The UAE school reopening 2026 date is approaching, and parents have limited time to complete the practical preparations children need before returning to class. For public schools and private schools following the Ministry of Education curriculum, the 2026–27 academic year starts on August 31, 2026. But preparing for the new school year involves more than
Building owners in Abu Dhabi have been warned to ensure that all operational elevators have a valid Abu Dhabi elevator maintenance contract with an accredited maintenance company. The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority issued the warning, highlighting the importance of proper elevator maintenance and compliance with safety requirements. Owners who fail to meet the stated
If you’re planning to apply for a loan, credit card or car finance in the UAE, your credit score can play an important role. Banks and lenders use it to assess your creditworthiness along with factors such as income and existing financial obligations. Knowing your UAE credit score before applying for credit can help you
Dubai is introducing major changes to its shared housing rules, bringing room-sharing, bed spaces and other shared accommodation arrangements under a formal regulatory framework. Law No. (4) of 2026 is expected to take effect in late August, with strict requirements for landlords, operators and residents. The new Dubai shared housing law is designed to tackle
Parents planning Dubai school admission for 2026–27 will need to pay close attention to updated age requirements issued by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). The new KHDA age requirements for 2026–27 set out how children’s ages will be assessed when they enter Dubai’s education system for the first time. The updated rules are
UAE residents will soon be able to fly directly to Finland for the first time on Emirates, as the airline launches daily nonstop flights between Dubai and Helsinki from October 1, 2026. The new service marks Emirates‘ first destination in Finland and will become the only year-round direct air connection between the UAE and the
