Huda Ata

Special to Gulf News

Huda Ata is an independent writer based in the UAE.

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KHDA approves new rules for early childhood centres

It addresses a broad range of factors, including learning spaces and inclusion

The new guidelines call for careful design of learning environments and resources that are attuned to children’s developmental needs and reflective of their cultural and family contexts.

Sheikh Mohammed meets business leaders, dignitaries

Dubai's Ruler emphasises unity and prosperity in New Year address

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

UAE: Dh500–Dh20,000 fines for public space violations

Al Dhafra Municipality fines Dh500–Dh20,000 for violations of public space rules

Al Dhafra Municipality outlines fines soaring up to Dh20,000 for public space violations

Ex-manager ordered to pay Dh100k for diverting clients

Court rules Dh40,170 restitution plus Dh60,000 damages for financial misconduct.

Dh100,000 penalty for Abu Dhabi manager over business misconduct

Abu Dhabi Police issue motorcycle trailer safety rules

Safety alert highlights new rules for towing motorcycles on trailers.

Abu Dhabi Police campaign promotes safe winter travel on busy roads.

50 motorcycles must be returned, Dh295k paid: Court

Defendant failed to meet rental obligations under three leasing contracts

Rental company secured compensation after defendant’s contractual breach. [Illustrative image]

New Saudi rules ban certain names for public facilities

Government bodies must follow official categories and approval rules

Saudi Cabinet approves unified naming rules for facilities

UAE calls for stronger cybersecurity habits in 2026

Council calls for stronger online security practices in daily life

Public urged to secure devices, networks and personal data.

Man’s Dh3.15m cheque claim against brother rejected

Judges find cheque was not meant as payment but as a guarantee

Lawsuit dismissed after judges find cheque had no legal standing. [Illustrative image]

Driver faces fines after multi-car collision in Dubai

Negligence and expired registration cited as key factors in crash

Court found driver’s lack of attention caused multi-vehicle crash.

Dense fog blankets UAE, visibility low; drivers warned

Visibility drops sharply; motorists urged to drive cautiously

UAE weather: Low visibility in Abu Dhabi and Dubai as dense fog spreads across UAE

Saudi Arabia to build $2.7b government data centre

Hexagon Data Centre to transform Saudi Arabia's digital landscape

Saudi data centre

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