Travel Visa-free To These 8 Countries During Eid Break From UAE
Embark on a visa-free Eid adventure! Explore captivating destinations hassle-free this holiday season. From bustling cities to serene beaches, discover the perfect getaway for unforgettable memories.
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April 04, 2024066Category: Tourism
UAE Travel Insurance Demand Rises, But Costs Stay The Same
The demand for travel insurance has grown significantly following the announcement of the upcoming Eid Al Fitr holiday, as numerous residents plan to travel abroad. However, insurance industry executi...
April 04, 2024041Category: UAE Local News
20 Best Staycation Deals Across The Emirates During Eid Al Fitr
The much-awaited Eid Al Fitr holidays have been announced. And that means it’s time to plan a getaway.
If you are in the mood for a staycation that won’t break the bank and yet, will gi...
April 04, 2024023Category: UAE Local News
Landlords In Dubai Need Legal Orders To Seek Rent Re-evaluation
Landlords in Dubai can still go for re-evaluation of rent with the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) and seek higher rents instead of going by the recently updated Rental Index.
However, the ...
April 03, 2024020Category: UAE Local News
Meet An Expat Who Towed A School Bus, Students Out Of Floods In Viral Video
Remember that iconic video from March 9 when an unknown hero in a black SUV rescued a stranded school bus from a flooded road in Dubai after torrential rains hit the UAE? The clip went viral, garnerin...
April 03, 2024068Category: UAE Local News
Metro Users Can Skip Train Changes At Jabal Ali Station With A New Junction
Dubai Metro Red Line will operate a Y junction (meeting point of three railways) beginning April 15 to eliminate the need for passengers to interchange at Jabal Ali metro station, the Roads and Transp...
April 03, 20240122Category: Transport
Indian Expat Wins Last Dh10 Million Prize In Big Ticket Draw
Ramesh Kannan, an Indian man, won the Dh10 million grand prize in the Big Ticket live draw series 262 in Abu Dhabi.
He got lucky with ticket number 056845 bought on March 29. The winning ticket was...
April 03, 2024080Category: Expats
Airfare Surges By Nearly 400% To Popular Tourist Destination
The excitement among UAE residents planning to travel to popular tourist destinations during the Eid Al Fitr holidays has been dampened by a sharp increase in airfares. As residents prepare for the lo...
April 02, 2024029Category: Travel
Despite Approval, Dubai School Group Announces No Fee Increase
A school group in Dubai has decided not to raise school fees for the new academic year. This comes even as private schools in Dubai have been allowed to increase their fees by up to 5.2 per cent, depe...
April 02, 2024033Category: UAE Local News
Fees Can Increase By Up To 5.2% In Dubai Private Schools; Calculations Explained
Private schools in Dubai will be able to increase their fees by up to 5.2 per cent, depending on how they fared in the latest annual inspections. Schools whose ratings have dropped will not be eligibl...
April 02, 2024034Category: UAE Local News
Gold Prices Jumped Over Dh3 Per Gram To A New All-time High
Gold prices' rally continued on Monday morning, jumping more than Dh3 per gram to another record high in the UAE.
The price of the 24K variant of the yellow metal jumped from Dh3.25 per gram to...
April 01, 2024063Category: Business
Dubai Announces Eid Al Fitr Holidays For Government Workers
Dubai's government announced a one-week holiday for its public sector employees on Monday.
Starting Monday, April 8, government employees will enjoy the festivities until Sunday, April 14. Regu...
April 01, 2024069Category: UAE Local News
Eid Al Fitr Holiday For The Private Sector Announced
The UAE government has announced official holidays for private sector employees across the country on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr.
The break will begin on Monday, April 8 and last till 3 Shawwal (o...
April 01, 20240445Category: UAE Local News
UAE Announces Petrol And Diesel Prices For April 2024
The UAE fuel price committee has announced petrol and diesel prices for the month of April 2024. The new rates will apply from April 1 and are as follows:
Super 98 petrol will cost Dh3.15 a litre, ...
March 31, 20240148Category: Business
UAE Announced A 9-day Eid Al Fitr Holiday For Public Sector Employees
The UAE government announced a one-week holiday for its public sector employees on Sunday. Starting Monday, April 8, federal government employees will enjoy the festivities until Sunday, April 14 and ...
March 31, 20240445Category: UAE Local News
Will Fuel Prices Rise For The Third Consecutive Month In The UAE In April?
The UAE’s Fuel Price Committee is set to announce petrol and diesel prices for the month of April soon.
The prices are revised to align with international rates at the end of every month, as ...
March 30, 20240108Category: Business
Massive Gridlock On Al Khail Road As 2 Accidents, Roadworks Cause 24-min Delay
A massive gridlock has been reported on Al Khail road extending for 4.9km, according to Google Maps.
The major build-up is being caused by two accidents and roadworks that are taking place in that ...
March 30, 2024059Category: UAE Local News
Cyber Crime Groups' Top Targets In The Middle East Revealed In A New Study
Government, manufacturing, energy and telecom industries in the UAE and the Middle East are more likely to be targeted by cyberattacks. These groups penetrate using carefully planned multi-stage attac...
March 27, 2024052Category: Crime News
202 Beggars Arrested By Police; Most Are Visiting Visa Holders
Dubai Police have arrested 202 beggars in the first two weeks of Ramadan, as part of their anti-begging campaign during the holy month.
Brig. Ali Salem Al Shamsi, director of the Suspects and Crimi...
March 27, 20240229Category: Crime News
