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Last Friday of Ramadan in UAE today; this day next week could be Eid Al Fitr
Today marks the last Friday in Ramadan, one of the holiest days of the year for Muslims across the UAE. Ramadan is considered the holiest month of the year in Islam, and Friday its holiest day. When the two overlap in the last days of the holy
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CISCE cancels UAE Class 10, 12 exams amid tensions
The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has cancelled Class 10 and Class 12 board exams across the UAE due to ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region. The decision came after a review of the current security
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Dubai announces Eid Al Fitr 2026 holiday for public sector employees
The Dubai authorities have introduced Eid Al Fitr holidays for public sector workers in the emirate, three days ahead of a national break for the end of Ramadan. According to a statement issued on Saturday, government employees in Dubai will have
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Dubai Miracle Garden: A 150-Million-Petal Dreamscape
In the heart of the desert, where the sun only ever kisses sand and rock, a vibrant alchemy flourishes. The Dubai Miracle Garden is not merely a
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The Weight of the Flag: A Tribute to True Heroes
“Not all heroes wear capes” we have heard this phrase a thousand times. True, some wear their country’s flag drenched in blood,
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Why Trampoline is the Ultimate Weekend Spot for Kids in the UAE
Weekends are ideally suited for families to unwind a little, explore fun activities and spend family time together. Parents are always on a keen
Read MoreTwo drones fall near Dubai airport, four injured
Dubai authorities have also confirmed that on Wednesday morning, two drones fell in the vicinity of Dubai International Airport (DXB), leaving two Ghanaian nationals and one Bangladeshi national slightly injured and one Indian national moderately
Read MoreUS‑Israel war with Iran Day 12: What UAE residents need to know
The UAE has sought global action over Iran’s missile and drone strikes, which it says are violations of international law. Dubai released safety instructions for emergency calls, assuring residents that the emirate continues to be fully
Read MoreUAE destroys 8 missiles, intercepts 26 drones on March 10
On March 10 UAE air defences identified nine ballistic missiles, eight of which were intercepted while one fell into the sea, said a statement by the country’s Ministry of Defence. It also reported detection of 35 drones, including
Read MoreResidents welcome UAE move to soften missile alerts
Residents in the UAE have welcomed a change in tone of emergency alerts that authorities send out during the night. For Moataz, a Dubai resident, it was a welcome decision. An resident of Karama, he said the alert had jolted him and his family
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