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Dubai to re-open beaches, major parks on Friday

Beaches at Al Mamzar,JBR, Jumeirah and Umm Suqeim all to open, plus Dubai Frame The Dubai municipality says that everyone should follow the security measures at the locations.  The Dubai municipality announced on Friday (May 29) the reopening of the Jabar,...

UAE coronavirus news: Sharjah extends suspension of social activities and celebrations

The decision is in support of the UAE's constant efforts to support the preventive measures to stop the spread of coronavirus infection. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince on Wednesday announced the extension of the suspension of all...

PM Trudeau ‘deeply disturbed’ by the conditions of Canada care home

Ottawa: Ontario nursing homes are hard-hit by COVID-19 outbreaks. The condition of care homes is “deeply disturbing,” Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Tuesday. Troops of the Canadian military deployed in April to five elderly care homes in the country’s...

Coronavirus new: Germany extends social distancing rules to end of June

Berlin: On Tuesday, Chancellor Angela Merkel’s government said - Germany has extended social distancing rules to prevent the spread of the coronavirus epidemic to June 29. According to the rules agreed by the federal government and 16 states – only...

Dubai Doctors: Be extra cautious while stepping out now, more than ever

Many doctors feel it is now all the more important to be extra cautious, practice social distancing and good self-hygiene. Doctors in Dubai are urging citizens to be more cautious as the city begins to be back to business. Dr Geoffrey...

UAE: Filipina expat terminated by employer for asking for help from Gulf News readers

Dubai: A Filipina expat was terminated by her employer after her story asking for help from readers of Gulf news to pay for house rent and to buy food during the coronavirus pandemic was recently published. On May 14, the story...

Business to resume in Dubai from 6am to 11pm, starting May 27

Business activities will resume from 6am to 11pm starting from May 27, across the emirate. Dubai: The announcement of reopening business activities across the emirate came after a virtual meeting of Dubai’s Dubai’s Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management,...

COVID-19 restrictions: What is re-opening in Dubai from May 27?

Gyms, cinemas, and other places that are re-opening in Dubai from May 27 The government has issues some guidelines around easing the restrictions starting Wednesday May 27. Here is a round of what all you need to know. Free movement...

Coronavirus news: UAE completes 2 million Covid-19 tests

The pandemic has forced a new reality for contact and communication upon us. There is a need to invest our time in new habits that could strengthen the family ties. The number of Covid-19 tests conducted across the country has...

Coronavirus News: Saudi Arabia all set to end curfew, allow prayers in mosques but not in Makkah

Restrictions will be removed in three phases. Restrictions on movement and travel will be eased in Saudi Arabia this week after almost two months of lockdown. Restrictions will be lifted by the government in three phases, and will eventually end...

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Flydubai resumes daily flights to Damascus

Flights are now available for sale, underscoring the carrier's commitment to connecting underserved markets to Dubai. announced Flydubai Today, Emirates...

32 countries allow UAE residents to travel directly to without a visa

Many countries offer visa-on-arrival or visa-free entry benefits. For residents In the UAE, regardless of their nationality, thanks to the UAE's strong global standing...

UAE to start verifying Emiratisation targets for private companies from July 1

Authorities in the UAE will begin verifying private sector companies' compliance with Emiratisation targets starting July 1. Additionally, the Ministry of Human Resources and...

UAE: When is Eid Al Adha? Likely first day of Dhul Hijjah revealed

Eid Al Adha, the festival of sacrifice, is just around the corner. The holiday falls on the ninth day of Dhul Hijjah and marks...

UAE travel for Hajj, Eid Al Adha: Emirates announces 46 special flights

For this year's Hajj season, Emirates announced 33 special flights to Jeddah and Madinah operating until May 31, and between June 10 and 16,...