UAE school photo ban: Parents and educators back children’s privacy safeguards
Educators highlight risks of sharing children’s images without permission Dubai: Parents taking photographs or videos of children on school premises without consent could face fines of up to Dh500,000 under UAE privacy laws if a complaint is raised…
UAE skies to light up with up to 20 shooting stars an hour as meteor shower peaks
Halley’s Comet debris will light up UAE skies, but bright moonlight may limit the display Dubai: Residents across the UAE could witness up to 20 meteors an hour on Wednesday night as the Orionid meteor shower reaches its annual peak, with glowing…
Nature doesn’t have to be green to help us unwind
The Gulf’s native landscapes invite us to slow down and connect with where we live Most of us assume that if you sat someone down in total quiet, with nothing to do and nowhere to be, they would eventually relax. A 2014 study led by psychologist Timothy…
Nearly 1,000 children receive specialised medical care in Abu Dhabi
Partnership with US hospital helps families access advanced paediatric treatment locally Collaboration with Cincinnati Children’s helps reduce need for overseas treatment.Supplied A total of 969 children received specialised medical care in Abu…
UAE targets 50 per cent local crop production, Sharjah diverts 93 per cent of waste from landfills
Sharjah says it diverts 93 per cent of waste from landfills, with plans to double capacity Sharjah: The UAE plans to produce half of its crops locally as part of efforts to strengthen food security, while Sharjah is preparing to double the capacity…
Louvre Abu Dhabi: A universal museum bridging cultures and time
Discovering art and tranquility at Louvre Abu Dhabi The Louvre Abu Dhabi.Supplied Abu Dhabi: Ahmed Jamal Omar Alyafai had meant to sit for five minutes. His feet hurt after hours of showing a friend around, and in one of the quieter rooms there was a…
ADIPEC 2026 in Abu Dhabi to attract 239,000 visitors from 170 countries
ADIPEC 2026 will feature a strong presence of leading energy and industrial companies ADIPEC 2026 will spotlight the Middle East’s distinctive role in strengthening global energy security, attracting investment and supporting industrial development,…
My Abu Dhabi: A European expat mum on why the emirate is one of the most family-friendly places she’s lived
Why this European family finds Abu Dhabi safer, calmer and more kid-friendly Supplied Dubai: When German-Portuguese expat Yasmine Haak-Islow moved to Abu Dhabi two years ago with her husband and three kids, she wasn’t sure the city would feel like…
Planning to jet ski in Dubai? Here’s what you need to know
Know the zones, rules and fines before you hit Dubai’s waters Dubai: Dubai’s coastline, from the Jumeirah beaches to the Palm and Dubai Marina, has made jet skiing one of the most popular water sports for residents and tourists. It’s a rush…