Private sector workers in the UAE will get a day off on Thursday, August 12, on the occasion of the Islamic New Year (Hijri Year 1443).
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has declared it as a paid holiday.
It matches an earlier announcement made by the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) regarding public sector employees.
Sharjah Police recovers AED 500,000 in stolen goods in under 3 hours
Sharjah Police have recovered stolen goods worth around AED 500,000 in less than 3 hours after being alerted that a house of an athlete was burgled.
UAE launches annual award to honour changemakers
The UAE Year Of Award has been launched to honour individuals and institutions who create meaningful impact and strengthen a culture of community action to make each annual "UAE Year Of" theme into a lasting national legacy.
UAE welcomes Gaza agreement for Hamas disarmament
The UAE has welcomed an agreement announced by US President Donald Trump for Hamas to disarm and Israeli troops to withdraw in Gaza, calling it a significant milestone towards ending the conflict.
Sheikh Abdullah meets UK Foreign Secretary in London
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed ways to strengthen bilateral ties and boost cooperation across key sectors during talks with UK Foreign Secretary in London.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan attends GCC joint military drill in Bahrain
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai's Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has attended a GCCÂ joint military exercise at the start of his official visit in Bahrain.
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