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The United Arab Emirates currently does not have a national minimum wage. Instead, salary benchmarks are used across various sectors. The Wage Protection System ensures timely payments. It now includes domestic workers. Rising living costs are pushing for wage reforms. Sector-specific minimum wages may be introduced. The nation is moving towards greater wage transparency.
New York City is bracing for its most significant snowfall in nearly four years as a post-Christmas winter storm moves through the region. Officials have issued winter storm warnings and travel advisories, urging caution during a peak holiday travel weekend. Forecasters warn of heavy overnight snowfall, icy roads and widespread disruption across transport networks.
Dubai authorities have rolled out an extensive New Years Eve transport and traffic plan, featuring 43 hours of non-stop Metro and Tram services, phased road closures across Downtown Dubai, and reinforced public transport. With millions expected to travel, the coordinated strategy brings together RTA, police and emergency services to ensure smooth mobility, safety and real-time traffic management as 2026 begins.
Seventeen years after Amanda Lewis was convicted of murder based on her young son AJ's testimony, her case is being reopened. A Florida judge will review a post-conviction relief motion alleging constitutional violations during the original trial. AJ, now 24, maintains his childhood account, stating he saw his mother drown his sister.
A UK man, Daniel Peasnell, received a five-year prison sentence for biting off a guest's fingertip at his friend's wedding. The 33-year-old, who had been drinking heavily, attacked Stephen Dixon when he intervened to restrain him. The judge condemned Peasnell's actions as 'behaving like a wild animal,' using his teeth as a weapon. Dixon's finger required partial amputation.