Saturday, November 14, 2026

Golden Visa holders

UAE: Clarification on sponsorship of domestic workers for golden visa holders

Domestic workers can be sponsored by UAE citizens with a golden residence visa. But Cabinet Resolution No. 65 of 2022 doesn't specify how many domestic workers a UAE resident visa holder can sponsor. Holders of UAE golden visa residence may,...

UAE begins issuing work permits for Golden Visa holders

Work permits and contracts between employers and workers who receive the Golden Visa will remain valid. The UAE's Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has started issuing work permits for holders of Golden Visas. The ministry stated that such permits are...

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UAE Cabinet Sets New Administrative Penalties for Non‑Muslim Worship Sites

The UAE Cabinet issued Resolution No. 172, introducing administrative penalties for non‑Muslim worship sites that violate the 2023 federal law. The measure details reporting, suspension, training and appeal processes.

US Strikes Iranian Sirik Tower, Iran Hits Bahrain Radar in Retaliation

The United States targeted a communications tower on Iran’s Sirik island with MQ‑1 drones. Iran responded by destroying a US‑installed radar on Bahrain’s island. Both sides claim drone involvement.

Microsoft 365 outage disrupts Outlook, Teams, and Copilot worldwide for over 12 hours

A server fault halted Microsoft 365 services for more than half a day, impacting email, collaboration and AI tools across continents. Companies from airlines to stock exchanges reported delays and workarounds.

Bahrain “Marahi 2026” Draws Massive Crowds, Highlights Local Agri‑Food Investment

The fourth day of Bahrain’s Marahi 2026 fair attracted thousands of families, school groups and investors. Officials praised the event as a key platform for boosting local agriculture and animal husbandry.

Fujairah Road Collisions Kill 14, Injure 30 on Sheikh Khalifa Road

A pair of collisions on Sheikh Khalifa Road in Fujairah claimed 14 lives and left 30 people wounded. Victims included nationals from the UAE, India, Oman, Egypt, Jordan, Pakistan and Brazil.