Author: Editorial team
Questions: I am going on annual leave next month, but my boss has asked me to carry my laptop, as “some work may come up unexpectedly”. Is this legal? Can I be made to work during my vacation? If I am willing to do so, am I entitled to overtime? Answer: Pursuant to your queries, it is assumed that you are employed by a private mainland company in the UAE. Therefore, the provisions of the UAE employment law are applicable. An employer and an employee may mutually agree on the terms and conditions of an employee working during his or…
Question: As a tenant in Dubai, can I make modifications to my rented apartment? I understand that I have to hand back the apartment in the same condition in which I received it. My question is whether I can make changes to the balcony and kitchen during my tenancy. Answer: Pursuant to your queries, as the apartment rented by you is located in the emirate of Dubai, the provisions of the Dubai land laws are applicable. In the emirate of Dubai, a tenant may not make any changes or carry out any restoration or maintenance works in a rented property…
ABU DHABI, 6th June, 2026 (WAM) — President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to His Majesty King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden on the occasion of his country’s National Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, sent similar congratulatory messages to King Carl XVI Gustaf and to Ulf Kristersson, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Sweden. Source: Emirates News Agency
As UAE residents prepare for another long weekend this Hijri New year holiday, hotels in the country are rolling out irresistible staycation deals, Fifa World Cup packages, and family-friendly experiences to make the most of it. Whether you want to sleep in a private villa, extend the break into a workcation, celebrate Italian culture on a private island, or watch football, there’s something for everyone. SO/Uptown Dubai has a brunch and bed experience where residents can get an overnight stay for just Dh1 when booking two of the Citronelle’s Tiger Brunch. Guests can enjoy a three-hour evening brunch starting at…
ZURICH, 5th June, 2026 (WAM) — FIFA has announced the launch of the FIFA Power Rankings, a pioneering system featuring a new data-led way to measure and showcase individual player performance throughout the tournament. Built entirely on FIFA’s extensive unique match data and driven by the organisation’s Enhanced Football Intelligence algorithms, the system will provide objective insight into how players perform across key areas of the game. Developed by football experts under the guidance of FIFA’s Chief of Global Football Development Arsène Wenger, the system uses FIFA’s world-leading performance data to recognise the individual characteristics and contributions of players in…
ABU DHABI, 6th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Department of Community Development (DCD) will announce the winners of the first cycle of the Abu Dhabi Excellence Award for People of Determination Inclusion – Damj in mid-June. Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, the award celebrates leading institutional efforts that contribute to embedding a culture of inclusion, promoting equal opportunities, and creating more inclusive and empowering environments for People of Determination across various sectors. The Damj Award…
One of the largest visa transactions handled by a UAE consultancy highlights how affluent families are increasingly prioritising convenience, certainty, and long-term travel freedom over cost Published: Fri 5 Jun 2026, 9:56 AM Last week, a UAE-based family paid Dh154,000 for UK visas for 11 family members – one of the largest single visa transactions ever handled by a UAE visa consultancy. That’s the price of a car, a year’s school fees, or several first-class flights to London. So why would anyone spend that much on entry clearance? Welcome to the new reality of high-net-worth travel in the UAE. For…
DUBAI, 6th June, 2026 (WAM) — The sixth edition of the Interdisciplinary Urology Care Consortium (IUCC 2026), one of the region’s leading specialised medical gatherings, opened today at Conrad Dubai Hotel, bringing together more than 600 physicians, specialists, researchers and healthcare professionals from over 14 countries. Held on 6th and 7th June under the theme, “Transcending Therapies, Driving Technologies,” the forum features more than 76 international speakers and over 29 participating companies and supporting organisations. The event continues to strengthen its position as a multidisciplinary platform dedicated to scientific exchange, clinical collaboration, complex medical decision-making and innovation in urological care.…
Dubai Police issued a traffic violation warning on Friday, cautioning motorists against driving on the hard shoulder. Sharing a video of cars trying to bypass traffic driving on the road shoulder, the police said that 4,504 such violations have been recorded since the start of the year. The hard shoulder is reserved for emergencies — not for bypassing traffic. Keeping it clear allows emergency vehicles to respond quickly when every second counts, they said, urging residents to follow the rules and not put lives at risk. This offence is among the most dangerous traffic behaviours that threaten road users and…
SHARJAH, 6th June May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah (UOS), attended the graduation ceremony for the Spring 2026 class at the University City Hall on Saturday. The ceremony celebrated the academic achievements of 737 students graduating from the university’s Colleges of Medicine and Health Sciences, marking a significant milestone for the institution’s medical cohort. Following the rendition of the UAE national anthem and a recitation from the Holy Quran, Dr Issam Al-Din Ibrahim Ajami, the Chancellor of the University of Sharjah, delivered…