UAE from Friday, February 21st, 2025

Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has introduced a new policy to enhance Arabic language education in early childhood.

Tawazun Council, the UAE's defence and security acquisitions authority, announced 15 new deals worth AED 1.43 billion with local and international companies on the final day of IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions in Abu Dhabi.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the Fathers' Endowment campaign ahead of the holy month of Ramadan.

Dubai Police have summoned a motorcyclist for performing dangerous stunts at speeds exceeding 300 km/h on two separate bikes.

Five convoys carrying humanitarian aid from the UAE have crossed into Gaza this week through the Rafah border crossing as part of the country's efforts to support the Palestinian people under "Operation Chivalrous Knight 3".

5,000 food parcels across the UAE are being distributed by the International Charity Organisation as part of its 2025 Ramadan campaign to support low-income families.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will begin a state visit to Italy on Monday, February 24.

Organisers of the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge are warning motorists of road closures on Saturday and Sunday, as riders gear up for the annual 92km main race and the smaller 35km and 12km events.