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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.

Expat in UAE Awarded AED 192,000 Over Arbitrary Dismissal by Employer

Expat in UAE Awarded AED 192,000 Over Arbitrary Dismissal by Employer

October 6, 2020

An employee whose contract was arbitrarily dismissed without a warning will receive AED 192,000 in unpaid wages, gratuity, and compensation.  ALSO READ: Types of Employment Contracts....

Warning: Sharing False Information to Mislead Justice Could Land You in Jail - UAE Public Prosecution

Warning: Sharing False Information to Mislead Justice Could Land You in Jail – UAE Public Prosecution

October 4, 2020

The UAE Federal Public Prosecution has warned residents that sharing false information to mislead justice will be penalized in a hefty manner. ALSO READ: 20,000 AED....

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Dubai Pilot Fined AED 10,000 for Organizing a Yacht Party

October 3, 2020

To everyone, please be reminded that having a party is still prohibited. The Dubai Police have fined a pilot with a AED 10,000 fine for....

New Proposed UAE Law Details How Expats Can Obtain Citizenship

New Proposed UAE Law Details How Expats Can Obtain Citizenship

October 3, 2020

A new proposed law in the UAE outlines the details on how expats can apply for citizenship under certain conditions and requirements. Also Read: How to Sponsor Your....

LOOK: Dubai “Museum of the Future” Lights up at Night!

October 3, 2020

The Museum of the Future in Dubai is located next to Emirates Towers on Sheikh Zayed Road. This new Dubai landmark spans 30,000 square meters....

PHOTOS: Al Khawaneej Walk opens in Dubai

September 29, 2020

A new retail and leisure destination has opened in Dubai. Al Khawaneej Walk is a new community mall in the Al Khawaneej neighbourhood, has opened....

Dubai Gov't Urges Sponsors to Report Absconding Cases and Get AED 10,000 Refund

Sponsors Advised to Report Absconding Cases, Get AED 10,000 Refund

September 28, 2020

Dubai sponsors who report absconding household helpers to authorities are entitled to receive an incentive – an AED 10,000 refund if their former employee is illegally working....

dubai police fines woman organizing house party

Another Woman Fined AED 10,000 for Organizing House Party, Guests Fined AED 5,000

September 24, 2020

Another woman has been arrested after organizing a house party and violating the COVID-19 safety guidelines. The Dubai Police issued a Fine of AED 10,000....

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No More Alcohol License Requirement for Abu Dhabi Residents, Tourists

September 23, 2020

In an recent update, Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism announced that the emirate will no longer implement the alcohol license requirement for residents. Also....

phone scammers fraud sharjah

Sharjah Police Arrest Gang of Phone Scammers

September 22, 2020

Sharjah Police authorities are warning members of the public about fake text messages that are circulating coming from bank representatives. These phone scams intend to....

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