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Ras Al Khaimah electric bus
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Ras Al Khaimah Launches Its First Electric Bus With Free Rides on Upgraded Purple Route

Ras Al Khaimah has introduced its first electric public bus as part of the upgraded Purple Route launched on June 3. The route...

Dubai school holiday June 15
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Dubai Schools to Get June 15 Holiday for Islamic New Year

Dubai schools, universities and early childhood centres will be closed on Monday, June 15, 2026, to mark the Islamic New Year 1448 AH....

Hamad Al Kaabi appointed as FANR Director General in the UAE
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Hamad Al Kaabi Appointed Director General of UAE Nuclear Regulator

The UAE has appointed Hamad Al Kaabi as the new Director General of the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR). The appointment was...

UAE textile recycling initiative
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UAE Wants 80% Less Waste in Landfills by 2031 — And Your Old Clothes Could Help

The UAE throws away around 220,000 tonnes of textiles every year, and most of it ends up in landfill. To tackle the issue,...

CBSE Class 12 re-evaluation deadline
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Missed the CBSE Re-Evaluation Deadline? Here’s What Students Need to Know

CBSE has extended the deadline for Class 12 students to apply for verification and re-evaluation of their board exam answer sheets. The new...

UAE Ebola visa suspension
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UAE Suspends New Visas for Nationals of 3 Ebola-Hit Countries

The UAE has temporarily suspended new visa issuances for nationals of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan due to...