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News UAE

Ramadan timetable reduces full school days for UAE students

Image Credit : WAM As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, educators across the UAE say this year’s academic calendar has been carefully planned to ease pressure on students while keeping learning on track. Ramadan, expected to begin on February 19, will include 12 full holiday days, alongside four Fridays featuring significantly reduced school hours […]
UAE Golden Visa Eligibility
Travel UAE

UAE Golden Visa Eligibility and Benefits

Seif Kamel
 What is the Golden Visa in the UAE?  Considered as one of the prominent procedures carried out by the Federal Authority for Identity, the Golden Visa, or Golden Residency provides the chance to those who are eligible to receive a residency for a long term in the United Arab Emirates. This period of time may […]
GCC Tech

Egypt to Host the Region’s First Major AI Summit Under Patronage of President El-Sisi

Ai Everything MEA Egypt reflects Egypt’s national agenda to harness AI for economic growth – creating jobs, future industries, and opportunities for a new generation Cairo, Egypt – 2 February 2026: In a defining milestone for Egypt’s digital transformation and its expanding leadership in the global technology landscape, the inaugural edition of Ai Everything Middle
Energy Events Qatar

UAE reinforces LNG cooperation and energy dialogue at Doha conference

Miguel Hadchity
Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — The UAE, led by its Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, is participating in the 21st International Liquefied Natural Gas Conference and Exhibition in Doha, Qatar. The high-level event, concluding on February 5th, convenes global energy leaders, officials, and experts to deliberate […]
UAE and Saudi Labor Laws
Saudi Arabia UAE

Differences Between UAE and Saudi Labor Laws

Seif Kamel
KSA and the UAE Differences of Labor Laws  Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates represent two of the major economies in the GCC countries and all over the region. In fact, the flourishing economy of the two countries have started attracting several talents and cadres from all over the globe to work there, over […]
News UAE

Kuwait readies 1,700 mosques for Ramadan prayers

Image Credit : Reuters Kuwait is finalising preparations at around 1,700 mosques nationwide to welcome worshippers for Taraweeh and late-night prayers during the holy month of Ramadan, according to local media reports. Departments at the Kuwait Ministry of Islamic Affairs are completing maintenance and readiness works across the country’s six governorates. Efforts include
Saudi Arabia

Women Leaders Summit & Awards 2026 – KSA Announces Its Landmark 7th Edition in Riyadh

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 2–4 February 2026 Sheraton Riyadh Hotel & Towers The Women Leaders Summit & Awards 2026 – KSA, one of the Middle East’s most respected leadership platforms, will return to Riyadh for its 7th edition, convening influential women leaders, senior government officials, global policymakers, and industry decision-makers from across the region and
News UAE

UAE President grants Saeed Al Eter rank of Minister

Image Credit : WAM President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a Federal Decree granting Saeed Mohammed Saif Al Eter Al Dhanhani the rank of Minister. The decree takes effect from the date of issuance and will be published in the Official Gazette. Saeed Al Eter currently serves as Chairman of […]
UAE Dress Code Rules
Fashion UAE

UAE Dress Code Rules Explained for Tourists

Seif Kamel
An overview of the dress code of the UAE Foreigners coming from all over the world to visit the UAE or to stay in the country as expats go through a meaningful experience that combines customs, traditions, the highest levels of innovative technologies, and the best standards of living. Nevertheless, it’s crucial to comprehend the […]