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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.

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HH Sheikh Hamdan Approves Decision to Waive Fees and Reduce Cost Of Living in Dubai

February 9, 2020

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, approved a decision to waive fees....

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Plane Crash in Istanbul Airport, Aircraft Splits into Three

February 5, 2020

A plane by leading low cost airline in Turkey, Pegasus Airline, skidded off a runway, crashed into a road and broke into pieces. The aircraft....

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UAE Leaders Launch Al Wasl Plaza in Expo 2020 Dubai Site

January 30, 2020

A few months ago, the crowning of the dome of Al Wasl Plaza for Expo 2020 Dubai site was done. Now, our UAE leaders have....

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Advisory: No More Extension of PH Passport Validity

January 29, 2020

To all Filipinos, please be advised that the extension of passport validity is no longer accepted. According to a post from the Philippine Embassy in....

Al Ansari Exchange Waives Money Transfer Fees for Taal Volcano Donations

Al Ansari Exchange Waives Money Transfer Fees for Taal Volcano Donations

January 28, 2020

Even as the alert level for Taal Volcano in the Philippines has been lowered, authorities caution everyone to remain alert, especially those who live within....

Parking in Dubai to be Paperless with Launch of eParking Tickets

Parking in Dubai to be “Paperless” with Launch of eParking Tickets

January 28, 2020

Paying your parking fees is about to get easier, as the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) gets ready for the launch of eParking tickets, a....

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Dubai Ruler commends efforts of Emiratis and Filipinos working together for Taal Volcano victims

January 27, 2020

His Highness, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, commended the relief efforts which....

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Dust & Weather Warning in UAE

January 26, 2020

To residents in the UAE, please be advised of a weather alert issued across the Emirates by the National Centre of Meteorology. In a post....

2 Housemaids Found Dead by Employer in Dubai Villa, Death Caused by Inhaling Fumes from Burning Coal

January 23, 2020

Two Asian household service workers were found dead after inhaling poisonous smoke from burning coal while sleeping in their room at their sponsor’s villa in Bur....

Geology Park Featuring Fossils Opens in Sharjah

WATCH: New Geology Park Featuring Fossils Opens in Sharjah

January 22, 2020

There’s an awesome new place to visit in Sharjah, especially for history and geology enthusiasts! The Buhais Geology Park, a pioneering ecotourism project, is now....

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