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.
No school fee increase in Dubai for next academic year
Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has confirmed there will be no increase in private school fees for the 2026-27 academic year.
UAE hails WHO resolution condemning attacks on civilians, health infrastructure
The UAE has welcomed the adoption of a new World Health Assembly resolution condemning attacks on civilians and critical infrastructure, including healthcare facilities.
Abu Dhabi confirms toll, parking changes for Eid holiday
Abu Dhabi's Q Mobility has announced Eid Al Adha holiday changes to tolls, parking and service centre operations across the emirate.
UAE welcomes IMO resolution on Strait of Hormuz safety
The UAE has welcomed a new resolution adopted by the International Maritime Organisation's (IMO) Maritime Safety Committee condemning threats to shipping safety in and around the Strait of Hormuz.
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