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UAE: Emiratis can now renew passports one year in advance
As of August 18, 2025, UAE citizens will be able to renew their passports up to a year prior to the expiry date rather than the traditional six months. This was recently disclosed by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port
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Dubai: 3 women arrested for performing illegal cosmetic procedures at apartment
In a residential apartment, the Dubai Police arrested three women for practicing medicine and cosmetic procedures illegally without a license. Authorities reported the illegal operations as a serious danger to the public and a violation of the
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Dubai: Lowering speed limits not enough to slow down drivers, study finds
As in Deira and Bur Dubai, older districts in Dubai are characterized by having dense layouts and narrow roads, which facilitate traffic moderation. This is in opposition to newer neighborhoods which are characterized by wide, open
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Sharjah library turns 100: How Ruler's home turned into a cultural landmark
The Sharjah Public Library serves as a monument to the emirate's forefathers literary and scholarly pursuits for 1 century. It started from the
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Emirates sets new rules for power banks onboard flights from October 1
Emirates has announced that as of October 1, 2025, all types of power banks will be prohibited on board. However, Emirates customers are allowed to
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Dubai-Manila flights: Book tickets for Dh8 only in Cebu Pacific's August sale
Thanks to Cebu Pacific (CEB), travelers flying from Dubai to Manila can now avail of a promotional ticket for only Dh8 (base fare). The
Read MoreUAE: Master degree still valuable? Employers say no in survey
A recent global survey seems to suggest that there is a declining value around the Master’s degree, particularly in the Gulf region and as hiring trends indicate employers are increasingly favoring abundant hands-on experience and applicable
Read MoreUAE: Some doctors see spike in food poisoning cases amid rising temperatures
Some medical facilities have noted an increase in food poisoning cases coinciding with the increase in temperatures in the UAE. Doctors have pointed out that this is a pattern typical to this season and have advised residents to exercise caution
Read MoreDubai KHDA releases new school calendar; full list of 2025 holidays revealed
The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has posted the academic calendar for the 2025-2026 school year marking significant terms and holiday dates for private schools in Dubai. As per the calendar that was published on
Read MoreUAE 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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