The UAE has unveiled its new 2025–2026 academic calendar, giving students across the country 135 days off during the year. With 178 instructional days, the schedule reflects a strategic balance between academics and much-needed downtime, while also making it easier for families to plan ahead.
Bitcoin recently surged to an all-time high above $124,000, driven by US policy shifts, institutional buying, and optimistic Fed rate-cut expectations—watershed moment for UAE investors keeping tabs on digital assets.
Read MoreThe UAE has extended the renewal window for passports—citizens can now initiate the renewal process up to 12 months before the current passport expires, offering more flexibility and removing stressful last-minute hassles.
Read MoreWith gold prices holding firm and volatility rising in other asset classes, many UAE investors are turning to digital gold platforms as a secure, flexible, and low-cost way to own gold—without ever holding a physical coin or bar.
Read MoreIf you're an Indian expat living in the UAE with rental income, capital gains, or other earnings sourced in India, the 2025 Income Tax (No. 2) Bill brings key changes—new tax slabs, simplified rules, better compliance, and more clarity on how you file your ITR (Income Tax Return).
Read MoreAI chatbots like ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and Elon Musk’s Grok are reshaping how people work, learn, and communicate. For UAE users navigating productivity, creativity, or staying updated, here’s a clear breakdown of which platform may fit your needs best.
Read MoreA growing number of MBA and business graduates are turning away from traditional destinations like Europe, the U.S., and Asia, instead finding greater opportunities in the UAE and Gulf region. Strong job growth, tax-free salaries, and fast career progression are among the top reasons fueling this shift.
Read MoreTraveling to the UAE with prescription or controlled medicines requires strict compliance with local laws to avoid legal complications. The UAE’s Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has set clear rules on documentation, approvals, and permitted quantities to ensure passenger safety and prevent drug misuse.
Read MoreThe UAE Ministry of Education has released the official Dubai school calendar for 2025–2026, detailing term dates, holidays, and new mid-term breaks. The unified schedule applies to public and private schools, aiming to improve student well-being and make family planning easier.
Read MoreHeading from India to the UAE? Familiar delicacies and necessary medications may be barred at the border. Here’s what you must check before you pack to avoid delays or confiscation upon arrival.
Read MoreDubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) now requires all private schools to share a School Fees Fact Sheet before each school year—giving parents clarity by outlining every mandatory, additional, and optional fee involved in educating their children.
Read MoreStarting in the 2025–2026 academic year, UAE schools will introduce cybersecurity education from Grade 1 through Grade 12—an essential addition aimed at equipping children with digital awareness, safety practices, and future-ready skills.
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