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UAE Launches Four New Visa Categories Including AI Specialists and Cruise Workers

Written by Radio 4 fm on 29 September 2025

The UAE’s ICP has introduced four new visa categories covering AI specialists, cruise-ship workers, entertainment visitors, and humanitarian cases, alongside updates to existing visa types. AI experts can apply through sponsoring tech entities, while cruise workers qualify via licensed tourism establishments, and new event visas now cover conferences, exhibitions, sports, and cultural occasions. Humanitarian visas, […]

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UAE Visit Visa Update: Hosts Must Earn Up to AED 15,000 to Sponsor Visitors

Written by Radio 4 fm on 29 September 2025

The UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) has updated the rules for visit visas, introducing new minimum salary requirements for residents who want to host visitors. To sponsor a first-degree relative, the resident must earn at least AED 4,000 per month, while the threshold is AED 8,000 for second or […]

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1-month holiday: UAE schools issue early winter break notices to help families plan

Written by Radio 4 fm on 26 September 2025

Schools across the UAE are issuing early reminders for winter break 2025–26 to help families plan holidays without disrupting studies. The Ministry of Education has approved the school calendar, with the first term ending in a four-week break from December 8, 2025, to January 4, 2026. Schools stress that holidays should align with official dates, […]

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Future-proofing Dubai: New 100-year drainage system gets green light

Written by Radio 4 fm on 26 September 2025

Dubai has approved a deep-tunnel drainage project designed to protect the city from flooding for the next 100 years. Announced at the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum 2025, the project reflects lessons learned from the heavy rainfall of April 2024, which exposed the need for resilient infrastructure. Dubai Municipality’s Acting Director General, Eng. Marwan Bin […]

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Dubai reveals new 15km self-driving zone for land, water travel

Written by Radio 4 fm on 26 September 2025

Dubai has unveiled a 15-kilometre Dubai Autonomous Zone (DAZ), integrating seven self-driving modes of transport, including the driverless Metro, RoboTaxis, RoboBuses, autonomous abras, shuttles, logistics vehicles, and street sweepers. Located around Creek Metro Station, the zone connects Al Jaddaf, Dubai Creek Harbour, and Dubai Festival City. The initiative, revealed at the Dubai World Congress for […]

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Dubai school fees to get cheaper as KHDA unveils strategy for quality education

Written by Radio 4 fm on 25 September 2025

Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has unveiled a new strategy to tackle rising education costs while ensuring quality schooling remains accessible. Announced by Director General Aisha Abdulla Miran at the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum 2025, the plan introduces incentives for socially-minded investors and government support, including subsidised land and affordable staff housing. […]

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UAE Imposes Strict Penalties to Combat School Bullying

Written by Radio 4 fm on 25 September 2025

The UAE has introduced strict measures to tackle bullying and neglect in schools, applying to both public and private institutions. Schools and staff may face fines up to Dh1 million, prison terms, or closures for violations. The policies, based on the National Child Protection Policy, cover physical, psychological, and sexual abuse and include hotlines for […]

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UAE employers increase housing allowance by 4% amid soaring residential rents

Written by Radio 4 fm on 25 September 2025

UAE employers are responding to rising residential rents, which have surged across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, by increasing housing allowances by an average of four per cent in 2025, according to Mercer’s Middle East Housing and Schooling Report. With upfront rent cheques common, 52% of firms now provide housing allowances in advance. Around 70% offer […]

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Dubai Fountain Set to Dazzle Again After Renovation

Written by Radio 4 fm on 24 September 2025

After a five-month renovation, the world’s largest choreographed fountain, Dubai Fountain, is set to reopen on October 1 in Downtown Dubai. Famous for its synchronised water, light, and music shows, the fountain features record-breaking jets that reach impressive heights, captivating visitors since its 2009 inauguration. Emaar Properties has upgraded the fountain with enhanced lighting, improved […]

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UAE Internet Slows as Red Sea Cable Damage Causes Global Disruptions

Written by Radio 4 fm on 24 September 2025

Internet users across the UAE have been facing slow speeds, interruptions, and unreliable access due to multiple undersea cables in the Red Sea being cut. These cables connect Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, and repair delays have forced traffic rerouting, causing laggy websites, buffering on streaming platforms, glitchy video calls, and slow-loading maps. Businesses […]

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