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UAE AI talent platform
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UAE launches AI-powered platform to identify and develop future national talent

In a move that reflects how seriously the UAE is taking its future workforce, the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources has launched...

Dubai private schools distance learning
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Dubai Private Schools Extend Distance Learning Until April 3

Dubai’s education sector is staying cautious. Authorities have confirmed that all private schools in the emirate must continue remote learning until Friday, April...

UAE rainfall response
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Rain Across UAE Cleared Fast as Municipal Teams Act Within Hours

Rainfall across the UAE this week brought a brief disruption—but not for long. Municipal teams moved quickly on the ground, clearing waterlogged roads,...

Dubai rain car damage compensation
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Dubai Rains Damaged Your Car? Here’s How to Claim Compensation Easily

Unexpected rain in Dubai has left many residents dealing with flooded roads, stalled engines, and damaged vehicles. If your car has been affected,...

Qatar Ends Remote Work as Offices and Schools Fully Reopen
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Qatar Ends Remote Work as Offices and Schools Fully Reopen

Qatar is stepping into a more familiar rhythm again. Offices are filling up, school gates are open, and daily routines are slowly returning...

UAE Eases Travel Rules to Help Residents Return Home During Crisis
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UAE Eases Travel Rules to Help Residents Return Home During Crisis

For many UAE residents, the crisis wasn’t just about cancelled flights. It meant being stuck outside the country, often with expired visas and...

Saudi Arabia Ranked 22nd in World Happiness Report 2026
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Saudi Arabia Ranked 22nd in World Happiness Report 2026

There’s been a noticeable shift across the Gulf in recent years — and it’s now showing up in global rankings. Saudi Arabia has...

Yas Waterworld new rides Abu Dhabi launching April 4
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Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi to Launch New Rides From April 4

Abu Dhabi’s much-loved Yas Waterworld is set to level up the experience for visitors as it prepares to launch new rides from April...

Dubai World Cup 2026
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Dubai World Cup 2026: Races, Tickets, Timings & What to Expect

There’s something different about race day in Dubai. The energy builds long before the first horse even steps onto the track. At Meydan...

UAE Indian Schools Brace for Online Start to New Academic Year
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UAE Indian Schools Brace for Online Start to New Academic Year

The new academic year for Indian curriculum schools in the UAE is just around the corner. Normally, this time of year comes with...