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Dubai’s Annual Ramadan Souq Opens Today to Celebrate the Start of the Holy Month

The annual ‘Ramadan Souq’ is back, starting Saturday, February 17, at Deira’s historic Old Municipality Street. Organised by Dubai Municipality, this traditional souq celebrates the upcoming holy month of Ramadan and will continue until March 9, open daily from 10am to 10pm. Visitors can explore a variety of items and gadgets essential for Ramadan preparations, […]

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UAE residents can update health insurance details online starting from tomorrow

Applicants for UAE residency visas can now electronically upload their health insurance details starting Monday, February 19. This new process eliminates the need for manual submission of documents, making the visa application and renewal process faster and more efficient. The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) has ensured that the transfer

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Dubai’s Record-Breaking 25-Day Stadium Build for FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024

The FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024 Dubai organisers achieved a groundbreaking feat, completing the tournament’s stadium in the Dubai Design District in a record-setting 25 days, as reported by WAM. This extraordinary achievement surpassed previous construction records for such facilities. Scheduled from February 15 to 25, the event marks Dubai’s second time hosting

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UAE Labour Disputes: Cases Involving Dh50,000 or Less to be Settled Without Court Proceedings

To report a labor-related dispute, employees can file a complaint at the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) office. This can be done in person, online, or by calling the call center at 60056566. Once the complaint is received, the Ministry will review it and take necessary steps to find a solution. If an

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Unpredictable Weather: Dubai Faces Heavy Rainfall and Floods, Residents Advised to Stay Safe

Dubai is experiencing unusual weather patterns, with heavy rainfall and hailstorms disrupting its typically arid climate. The city has been inundated with rain, leading to flooding in several areas. Government employees have been instructed to work from home until February 13, and distance learning will continue in all government schools on that day. The National

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RTA Introduces New Weekend Bus Route and Enhancements to Improve Dubai’s Public Transport Network

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to launch a new weekend-exclusive bus route, W20, starting from February 9, 2024. Operating from Friday to Sunday between 5 pm and 11 pm, this service will provide half-hourly departures, connecting Stadium Metro Station with Al Mamzar Beach. The introduction of this service aims to cater to

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Dubai Municipality Introduces VIP Ticket Package for Frame Dubai Visitors

Dubai Municipality has unveiled an exclusive VIP ticket package for visitors to Frame Dubai, a renowned architectural marvel in the heart of the Emirate. Priced at AED 300, the new ticket offers an array of privileges, including an immersive guided tour of Frame Dubai’s iconic structure. Ahmed Al Zarouni, Director of the Department of Public

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Dubai to Introduce Two Additional Salik Toll Gates on Key Road Networks

Salik Company PJSC, the exclusive toll gate operator in Dubai, has officially announced the addition of two new toll gates in strategic locations. These toll gates will be situated at Business Bay Crossing on Al Khail Road and Al Safa South on Sheikh Zayed Road, positioned between Al Meydan Street and Umm Al Sheif Street.

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Empowering Equality: UAE Launches Women First Jobs, a Pioneering Portal for Gender-Balanced Career Opportunities

Embarking on a job search but unsure where to begin? The United Arab Emirates introduces its inaugural women-only jobs portal, “Women First Jobs,” designed to foster gender equality and balance in industries with historically low female representation. This groundbreaking platform aims to ensure parity in pay and opportunities across sectors like finance, hospitality, logistics, and

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UAE Introduces Automated System to Lift Travel Bans and Release Frozen Bank Funds upon Dues Payment

Introducing an innovative system, the first of its kind in the UAE and the broader region, that swiftly tracks all judicial enforcement decisions and automatically cancels them upon the complete payment of dues. The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department has implemented this groundbreaking system, which monitors the payment status. Once the respondent fulfills the payment requirement,

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