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Distance learning is part of the Ramadan with the Family initiative. Pawan Singh / The National

UAE public schools to adopt online learning on Fridays during Ramadan

Remote study will be implemented for the second year as part of a national drive to promote family values

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Sheikh Mohamed holds talks with Bahrain's Crown Prince

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The UAE has shut down 230 social media accounts promoting unauthorised domestic worker recruitment services. Pawan Singh / The National

Fake UAE domestic worker recruiters face social media clampdown

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UAE's 'Mother of the Nation' aid ship sets sail for Gaza

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One of the cannons fired to announce the end of fasting during Ramadan. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Dubai's Ramadan cannon locations announced for 2026

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Ramadan 2026 working hours announced for UAE private sector

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Emirati national identity committee launched to promote UAE values

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Adek's Red List comprises an extensive inventory of items that can no longer be eaten in schools.

No deep-fried falafel: Abu Dhabi school lunches checked for banned foods

Education authority Adek publishes Red List of unhealthy items not allowed in classrooms

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'We couldn't see anything': UAE commute time doubles as heavy fog strikes again

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President Sheikh Mohamed holds talks with Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid in Abu Dhabi

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Emirati para-archers aim for LA Olympics after Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi

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UAE aid convoy enters Gaza to deliver essential supplies

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'Healthcare ATM': UAE hospital unveils smart clinic that acts as triage nurse

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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid announces new Dubai tourism hotspot

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The change means the age difference in age groups will span about 16 months. Photo: Jeffrey E Biteng / The National

What parents need to know following major change to school starting age

New school starting age rules could see pupils skip Foundation Stage 1

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UAE floating hospital opens dialysis unit for displaced Gazans

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Etihad Rail test ride from Dubai to Fujairah sets scene for launch

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Sheikh Hamdan praises sport's power to unite at Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi

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Love match: Sport brings couples together at Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi

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100 not out: Science of human longevity in spotlight at Dubai World Health Expo

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President Sheikh Mohamed discusses Gaza peace with Egypt's El Sisi

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Bruce and Charlie Lauder are representing Britain at the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026. Victor Besa / The National

Love match: Sport brings couples together at Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi

Partners tell of the joy of competing side by side at major event

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