Abu Dhabi Traffic Violations Motorists Should Avoid: Up To Dh50,000 Fine
A new traffic law has been introduced by Abu Dhabi Police on impounding vehicles and increasing fines.
Police said studies showed that violations caused 894 accidents that resulted in the death of ...
October 18, 20220303Category: UAE Local News
The Top 100 Richest Indians Include Three UAE Expats
Its economy, which overtook the UK as the world's fifth largest, grew $25 billion to reach $800 billion as post-pandemic demand revival fueled growth.
Three non-resident Indians living in the U...
October 17, 20220708Category: Expats
Visa-free Travel To Japan Is Available To UAE Citizens From November 1
Starting from November 1, UAE citizens with ordinary passports can travel to Japan without obtaining a prior visa, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
Holder...
October 17, 20220436Category: World News
How To Get Your Emirates ID In UAE Within An Hour
Emirates ID is a legal requirement for UAE citizens and residents and must be carried at all times. Those applying for their Emirates ID for the first time or renewing them, can speed up the process a...
October 17, 202201678Category: Humans of UAE
Private School Students In Abu Dhabi Get A Nine-day Leave
In Abu Dhabi, private schools have informed parents that students will have their midterm break from October 17 to October 23.
Emarat Al Youm, a teacher at Emarat Al Youm, said this break was inten...
October 16, 20220360Category: UAE Local News
5% Salary Increases Planned, Employers Say
Due to the tight labour market and the competition for talent from the region, UAE firms plan to give their employees higher salary increases than usual.
According to Andrew El Zein, a senior assoc...
October 15, 20220582Category: JOBS
How Does The New UAE Law For Domestic Workers Affect Employers And Employees?
On October 5, 2022, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) announced the introduction of Federal Decree Law No. 9 of 2022 concerning domestic workers in the UAE.
This new law was...
October 14, 20220741Category: Humans of UAE
New Rules On Alcohol Drinks Announced In Abu Dhabi
A set of new rules for selling alcoholic beverages has been issued by Abu Dhabi's tourism authority. Establishments have six months to comply.
Distribution companies and retail shop managers ha...
October 13, 20220817Category: Legal
340 Covid-19 Cases, 290 Recoveries, No Deaths
On Wednesday, UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention reported 340 cases of the Covid-19 coronavirus, along with 290 recoveries and no deaths.
Hong Kong said on Wednesday it had approved a versi...
October 13, 20220290Category: Coronavirus
Your Fingerprints Will Soon Be Submitted Through Your Smartphone For Emirates ID
UAE residents will soon be able to apply for new Emirates IDs or renew their cards without hassle. Residents will be able to get their identity cards without visiting any centers, making the process e...
October 13, 20220404Category: UAE Local News
GDRFA's Newly launched App - You can apply for a new UAE Visa or Renew Visa
At Gitex Global 2022, the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs-Dubai (GDRFA) announced a new app called GDRFA DXB, which is now available on iOS. In the near future, Google phone us...
October 13, 202201596Category: Visa + Immigration
In Sharjah, Four New Ways To Pay For Government Services Have Been Announced
From its headquarters in Jinan Park, Sharjah, Sharjah Finance Department (SFD) has introduced a range of new digital payment methods to coincide with Gitex Technology Week 2022.
Huda Al Yasi, Direc...
October 12, 20220264Category: UAE Local News
Prices Of Gold Drop To One-week Low In UAE
Prices of gold fell to a one-week low on Monday, amid growing concern that the Federal Reserve will increase interest rates aggressively to combat inflation.
Spot gold was down 0.43 per cent at $1,...
October 12, 20220545Category: Business
Domestic Helpers Cannot Be Hired Without A License Under A New UAE Law
Under the new law on domestic helpers that is set to come into effect on December 15, employers are prohibited from hiring household workers —unless they are licensed to do so, the authorities c...
October 11, 20220883Category: UAE Local News
Expats' Gratuity To Be Boosted By 'Golden Pension' In UAE
In a move to boost its suite of financial planning solutions for nationals and residents, National Bonds has launched a first-of-its-kind Golden Pension Scheme in the UAE.
It has been developed in ...
October 11, 20220504Category: Expats
Al Baik In UAE
The Al Baik chain of Saudi fast food restaurants has its main location in Jeddah, Hejaz, and primarily sells roasted chicken and fried chicken served in a variety of sauces. It is the largest restaura...
October 11, 202201326Category: Food
A Flying Car Takes Off In Dubai, Cruising At 130kmph
It was a historic moment for Dubai on Monday when Xpeng, a Chinese technology and electric vehicle manufacturer, flew its X2 flying car for the first time on a public plane worldwide.
At Skydive Du...
October 10, 20220588Category: Transport
