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Departing from Your Job while Indebted? Managing Outstanding Loans with UAE Banks
Question: I've recently left my job and have some existing loans and credit card debts. Can my bank seize these amounts from my final...
UAE: Three Teenagers Die in Iftar-Time Accident; Exploring Why Young Drivers Gamble with Their Lives for Joyrides
The recent fatal incident involving three Emirati teenagers in a car accident on Monday evening has once again highlighted the pressing issue of underage...
UAE: Study Reveals Arabian Gulf Reef Fish Exhibit Strong Resilience to Temperature Variations
Scientists from the Mubadala Arabian Centre for Climate and Environmental Sciences (Mubadala ACCESS) at NYU Abu Dhabi have unveiled important insights into how reef...
New Personal Status Law Regarding Marriage and Custody Takes Effect Today in the UAE
Starting April 15, the United Arab Emirates will implement updates to the federal personal status law. The new legislation, which has been reviewed by...
Fire at Al Nahda Tower: Sharjah Police Probing Cause After 5 Lives Lost and 19 Injured
Authorities have reported that the number of injuries from the Al Nahda tower fire, which erupted on the morning of April 13, has risen...
Dubai Ruler Commends Airport Worker Who Shares His Mother’s Values in Assisting Travelers
A recent incident involving a DXB employee who received recognition from the Dubai Ruler for his compassionate service to an elderly passenger in a...
Dubai: Are Employees Responsible for Fuel and Salik Costs During Work Travel?
Inquiry: I frequently travel for work and cover my fuel and Salik expenses personally. Shouldn't my employer bear these costs? What are my rights...
UAE: Is a Will Created Abroad Valid for Managing Properties and Assets in the Emirates?
Question: I possess properties and assets both in the UAE and my home country. Is it feasible to draft a will in my home...
Aisha Belkacem
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A UAE-focused news writer covering key developments in government affairs, policy updates, and social initiatives across the Emirates. Known for delivering timely, well-sourced reports that reflect the political and civic pulse of the nation. Combines clarity and accuracy with a strong sense of regional context, offering readers essential updates on leadership activity, diplomacy, and national priorities.