Superbus to slash Dubai Abu Dhabi communte to 30 mins
The commute between Abu Dhabi and neighboring Dubai could be cut to 30 minutes with the launch of an electric-powered ‘Superbus’. The Superbus, the brainchild … Read more
Living in Dubai
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RTA to issue Discounted Fare Cards
Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that, effective March 15, 2011, students, senior citizens and people with special needs will be able to apply … Read more
Private Schools in Dubai restricted from raising fees in 2011
The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) had received applications from 29 schools seeking permission to increase their fees. However, private schools in Dubai will … Read more
Cash starved Dubai to introduce new Salik Toll Gates
Although it is not officially declared by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), word is on the streets that two new Salik toll gates are … Read more
CNG to be used in UAE public transport
In a drive to conserve energy in UAE, it has been announced that public transport including buses and taxis will be switched to Compressed Natural … Read more
Water Free Urinals in UAE
Next time you use a urinal in a public park or government building in Dubai, just leave and don’t look for the flush. That’s because … Read more
Boris Becker disowned ACI Dubai Tower
Tennis legend Boris Becker has said that he is no longer involved in the Dubai project that bears his name, nor has he been in … Read more
Students in UAE can work legally with part time work permits
Students on university sponsorship can now legally work part-time upon receiving a permit from the Ministry of Labour under a new decree issued as part … Read more
The World is washing away?
The World is washing away. No, its not about philosophy or the Great Picture. As recent report states that The World, a constellation of 300 … Read more
WAFI getting ready for Dubai Shopping Festival
As a key sponsor of the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), Wafi has announced its programme of events designed to attract resident shoppers and tourists. Wafi … Read more
Dewa mixes-up Discovery Gardens’ bills
Residents of two apartment blocks in Discovery Gardens have been receiving Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) bills that actually belong to someone else. The … Read more
Emirates Identity Card to be mandatory for basic services in UAE
As the deadline for Emirates Identity Card registration has been extended till June 30, 2011, the authorities are determined to get all expats to be … Read more