UAE: Businesses with 50+ staff must boost Emirati hires or pay penalties

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has issued a firm reminder to all private…

From June 1, AED 5,000 minimum balance required to avoid AED 25 penalty in UAE

Several banks across the UAE will soon raise their minimum balance requirement from AED 3,000 to…

Dubai completes major upgrade of Deira Creek wharf to boost trade and tourism

Dubai Municipality has officially announced the completion of a massive redevelopment of the Dubai Creek wharf…

UAE exchange house hit with Dh200M fine for breaking money rules

The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has taken firm action against a local exchange house,…

More Filipino talents cast in Avatar: The Last Airbender live-action series

Two more Filipino actors are set to make their mark in the live-action adaptation of Avatar:…

Emirati man honored for rescuing two women from Sharjah house fire

A local hero emerged in Sharjah after an Emirati man risked his life to rescue an…

What makes the JN.1 COVID-19 variant different from earlier strains

A new surge in COVID-19 cases across parts of Asia has been linked to a subvariant…

Pinay Elite captures historic title in ABL’s first U14 Girls Championship

The Pinay Elite girls basketball team has etched their name in the record books by claiming…

Dubai sends critical aid to Myanmar following devastating earthquake

In a show of solidarity and swift response to the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar in…

Depositing money for strangers at ATMs in UAE can lead to serious legal trouble

UAE residents are being warned about the dangers of assisting strangers at ATMs by depositing money…