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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.
5-Day Long Weekend in UAE, Public & Private Sector Holidays from Dec 1-3
Another long weekend is coming up with the Commemoration Day and UAE’s National Day Holidays already approved by the UAE. This applies to both private....
![[WATCH] Virgin Hyperloop Transports First Human Passengers on Historic Test Ride](https://dubaiofw.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/first-passenger-test-ride.jpg)
[WATCH] Virgin Hyperloop Transports First Human Passengers on Historic Test Ride
Virgin Hyperloop once again was put in the spotlight on Monday (November 9) as it had successfully transported its first human passengers inside a Hyperloop pod. ....
Honesty in Dubai: 99.9% of 31,000 Lost and Found Cases in Dubai Taxis Resolved
A lot of us may have that experience of leaving our things in public and expect that they won’t be found. However in Dubai, it’s....
UAE Law Updates: Unmarried couples can live together, No more alcohol license, etc.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced on Saturday (November 7) several amendments to its Islamic personal laws, now allowing unmarried couples to cohabitate, loosening....
Filipina Maid Allegedly Steals Cash and Jewelry worth AED 182,000
A foreign domestic worker in Dubai stood trial in court after she was accused of stealing jewelry and cash worth AED 182,000 from her Emirati employer. The....
UAE provides urgent aid worth AED35 million to people affected by typhoon Rolly in Philippines
The UAE provides urgent assistance to people in the Philippines affected by typhoon “Rolly” in the Philippines. This is not the first time that the....
3000 Flags at UAE Flag Garden in Kite Beach Capture Expo 2020 Dubai Logo
The UAE Flag Day is here once again and the popular Kite Beach in Dubai is decorated with a flag garden with red, green, white,....
Abu Dhabi Residents to Receive Free Seasonal Flu Vaccine
The COVID-19 pandemic is not the only disease that needs to be addressed during these times. This is the message by the Abu Dhabi government to its....
BREAKING: Fire in Al Qusais market
A fire erupted in Al Qusais late Monday – 26th October 2020. According to a post shared by Dubai Media Office, the Dubai Civil Defense....
![[VIDEO] Dubai Crown Prince Unveils Hamdan Smart Station for Simulation And Training](https://dubaiofw.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/sheikh-hamdan.jpg)
[VIDEO] Dubai Crown Prince Unveils Hamdan Smart Station for Simulation and Training
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, has recently inaugurated the Hamdan....
