Fines On Expired Residence And Tourist Visas Waived
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A directive issued by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, has confirmed that all visa fines imposed on residents with expired residence visas and visitors with expired visit visas, will be waived

Private Sector Eid Al Fitr Holidays Announced
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The UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources has announced that the dates for the forthcoming Eid Al Fitr holidays for the private sector will be from Ramadan 29 to Shawwal 3, in accordance with the Islamic calendar, and shall be paid holiday.

Parks And Hotel Beaches Open
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The Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management, headed by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, have approved the partial easing of some restrictions in place

Emirates To Resume Scheduled Passenger Flights
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Dubai based airline Emirates, has announced it will begin scheduled passenger flights to 9 destinations. The scheduled flights will resume on 21 May

A Night Out At The Cinema Could Be Back On
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Drive-in cinemas, a popular experience in the past, will be soon be returning to Dubai as restrictions due to to coronavirus COVID-19, are eased further.

New Website Launched In The UAE To Share Positivity Among All UAE Residents
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Over the past few weeks, since everyone's day to day life has changed due to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, we have witnessed a wave of humanity and support for each other at levels previously not experienced, and people coming together

Burj Khalifa Lights Up Securing 1.2 Million Meals In One Week
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The facade of the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, has been lit up with 1.2 million lights securing a total of 1.2 million meals for individuals and families affected by coronavirus COVID-19.

Eid Al Fitr Public Sector Holidays Announced
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The UAE’s Federal Authority for Government Human Resources has announced the dates for the forthcoming Eid Al Fitr holidays for the public sector.

Founder Of Baby Souk Offers Tips On Indoor Play For Children
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They look to us on how they should respond in the current pandemic and our words and actions, are powerful ways to provide this re-assurance. Keeping a certain about of structure to any day or week for your child is something that will certainly reas

Stem Cell Therapy Treatment For Criticial Cases To Be Borne By The UAE
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His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has ordered that the payment of all costs related to the treatment of critical cases of coronavirus

In Celebration Of Europe Day, Burj Khalifa And ADNOC HQ Lit Up With EU Flag
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In celebration of Europe Day, two of the UAE's most iconic buildings, the Burj Khalifa and the headqaurters of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, were lit up bright in the colours of the EU flag and displayed the EU statement 'Stronger Together'.

UAE Residents Stranded Overseas Can Book Flights To Return To The UAE
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Abu Dhabi based airline Etihad and Dubai based Emirates, have announced a limited number of one way flights from various cities around the world, to bring back residents currently abroad and wanting to return to the UAE.

Decision To Open Schools Is Still Under Review
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The Ministry of Education has confirmed that the on-going distance learning system for students will remain effective until the end of 2019 to 2020 academic session. 

Weather Update: Cloudy Skies And Stand Storms In Dubai
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As summer eases its way into the region, Soneva Fushi's Chef Sobah shares his delicious island recipes guaranteed to fill your home with tropical aromas and flavours.