Residents enjoy the first iftar of the holy month of Ramadan at the Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque, popularly known as the
Blue Mosque, in Dubai.

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Who is exempt from Ramadan work hour cuts?

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Faithful perform the prayers after Iftar on the first day of holy month of Ramadan at Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque (Blue Mosque) in Dubai.

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Canon firing at Sheikh Zayed Masjid in Abu Dhabi on the first day of Holy month of Ramadan.

What is Hag Al Laila and why is it celebrated in UAE?

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Hag Al Laila is a traditional Emirati celebration held before Ramadan. Here’s what it means, when it’s celebrated and how families mark the occasion.

Is UAE notice pay based on the labour card or contract?

Here’s what happens if an employer or employee fails to serve the full notice period

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Ask Gulf News: How to volunteer for Ramadan in the UAE

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Volunteers distributing Iftar meals to motorists at a Ramadan initiative by from Al Ihsan Charity Association at a traffic signal near City Walk in Dubai (Picture used for illustrative purposes)

When is Disneyland Abu Dhabi expected to open?

Disney’s theme park in UAE: Opening timeline, location, design and features

The Disneyland Abu Dhabi theme park will become Disney’s seventh theme park destination globally, joining its existing locations in California, Florida, Tokyo, Paris, Hong Kong and Shanghai.

Are CVs losing relevance in the UAE job market?

Experts explain why UAE employers are shifting to skills-based hiring instead

UAE employers are increasingly prioritising skills over CVs. Recruiters explain how hiring is changing and what jobseekers need to know.

Can an unpaid fine stop you from leaving the UAE?

Civil and criminal travel bans - what causes them and the legal steps to lift a ban

Unpaid debts, bounced cheques, or serious traffic offences can lead to travel bans, know the legal differences and how to get them lifted.

How to attest foreign certificates in the UAE

Fees, requirements and process for online document attestation in the UAE

Foreign certificates must be attested before they can be used in the UAE.

Do Salik toll timings change during Ramadan?

Find out how Ramadan affects Salik tolls, parking hours and work schedules

Residents enjoy the first iftar of the holy month of Ramadan at the Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque, popularly known as the Blue Mosque, in Dubai (from March 1, 2025).

What is Isra Wal Miraj? Is it a public holiday in UAE?

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