Middle East

KHDA allows centre-led home learning for Dubai children aged 0–6 during distance learning phase / Image: File Dubai is taking a decisive step towards flexible education as the Knowledge and Human Development Authority introduces a new policy allowing children aged 0–6 to opt for home-based learning.The authority said the initiative supports diverse learning environments during…

Abu Dhabi enforces strict distance learning rules attendance and live classes now compulsory / Image: file The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge has introduced stricter distance learning rules across Abu Dhabi, making live online classes and mandatory attendance tracking compulsory for all schools.ADEK said the updated framework is designed to align remote education…

Sheikh Mohammed issues nationwide call to raise UAE flag, reinforcing unity / Image: file Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, called on citizens and residents to raise the UAE national flag across homes, buildings and institutions.The message was shared through his official account…

Gold prices in Dubai have dipped by approximately Dh4 per gram, with 24K gold now trading near Dh569-Dh570. This decline follows a recent surge and is attributed to easing geopolitical tensions and shifting investor sentiment globally. The correction presents a potential opportunity for buyers in the UAE’s competitive gold market. Gold prices in Dubai edged…

Sharjah Ruler approves 330 municipal jobs/Image: WAM His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved the recruitment of 330 Emirati citizens across municipalities in the emirate, in a move aimed at strengthening national workforce participation and improving public services. The initiative covers both university graduates…

Saudia announces resumption of flights to Dubai, Abu Dhabi from April 11 Saudi Arabian Airlines will partially restart operations to key regional destinations from Saturday, April 11, marking a limited return to service after suspending flights for over six weeks amid escalating tensions in the region. The national carrier confirmed it will run a set…

Bahrain resumes flights as airspace reopens; operations restart under tight safety coordination / Image: file Bahrain has officially reopened its airspace, allowing flight operations to resume at Bahrain International Airport after a multi-day suspension triggered by escalating regional tensions.The closure, which lasted several days at the height of the crisis, was enforced as a precautionary…

375 held in Abu Dhabi for fake posts and filming violations during tensions / Image: AI-Generated In a sweeping enforcement drive, Abu Dhabi Police confirmed the arrest of 375 individuals for filming sensitive incidents and circulating misleading or false information on social media platforms. The action, announced on April 8, comes amid heightened regional tensions,…

Saudi Arabia’s life expectancy rises to nearly 80 years, up from 74 in 2016/Image: Getty Images Saudi Arabia’s life expectancy has increased significantly over the past decade, reaching 79.9 years by the end of 2025, up from 74 years in 2016, bringing the country close to its Vision 2030 target of 80 years.The update was…

Saudi Arabia mandates 100% Saudization of 69 additional jobs in private sector. Saudi Arabia has announced an expansion of its Saudization policy, bringing dozens of additional private sector roles under full localisation from April 5, 2026. The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) announced that the updated decision will cover 69 more professions,…