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Hot & humid UAE

Written by on 22 July 2019

A hot summer week is in store for residents, so don’t forget your umbrella or a hat when going outdoors. The weather forecast for the day, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), predicts fair to partly cloudy skies with a chance of some convective clouds formation east and southwards by afternoon. It will be […]

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Sharjah one of the most creative cities in the world

Written by on 22 July 2019

It may not be home to the the tallest building in the world or record-breaking, man-made islands, but there is one thing that Sharjah is highly regarded for, and that is its culture scene. The city was named ‘Cultural Capital of the Arab World’ by UNESCO back in 1998, and more than 20 years later, […]

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Discounts of up to 80 per cent for shoppers in August

Written by on 21 July 2019

A mega sale will run in Sharjah with up to 80 per cent discount from August 1 to 3 as part of the ‘Sharjah Summer Promotions 2019’ launched by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI). The initiative is aimed at reviving trade movement in retail stores and shopping malls, as well as providing […]

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Complete all visa-related procedures in one hour

Written by on 17 July 2019

The centre will provide all services, including screening for fitness certificate, Emirates ID, immigration formalities and stamping visa. At a newly opened comprehensive visa centre in Ajman, applicants can complete all their visa-related procedures in one hour. Laiq Visa Comprehensive Centre will provide all visa services, including screening for fitness certificate, Emirates ID, immigration formalities […]

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Sunny and windy day today

Written by on 8 July 2019

It’s a sunny day! So remember to do a few things: – Carry an umbrella or wear a hat – Wear light coloured fabrics, – drink plenty of water or juice to stay hydrated. The weather forecast, according to the National Centre of Meteorology, is partly cloudy at times with a chance of convective clouds […]

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Free SIM cards for visitors

Written by on 7 July 2019

All UAE tourists will now get free SIM cards as soon as they arrive in the country, authorities have announced. The Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) on Friday said the free prepaid SIM cards – loaded with a three-minute talk time, five SMS and 20MB mobile data – would be given to tourists […]

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Eid Al Adha holiday dates announced

Written by on 7 July 2019

The public and private sector holiday dates have been announced for Eid Al Adha 2019.  Both sectors will enjoy four days off on the occasion of Eid Al Adha, the  Federal Authority for Government Human Resources confirmed on Thursday morning. The holiday will begin on Saturday, August 10, and employees will be off Tuesday, August 13. […]

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Twitter stamp for UAE entry

Written by on 24 June 2019

The co-founder and CEO of social networking giant Jack Dorsey got a special entry stamp on his passport after he landed in Dubai on Monday. Dorsey tweeted a photo of the Dubai entry stamp and a special welcome sticker, which has the iconic Twitter logo bird next to the Dubai skyline. Along with the photo […]

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18-year-old dependents can now get UAE visa renewed

Written by on 24 June 2019

The Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship announced on Wednesday evening that UAE residents can now renew the residency visas for their 18-year-old dependent sons, whether they are secondary school or university graduates, for up to two consecutive years, the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship announced on Wednesday evening. The residence permit will be […]

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