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Dubai travel: Emirates to launch daily non-stop flights to Hangzhou

Emirates is set to launch a daily non-stop service between Dubai and Hangzhou from July 30. The airline’s latest expansion into Hangzhou makes the city its fifth gateway into the Chinese mainland after Beijing, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Shenzhen. The new...

MoHRE launched Digital Wallet for payments

MoHRE's Digital Wallet allows corporate customers to instantly settle fees and financial obligations. Dubai: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), has unveiled the “Digital Wallet” as part of its ambitious...

New Dubai-Sharjah intercity bus to begin operating from May 2

A new intercity bus service between Dubai and Sharjah will start on Friday, May 2, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Monday. RTA said the new Route E308 will connect Stadium Bus Station in Dubai to Al Jubail...

Dubai airport train service temporarily disrupted at Terminal 1

There was a disruption in the train service at the Dubai International Airport (DXB) on Thursday. “Dubai Airports is currently managing guest movement between Terminal 1 and Concourse D via bus service due to a temporary disruption to the airport...

Dubai announces opening of Nad Al Sheba Mall with over 100 stores

Dubai announced the official opening of a new mall. Called Nad Al Sheba Mall, the destination is owned and operated by Dubai Holding Asset Management. According to earlier reports, the 500,000 sq ft mixed-use retail destination features over 100 stores...

New Dubai law lists travel protocols for people with communicable diseases

Dubai has enacted a new law to curb spread of infectious diseases. Individuals infected with or suspected of having an infectious disease are required to avoid contact that could spread the illness. They must refrain from travelling or moving,...

Dubai: RTA announces renaming of GGICO Metro Station

Dubai: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai on Friday announced the renaming of a Dubai Metro station in Dubai. As per the announcement posted on social media, GGICO Metro Station’s name has been changed to Al Metro Garhoud...

Dubai ranked second in the world as a food capital with 1,200 new restaurant licenses.

From shawarma to sushi, Dubai is proving day after day that it's the capital of flavors! With an ever-increasing number of restaurants and diverse experiences, it's become one of the most prominent destinations for food lovers around the world. Dubai...

Dubai: New variable parking fees in Dubai will take effect on April 4, peak pricing for 6 hours daily

New variable parking fees in Dubai will take effect on April 4, Parkin PJSC – the largest operator of paid public parking facilities and services in the emirate – confirmed in a company disclosure posted on Dubai Financial Market...

Dubai World Cup 2025: Special passport stamp for visitors

Dubai: The UAE is rolling out the red carpet for visitors arriving for one of the world’s premier horse racing events, the Dubai World Cup 2025. The General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA-Dubai) has introduced a...

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UAE starts easing penalties for companies late to register taxes

Dubai: The UAE’s Federal Tax Authority (FTA) announced that it has started applying a UAE Cabinet Decision to waive...

Hajj 2025: When will Umrah resume? Season calendar announced

As preparations for Hajj 2025 intensify in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia, many Muslims who did not get the chance to perform the holy...

UAE airlines extend suspension of flights to Pakistan as tensions with India escalate

As tensions continue to escalate between India and Pakistan, a number of UAE airlines have extended suspension of flights to Pakistani soil. The two neighbours...

Free Wi-Fi launched on Ras Al Khaimah public buses

Ras Al Khaimah: Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority has rolled out free high-speed WiFi on all its public buses—both within the emirate and on...

Abu Dhabi schools enforce ban on phones, smartwatches

Abu Dhabi: Most public and private schools have begun strictly enforcing the ban on bringing mobile phones and smartwatches onto school premises. Both public and...