The UAE has confirmed 1,798 new cases of COVID-19 from 256,181 tests.
Another 1,492 people have recovered, taking the overall recovery tally to 473,398.
Meanwhile, four more patients have died, bringing the total number of fatalities to 1,541.
A total of 489,495 cases have been diagnosed in the UAE so far, out of which 14,556 are currently active.
H.H. Sheikha Latifa opens Emirati Women’s Forum
Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, has opened the Emirati Women’s Forum 2026 at Madinat Jumeirah.
UAE approves framework on violations and penalties in higher education sector
The UAE has adopted a resolution governing violations, penalties and administrative measures for higher education institutions, vocational centres and training institutes.
UAE launches 'Beladi' programme to prepare youth for national service
The Ministry of Defence has launched the "Beladi" programme to develop young Emiratis' leadership skills, technical expertise, and practical knowledge talent and prepare them for national service.
UAE scraps homework for some public school students
Public schools students from Kindergarten to Grade 2 will not be given homework in the new academic year.
