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Zakat alms worth Dh1m free 49 in prison for unpaid debts
Fund created in 2003 by Sheikh Zayed to collect and distribute Islamic alms in UAE collected Dh67 million last year.
UAE sees high rates of Down Syndrome
The pressure on Emirati mothers to have more children is probably the main reason for the high rate of Down Syndrome in the country, a Government official said.
Success runs in the Emadi family
When it comes to high achievers, few can match the al Emadis. The eight brothers and sisters have an astonishing number of qualifications between them - but all agree that learning is vital not just for themselves but for the country's future.
Hygiene 'police' fail 9 in 10 restaurants
Only one in 10 restaurants in the Tourist Club area meets hygiene standards, an investigation has revealed.
Emirati girls starve themselves 'to look pretty in a dress'
Study by Zayed University says 75 per cent of young women are unhappy with their bodies
Emirati job demands too high, say experts
Emiratis advised to lower their salary and career advancement expectations if they are to integrate further into the private sector.
Dh10m Khalifa Fund shifting strategy
The investment is available for manufacturers as the Fund targets key industries from engineering and construction to tourism for investment.
Call to protect children with special needs
A Down syndrome support group called yesterday for a centre that would train special-needs children to recognise exploitation and protect themselves from it.
New plan would freeze school fees for two years
Ministry official says the 'country cannot afford' annual rises.
Time runs out for the pupils with no school
With the new academic year just days away parents, whose children are without a place, are considering giving up all they have worked for.
Solutions to places crisis at Indian schools 'don't go far enough'
A set of solutions to ease a shortage in places is unveiled, only to be described by community members as inadequate.
UAE flights not affected by fire
Flights from London to the UAE are largely unaffected by a fire that broke out at Heathrow air traffic control earlier today.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Zayed laid to rest
Thousands gather at Sheikh Zayed Mosque to pray for Sheikh Ahmed's salvation as mourners speak of their solidarity with the ruling family in their time of grief.
Let us raise fees or we will shut classes says schools operator
Dubai operator says low-cost Asian schools must keep pace with salaries and rents.
Get into politics, FNC tells students
Schools should encourage Emirati students to take an interest in politics because they lag behind many Arab young people in that respect, a top FNC official says.
