It seems most Filipino expats in the UAE have supported pro-Rodrigo Duterte candidates in the country's midterm elections.
Partial and unofficial results suggest politicians backed by the President are set to take over control of the Senate.
The midterm election is seen as a referendum on his administration.
Filipino expats in the UAE had a month to have their say as overseas absentee voters, with Monday being the last day to cast their vote.
Sharjah Ruler approves more than 4,400 student scholarships
His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved 4,434 scholarships for Emirati students at eight higher education institutions in the Emirate.
Abu Dhabi steps up drive against abandoned vehicles, boats
Authorities in Abu Dhabi are reminding residents, visitors and commercial operators not to leave vehicles or boats abandoned in public spaces.
Twenty five judges take the oath in Sharjah
Six judges of the Court of Cassation and 19 senior appeal judges took their oath before His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, on Monday.
UAE to train more than 24,000 educators ahead of new academic year
More than 24,000 school leaders, teachers, advisors and support staff will undergo a five-day training workshop ahead of the new academic year.
