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UAE flights: Ticket prices up by 60% on peak travel day amid Eid Al Adha break
Travel demand for flights to arab and other regional destinations has boomed alongside ticket prices as UAE residents prepare for the upcoming Eid Al Adha Break. As Aidasani remarks, the demand for air travel always increases during the
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UAE imposes Dh3.5-million fine against exchange house
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is slapping an exchange house with a penalty of Dh3.5 million, which was advertised internationally by the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) earlier this week. The zero-sum loss of wealth inflicted on the
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UAE approves mandatory higher education criteria for Emiratis studying abroad
On Monday, the UAE approved specific criteria for the international scholarship options of Emirati students studying in universities outside of the country. The decision also aligns with the student career readiness initiatives. The criteria
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UAE: 3 rare Arabian spotted eagle owl babies hatch in Sharjah
In an exciting and delightful occurrence, three Arabian Spotted Eagle Owl chicks were born at the Kalba Birds of Prey Centre, which the Environment
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UAE citizens in Japan can extend visa-free stay to 90 days from July 1
The UAE embassy in Japan shared that citizens of the UAE holding ordinary passports will now be able to enjoy a stay of up to 90 days in Japan
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40,000 Filipinos in Dubai celebrate Philippine Independence with cultural show
On Saturday, over 40,000 Filipino expatriates celebrated the 127th Philippine Independence Day at Hall 2 of the Dubai World Trade Centre. The event,
Read MoreDubai: 893 air-conditioned bus shelters fully operational for summer, RTA says
As per an announcement by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) on Friday, the critical services for the summer session have been enabled. This includes 893 air-conditioned bus shelters which have been set up across 622 locations throughout Dubai.
Read MoreSchengen visa scam in UAE: Fake travel agents charging Dh4,000, experts warn
A warning has gone out concerning dubious travel agents exploiting UAE residents by charging thousands of dirhams for “guaranteed” Schengen visa appointments, only to go MIA thereafter, during the peak summer travel season. Faisal
Read MoreUAE: Dh100 million fine imposed on exchange house
As stated on Thursday, the Central Bank of UAE has fined an exchange house Dh 100 million. The financial violation came after the authority’s examinations revealed “grave shortcomings.” These failures pertained to the
Read MoreEid Al Adha 2025: Dubai announces holidays for public sector employees
Public employees of Dubai were notified on Thursday about the Eid Al Adha holidays. This year, government workers will enjoy four consecutive holidays starting June 5 and ending on June 8. Public sector employees will return to work on
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