Three well-known gamers will attend the 1 Billion Followers Summit. Garmendia, Chaurasia, and Myth Pat will be attending. The Summit will begin on Jan 10. A journey that started with a few keystrokes on a keyboard has turned their pastimes into lucrative ventures and helped to alter the way that more than 188 million followers … Read more
In a recent eye-opening report by Al Arabiya, our fellow UAE residents are being advised to keep their guard up against a rising wave of scams hitting the country. Sneaky fraudsters, pretending to be everyone from Dubai Police to local banks, are playing tricks via phone calls and emails, warning people to be extra cautious … Read more
Gazan girl Noorhan receives cancer treatment in the UAE. The UAE provides specialized care and hope. Noorhan’s mother praises the UAE’s “lifeline” initiative. A glimmer of hope appeared in Noorhan Jameel Abed’s life in November 2023. For treatment, Noorhan and 1,000 other cancer patients were evacuated from Gaza to the United Arab Emirates. She had … Read more
The UAE welcomes an eighth group of injured Palestinian children and cancer patients. The UAE praised for its unique model in meeting Palestinian humanitarian needs. The UAE establishes a 150-bed field hospital in Gaza and conducts over 100 essential surgeries. In accordance with President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s orders, the eighth … Read more
Overtaking from the hard shoulder in the UAE is illegal. Violators will face a Dh1,000 fine and six black points. The hard shoulder is reserved for emergency vehicles. In addition to being extremely risky, overtaking from a hard shoulder is a serious traffic infraction. According to Article 42 of the UAE Federal Traffic Law, violators … Read more
In December 2023, the UAE had a drier winter than usual due to less rainfall caused by a pressure system affecting both surface and upper layers. December saw lighter rainfall, leading to a milder winter compared to previous years. However, there is optimism for a weather change in 2024 as cloud-seeding efforts continue. Cloud seeding, … Read more
Seven advanced X-ray scanning devices were installed at customs ports. Two central control and operation rooms for inspection devices were installed. AI can scan up to 100 trucks, 150 tourist vehicles, and 150 buses per hour. The General Administration of Abu Dhabi Customs has enhanced efficiency and security at land customs centers in the emirate … Read more
Emirati man Ahmed Al Menhali was found alive after 3 days lost in Saudi desert. Large search party, including family and volunteers, scoured the region. Sheikh Khalid Bin Tanaf Al Menhali provided supplies for the search effort. Ahmed Al Menhali, an Emirati man who has been missing since Saturday, was discovered alive in the Saudi Arabian desert. … Read more
Filming or recording movies in UAE cinemas is illegal. Penalties include fines up to Dh100,000 and/or 2 months imprisonment. The law applies to all devices, not just smartphones. As per the new law in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), if you are taking pictures or recording video from your smartphone or any other gadget in … Read more
5 UAE family members died in a car crash. An accident in Ajman involved a collision with a truck. 2 other girls were injured and receiving treatment in the hospital. A traffic tragedy claimed the lives of five family members from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) while they were returning from New Year’s Eve celebrations. … Read more
A Palestinian woman with severe breast cancer passed away in UAE. Admitted for intensive care due to critical condition after arrival. The ministry expressed condolences to the family. According to the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), a 49-year-old Palestinian patient who had just arrived from the Gaza Strip passed away in the United Arab … Read more
UAE night sky lights up with a quadrantid meteor shower on Jan 4th. Expect up to 60 shooting stars per hour, including bright fireballs. No special equipment is needed; just lie down and look up in a dark area. As hundreds of shooting stars are produced by the first meteor shower of 2024, the UAE’s … Read more
Air India pilot destabilized after heavy landing in Dubai. The flight, originating from Kochi, performed the landing on December 20. The pilot was banned from flying until the investigation was complete. According to Indian media reports, Air India has derostered a pilot following a heavy landing in Dubai. The flight, originating from Kochi, executed the … Read more
UAE raffle draws were paused due to new regulations from GCGRA. All past winners will receive prizes within 2–3 weeks. The license application has been submitted. Despite all games being told to halt operations starting on Monday, raffle drawings in the United Arab Emirates have ensured that winners will get their prize money. The brief … Read more
Emiratization now applies to 12,000+ UAE businesses in 14 sectors with 20–49 employees. Mandatory hiring of one UAE national by 2024 and another by 2025. Nafis platform registration is urged for hiring support and benefits. The Emiratization Target Rules now apply to a greater number of enterprises. It is currently mandatory for over 12,000 businesses … Read more
Emirates Draw is temporarily suspending operations. This follows Mahzooz’s earlier announcement. Resumption of operations is expected after approval from authorities. In the United Arab Emirates, another gambling provider has suspended operations. Emirates Draw stated that it will “enhance its gaming experience” with the temporary halt starting on January 1, 2024. The action complies with the … Read more
Mahzooz raffle draw is temporarily pausing. This industry-wide decision complies with new gaming regulations. Company expects to resume draws “soon”. Popular raffle draw Mahzooz said in a message to its subscribers on Sunday that it would be temporarily pausing its drawings. “Starting January 1, 2024, Mahzooz will temporarily pause operations in compliance with gaming regulations. … Read more
UAE opens water desalination plants to supply Gaza Strip with clean water. 6 stations were built to provide 1.2 million gallons of water daily. Water pumping addresses the crucial need for clean water in Gaza’s shelters. In order to provide drinking water to the people of the Gaza Strip, the UAE formally opened the water … Read more
In Mahzooz’s most recent draw, which is also the last one for this year, two new winners have become billionaires. With this, there are now 66 winners who have become members of the Mahzooz millionaire club. 100 guaranteed raffle prize winners received Dh1,295,000 from the same drawings. 236,979 winners received a total of Dh24,052,185 as … Read more
The rates of gasoline and diesel for the month of January 2024 have been released by the UAE Fuel Price Committee. The following new rates are effective January 1st: Super 98 petrol will cost Dh2.82 a litre, compared to Dh2.96 in December. Special 95 petrol will cost Dh2.71 per litre, compared to Dh2.85 last month. … Read more
The UAE will announce new petrol and diesel prices for January 2024. Prices have been decreasing for the past two months. December saw a drop of around 7 fils for all major fuel types. The UAE is scheduled to provide updated rates for petrol and diesel in January 2024. For the past two months, the … Read more
UAE extradited Gergely Franc to Belgium. The extradition followed a legal process involving a trial. The UAE is actively working with other nations to improve legal cooperation. On December 29, 2023, the UAE government granted the extradition request of Gergely Franc, an Albanian national accused of premeditated murder, and sent him to the appropriate authorities … Read more
The UAE has introduced a new 5-year residence visa aimed at international travelers looking for longer stays. Priced at 720 dirhams (about Rs 55,000), the visa targets individuals aged 55 and above, recognizing their significant contributions. It can be renewed, allowing eligible residents to continue enjoying the Emirates’ lifestyle. To qualify, applicants need 15 years … Read more
R.J. O’Brien (Mena) Capital Limited was fined Dh5,023,375 by DFSA. Senior management didn’t address compliance resource deficiencies. The initial fine of Dh10,251,789 was reduced due to the commitment to rectify issues. A company that disregarded compliance system laws was fined Dh5,023,375 by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA). It was discovered that the company, R.J. … Read more
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque will be open 24 hours a day. It will be accessible to visitors at night too. The tours coincide with the 16th anniversary of the mosque. The famous site announced on social media that night tours are now available for tourists to Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The mosque will … Read more
UAE Residents Suggest Staggered School Timings for Traffic Flow. The holiday season in the UAE reduces traffic congestion. School areas are often traffic choke points, causing delays and heavy traffic. With the current holiday season, residents and drivers in the UAE are enjoying reduced traffic congestion. As people anticipate the return to regular routines next … Read more
Abu Dhabi uses drones to seed areas. Artificial intelligence solutions are used to safeguard environmental habitats. The drones are used for aerial seeding in Al Dhafra. Abu Dhabi is taking a futuristic approach to enhance its greenery. They are utilizing drones capable of seeding areas equivalent to over 100 football fields daily. These innovative drones … Read more
There will be no New Year’s Eve parties or fireworks in Sharjah. Police cite the decision in support of Palestinians in war-torn Gaza. Urgent call to organizations and people to assist in legal action against violators. This New Year’s Eve, there won’t be any parties or fireworks in Sharjah. The restriction was announced by the … Read more
