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Deb Jones, deputy head of pastoral at Dubai College, believes the new legislation could inspire a cultural shift. Photo: Dubai College

School heads say new social media rules will 'protect childhood in digital age'

Schools will be a bridge to spread the word on how the new policy will protect children and increase real-world interaction

Dignity and safety of refugees must be protected, says Sheikha Jawaher

More than 691,475 medical tourists visited Dubai in 2023. Getty Images

How smart medical visas will simplify life for Dubai's healthcare tourists

Minister of Family highlights fathers' crucial role in raising children

The UAE is the first country in the Arab world to introduce such measures. Getty Images

UAE names online platforms included in under-15s social media restrictions

UAE social media policy to aid parents facing 'impossible job'

Relief for seafarers as they prepare to return home from Strait of Hormuz

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Sheikh Mohamed holds talks with world leaders at G7 summit

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