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UAE declares September 15 a holiday for Prophet

On September 15, 2024, UAE will acknowledge Prophet Muhammad's birthday, a significant Islamic event. This date is a public holiday for federal ....

UAE: Long school bus commutes may lead to health risks

In the UAE, Naya Osama, aged nine, spends almost two hours each day traveling to school, a short distance of just over 5 km from her home in Al Nad, ....

UAE: Two dead, three injured in Sharjah school collapse

In Sharjah, a school under construction saw a tragic accident: its roof caved in. This led to the unfortunate deaths of two workers and injured ....

UAE gamers spend up to Dh30,000 on setups

Players are­ pouring as much as Dh30,000 into their stellar gaming stations. This activity that began as a casual pastime­ has evolved into a ....

Pet-friendly schools in the UAE: Therapy animals help ease

In a few UAE schools, students get the chance to bond with their furry and feathered friends right on campus. From dogs and cats to birds, fish, ....

UAE: Founder of viral all-women running club puts

Moving to a new country can often feel lonely and isolating. That’s why one Abu Dhabi resident decided to create a social running club ....

UAE parents worry about heavy school bags

Doctors caution that heavy school bags may lead to emotional and mental impacts on children. A lot of parents are concerned about the ....

UAE: Nile crocodile throne, stuffed bears, two-headed goats

A throne made from a nine-foot Nile crocodile, a mounted Russian grizzly bear measuring 10 feet, a Canadian polar bear standing at seven feet, gray ....

UAE begins operations at final Barakah nuclear unit

Unit 4 will increase the national grid's clean electricity capacity by an additional 1,400 megawatts. The President announced on September 5 ....

75-year-old departs Dubai after 50 years, hopes return

75 Year Old Ex Miami Resident Dusts His Pants After 50 Years Of Staying Put In Dubai And Wishes To Come Again ‘The last goodbye does not ....

UAE night sky to shine as Saturn reaches peak brightness

As Crab Nebula draws near Saturn will sparkle through the UAE evening sky as a brighter body of the Solar System. September 8 will provide a ....

UAE hotels save Dh500,000 by reducing food waste

Have you ever thought about the excess food that is made in a setting like an open buffet and ends up in limbo? Here in the UAE, most establishments ....

UAE commission scheme boosts employee earnings through job

Certain companies in the UAE are extending commission-based rewards to employees outside of sales teams in recognition of outstanding performance ....

Rathri Onam: A Night of Music, Tradition, and Joy

Celebrate Rathri onam 2024 at Al Nasr Leisure Land by attending a great evening with music and entertainment.  This is similarly associated ....

UAE schools restrict mobile phones to minimize student

The ban on smart devices in schools in the Netherlands gained worldwide attention recently, but strict tech policies are already in place in many ....

Dubai's new Salik gates to be solar-powered, easing key

Both New Salik gates are on schedule to start operating by the end of November, and are poised to enhance traffic flow and decrease congestion on ....

Bride dies in UAE car accident weeks post-wedding

In a tragic event, a 24-year-old bride who had recently gotten married died in a car crash caused by a careless driver. Three weeks ago, a crash on ....

Illegal expats in UAE need work permits to stay

A senior official has confirmed that individuals who have overstayed in the UAE and want to legalize their residency status must show a work permit ....