A practical guide for parents navigating the UAE education system, covering school selection, curricula, fees, admissions, neighbourhoods and school commutes to help families make informed decisions.

Three Indian students, including two women and one man, have died in a fire in Germany, according to the Indian Embassy in Berlin. Investigations into the incident are underway.

DIFC Courts are introducing digital credentials that allow court orders and hearing records to be verified worldwide within seconds, helping confirm their authenticity and integrity without revealing confidential case details.

Two Emirati women, Mariam Almansoori and Abeer Al Louz, have transformed their professional careers into inspiring journeys through food. One is preserving Emirati culinary traditions through restaurants, while the other uses cooking workshops to promote inclusion, wellbeing and social impact.

Dubai's Al Satwa Roundabout has been converted into a traffic signal-controlled intersection, with journey times reportedly reduced by 50%. The project aims to improve traffic flow and access to Sheikh Zayed Road and nearby areas.

Mediclinic Middle East will participate as a strategic partner at the Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit 2026 from October 20 to 22. The programme will highlight healthcare innovation, artificial intelligence, digital health, precision medicine and preventive care.

UAE schools are preparing to welcome students back on October 19 after the October half-term break. School leaders advise parents to restore daily routines, support revision and help children manage assessment anxiety without unnecessary pressure.

A senior UAE diplomatic expert has called for an integrated air and missile defence system among GCC countries to improve threat detection, intelligence sharing and coordinated responses to missile and drone attacks.

Schengen visa appointment delays of up to two months are prompting UAE residents to explore alternative destinations for National Day holidays. Countries including Georgia, Armenia, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia and Sri Lanka are attracting interest due to more convenient visa options and short holiday packages.

Qitaf Holding and Japan’s Global Academy have signed an agreement to develop a large-scale aquaculture project in Abu Dhabi. The project aims to produce 30,000 tonnes of seafood annually, strengthen local production, reduce import dependence and support the UAE’s food security goals.