DUBAI: The introduction of compulsory medical insurance for residents in the northern emirates is set to bring substantial benefits to Dubai’s healthcare sector. Starting from January 1, 2025, the newly insured residents in areas such as Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah will significantly increase the demand for medical services, which is expected to directly affect…
DUBAI: Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior has officially implemented a new residency law as of January 5. This law introduces updated fines for various violations, emphasizing the importance of adhering to residency regulations. Key violations include overstaying visas, failing to report a newborn, and irregularities in domestic worker permits. The ministry aims to streamline residency compliance…
DUBAI: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai has implemented significant traffic enhancements at Repton School Dubai, located in the Nad Al Sheba area. These improvements focus on easing traffic flow during peak student drop-off and pick-up times, which are traditionally known for congestion. By introducing these changes, the RTA aims to reduce delays,…
ABU DHABI: Private schools in Abu Dhabi are now required by the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) to maintain detailed individual student records for at least five years after a student departs. Graduation records, however, must be stored indefinitely. This directive ensures efficient school operations and data accuracy, forming part of ADEK’s…
ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi Police recently released a dramatic video to raise awareness about the severe consequences of unsafe driving. The footage captures a dangerous incident on the road, where a minivan suddenly stopped in the middle of the road with its hazard lights flashing. The driver’s decision to stop in such a precarious location…
MUSCAT: His Highness Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham bin Tarik Al Said, Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth, is preparing to attend the highly anticipated final match of the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup. This event promises to be an exciting encounter as Oman and Bahrain face off for the prestigious trophy. The match will take place…
DUBAI: Emirates, Dubai’s flagship airline, has announced an extension of its flight cancellations to Baghdad, Iraq, and Beirut, Lebanon, until January 31, 2025, due to ongoing security concerns in the region. The airline clarified that passengers transiting through Dubai with a final destination in Baghdad will not be allowed to board flights at their point…
DUBAI: The Burj Khalifa, standing as the tallest structure in the world, has now marked its impressive 15th anniversary on January 4, 2025. This towering symbol of Dubai’s innovative spirit and architectural excellence continues to captivate the world. Completed on January 4, 2010, after six years of construction, the Burj Khalifa rises to an astonishing…
UAE: Emirates has announced that it will not accept passengers for travel to Baghdad or Beirut from their point of origin. This decision comes as a result of heightened tensions in the Middle East, particularly due to the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. The suspension has affected travelers seeking to fly to these destinations through Dubai, as…
DUBAI: Dubai residents can expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies today, particularly over northern, eastern, and coastal areas. The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) has predicted a chance of rainfall as these clouds develop. Additionally, a significant drop in temperatures is forecasted, with coastal areas experiencing highs of 19 to 21 degrees Celsius and lows…
