Exclusive perfume produced in Dubai to commemorate UAE National Day
The Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment (formerly DSF Office) has rolled out an exclusive perfume to commemorate the 38th UAE National Day. Named December...
Muslims in Dubai can marry irrespective of their nationalities
Head of the family court at the Dubai Courts Judge Salem Obaid Othman has ruled that the marriage officiants in the emirate of Dubai...
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...
Gulf states concerned over inter-family marriage
Marriage between relatives is seen as distasteful within some cultures, but it has been a common feature in many others for thousands of years.
However,...
CDA to join hands with UN in promoting human rights
Receives the United Nations Special Rapporteur
The Community Development Authority (CDA) discussed partnering with the United Nations to promoting a culture of respect for human...
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,...
First of January declared as paid holiday for all UAE private...
All workers and employees in the private sector institutions and companies will get a one-day paid holiday on The first of January 2010 to...
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...
Bahrain Tops GCC Rankings as Best Place For Expats to Live
Bahrain remains the best place in the GCC for expats to live and work despite the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the recently published InterNations...
Dubai Culture: Bridging The Link Between Heritage, Culture and Tourism
“Our heritage must be preserved since it is our origin and roots, and we must hold on to our origins and our deep roots.”...
General Budget for 2022-2026 Approved with AED290 Billion Expenditures
The Federal Budget for 2022-2026, with a total expenditures of AED 290 billion, has been approved by the Cabinet that is chaired by His...
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...
City Centre Rotana Hosts the “Sunshine” Sessions
City Centre Rotana Doha, one of the leading hospitality properties in town in collaboration with the renowned blogger and life coach Polly Byles (@followyoursunshineblog)...
Holiday for federal bodies between Dec 2-5
The 39th National Day and Islamic Hijri New Year holiday for federal bodies and ministries will take place from December 2nd to December 5th.
The...
Eid Al-Adha is expected to be on or around November 16
Eid Al-Adha is a holiday at the end of the Hajj, the annual Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca which is one of the greatest religious...