More needs to be done in the teaching of Arabic in the UAE. That’s according to experts present at the announcement of the opening of a new school in Dubai. GEMS Nations Academy in Al Barsha will open in September 2016 and cater to around 1,500 students. Tom Farquhar, CEO of GEMS Education, says Arabic teachers are doing their level best to train international students but there are hurdles.
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Two convicted in Al Ain for assaulting a petrol station employee
Al Ain Misdemeanour Court has convicted two individuals of assaulting a petrol station employee by force and violence while performing his duties following a dispute over cleaning a vehicle’s windscreen.
Abu Dhabi records first-ever Olive Ridley turtle nest
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has recorded the first-ever nesting of an Olive Ridley turtle in the emirate, marking a significant milestone for marine biodiversity in Abu Dhabi.
National University of Dubai appoints inaugural President
The National University of Dubai (NUD) has appointed internationally recognised higher education expert Victor Van der Chijs as its inaugural President, marking a key step in the development of Dubai’s flagship research university.
UAE takes action over social media post insulting Emirati women
The UAE’s National Media Authority has taken legal action against a resident over social media content that insulted Emirati women.
Sheikh Abdullah congratulates Colombian FM on appointment
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has congratulated Omar Bula Escobar on his appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs of Colombia.
Discover Abu Dhabi Festival takes Emirati culture to Moscow
The Discover Abu Dhabi Festival is bringing the culture, heritage and hospitality of the UAE capital to Moscow’s Manezhnaya Square, running from August 19 to 23.
UAE expresses solidarity with Central African Republic over mine collapse
The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Central African Republic over the victims of a mine collapse in Zamboye, which resulted in over 100 people being killed.
Dubai enhances worker wellbeing through community markets
Dubai Municipality has completed three integrated community markets for workers in Muhaisnah 2, Al Quoz Industrial Area 3 and Al Quoz 4, with a fourth market in Jebel Ali Industrial Area 1 set to open soon.
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