Dubai private schools will be closed for a week, starting Monday, May 2, for Eid Al Fitr.
Making the announcement on Twitter, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) said "Bad news for those of you who were hoping for a short Eid holiday – it’s a whole week!"
Schools will reopen on Monday, May 9.
One dead, four injured in Habshan gas facility incident
In an update on a previously reported incident at Habshan gas facilities, Abu Dhabi authorities have confirmed one person has died and four others sustained minor injuries.
UAE approves new oral obesity treatment
The UAE has become the second country in the world to approve Foundayo (orforglipron), a new oral treatment for chronic weight management.
Dubai to roll out EV superchargers across parks, beaches
Dubai Municipality has announced a major initiative to expand electric vehicle infrastructure across the city, with plans to install EV supercharging stations in 600 parking spaces at public parks, beaches and recreational areas.
Twelve injured by falling debris in Abu Dhabi's Ajban area
Authorities confirmed on Friday that an incident reported earlier in Abu Dhabi's Ajban area resulted in injuries to 12 members of the public, ranging from minor to major.
EGA says Al Taweelah output could take a year to recover
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) said on Friday full restoration of primary aluminium production at its Al Taweelah site could take up to 12 months, following damage caused by recent missile and drone attacks.
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