UAE partners with Elon Musk’s Starlink to bring digital classrooms in 100 remote villages globally

[ad_1] UAE Partners with Starlink to Expand Global Digital Education Access The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a strategic global partnership with Starlink, the satellite internet service operated by SpaceX, aimed at transforming digital education access worldwide, especially for students in remote and underserved communities with limited or no reliable connectivity. The initiative, launched […]

What is Singapore-India-Gulf subsea cable system that UAE’s du is investing in for high data connectivity?

[ad_1] du to invest in the subsea fibre optic network that will link six key locations, with landing points in Kalba in the UAE, Muscat in Oman, Mumbai and Chennai in India, Kedah in Malaysia and Singapore. In a major step for the UAE’s digital infrastructure ambitions, telecom provider du has announced a strategic partnership […]

Ramadan 2026 iftar hiking trend: Why Muslims are opting to trek and break fast in UAE’s mountains, deserts

[ad_1] UAE Ramadan 2026: Iftar Hiking Trend Gains Popularity in Hajar Mountains and Deserts As Ramadan 2026 unfolds, a rising trend among residents of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is capturing attention: iftar hikes or organised group treks in the Hajar Mountains and desert landscapes where people break their fast together in nature’s calm, far […]

Ramadan 2026 working hours in the UAE: Philippine embassy in Abu Dhabi announces revised timings from Feb 19

[ad_1] Philippine Missions in UAE Cut Hours During Ramadan: Are Services Being Hindered? As the holy month of Ramadan 2026 approaches, with the crescent moon sighting expected around 19 February, embassies and government offices across the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have begun updating service schedules and working hours to accommodate shorter days and fasting practices. […]

3 jailed in Dubai Marina for hijacking mobile signals: How the SMS banking scam worked

[ad_1] Mobile Signal Scam in Dubai: Three Get Jail Term, Devices Confiscated Dubai authorities recently prosecuted and sentenced three Asian men for running a sophisticated mobile signal hijacking fraud that targeted unsuspecting residents in the Dubai Marina area. Each defendant received six months in prison for using jamming equipment to trick victims into connecting to […]

Renting to buying your first house in UAE 2026: 5 real estate trends home owners should focus on

[ad_1] UAE Property 2026: Is Now the Time for First-Time Buyers to Enter the Market? In 2026, the UAE’s property market is entering a new chapter of demand, innovation and opportunity and first-time home buyers are playing a big part in reshaping how residents approach property ownership. Once inclined to rent or invest secondarily, many […]

UAE astronomers issue safety warning ahead of Ramadan moon sighting on February 17 | World News

[ad_1] UAE astronomers warn against February 17 Ramadan moon sighting due to sun proximity risks/Representative Image Astronomers in the UAE have issued a safety advisory ahead of the expected Ramadan crescent sighting on Tuesday, February 17, warning the public against attempting to observe the moon using telescopes or binoculars due to serious eye safety risks.The […]

UAE updates foundation stage admission criteria for British Schools: Key changes explained | World News

[ad_1] UAE updates Foundation Stage admission rules for British curriculum schools from 2026–2027 academic year/Representative Image The Ministry of Education has updated enrolment age requirements for the Foundation Stage in private schools implementing the British curriculum, introducing new assessment provisions from the 2026–2027 academic year.The move follows the extension of the school admission age cut-off […]

UAE announces reduced working hours for public and private sector employees this Ramadan | World News

[ad_1] UAE reduces official working hours for public and private sector employees during Ramadan/Representative Image The UAE has announced reduced working hours for public and private sector employees during the holy month of Ramadan. Federal government working hours The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources confirmed the official working hours for ministries and federal entities […]