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.
Dubai Maid Arrested for Theft after Posting Photos Wearing her Employer’s Clothes
An Instagram post has led to the arrest of a Dubai housemaid after her Emirati sponsor saw her post wearing his wife’s clothing. Also Read:....
UAE Closes 250 Private Agencies, Issues New Rules for Hiring Housemaids
The UAE announced that it will shut down all third-party maid for hire agencies starting March to better protect the rights of workers and employers,....
VIDEO: 4 Arab Men Arrested in UAE for Mocking Asians
A warning to everyone. Please be advised that offending / insulting others is a crime in the UAE. Aside from insults, the country has strict....
Expat Arrested for Selling Employment Visa in Dubai
A 29-year-old Asian man was arrested and was later on charged in court for faking and selling an employment visa for AED 6,500 in Dubai.....
A Treat for ALL Frontliners from Radisson Blu Dubai Deira Creek
Enjoy a great treat to ALL Frontliners! Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek invites all frontline workers to enjoy Buy One Get One deals from....
New Mosque That Can Accommodate 300 Worshippers Now Open
The Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD) in Dubai have announced the reopening of an old mosque in Hatta that has been rebuilt and....
Dubai All Set to Open World’s Tallest Swing Ride Next Week
Dubai is set to open yet another world-class, and literally, the tallest swing ride in the world starting next week. The brand new tourist attraction....
GDRFA, Dubai Tourism Sign Deal to Offer Special Visas, Residency Permits
The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai and Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) have recently signed a deal to....
WhatsApp Users Given Until February 8 to Accept New Policies or Lose Account Data
The UAE Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) on January 7 announced an important update regarding the use of instant messaging platform WhatsApp. Also Read: 5 Social Media....
Filipina wins AED 1,000,000 after sending AED 186 to her father
Congrats to our kabayan Nina Elmina Sanchez for becoming Al Ansari Exchange’s 7th Millionaire! Al Ansari Exchange, the UAE-based foreign exchange and worldwide Money Transfer Company,....
