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Sharjah Ruler announces new art university, appoints daughter Sheikha Hoor as president

Sheikha Hoor bint Sultan Al Qasimi will serve as the institution's president

New Friday prayer time: Dubai schools review schedules, 'not in favour' of classes online

Education regulator KHDA has begun gathering insights directly from schools to find a unified solution

UAE: Festive week begins in Indian schools as some students prepare for CBSE exams

With over 100 CBSE-affiliated schools in the Emirates, teachers are balancing field trips, rest, end-of-term celebrations and revision to keep academic momentum alive

UAE ministry withdraws recognition for Midocean University after discovering major violations

The review uncovered fundamental violations in the operational mechanisms, controls for delivering academic programmes, adherence to national standards

UAE: RAK private schools see major upgrades with improved curriculum, higher ratings

Schools now participate in wide-ranging activities covering computing, sports, literature, and art to help students uncover individual strengths and build confidence

UAE schools warn long winter break could lead to ‘learning regression’

Principals emphasised that rest is essential, but also warned that a complete academic shutdown can leave pupils playing catch-up when they return to class on January 5

Inside Dubai nurseries where kids are turning into confident, curious learners

At the heart of the KHDA's new initiative is the idea of the “Dubai Child” — a young learner who is capable, curious, and deeply connected to their culture

Partner Content: UAE grade 11 student achieves a perfect 1600 SAT score in first attempt

Saisha Sanaka’s rapid rise from 1350 to 1600 reflects exceptional commitment and effective mentorship

UAE schools warn against missing days between Eid Al Etihad and winter break

The academic calendar runs until December 5 — just for three days after the National day holiday, tempting families to wrap up school term a few days early

UAE: Zayed University prepares students for jobs from their first year

As part of their Workplace Readiness course, the university partnered with Khaleej Times for an initiative to bridge academic learning with practical experience

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Sharjah Ruler announces new art university, appoints daughter Sheikha Hoor as president

New Friday prayer time: Dubai schools review schedules, 'not in favour' of classes online

UAE: Festive week begins in Indian schools as some students prepare for CBSE exams

UAE ministry withdraws recognition for Midocean University after discovering major violations

UAE: RAK private schools see major upgrades with improved curriculum, higher ratings

UAE schools warn long winter break could lead to ‘learning regression’

Inside Dubai nurseries where kids are turning into confident, curious learners

Partner Content: UAE grade 11 student achieves a perfect 1600 SAT score in first attempt

UAE schools warn against missing days between Eid Al Etihad and winter break

UAE: Zayed University prepares students for jobs from their first year

King’s College Hospital Dubai performs first Mini-SCOUT® wire-free breast surgery outside the US

Depression: How long can you stay on antidepressants?

How the India-Oman FTA will redefine a strategic partnership

Philippines says fishermen hurt, boats damaged as China fired water cannon

Islamabad puts drivers on notice as smog crisis worsens

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