New app lets parents track school buses in Sharjah

Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) has launched a new app that allows parents to track their children’s school buses. Parents of students from 122 private schools in Sharjah can download the app titled ‘Your children are safe’. However, it doesn’t just benefit parents and guardians. In addition to recording student attendance, Ali Al Hosani, a … Read more

Umrah visa applications are open today in Saudi Arabia: How to apply, Covid vaccine rules; everything you need to know

Umrah visa applications: The Ministry of Haj and Umrah has opened applications for Umrah visas. Beginning Thursday, 14 July, international pilgrims will be able to apply. The visa requirements can be found at http://haj.gov.sa/ar/InternalPages/Umrah. Rules for Covid-19 In preparation for the Umrah season, starting on July 30, authorities will ensure health measures are in place … Read more

When is the next UAE public holiday in 2022? Details here

The next UAE public holiday will be in December After that whopping four-day break, it’s time to return to work. However, we wouldn’t blame you if your mind starts to wonder ‘when is the next public holiday?’. Under the direction of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, the UAE Cabinet announced the UAE public holidays for … Read more

In response to the prime minister’s resignation, Sri Lankan protesters set his house on fire

Sri Lanka protest-On Saturday, the biggest day of angry demonstrations in Sri Lanka, crowds stormed the president’s home and office after the prime minister said he would resign. Earlier, the prime minister said he would resign when a new government is formed. On Saturday evening, protesters forced their way into the Colombo home of Prime … Read more

Timings for Eid Al Adha in the UAE for 2022

Eid Al Adha Prayer Timings-It has been announced when the special Eid Al Adha prayers will take place. In mosques and open-air places of worship called musallahs across the UAE, Muslims will offer the prayer on July 9. Abu Dhabi City: 5.57am The time in Al Ain is 5:51am It is 6:02am in Madinat Zayed … Read more