The Charitable Society for Orphan Care in Riyadh, also known as Insan, transferred SR10.5 million ($2.8 million) to beneficiary families in early June, benefiting a total of 35 131 individuals. This initiative was reported by the Saudi Press Agency on Monday. The funds distributed included direct cash payments, allowances for clothing, and provisions for food....
The Office of Hajj Affairs for the United Arab Emirates has declared its full readiness for Hajj 2025, focusing on delivering the highest standards of service and care to Emirati pilgrims. This initiative aims to address all pilgrims’ needs with dedication and responsibility, aligning with the aspirations of the UAE’s leadership and the government’s strategic...
The UAE-based Sport Impact Summit is enhancing its support for the country’s new climate law by partnering with two artificial intelligence innovators. These collaborations aim to assist organizations in reducing emissions and expanding sustainability efforts. The Sport Impact Summit has formed strategic alliances with Scoreboard, an AI-powered emissions tracking platform, and Hum(AI)n Assets, an AI-driven...
The Sharjah Social Services Department (SSSD) has unveiled the “External Vehicle Service,” a new initiative that allows customers to complete various transactions without leaving their cars. This innovative service aims to enhance convenience and efficiency for residents. Customers can utilize this service to update bank cards, apply for assistance, update identification information, and obtain employment...
Individuals advertising on social media in the UAE will now be required to adhere to new regulations established by the UAE Media Council. This comprehensive system aims to foster public trust, safeguard audiences, and enhance the quality of online media content. Credit: WAM The UAE Media Council announced that it will provide support to content...
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) held an informative workshop in Dubai today focused on the ‘Rules for Determining Income Subject to Corporate Tax.’ This event is part of the FTA’s ongoing campaign aimed at raising awareness of corporate tax among various business sectors and taxpayers. The FTA’s initiative aims to educate eligible taxpayers about their...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to introduce a comprehensive age rating system for media content designed to protect children and adolescents from inappropriate material. This announcement was made by the UAE Media Council on Thursday. This initiative comes in response to the increasing consumption of digital content and is part of a larger...
Mansoor bin Mohammed, the Deputy Ruler of Dubai, has reviewed the operations of the Unified Anti-Crime Strategy (UASC) by the Dubai Police. This initiative aims to enhance predictive security measures and improve rapid response capabilities within the emirate. His Highness praised the efforts of the Dubai Police in implementing these operations effectively. During the review,...
The Abu Dhabi Childhood Authority (ECA) has introduced a new system aimed at improving the well-being of children in the emirate. This system, applicable to all children up to the age of 18, is designed to answer the critical question: how do we know if a child is thriving? By gathering data from various sectors,...
Abu Dhabi has strengthened its status as one of the world’s leading cities for quality of life, safety, and happiness, according to the latest findings from the fifth Quality of Life Survey conducted in 2024 by the Department of Community Development — Abu Dhabi (DCD). The survey revealed that an impressive 93.6% of residents feel...