UAE to Honour 32 Million Students During the 9th Edition of the Arab Reading Challenge

The UAE will host a ceremony next Thursday to celebrate the achievements of 32 million students from 132,000 schools across the Arab world participating in the 9th edition of the Arab Reading Challenge. Launched by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in 2015, the initiative encourages students from grades 1 to 12 to read and summarise at least 50 books … Read more

UAE Schools Resume After Mid-Term Break, Begin Intensive Exam Preparation

Schools across the UAE reopened on Monday following the mid-term break from October 13 to 19. As students return, education authorities and school administrations are kicking off a focused phase of exam preparation ahead of end-of-semester assessments scheduled in December. Teachers and school leaders will accelerate teaching schedules, prioritise strengthening students’ skills and closing learning … Read more

Abu Dhabi’s Zayed National Museum Set to Open December 3 2025 in Saadiyat Cultural District

Abu Dhabi’s long-awaited Zayed National Museum, the UAE’s national institution dedicated to the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, is officially scheduled to open to the public on 3 December 2025 in the Saadiyat Cultural District. Key Facts & Features What It Means for Visitors & the Region What We’re Still Waiting For / … Read more

Abu Dhabi Tightens Oversight on Legal, Tax and Corporate Service Providers

Abu Dhabi’s regulatory framework for professional service firms is undergoing a significant overhaul with the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) Registration Authority issuing fresh regulations aimed at raising licensing, governance and conduct standards for legal, tax and company service providers. What’s Changing Key aspects of the new regulatory regime include: Why It Matters Implications for … Read more

UAE’s Largest Data Centre to Be Managed by AI After Strategic Deal Between Presight & Khazna

Dubai — The UAE is setting a new benchmark in data-centre infrastructure management following a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Presight AI and Khazna Data Centers to deploy an artificial-intelligence-driven operations platform across Khazna’s network of 30 data-centres in the UAE. Key elements of the deal Implications and context What to watch next If you’d … Read more

Singapore’s MHA rejects attempts by Malaysia’s PAS to influence local elections

Singapore’s (MHA) has issued a strong rebuttal of statements from (PAS), saying that foreign entities should not tell Singaporeans how to vote — especially by appealing to racial or religious identities. The MHA noted that during the country’s , certain officials from PAS had made public remarks supporting particular opposition candidates. One PAS leader praised … Read more

Dubai RTA evaluates , advances next-generation mobility roll-out

Dubai’s (RTA) has launched a comprehensive technical and economic review of the the underground transit network being co-developed with . The project, known as Dubai Loop, is being positioned as a key component of the emirate’s future mobility architecture. Key facets of the review and mobility strategy Implications and strategic context Outlook for residents and … Read more