scam targeting former OFWs. The scheme works by giving former OFWS new tourist visas which....

UAE Eases Tax Rules, Reduces Penalties

UAE Eases Tax Rules, Reduces Penalties

April 15, 2021

The UAE Cabinet has amended the Executive Regulation of Federal Law on Tax Procedures, extending the tax notification from 10 to 40 working days. READ....

UAE Announces New Penalty for Companies that Don’t Pay Salaries on Time

UAE Announces New Penalty for Companies that Don’t Pay Salaries on Time

April 15, 2021

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has introduced a new penalty for private sector companies that don’t pay salaries to their employees on....

PH Bureau of Immigration Intercepts Illegal Departure of Filipino Bound for Dubai

PH Bureau of Immigration Intercepts Illegal Departure of Filipino Bound for Dubai

April 14, 2021

When planning to work abroad, it is crucial that we follow the right process. This involves applying through accredited agencies and processing the necessary papers,....

Dubai Set to Introduce Self-Driving Vehicles for Commercial Use

Dubai to Introduce Self-Driving Vehicles for Commercial Use

April 13, 2021

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, witnessed the signing of....

Food Delivery App, talabat, Pledges to Hire 300 Female Workers by Year End

Food Delivery App ‘Talabat’ Pledges to Hire 300 Female Workers by Year End

April 12, 2021

Good news to all the women looking for a new job in the UAE! Popular food delivery app, Talabat, has pledged to add 300 female....

UAE Launches Face ID To Get Government Services

LOOK: UAE Launches Face ID for Accessing Government Services

April 12, 2021

Two months after it was announced by the Ruler of Dubai, the UAE has launched a biometric facial and fingerprint recognition technology as part of....

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