Authorities in the UAE are taking steps to protect students from the summer heat.
It's been confirmed that all public schools in the country will run for an hour less during summer.
The Ministry of Education says that in addition to there being no morning assemblies, class periods have also been shorted from 45 minutes to 40.
The new timings, which are already in effect, will run until the school semester ends in July.
Magnitude 2.9 earthquake recorded in southern Musandam
An earthquake measuring 2.9 on the Richter scale was recorded in the southern Musandam region early Sunday morning, according to the National Seismic Network at the UAE’s National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).
UAE welcomes UN assessment mission to El Fasher
Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, has welcomed the United Nations’ assessment mission to El Fasher as an important step toward restoring humanitarian access for civilians who have endured months of siege and deprivation.
Sharjah Airport strengthens readiness for peak winter travel season
Sharjah Airport has said it is fully prepared for a surge in passenger traffic during the winter holiday period after introducing operational measures to improve passenger flow and maintain service standards.
30-tonne UAE aid shipment reaches Gaza to combat malnutrition
A humanitarian aid convoy provided by the UAE's Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi Foundation for Charity and Humanitarian Work has entered the Gaza Strip under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, carrying vital therapeutic and preventive supplies for children and women.
Dubai Police crack down on e-bike violations
Dubai Police have taken firm action against 90 individuals for riding electric bikes in a reckless and dangerous manner on sports tracks and dedicated scooter lanes at Kite Beach.
UAE condemns mosque bombing in Syria’s Homs
The UAE has strongly condemned the bombing at a mosque in Homs, central Syria, which left a number of civilians dead and injured.
UAE–Pakistan ties in focus during high-level talks
The UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held talks with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on strengthening cooperation between the two countries.
Dubai NYE: Road closures, traffic plan announced
Dubai authorities say they are fully prepared to deliver a safe, world-class New Year’s Eve celebration across the emirate.
UAE President arrives in Pakistan on official visit
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has arrived in Islamabad on an official visit to Pakistan.
UAE welcomes Saudi Arabia’s role in supporting Yemen
The UAE has welcomed Saudi Arabia's efforts in supporting the security and stability of Yemen, commending the Kingdom's role in fulfilling their goals for development and prosperity.
UAE issues law to protect children from online risks
The UAE Government has issued a federal decree law that aims to protect children from digital risks and harmful content and practices.
Abu Dhabi Police reports five cases of suffocation due to indoor heating
Abu Dhabi Police has reported five cases of suffocation in the UAE due to the use of charcoal and firewood for heating inside homes.
UAE expresses solidarity with Tanzania over helicopter crash victims
The UAE has expressed its solidarity with Tanzania following the crash of a helicopter during a civil defense rescue mission that killed at least five people.
Abu Dhabi eases restrictions on pets in hotels, restaurants
Abu Dhabi's Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has announced new rules allowing hotels and restaurants holding tourism licenses to welcome guests with their pets, like cats and dogs.
Abu Dhabi launches indoor air pollution tracker
The Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC) has launched an indoor air quality system that will deploy advanced monitoring devices at selected locations across the emirate to continuously track indoor air pollutants for healthier environments.
Sharjah imams and muezzins granted government employee status
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has directed that all imams and muezzins in mosques across the emirate be placed under the Sharjah government’s general staff system.
Dynamic message signs cut travel times by 20% on Dubai roads
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) says its Dynamic Message Signs system has become a key tool in making travel across the emirate safer and more efficient.
Dubai Police invite community volunteers for NYE celebrations
Dubai Police are inviting community members to play a starring role in the city’s world-famous New Year’s Eve celebrations, by volunteering to support police operations.
UAE leaders extend wishes on Christmas
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led messages extending his "warmest regards" to all those celebrating Christmas.
Fifth Indonesian medical team arrives at UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish
A fifth batch of Indonesian medical personnel has arrived at the UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish, Egypt, to provide medical care for Palestinian patients and those wounded arriving from the Gaza Strip under "Operation Chivalrous Knight 3".
An earthquake measuring 2.9 on the Richter scale was recorded in the southern Musandam region early Sunday morning, according to the National Seismic Network at the UAE’s National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).
Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, has welcomed the United Nations’ assessment mission to El Fasher as an important step toward restoring humanitarian access for civilians who have endured months of siege and deprivation.
Sharjah Airport has said it is fully prepared for a surge in passenger traffic during the winter holiday period after introducing operational measures to improve passenger flow and maintain service standards.
