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Saudi Arabia Changes Family Visa Rules for Skilled Expatriates
Saudi Arabia has changed its family visa rules for skilled expatriate workers, allowing eligible dependants to obtain entry visas while the worker’s employment...
Sharjah Partially Reopens Road Near Etihad Rail Station Until November 29
Sharjah has partially reopened a key road between University City and the Exhibition Grounds as construction continues on roads serving the future Etihad...
Wynn Marina at Wynn Al Marjan Island to Welcome 98 Superyachts in 2027
Wynn Al Marjan Island has announced Wynn Marina, a 98-berth superyacht marina designed for vessels up to 85 metres. The marina will form...
Carols in the Desert Dubai 2026: Christmas Choir, Santa on a Camel and Festive Market
What happened? MINT Market and Arabian Adventures are bringing Carols in the Desert back to Dubai for three evenings in December 2026 after...
Dubai’s Must-Attend Culture Festival Is Back: Sole DXB 2026 Dates Revealed
Sole DXB 2026 is confirmed to take place from December 11 to 13, 2026, at Dubai Design District (d3). The three-day festival brings...
Want Free Flights? Riyadh Air Is Giving One Winner 12 Return Tickets
Riyadh Air has launched its Golden Ticket draw for Sfeer loyalty programme members, offering one winner in each participating market 12 individual round-trip...
Jose Manalo and Wally Bayola join Abu Dhabi Comedy Season 2026
Jose Manalo and Wally Bayola are joining the 2026 Abu Dhabi Comedy Season line-up with a live show at Etihad Arena on November...
UAE Salaries: New WPS Rules Could Trigger Action Against Delayed Payments
The UAE has introduced an updated Wage Protection System (WPS) process for private-sector employers, with salary payments monitored electronically from the due date....
Saudi Arabia updates ice cream shop rules: What businesses need to know
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has updated the requirements for ice cream shops across the Kingdom. The rules cover food handling...
Captain Smit Machchhar: Sheikh Hamdan Honours flydubai Pilot
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed met flydubai pilot Captain Smit Machchhar and praised his courage, responsibility and care for human life.
