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UAE public schools cancel traditional homework for KG to Grade 2 students
The UAE Ministry of Education has announced that traditional homework will be cancelled for students from Kindergarten through Grade 2 in public schools...
Dubai 3-day weekend: Free parking, Metro timings and E100 bus changes announced
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced changes to parking, public transport and selected customer services for the Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday holiday...
Dubai Just Made Getting a Nol Card Easier — Here’s Where You Can Buy One
Dubai residents and visitors can now purchase nol Travel Cards at selected Al Ansari Exchange branches across Dubai. The partnership was announced on...
Dubai’s Museum of the Future to Close on September 1 for Major Revamp
Dubai’s Museum of the Future will temporarily close to visitors from September 1, 2026, as it begins a major overhaul of its exhibitions....
Sharjah Just Announced 3 New Hospitals — Here’s Where They’re Coming
Sharjah has announced plans to develop new hospitals in Kalba, Khorfakkan and Dibba Al Hisn, with the Sharjah Health Authority set to begin...
UAE Employees, Get Ready: A 3-Day Weekend Is Confirmed This Friday
Yes, many UAE employees will get a three-day weekend from Friday, August 28, to Sunday, August 30, 2026. Friday has been designated as...
Dubai Just Cut Food Testing From 2 Hours to 2 Minutes — Here’s How
Dubai Municipality has introduced new automated technology at Dubai Central Laboratory that reduces oil and fat quality testing from two hours to two...
Dubai Flexi Rent Scheme Could Make Annual Leases More Attractive for Tenants
Dubai’s Flexi Rent initiative, launched by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) in June 2026, is giving eligible tenants more ways to pay their...
Abu Dhabi Warns Residents Over Abandoned Cars and Boats in Public Spaces
Abu Dhabi City Municipality has launched a field awareness campaign warning residents, visitors and vehicle and boat owners against leaving cars and boats...
UAE Petrol Prices Set to Change in September 2026
The UAE is due to announce its petrol and diesel prices for September 2026 before the new rates take effect on September 1....
