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UAE pension scheme extends coverage to part-time Emirati
The UAE's General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) has expanded pension coverage to part-time Emirati employees working in ....
Dubai gold prices rise further, jump nearly Dh60 per gram
Gold prices continued their upward trend in Dubai on Friday, with 24K gold moving closer to the Dh550 per gram mark as the precious metal extended ....
UAE schools brace for change as under-15 social media rules
As children return to classrooms for the new academic year, UAE schools are preparing for changes in students’ digital habits following new ....
From heatwaves to 10°C: UAE travellers rethink Europe
UAE residents travelling to Europe this summer have found that escaping the Gulf heat does not always guarantee predictable summer weather. While one ....
UAE GCSE results 2026: Top achievers reveal how they
Students across the UAE are celebrating impressive GCSE and International GCSE results after an extraordinary academic year marked by regional ....
Etihad Airways Becomes First Airline to Accept Jaywan
UAE travellers now have another way to pay for Etihad flights, thanks to the country’s national domestic card scheme. Etihad Airways has ....
'Jabal': The Arabic Word for Mountain and Its Cultural
One small Arabic word can unlock the meaning behind countless names across the Middle East: jabal. Written as جبل, the word simply means ....
TBHF Launches Back-to-School Campaign to Support 3,000
As a new school year approaches, The Big Heart Foundation is turning school supplies into a lifeline for children facing difficult ....
Sharjah Police to Launch Doorstep Vehicle Number Plate
Sharjah motorists may soon have one less reason to visit a traffic centre in person. Sharjah Police is preparing a new service that will collect ....
GCC Flight Disruptions Continue as Travellers Urged to
Travellers heading through the Gulf should check their flight status before leaving home, as airline schedules continue to change. Several ....
UAE Nafis Rules to Change From September 2026: What
Emiratis working in the UAE private sector will see important changes to Nafis support from September 2026. The revised framework introduces a ....
Alanood Alharbi Makes History With Another World Title for
Another world championship gold has added a major milestone to Alanood Alharbi’s growing jiu-jitsu career. The Emirati athlete is ....
Dubai Customs Foils Attempt to Smuggle More Than 70 Million
A major cigarette smuggling attempt has been stopped in Dubai after customs teams uncovered suspicious export shipments headed for Europe. Dubai ....
Abu Dhabi Plants More Than 14 Million Seasonal Flowers and
Abu Dhabi is adding more colour to its streets while creating new spaces where residents can exercise, relax and spend time outdoors. Abu Dhabi ....
Ajman Real Estate Market Gains Momentum With Dh10.8 Billion
Ajman’s property market has started 2026 on a strong note, with billions of dirhams changing hands during the first six months. The emirate ....
Dubai RTA Completes Al Marabea’ Street Upgrade to Ease Al
Drivers travelling through Al Quoz now have a smoother route after Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority completed a major road ....
Dubai-it: The Philosophy Behind Dubai’s Global Success
Dubai’s skyline tells one story. Its working culture tells another, and the city’s latest initiative puts that philosophy into ....
Abu Dhabi International Book Fair Returns in September 2026
Abu Dhabi is getting ready for another major celebration of books, ideas and culture. The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair will return to the ....