Eid Al Fitr holidays have been announced for the public sector in the UAE.
In a Tweet, the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) said that government employees will be off from 29th day of Ramadan (Saturday, April 30) until Shawwal 3.
This means that the holidays will run until Tuesday, May 3, or Wednesday, May 4, depending on when the crescent moon is sighted.
UAE President declares January 7 as Zayed the Founder Day
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has declared January 7 as the new annual national occasion, Zayed the Founder Day, dedicated to celebrating the UAE’s Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan's "enduring legacy" and carrying his values forward.
Sharjah announces temporary closure of beaches
Sharjah has temporarily closed the city’s beaches as a precaution against possible marine pollution from a recent oil spill involving a tanker.
Sheikha Latifa to lead high-level delegation to South Korea
Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, will begin an official visit to South Korea tomorrow, leading a high-level delegation of government leaders and officials.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed honoured with Dubai-it Award
Dubai is recognising the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum in transforming the emirate into one of the world’s leading aviation hubs.
