ABU DHABI / WAM The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has approved the academic calendar for higher education institutions (HEIs) for the next three years: 2026-2027, 2027-2028 and 2028-2029. The decision was issued in line with the directives of the Education, Human Development and Community Development Council and supports the unification of the academic calendar across schools …
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ABU DHABI / WAM Etihad Airways on Tuesday reported its strongest full-year financial and operational performance on record, marking its fourth consecutive year of profitability. The strong operating performance and unit cost discipline resulted in a profit after tax of AED2.6 billion (US$698 million), up 47 percent year-on-year, with profit margin improving to 8.4 percent (+1.5pp year-on-year). This is equivalent …
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ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Alar Karis of Estonia on the occasion of his country’s Independence Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice …
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ABU DHABI/GULF TIME This Ramadan, Yas Plaza Hotels welcomes guests to Al Noor, an outdoor Iftar dining experience on Yas Island, designed for easy evenings and shared moments at sunset. Set within Central Plaza, Al Noor offers a relaxed yet atmospheric setting where familiar Ramadan flavours meet live cooking and warm hospitality under the night sky. Begin with traditional Ramadan …
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ABU DHABI / WAM ne’ma, the National Food Loss and Waste Initiative, has announced the expansion of its ‘Valuing Our Roots’ campaign for Ramadan 2026, marking the most significant geographic and operational rollout of its food rescue programme since its inception. In a major step toward high-capacity national redistribution, ne’ma will operate simultaneously across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Al Ain, Sharjah, …
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DUBAI/GULF TIME Flayva, the vibrant street food hall at Al Ghurair Centre, is proud to announce its participation in the city-wide Season of Wulfa initiative throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan. Embracing the spirit of unity, Flayva has curated a programme designed to strengthen social bonds through shared meals, charitable giving, and family-focused celebrations. At the heart of this season’s …
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ABU DHABI/WAM His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has chaired a meeting of the Ministerial Development Council at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi to review the implementation of various government policies and programmes. The Council discussed several proposed projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency across multiple …
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ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory cable to Rob Jetten on the occasion of his swearing-in as Prime Minister of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, …
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ABU DHABI / GULF TIME Al Ain Zoo, one of the largest zoos in the Middle East, welcomes guests during the holy month of Ramadan with adjusted opening hours from 2:00pm to 10:00pm daily, offering special family friendly activities, delicious traditional food and limited time animal themed play areas for children. Whether visiting in the afternoon or the evening, guests …
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ABU DHABI / WAM Zayed Authority for People of Determination signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mediclinic Middle East to provide comprehensive cochlear implant services for People of Determination, as part of the Authority’s efforts to strengthen strategic partnerships with leading healthcare institutions and enhance specialised therapeutic and rehabilitation services in line with the highest international medical standards. The …
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