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The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) in the UAE has conducted meetings and issued alerts regarding varying weather phenomena due to the changing weather conditions in the country. NCEMA advisory recommends implementing preventive measures to brace for the predicted temperature dip. Residents are advised to observe safety measures, particularly...

Dubai and Abu Dhabi police have issued advisories to the drivers against letting the passengers stick their heads out from sunroofs or sit on open windows of moving vehicles. This happened after a number of road accidents last year affecting people who fell from moving cars. Dubai, Abu Dhabi Announce Dh2,000...

Saudi Arabia's General Directorate of Passports has introduced new e-services for expats and visitors as part of the country's digital transformation efforts. Accessible through the Interior Ministry's Absher and Muqeem portals, the updated services encompass reporting the loss or theft of passports or residency permits, managing visitor's digital documents, amending...

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai announced the temporary closure of select roads in Dubai for the UAE Tour Women's cycling race taking place on Thursday. Dubai Traffic Police Announces Temporary Closure of Some Roads for UAE Cycling Tour The RTA specified that the road closure will occur...

Saudi Arabia has introduced Sah bonds, its inaugural subscription-based savings product, aiming to foster personal financial growth among citizens. The first issuance offers a competitive 5.64% yield, with a minimum investment of SAR 1,000 (Dh979) per bond, making it accessible to a broader audience, and a maximum subscription limit of...

The search for a missing dog named Cuddles, a much-loved three year old cockapoo in Al Garhoud, Dubai has come to an unfortunate end. After all the efforts, even distributing flyers and offering reward of Dh100,000, the family got bad news that Cuddles may have been hit by speeding car. Search...

UAE’s head of cybersecurity, Muhammad Al Kuwaiti, clarified that VPN use is permitted among residents but the misuse of these services is a concern. In 2023, VPN downloads in the UAE increased to 6.1 million, outperforming the 2020 numbers. On the other hand, as per Decree Law No (34) of 2021, using...

The Knowledge Fund Establishment's investment portfolio in 2023 reached Dh1.01 billion, reflecting a 47.2% increase from the previous year. The establishment allocated 2.8 million square feet of educational assets in Dubai, a substantial rise from 2022, intending to serve over 18,000 students with diverse curricula. Dubai Allocates 2.8 Million Square...

A groundbreaking bridge linking Sheikh Zayed Road to Dubai Harbour is set to revolutionize travel times, reducing the journey to the sought-after seafront locale from 12 minutes to just three. This 1,500-meter marvel boasts two lanes in each direction, a brainchild of Mattar Al Tayer, the Director-General and Chairman of...

A health centre in Abu Dhabi was fined Dh1 million by the Department of Health (DoH) recently and some of its doctors are being investigated for suspected involvement in fraudulent activities. As a result, the multi-site health center is prohibited from offering dental services in the future. In addition, the DoH has...

Saudi Arabia achieved an increased average life expectancy of 77.6 years in 2023, which is up from 74 years in 2016, attributed to robust health promotion efforts outlined in a report by the Health Sector Transformation Program. This surge marked a significant accomplishment in the health sector and aligns with...

Saudi Arabia has implemented mandatory insurance for new domestic worker contracts as part of labor market regulation. The coverage applies to the initial two years, becoming optional for the employer afterward. This service guarantees compensation for both the domestic worker and employer in specific situations such as absence, escape, death,...