New two-year work permit for people above 60 years of age
Expatriates in UAE welcomed the new two-year work permit for people above 60 years of age as they can continue working for a longer...
Smoking Shisha is not allowed in Ramadan tents
Smoking cigarettes and shisha will be banned inside small private tents during the holly month of Ramadan, while hotels setting up larger and...
Expats’ Life in UAE: Great Quality at a High Cost
The international network for expatriates, InterNations.org has conducted a comprehensive survey about expats' life in UAE. You don't need to be a member to...
Young people are easy victims of consumerism
We live in a consumer-oriented society, where goods and services rule our lives and often even form our values. Today, in the 21st century,...
Community Development Authority organises discussion panel on community mental health
As part of various initiatives to achieve its strategic objectives for the social sector, the “Vulnerable Groups Department“ at the Community Development Authority (CDA)...
An Average Working Mom Clocks in 98 Hours a Week
Parents who are tasked primarily with raising their children have an inherently difficult job. But can it be quantified into hours like a traditional...
Eid Al-Adha holiday for federal departments from November 15th
Eid Al-Adha holiday for federal ministries and departments is to start on Monday, November 15th (corresponding to Dhul Hijjah 9th) and ends on Thursday,...
Dubai population tops two million
Dubai-based population increased by more than 22,000 people, according to official data. The emirate’s population totalled 2,000,113, according to the population clock of the...
35% Decrease in Divorce Cases in Dubai Between 2016 to 2019
Conducted in partnership with Community Development Authority, Dubai Statistics Center and Dubai Courts, results provide accurate perspective on marriage and divorce rates in...
Notary Public in Dubai to endorse will of non Muslims
The Notary Public at Dubai Courts will start from the beginning of October to ratify the signature of non-Muslim testators in line with the...
Community Development Authority organises “Fit for Life†campaign
The Community Development Authority (CDA) in Dubai organised a two-day “Fit for Life†campaign, as part of CDA’s continuous support to local campaigns...
Marriage is good for your heart
Although marriage causes a certain levels of stress for men and women, a new study says it is good for your heart. Marriage may...
Valentine’s Day Gift Cards
Valentine’s Day has become an international occasion and now more and more couples in Dubai and the UAE love to celebrate it. So, what’s...
Eid-Al-Fitr holidays announced for public and private sectors
The Eid-Al-Fitr holidays for ministries and other federal government institutions will begin from Friday 17th August 2012 (29th Ramadan 1433) and will last until...
If you are single, Happy Valentine’s Day!
If you are single, Valentine’s Day can evoke depressed feelings of loneliness, self-doubt and underestimation making your whole day a nightmare. But, after all,...
Identity card registration deadline for nationals extended for six months
The Board of Directors of Emirates Identity Authority (EIDA) has approved a number of recommendations made by EIDA with respect to the mechanism of...
Six-month Ban cancelled for expatriate workers in UAE
In a bid to reform its labour market, the UAE has introduced a new work permit which will allow foreign workers in the country...