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Dubai's Centre for Harboring supports nearly 11,700 residency violators in 2026
UAE

Dubai's Centre for Harboring supports nearly 11,700 residency violators in 2026

Dubai's GDRFA says its Centre for Harboring combines immigration enforcement with healthcare, meals and travel support for residency violators.

Dubai real estate cooldown lets residents upgrade as war rattles market
UAE

Dubai real estate cooldown lets residents upgrade as war rattles market

Dubai real estate prices are easing amid Mideast war fallout, letting residents like Steve upgrade homes for 15% less rent

Pakistan seeks easier Dubai visas to boost trade
UAE

Pakistan seeks easier Dubai visas to boost trade

FPCCI seeks easier business visas and stronger logistics cooperation with Dubai, saying the steps can significantly boost bilateral trade.

UAE widens probe into false Dubai explosions report
UAE

UAE widens probe into false Dubai explosions report

UAE has widened its probe into a false Dubai explosions report, questioning the reporter and news agency staff involved

Dubai Chambers hosts Shanghai roundtable to woo Chinese investors under D33 economic agenda
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Dubai Chambers hosts Shanghai roundtable to woo Chinese investors under D33 economic agenda

Dubai Chambers hosted a targeted roundtable in Shanghai to pitch high-value D33 economic agenda opportunities to prominent Chinese investors

Dubai halal trade center signs deal to help Korean firms expand into MENA markets
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Dubai halal trade center signs deal to help Korean firms expand into MENA markets

Dubai's HTMC and South Korea's KITA have signed an MoU to help Korean companies enter halal markets across the UAE and wider MENA region

Dubai launches Flexi Rent scheme allowing tenants to pay monthly
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Dubai launches Flexi Rent scheme allowing tenants to pay monthly

Dubai's new Flexi Rent initiative lets tenants choose monthly, quarterly or semiannual payment plans. The DLD has partnered with 12 real estate firms to roll out the scheme

Dubai Police urges use of licensed domestic workers, issues safety advisory
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Dubai Police urges use of licensed domestic workers, issues safety advisory

Dubai Police has advised residents to hire domestic workers only through licensed agencies and follow key safety steps to protect homes, valuables and family members

Emaar launches $55 billion Dubai megaproject to house 150,000 residents
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Emaar launches $55 billion Dubai megaproject to house 150,000 residents

Emaar Properties unveiled a $55 billion Dubai megaproject spanning 4.5 million square metres, with views of Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab and Palm Jumeirah

Dubai launches authority to help people live longer and healthier
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Dubai launches authority to help people live longer and healthier

Dubai has launched the Dubai Longevity Authority under Sheikh Hamdan to regulate longevity therapies, attract investment and lead global healthcare innovation

Britain’s Harrow School advances Dubai expansion as construction nears completion
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Britain’s Harrow School advances Dubai expansion as construction nears completion

Harrow International School Dubai, operated by Taaleem, is 85% complete and set to open in September 2026 on Hessa Street with fees starting at AED 80,000 a year

Dubai single-entry tourist visas available within 48 working hours
UAE

Dubai single-entry tourist visas available within 48 working hours

Dubai's GDRFA says single-entry tourist visas for 30 or 60 days are issued within 48 working hours once all required documents are submitted

Dubai's first-time home buyer program helps over 3,200 residents become homeowners
UAE

Dubai's first-time home buyer program helps over 3,200 residents become homeowners

Dubai's First-Time Home Buyer Programme has helped over 3,200 residents own their first homes since July 2025, with transactions surpassing AED 5 billion

Dubai develops smart medical visa to boost health tourism sector
UAE

Dubai develops smart medical visa to boost health tourism sector

Dubai's GDRFA and DHA have signed an MoU to streamline medical visa processing for international patients, with a smart medical visa and digital services on the way

Gold prices drop in Dubai amid US-Iran deal uncertainty
UAE

Gold prices drop in Dubai amid US-Iran deal uncertainty

Dubai gold prices dipped on Monday, with 24K falling to Dh544.0 per gram

Dubai motorists to get 6-day free parking for Eid Al Adha 2026
UAE

Dubai motorists to get 6-day free parking for Eid Al Adha 2026

Dubai's RTA has announced free public parking across the emirate from May 25 to 29 for Eid Al Adha 2026, with metro and bus timings also updated

Dubai launches $408 million economic incentives package
UAE

Dubai launches $408 million economic incentives package

Dubai rolls out a second economic incentives package worth $408 million as Iran's Strait of Hormuz blockade and the fallout from the Middle East war weigh on Gulf businesses

One killed, 19 injured in Dubai after truck crashes into workers' bus on Al Yalayis Street
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One killed, 19 injured in Dubai after truck crashes into workers' bus on Al Yalayis Street

A truck rear-ended a workers' bus that had broken down on Al Yalayis Street in Dubai, killing one and injuring 19, including eight critically.

Dubai private schools to close for Eid al-Adha from May 25 to 29
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Dubai private schools to close for Eid al-Adha from May 25 to 29

Dubai's KHDA confirms Eid al-Adha holidays for private schools from May 25 to 29, with classes resuming Monday, June 1, 2026

Dubai unveils AI-powered smart bus station with 24/7 digital services
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Dubai unveils AI-powered smart bus station with 24/7 digital services

Dubai's RTA has opened its first AI-powered smart bus station at Mall of the Emirates, offering 24/7 digital services, real-time updates, and solar energy systems