A newly uncovered Christian cross on Sir Bani Yas Island sheds light on the UAE’s early Christian presence and enduring religious coexistence. Found during the first major excavation in over 30 years, …
UAE conducts 75th airdrop of aid over Gaza Strip
The United Arab Emirates is continuing its humanitarian support for the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip, today carrying out the 75th airdrop of aid under Birds of Goodness operation, part of …
Parents in UAE take note: No more second semester exams in public schools
Since January, the ministry has been proactively preparing public schools to implement sweeping updates for the upcoming academic year …
UAE federal employees gain flexible work options under school policy
Parents of children in nurseries and kindergartens may also benefit from a morning late arrival or early departure …
UAE secures second place in global 2025 AI rankings
The UAE has achieved the second position globally in the list of top countries in artificial intelligence (AI) for 2025, according to the US-based data …
UAE: Remarkably preserved 7th-century Christian cross unearthed on Sir Bani Yas Island
A newly uncovered Christian cross on Sir Bani Yas Island sheds light on the UAE’s early Christian presence and enduring religious coexistence. Found during the first major excavation in over 30 years, …
UAE Central Bank fines Malik Exchange Dh2 million for anti-money laundering violations
The Central Bank of the UAE imposed a hefty penalty of Dh2 million on Malik Exchange and revoked its licence for non-compliance with anti-money laundering laws.
UAE companies offer signing bonus, golden visas and wellness packages to attract and retain top talent
Companies in the UAE are becoming increasingly creative with their incentives to attract top talent in a competitive job market, recruiters say.Employers in the Emirates recognise a good paycheque is …
UAE anti-terror laws ‘cover’ for crackdown on peaceful dissent, report shows
But the UAE allows for indefinite detention in “counseling centres” even after a prison sentence is served, without a clear path to contest continued detention. There are also no independent …
UAE: No more second-term exams for students across all grades in 2025–26 academic year
The UAE Ministry of Education has cancelled second-semester central exams for all grades, shifting to continuous and school-based assessments to ease academic pressure and improve learning outcomes.
Dubai Police Arrest 3 In $25 Million Pink Diamond Heist
Dubai Police said it caught three persons trying to leave the country eight hours after stealing a rare pink diamond in an elaborate scheme that took a year to execute …
Dubai to get 200 ultra-fast EV charging stations by 2025 under Parkin–e& deal
Parkin has signed a 10-year agreement with charge&go to supercharge Dubai’s electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure with 200 ultra-fast direct current (DC) charging stations. The project, scheduled to …
Dubai officials stop $25M pink diamond smuggling plot
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From clinical depression to life coach in Dubai: Robin Uthappa on his ‘second innings’
On a classic Dubai evening, sunlight spills gently through the windows of Robin Uthappa’s home, casting a golden-hour glow over spacious hallways and framed family moments. The space feels lived-in, …
Reinier de Ridder ready to face Khamzat Chimaev as early as UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi: ‘Send the contract’
Reinier de Ridder had designs on some time off after his win over Robert Whittaker at UFC Abu Dhabi but now he’s actually targeting a much quicker turnaround with hopes that he could face new …
Sheikh Abdullah sets out UAE’s vision as ‘beacon of compassion’ on World Humanitarian Day
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, on Tuesday stressed the UAE’s commitment to building a more just and peaceful global society to mark World …
UAE launches first ‘Youth Social Mission’ to support Palestinians
The Federal Youth Authority has announced the launch of the first group of participants in the ‘Youth Social Missions Programme,’ within the …