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 Private Sector Employees Granted Paid Paternal Leaves
In what is considered a first in the region, His Highness President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, approved new amendments to federal laws on....
1 Dead, 5 Injured in Multiple Road Accidents in Dubai
A reminder to everyone to please be careful when driving on the road. 1 person died and 5 others were injured in scattered traffic accidents....
Fire due to Gas Leak in Restaurant in Dubai International City, 1 Person Dead
A gas leak caused a fire in International City on a Monday – 31st August 2020. According to reports, the Dubai Civil Defense team was....
Gas Explosion in Abu Dhabi Building
The Abu Dhabi Police is dealing with an explosion caused by a gas connection in a restaurant on Sheik Rashid Bin Saeed Road. Cases of....
Mothers permitted to work from home as classes start
Mothers with children in grade six and below or those with children of determination are permitted to work remotely from home so that they can....
Trio Misuse Emirates ID to Scam Residents in UAE
The Dubai Court of First Instance heard on Thursday, August 27, that an expat was detained by the Dubai Police while attempting to encash a....
At least AED 10,000 Salary Required from Filipinos in UAE to Get Affidavit of Support for Visiting Relatives
Filipinos in the UAE are now required to present proof that they are earning at least AED 10,000 to secure a supporting travel document for their family members....
Drunk Driver Charged AED 500,000 by Insurance Provider After Fatal Car Crash in UAE
A man who had gone drinking and got involved in a fatal car crash has been ordered to pay AED 500,000 to an insurance company, which provided....
520 Buses Now Equipped with Free Wi-Fi in Abu Dhabi
Public transport users in Abu Dhabi can now enjoy free Wi-Fi access on 520 buses plying in Abu Dhabi, the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) announced on....
















