Campaigning for the UAE's upcoming Federal National Council election has been postponed until Tuesday. It’s been delayed by two days, as the country mourns the loss of 45 Emirati soldiers killed in Yemen. A list of 341 candidates was earlier approved by the National Election Committee. Applications can be withdrawn before September 14, while voting is scheduled for October 3.
UAE rolls out 3-year academic calendar for universities
The UAE has approved the academic calendar for the next three years, covering 2026 to 2029, for all public and private higher education institutions.
RTA contributes AED5 million to 'Edge of Life' campaign
The Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai (RTA) announced a contribution of AED5 million in support of the 'Edge of Life' campaign to rescue five million children from hunger.
Dubai arrests 26 people for begging during first week of Ramadan
Dubai Police have arrested 26 people in the first week of an annual anti-begging crackdown during the holy month of Ramadan.
UAE confirms school calendar for next three years
The UAE's Ministry of Education has approved the academic calendar for the next three years, covering 2026 to 2029, for public and private schools.
