Nearly 70 per cent of UAE students use social media for five hours or more every day.
The figure was revealed by researchers at the Canadian University Dubai.
The study also found that social media can be a factor in mental health disorders.
The researchers behind the study have emphasized the importance of limiting usage especially for younger kids.
Air defences respond to incoming missile, drone threat on Tuesday
The UAE says it is continuing to respond to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran, with an alert issued by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) on Tuesday at 12.05 a.m.
UAE extends distance learning for schools until April 17
The UAE has extended distance learning across all schools until Friday, April 17, to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students and staff.
Dubai's RTA launches driverless taxis in Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) launched commercial operations of autonomous taxis in Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah on Monday, in partnership with Apollo Go and WeRide.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan approves AED1 bn support for Dubai businesses
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and UAE Deputy Prime Minister, on Monday announced that the Executive Council has approved an AED 1 billion support package for Dubai’s business sector.
UAE President discusses regional developments with European Council chief
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has discussed the impact of the ongoing military escalation on the global economy during a call with European Council chief António Costa.
UAE intercepts 11 ballistic missiles, 27 drones on Monday
UAE air defences intercepted 11 ballistic missiles and 27 drones launched from Iran on Monday, the Ministry of Defence said.
Sheikh Sultan establishes Sharjah Space and Astronomy Complex
Sharjah Space and Astronomy Complex will be established under a new decree issued by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah.
Dubai Police return over 171,000 lost items to owners in 2025
Dubai Police have successfully returned as many as 171,490 lost items to its rightful owners in the year 2025.
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