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.
Dubai private school enrolment up 4.6% for new academic year
Dubai's private schools saw 406,563 students enrolled for the 2026-27 academic year, marking an annual increase of 4.6 per cent, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) announced on Thursday.
UAE Attorney-General orders investigation of flydubai flight incident
UAE Attorney-General Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi has ordered the formation of a team from the Public Prosecution to investigate the incident involving flydubai flight FZ1073 on Wednesday.
KHDA to launch AI policy for Dubai schools in 2027
Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is developing a standardised policy that will set guidelines for the ethical use of AI in private schools, which will roll out in 2027.
UAE, Jordan discuss bilateral relations in Abu Dhabi
His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, welcomed Jordan Minister of Justice Dr. Bassam Samir Al-Talhouni in Abu Dhabi.
Flydubai suspends Israel flights amid FZ1073 incident investigation
Flydubai has announced the temporary suspension of all flights to and from Israel following the incident involving flight FZ1073 on September 30.
GCAA: Security incident involving flydubai flight brought under control
The UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) says a security incident involving flydubai flight FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv has been brought under control.
UAE condemns killing of oil tanker crew members off Somalia coast
The UAE has condemned the attack that caused the deaths and injuries of crew members from the hijacked oil products tanker MT Honour 25 off the coast of Somalia during an operation to free the vessel.
Flydubai issues update on flight FZ1073 diverted to Tabuk
Flydubai has provided an update on flight FZ 1073, which was travelling from Dubai (DXB) to Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) when it diverted to Tabuk Airport in Saudi Arabia on September 30.
Sheikh Abdullah enquires about wellbeing of passengers on flydubai flight
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed bilateral relations and regional developments during a phone call with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar.
UAE fuel prices to go up in October
Motorists in the UAE will be paying more at the pump in October, the UAE Fuel Price Committee confirmed on Wednesday.
UAE Customs foils bid to smuggle 16.2kg of drugs through border crossing
UAE Customs authorities have foiled an attempt to smuggle 16.2 kg of crystal methamphetamine into the country through a land border crossing.
UAE President, Dutch King discuss bilateral ties and regional developments
UAE President H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received a phone call from King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments.
Road upgrade boosts traffic flow in Dubai's Al Mizhar
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed a traffic expansion project in Al Mizhar 4, covering more than one kilometre from Tunis Street towards Amman Street.
flydubai flight from UAE to Israel diverted to Saudi Arabia following incident
A flydubai flight from Dubai to Israel's Ben Gurion airport was diverted to Saudi Arabia on Wednesday due to an incident.
Abu Dhabi-Fujairah route sees 150,000 passengers in first 3 months
Etihad Rail welcomed 150,000 passengers on its Abu Dhabi-Fujairah train routes during the first three months of launch, announced Executive Director of Commercial and Support Adhraa AlMansoori.
Etihad Rail opens Dubai, Sharjah stations
Etihad Rail has marked another milestone with the launch of two passenger stations - Dubai's Al Yalayis Station and Sharjah's Al Dhaid Station - on Wednesday.
UAE, Zambia Presidents discuss strengthening bilateral ties
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has looked into expanding cooperation in key sectors with Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema during his working visit to the UAE on Tuesday.
UAE condemns storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque courtyards
The UAE has strongly condemned the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque's courtyards by Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and settlers under the protection of Israeli police.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan reviews progress on Dubai Loop project
Work is progressing on the Dubai Loop passenger transport tunnel project, a major future mobility initiative designed to enhance connectivity in high-density urban areas.
UAE and Saudi Arabia reaffirm strong fraternal ties
His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has met with Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia.
Dubai's private schools saw 406,563 students enrolled for the 2026-27 academic year, marking an annual increase of 4.6 per cent, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) announced on Thursday.
UAE Attorney-General Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi has ordered the formation of a team from the Public Prosecution to investigate the incident involving flydubai flight FZ1073 on Wednesday.
Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is developing a standardised policy that will set guidelines for the ethical use of AI in private schools, which will roll out in 2027.
