The school starting age rule is to come into force from the 2026-2027 academic year. Jeffrey E Biteng / The National

Children will not be forced to skip school year if not ready, ministry says

Ministry of Education clarifies decision will be left to parents and schools for children studying British curriculum

UAE

Experts praise unhealthy school food ban in Abu Dhabi

UAE

UAE public schools to adopt online learning on Fridays during Ramadan

UAE

Sheikh Mohamed holds talks with Bahrain's Crown Prince

UAE

Fake UAE domestic worker recruiters face social media clampdown

UAE

Dubai's Ramadan cannon locations announced for 2026

UAE

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

UAE
Ramadan is expected to begin in the Arab world on February 18 or 19. Victor Besa / The National

Ramadan 2026 working hours announced for UAE private sector

Staff entitled to work two fewer hours a day

UAE

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid leads birthday wishes to wife Sheikha Hind

UAE

Emirati national identity committee launched to promote UAE values

UAE

IHC, Sirius and FAB given approval to launch UAE dirham-backed stablecoin DDSC

Technology

Sheikh Mansour approves plans to champion legacy of Sheikh Zayed

UAE

Golden oldie: Athlete, 91, wins hearts, minds and medals in Abu Dhabi

UAE

Ramadan working hours announced for UAE public sector

UAE
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has approved the strategic plan of The Founder’s Office. Photo: Wam

Sheikh Mansour approves plans to champion legacy of Sheikh Zayed

Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister underlines crucial role played by Founding Father in development of the Emirates

UAE

Golden oldie: Athlete, 91, wins hearts, minds and medals in Abu Dhabi

UAE

Ramadan working hours announced for UAE public sector

UAE

Arab states attack Israel's West Bank land sale plans

UAE

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