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.
UAE pledges $500m in humanitarian aid for Sudan at US donors’ conference
The United Arab Emirates has pledged $500 million in humanitarian assistance for Sudan, as international efforts continue to address the worsening crisis caused by the country’s ongoing civil war.
Dubai to launch self-driving pod network
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled an autonomous electric transit system that officials say could transform urban travel and help ease congestion across the emirate.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan announces Museum of the Future biodiversity lab
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence, has announced a new Life and Biodiversity Laboratory, as part of efforts to promote conservation science and protect species from extinction.
Dubai agrees partnership to develop underground transport network
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), on the sidelines of the World Governments Summit on Tuesday, signed a partnership with the US-based The Boring Company to begin work on a new underground passenger transport system known as the Dubai Loop.
UAE leaders welcome guests to World Governments Summit 2026
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led messages welcoming guests to the World Governments Summit 2026, running from February 3 - 5 under the theme ‘Shaping Future Governments’.
Hazza bin Zayed reviews plans for cultural, tourism projects in Al Ain
His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, has reviewed key cultural and tourism development plans for the area, including upgrades to existing heritage sites and new leisure projects planned for the coming years.
UAE, Swiss Presidents discuss deeper economic, AI ties
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamad bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held talks in Abu Dhabi with the Swiss President, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, with a focus on the economy, investment and advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence.
UAE dismisses claims of taking over Gaza administration
The UAE has denied false and unfounded claims that it would assume civilian administration of Gaza.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed discusses cooperation with IMF chief
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has explored ways to strengthen cooperation with Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed holds talks with Prime Ministers of Bhutan, Latvia
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has held separate talks with Prime Ministers of Bhutan and Latvia on the preliminary day of the World Governments Summit.
Sheikh Abdullah reviews Gaza Peace Plan with Egypt's Abdelatty
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has reviewed development plans in the Gaza Strip during talks with his Egyptian counterpart Dr. Badr Abdelatty in Abu Dhabi.
UAE-Azerbaijan talks focus on development, strategic ties
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has met with Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev to review bilateral ties and explore ways to expand cooperation.
UAE media delegation tours Kuwait’s Ministry of Information
A UAE media delegation has visited Kuwait’s Ministry of Information as part of an official programme organised by the Dubai Press Club.
Dubai Press Club organises 'UAE–Kuwait Media Celebration'
The Dubai Press Club has hosted the "UAE–Kuwait Media Celebration" as part of a programme highlighting the strong fraternal ties and close cooperation between the two nations.
UAE leaders inaugurate World Laureates Summit
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, inaugurated the World Laureates Summit on Sunday.
UAE leaders send condolences to Pakistan president over terror attacks
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a cable of condolence to Pakistan's President Asif Ali Zardari, on the terrorist attacks in the province of Balochistan that caused a number of deaths.
UAE President meets IMF chief ahead of World Governments Summit
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), on Sunday, to discuss cooperation with a focus on sustainable development and global economic growth.
UAE President honours Mohammad Al Gergawi with Order of the Union
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has awarded the Order of the Union to Mohammad Al Gergawi in recognition of his long-standing service and contributions to government work.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan approves Umm Suqeim Beach master plan
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai has approved a AED500 million development plan to transform Umm Suqeim Beach into a major new public waterfront destination.
UAE FM condemns Israel’s repeated violations of ceasefire in Gaza
The UAE's Foreign Minister joined with the Foreign Ministers of Türkiye, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, on Sunday, to strongly condemn Israel’s repeated violations of the ceasefire in Gaza which have resulted in the killing, and injuring of more than a thousand Palestinians.
The United Arab Emirates has pledged $500 million in humanitarian assistance for Sudan, as international efforts continue to address the worsening crisis caused by the country’s ongoing civil war.
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled an autonomous electric transit system that officials say could transform urban travel and help ease congestion across the emirate.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence, has announced a new Life and Biodiversity Laboratory, as part of efforts to promote conservation science and protect species from extinction.
