UAE is set to announce petrol prices for February 2024, following a trend of decreases in November and December 2023. January 2024 saw a drop in prices, with Super 98 at Dh2.82 per litre. The fuel price committee will reveal the new rates on January 31, effective from February 1. Since 2015, the UAE adjusts […]
Dubai Police announced the launch of a special edition of their famous Esports Tournament, coinciding with the UAE SWAT Challenge which is set to be held in Al Ruwayyah Training Facility between 3rd and 7th February. Major Abdullah Al Shehi, Deputy Director of Cyber Investigation at the General Department of Criminal Investigation, highlighted that the […]
Dubai’s strict parking regulations carry fines from Dh100 to Dh10,000 enforced by the Road and Transport Authority. Violations include exceeding time limits, non-payment of fees, obstruction, misuse of facilities, and unauthorized parking. UAE federal traffic law adds fines and black points for offenses like parking in front of hydrants or spaces for people with special […]
The UAE considers a proposal for a new federal highway connecting all seven emirates to alleviate traffic, especially during peak times. Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, addressed the Federal National Council, stating that the ministry will assess the need for new roads or additional lanes. Plans include implementing AI-driven traffic […]
A Portuguese cabin crew member in Dubai lost her life savings of nearly Dh200,000 to phone scammers after an exhausted state led her to pick up an unknown call. The scammers falsely claimed she won Dh150,000 in collaboration with Emirates NBD bank and a UAE exchange house. Coercing her into updating her bank app, they […]
The imminent start of construction of the Burj Azizi, a $1.5 billion new commercial high-rise in Dubai that’s billed to become the city’s second-tallest construction upon completion, has been announced in the United Arab Emirates by a prominent local developer named Azizi Developments. The tower, which has yet to name an architect or specify its […]
Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Dubai Police Commander-in-Chief, received the Autism-Friendly Certificate from the Dubai Autism Centre, recognizing the force’s commitment to inclusivity for individuals with autism. Al Marri attributed the achievement to aligning with national policies and strategies. Al Barsha and Al Muraqqabat police stations received the certificate, emphasizing sensory rooms’ importance. Major […]
Abu Dhabi’s Early Childhood Authority will host the WED Innovation Lab from January 22 to 26, building on the success of WED at COP28. The lab, chaired by Reem Al Hashimy, aims to create innovative solutions for a child-friendly ecosystem, gathering global experts to address early childhood development issues. The event precedes the WED Forum […]
Abu Dhabi Judicial Department has implemented an innovative system for tracking payment status. Once respondents complete payments, the system automatically cancels the original decision. Upon electronic approval, the information is transmitted to relevant authorities, eliminating the need for individuals to gather proof-of-payment documents. This streamlined process operates seamlessly, minimizing the need for enforcement officers and […]
The Involuntary Loss of Employment Scheme (ILOE) in the UAE is now open for claim submissions at iloe.ae. Eligible workers can receive cash compensation by meeting criteria, including 12 consecutive months of subscription to the scheme. Claims must be submitted within 30 days of employment termination, and workers should ensure their employer cancels their work […]