UAE Wage Protection System Upgrade Explained: What Employers and Workers Need to Know
UAE Wage Protection System upgrade: digital employer registration, faster payroll and 17 partners. What MoHRE announced and what it means for workers.
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Everything published, newest first. 32 stories across 3 months.
October 2026
23Digital Emirates ID: Four Free Ways to Get It While Your Card Is Lost, Damaged or Being Renewed
Digital Emirates ID: four free ways to access yours through Apple Wallet, UAE Pass, the UAEICP app or a QR code if your card is lost, damaged or being renewed.
Dubai Is Bringing Back 5 Iconic Landmarks in 2027 — Here’s What to Expect
Dubai is preparing to welcome visitors back to five familiar destinations in 2027 following major renovations and redevelopment. From the world's most recognisable luxury hotels to the Museum of the Future, Barasti Beach Club and the long-awaited return of Lamcy Plaza as The Plaza, these reopenings will bring significant changes to some of the city's best-known landmarks
Diwali 2026 in the UAE: Fireworks, Festivals, Temples and Where to Celebrate
Diwali 2026 in the UAE: Dubai’s Festival of Lights from November 2 to 12, Noor at Souk Al Seef, BAPS Mandir and more. Dates, venues and tips.
UAE End-of-Service Gratuity: Four Levels Set Out for Foreign Workers in the Private Sector
The UAE end-of-service gratuity for foreign private sector workers is 21 days' wages for each of the first five years and 30 days' wages for each additional year, capped at two years' wages.
Saudi Arabia Tariff Increase: Electricity, Water and Sewage Charges Rise From January 1, 2027
Saudi Arabia has announced increases in electricity, water and sewage tariffs from January 1, 2027, together with royal directives introducing financial support measures to ease the impact on citizens. This report sets out what has been announced, what the support measures include and what the announcement does not yet say. The Saudi Arabia tariff increase was reported on Monday, October 26, 2026.
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia Explained: Why the Yemen War Has Reached Riyadh and What the Houthis Want
We guide you through Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia in plain language: the latest events, who the Houthis are, what they want, how Iranian support fits in, why airports and oil installations are targeted, and what the Strait of Hormuz and Bab Al Mandab have to do with it.
UAE Food Rules Tighten on Bread, Yoghurt and Snacks as Obesity Reaches 22.4% of Adults
New UAE food rules set staged limits on sodium, sugar and fat in packaged foods, after a national survey found that 96.2 per cent of adults aged 18 to 69 consume too much sodium.
UAE Residents Update: Trump Rules Out Iran Strike Today, Riyadh Airport Reopens and Injuries Reported in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh airport reopens, Trump rules out an Iran strike today and airlines revise Saudi flights. What to know and watch.
Ras Al Khaimah Beach Closure: All Beaches Shut "Until Further Notice"
The Ras Al Khaimah beach closure covers every beach in the emirate and has no end date. The Public Services Department has not said why, and other emirates have also closed coastal areas.
Dubai Moving Costs: 11 Extra Expenses to Budget for Beyond Your Annual Rent
We guide you through the Dubai moving costs that come on top of annual rent, from Ejari and DEWA to movers and agent fees, with a worked example.
Dubai Rental Contract Early Termination Guide: Rules, Penalties and Your Rights
We guide you through Dubai rental contract early termination: when you can leave, what it costs and the steps that protect you from a dispute.
Dubai Speed Limits Change on Five Major Roads From November 1
New Dubai speed limits from November 1: Al Asayel, Al Mustaqbal and Latifa bint Hamdan Street go up, Al Rebat and Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Street go down.
Dubai Events in November 2026: Fitness Challenge, Rides, Runs, Rowing and Arabian Soul Fest
We guide you through the Dubai events in November 2026, from the 10th Dubai Fitness Challenge to Ultra Trail Dubai in Hatta, with dates, venues, distances and what is free.
US Embassy Staff in Saudi Arabia Ordered to Leave as Houthi Attacks Hit Airports and Oil Sites
Washington has ordered non-essential US embassy staff in Saudi Arabia and their families to leave after near-daily Houthi attacks on airports and oil facilities. The order applies to Saudi Arabia only.
Ramadan 2027 UAE Guide: Expected Dates, Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha Holidays and How to Plan Your Leave
Ramadan 2027 UAE Guide: Expected Dates, Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha Holidays and How to Plan Your Leave
UAE Work Permit Guide: All 13 Types Explained and Who Can Apply
The UAE issues 13 types of work permit through MOHRE, from freelance and part-time to Golden Visa and juvenile permits. Here is who is eligible for each and who must apply.
Middle East War Update: Seven Key Developments for UAE Residents on October 17, 2026
Middle East War Update: Seven Key Developments for UAE Residents on October 17, 2026
AccessAbilities Expo 2026 Brings AI Smart Glasses, Prosthetic Limbs and Free Medical Checks From 50 Countries to Dubai
AccessAbilities Expo 2026 Opens October 19 With Free Health Screenings, AI Smart Glasses and Electronic Prosthetic Limbs
Dubai Projects Worth Dh2.1 Trillion: Sheikh Mohammed Says the Emirate Is Building “a City Within a City”
Dubai Projects Worth Dh2.1 Trillion: Sheikh Mohammed Says the Emirate Is Building "a City Within a City"
UAE Weather in October: Cooler Days Ahead as Chances of Rain Increase
Temperatures are set to ease and chances of rain are rising as the UAE moves from summer into autumn, with Al Wasm season due to begin in mid-October.
Dubai Security Deposit Not Returned? 6 Steps Tenants Can Get It Back
Moved out but still waiting for your Dubai security deposit? A clear paper trail and the right sequence of steps matter more than arguing with your landlord, from your Ejari to the Rental Disputes Centre.
KHDA AI Policy: Dubai to Set Clear Rules on AI and Mobile Phones for Students
Dubai's education regulator is drafting a KHDA AI policy to tell parents and teachers when AI, phones and tablets help students learn, and when they do not. It is expected by next year.
September 2026
4Saudi Vision 2030: Goals, Progress, KPIs and the 2026 Mid-Term Reality Check
Saudi Vision 2030 has beaten its targets on women's employment, unemployment and tourism, but foreign investment, non-oil exports and the biggest giga projects are falling behind as the plan enters its final phase.
AI Images of UAE Leaders? New Warning Says Official Approval Is Required
The UAE AI warning puts content creators on alert, with authorities saying AI-generated images and videos featuring public figures or national symbols require prior official approval under the country’s media content standards.
UAE Flights Today: Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia and flydubai Hit by Disruptions as Air Canada Extends Dubai Suspension
UAE flights face fresh delays and cancellations as regional uncertainty continues to disrupt airline schedules, while Air Canada extends its Dubai flight suspension until March 2027 and carriers prepare for phased service resumptions.
Mecca Drone Report Raises Fears of a Wider Saudi-Houthi Escalation
The reported Mecca drone incident has intensified concerns over Saudi-Houthi tensions, as Saudi Arabia faces renewed security threats linked to the Houthis, Yemen conflict and wider Middle East instability.
August 2026
5Dubai Shared Housing Law Is Live: Dh1m Fines, Inspections and Evictions: What Tenants Need to Know
Dubai’s shared housing law is now in force, introducing new rules on inspections, permits, rent payments and evictions, with repeat violations potentially attracting fines of up to Dh1 million.
Starlink Secures 10-Year UAE Licence for Satellite Internet Services
The UAE has granted Starlink a 10-year licence to provide satellite internet services, expanding connectivity for residents, businesses, government entities, and the aviation and maritime sectors while strengthening the country's digital infrastructure.
Sharjah-Dubai Commute Set to Get Faster With 2 New Road Lanes
Sharjah-Dubai travel is set for a boost as Emirates Road adds two lanes, increasing capacity by 33% and potentially cutting peak-hour journey times by up to 25% from August 30.
UAE Announces $10 Million Aid for Nepal Flood and Landslide Victims
UAE has pledged $10 million in humanitarian aid for Nepal after devastating floods and landslides caused widespread destruction, deaths and disappearances across affected areas.
Dubai Airport to Roll Out More Self-Service and Biometric Upgrades
Dubai International Airport is introducing expanded biometric screening, more self-service facilities and smarter passenger systems to reduce queues and make travel faster and more seamless.