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      Anam Rizvi

      Anam Rizvi

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      Anam joined The National as a news reporter in 2014, when she specialised in covering health in Abu Dhabi. After working as an independent journalist in the UK for a year, Anam rejoined The National in 2018 as the UAE education reporter. She earned her master’s degree in international journalism from Cardiff University. Her favourite stories focus on child rights, mental health, women’s issues, and culture. Among friends, she is known for her love for books, cartoons, and chocolates.
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      Dubai's private schools are reducing the day to six hours during Ramadan. Pawan Singh / The National
      Dubai to shorten school days to five hours during Ramadan

      Sharjah also announces six hour school days during the holy month

      UAEMarch 08, 2024
      Abu Dhabi University has teamed up with Neubio to produce cheaper cochlear implants for those with impaired hearing in the UAE. Jeff Topping / The National
      Abu Dhabi University teams up with Swiss company to make cheaper ear implants

      Newly launched UAE Hears the World Initiative aims to make cochlear implants available to those in need

      UAEMarch 07, 2024
      Cancer survivor Aurelia Reeves, 11, has donated 33cm of her hair to children battling the disease. Photo: Aurelia Reeves
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      Dubai pupil raises Dh11,000 and donates hair after brave cancer battle

      Aurelia Reeves, 11, survived a rare form of the illness after receiving a stem cell transplant at five months old

      UAEMarch 05, 2024
      Eeman Syeda won global recognition when she was named as one of the 18 most influential teenagers in the world for her sustainable fashion show. Shruti Jain for The National
      Dubai-based teen wins global recognition for charity fashion shows

      Eeman Syeda is on a mission to replace fast fashion with a more sustainable alternative, while also leaving an impact on communities.

      EducationFebruary 26, 2024
      The Emirates flight from Dubai to Toronto was due to resume its journey at 11am UK time. Courtesy: Emirates
      Emirates flight to Toronto diverted to Glasgow due to medical emergency

      Flight E241 landed in Scotland where medical staff met passenger who required treatment, says airline

      TransportFebruary 25, 2024
      Dubai Creek's walls are set to be upgraded and modernised. Wam
      Dh112 million project launched to rebuild walls along Dubai Creek

      Project is expected to be completed in 14 months, says Dubai Municipality

      HeritageFebruary 25, 2024
      Mobile phone use is banned in several schools in the UAE. EPA
      UAE schools cut off mobile phone use to remove distractions

      A ban on mobile phones was announced in England this week, but many UAE schools already have strong measures in place

      EducationFebruary 23, 2024
      Placing too much importance on social media influencers and their health advice can be dangerous, experts have warned. Photo: Getty
      Young people at risk from social media-driven diet trends, experts warn

      Teenagers are vulnerable to accepting advice from unqualified influencers on social media, say health professionals

      EducationFebruary 21, 2024
      A UAE expert said there would be benefits to teaching social media use at schools. Photo: Xavier Lorenzo
      Social media should be taught in schools, says UAE expert

      Expert says online platforms must be embraced in order to ensure their responsible use

      EducationFebruary 16, 2024
      British seats of learning, such as the University of Oxford, remain popular with UAE students. Getty
      UK, Japan and Netherlands attracting UAE university students

      Visa changes, quality of life and wanting to go somewhere less conventional are driving undergraduate choices, say experts

      EducationFebruary 15, 2024
      Heavy rain caused flooding across the Emirates on Monday. Antonie Robertson / The National
      Heavy rain forces some schools in UAE to extend distance learning

      Several schools require more time due to damage caused by storm

      EducationFebruary 12, 2024
      The University of Toronto's St George campus. Canada hosted more than 900,000 international students in 2023. Reuters
      UAE students review options as Canada cuts visa numbers by 35%

      Ottawa last month introduced two-year cap that will see 360,000 study permits issued in 2024

      UAEFebruary 09, 2024
      Schools throughout the UAE believe their Emiratisation efforts are on target. Pawan Singh / The National
      UAE schools launch graduate search to hit Emiratisation goals

      Sharjah authorities say 85 Emirati teachers have been trained since 2019 amid drive to increase number of locals in private sector

      EducationFebruary 07, 2024
      The top 10 most rigorous education systems in the world have been revealed. AFP
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      South Korea and Finland among world's toughest education systems

      Study assessed seven metrics including curriculum rigour, exams, pupil stress and IQ scores

      EducationFebruary 01, 2024
      Mamoura British Academy will award scholarships for outstanding academic achievement. Aldar Education
      Aldar Education launches scholarship programme at three schools

      Scholarship aimed at grade six pupils who will join the schools in the new academic year

      UAEJanuary 30, 2024
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