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Sharjah Launches Standardized Testing in Private Schools The Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) has introduced a new initiative to elevate the quality of education across the emirate. This program invites all private schools in Sharjah to voluntarily participate in standardized testing for students. The initiative aims to evaluate student knowledge and skills, identify strengths and areas...

New Generation of UAE Astronauts to Train at NASA The United Arab Emirates and the United States have announced a major expansion of their partnership in space exploration. During a landmark visit by UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to the United States, it was confirmed that the next generation of Emirati astronauts will receive training at NASA’s renowned Johnson Space...

Uber and WeRide Partner to Introduce Robotaxi Service in the UAE Uber Technologies Inc. has announced the launch of a cutting-edge robotaxi service in the United Arab Emirates, in partnership with WeRide Inc., a Chinese company renowned for its expertise in autonomous vehicle technology. Starting this year, UAE residents will be able to book rides in driverless cars directly through the Uber app....

UAE Warns of Health Risks Associated with Kitchen Sponges Healthcare experts in the UAE have cautioned the public about the potential health risks of kitchen sponges. According to recent studies, these everyday kitchen items can become breeding grounds for harmful bacteria that can lead to various illnesses. Research conducted by scientists at the University of Sharjah has revealed that kitchen...

Dubai and Sharjah Residents Face Traffic Jams: Experts Suggest Solutions Residents of several areas in Dubai and Sharjah often experience heavy traffic congestion, particularly during peak hours. Limited road capacity, especially in the mornings, results in long traffic jams that significantly extend travel times. The most affected areas include Dubai Production City, Jumeirah Village Circle, and...

Sebastian Alvarez sets world record by jumping from helicopter onto artificial wave in Abu Dhabi Extreme athlete Sebastian Alvarez from the Red Bull team made a historic jump, setting a new world record. The Chilean jumped from a helicopter at an altitude of 3,657 meters and landed on an artificial wave of the Surf Abu Dhabi surf club, located on the island of Hudayriyat. The height of the wave on...