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[Editor’s Note: This article is part of Khaleej Times’ Schools and Parents, a dedicated section designed to support families in the UAE as they explore educational choices. The section offers explainers, guidance from education leaders, expert advice and insights from parents to help readers make informed decisions about schools, curricula and communities.] With schools across Dubai now back in session and the academic year entering its final stretch, many parents are already looking ahead to 2026–27 in order to plan family holidays, childcare arrangements and travel budgets well in advance. The UAE’s unified academic calendar, issued by the Ministry of Education…

ABU DHABI, 4th June, 2026 (WAM) — SAFEEN Drydocks, a shipbuilding, repair and maintenance company, has secured two major vessel construction contracts valued at AED1.3 Billion (US$354 million) in total, marking the largest awards secured by SAFEEN Drydocks to date and reinforcing the UAE’s growing position as a shipbuilding hub. SAFEEN Drydocks is a joint venture between AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS) and Premier Marine Engineering Services, operating within Noatum Maritime’s portfolio, as part of its broader offering of integrated maritime services. The first project includes the design and fabrication of four 140-metre multipurpose vessels for AD Ports Group, representing…

SHARJAH, 4th June, 2026 (WAM) — Over recent years, the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has translated the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, which prioritises environmental protection over urban expansion. In the coastal city of Kalba, this vision has been transformed into tourism and environmental projects that seek to redefine the relationship between hospitality and nature. Among the clearest examples is Kingfisher Retreat, part of the Sharjah Collection. Located within the mangrove reserve on Sharjah’s east coast, the retreat sits within a natural environment closely connected…

ABU DHABI, 5th June, 2026 (WAM) — As defending champions, UAE Team Emirates-XRG will head to the Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes with a squad packed to the rafters with climbing talent. Celebrating its 78th edition this year, the race formerly known as the Critérium du Dauphiné will welcome the Emirati squad and the WorldTour peloton on Sunday, 7 June. Running over eight stages through to Sunday, 14 June, the Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes presents one of the toughest climbing tests of the season, and serves as an ideal tune-up for those with an eye on the Tour de France. A prestigious scalp in its…

DUBAI, 4th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has reaffirmed that the Wage Protection System (WPS) remains one of the key pillars underpinning the stability of the UAE labour market, contributing to greater transparency, the protection of rights, and higher levels of compliance across the business environment. The Ministry explained that the WPS aims to ensure the timely payment of wages and strengthen confidence in the workplace, helping to minimise any potential impact on employment relationships or business continuity, while safeguarding workers’ rights and supporting the sustainable growth of the national labour market.…

ABU DHABI, 4th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Round 4 of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship (Gi) will begin tomorrow (Friday) at Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi, marking another important stage of the domestic season. The championship continues to play a key role in developing athletes and identifying emerging talent while strengthening Abu Dhabi’s position as a global hub for jiu-jitsu. Clubs enter the round looking to strengthen their standing in the overall rankings as competition intensifies and the season progresses. The championship provides athletes with valuable opportunities to gain experience, improve their abilities and prepare for…

With temperatures set to soar in the UAE this summer, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has confirmed that 40 air-conditioned rest areas are ready to serve delivery riders across the emirate. The facilities are located in Hessa Street, Al Khawaneej, Al Barsha, Al Satwa, Oud Maitha, Al Karama and Arjan. The rest area comes equipped with water dispensers, mobile phone charging stations, and dedicated parking spaces for delivery motorcycles. Depending on the location, each space can accommodate around 10 riders at a time. The rest area project was first announced by RTA in November 2023, with just three such…

Research company Sensor Tower recently released findings estimating that OpenAI’s ChatGPT had crossed 1 billion monthly active users (MAUs) on its app in May 2026. This news would make ChatGPT the fastest app in history to reach this number. In its State of Mobile Report 2026, Sensor Tower found ChatGPT beat the pace set by other popular apps including Google Maps, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube in hitting the 1 billion threshold, a milestone coming three years after launch. The number represents a win for OpenAI in the battle for AI chatbot supremacy, with ChatGPT competing with the likes of Anthropic’s…

Dubai International Airport announced it was carrying out enhancement works across Terminal 1. The airport alerted residents of some noise or temporary changes in certain areas due to the ongoing works. It assured teams were working to keep disruption to a minimum. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. This comes two days after DXB completed a major upgrade of the Terminal 1 bridge at Dubai International Airport, increasing capacity by 20 per cent during one of the airport’s busiest periods. The expansions took place as the bridge had reached its operational limits. Dubai…

ABU DHABI, 4th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The National Anti-Money Laundering and Combatting the Financing of Terrorism and Proliferation Financing Committee (NAMLCFTPC) announced the performance indicators of the UAE’s national AML/CFT/CPF framework for 2025, which were approved by the Higher Committee for Oversight of the National Strategy during its most recent meeting yesterday. The results demonstrate the UAE’s continued commitment to a risk-based and sustainable approach to addressing financial crime threats, enhancing the effectiveness of national efforts, strengthening coordination and integration, and supporting the national system’s ability to measure impact and continuously improve performance through accurate and up-to-date indicators.…