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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.
All You Need to Know UAE Pass App and UAE Pass Kiosk
The UAE government has announced its decision through Smart Dubai to mandate the UAE PASS as the only digital identity to be used by citizens and residents....
UAE visa fines waived for expired visas, 3 months grace period to depart UAE
Those who have expired visas before March 1, 2020 will have NO Visa Fines for overstaying. They will also have a 3-month grace period starting....
3 persons burned to death as 4 cars crash on Sheikh Zayed Road
In a tragic accident, three people burned to death after 4 cars collided on Sheikh Zayed Road on a Wednesday – 13th May 2020. According....
VIDEO: Filipina Nurse in Dubai talks to Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and shares experience as a frontliner
Watch a video of this Filipina nurse in Dubai who was given an opportunity to talk to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nayhan,....
People over of 60 and children below 12 NOT allowed to enter malls/retail stores
As malls, shops, and restaurants have reopened, people are now permitted to go out but still only for necessity. Commercial establishments are allowed to welcome....
30 people, including 2-month-old and elderly, get infected after hosting family gathering
30 people of 2 families recently contracted the virus after having a family gathering. This incident was reported by the UAE authorities where Dr. Amna....
BREAKING: Massive Fire Erupts in Sharjah Skyrise Tower
This evening, May 5, 2020 – Tuesday a massive fire broke out in a high-rise residential tower in Al Nahda, Sharjah. Videos shared on social....
OFWs No Longer Required to Pay 3% Premium to Get OECs – PhilHealth
Less than a week after the Philippine Health Insurance Company (PhilHealth) reminded their members regarding the updated schedule of payments, the state insurer has now....
“Why don’t we just leave OFWs alone” DFA Secretary Locsin on 3% Philhealth Payment
Filipinos working abroad have expressed their frustration over the new rule where OFWs are required to pay 3% of their salary to Philhealth. There have....
3% Mandatory Payment of Philhealth Contribution for Filipinos Overseas
This year 2020, the 2,400 Php annual Philhealth contribution for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) will now be an initial payment as Filipinos overseas are now....
