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          Family

          Latest news and updates on family laws and programmes in UAE and around the world

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          Back in the UAE: Why returning home has been a priority for residents

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          Dani Hakim’s son Harvey has autism, ADHD and dyslexia – he needs constant movement breaks and support with his remote learning. Photo: Dani Hakim

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          As schools in the UAE turn to remote learning, experts advise building a simple routine with realistic expectations and a reward system. Photo: Thomas Park / Unsplash
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          Home-schooling tips: Simple routine, realistic expectations and a reward system

          LifestyleMarch 31, 2026
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          How a routine can counter uncertainty and bring clarity to children and adults

          LifestyleMarch 25, 2026
          Abu Dhabi’s new Athar Festival will centre on the spirit of family and giving. Getty Images

          Abu Dhabi’s Athar Festival puts giving at heart of Year of the Family

          Things to doMarch 25, 2026
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          After Sunset encourages table conversation and connection through a series of questions and prompts. Photo: Amazon AE

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          Beckham family rift has exposed a cultural fault line between East and West

          LifestyleJanuary 22, 2026
          The future of AI will be decided quietly, every evening, around kitchen tables and living rooms. Getty

          Why we need to design AI for families

          CommentJanuary 09, 2026
          The world is built for families, and everyone else is expected to slip into the leftover spaces. Getty Images

          Where do childless adults fit in a world built around families?

          LifestyleDecember 12, 2025
          Workplaces must become active partners in strengthening the social and economic growth that support family ties. Pawan Singh / The National

          As the ‘Year of the Family’ nears, parent-friendly workplaces are becoming an imperative in the UAE

          CommentDecember 10, 2025
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