Author: Editorial team

DUBAI, 30th April, 2026 (WAM) — Mashreq Bank recorded a net profit after tax of AED1.927 billion during the first quarter of 2026, compared to AED1.792 billion in the same period of 2025, reflecting a growth of 8 percent year-on-year, while net profit before tax reached AED2.28 billion, marking a 9 percent increase year-on-year. According to a statement issued today, the bank recorded revenues of AED3.426 billion during the first quarter of the current year, compared to AED3.12 billion in the corresponding period last year, representing a growth of 10 percent. Total assets reached AED344.305 billion by the end of…

ABU DHABI, 30 April (WAM)– H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has received Jean-Noël Barrot, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of the French Republic, to discuss overall regional developments. During the meeting, the two top diplomats reviewed the repercussions of Iran’s unprovoked and terrorist missile attacks that targeted the UAE and a number of brotherly and friendly countries on regional and international peace and security, as well as on international maritime security, energy supplies and the global economy. The French minister reaffirmed his country’s solidarity with the UAE and its…

Followers of Dubai Crown Prince, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, on X, are more used to tweets from him announcing major projects, new milestones on the emirate’s path to being the best city in the world to live in, or glimpses of his personal life. On Thursday, April 30, 2026, a brief but powerful message was conveyed by the UAE royal through the social media platform. “The soul of Dubai is found in its people,” Sheikh Hamdan, who also serves as UAE’s Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, said in the…

As students across Dubai juggle a mix of in-person and remote learning after a prolonged stretch of online classes, the transition has brought its own set of challenges, particularly when it comes to rebuilding social connections and a sense of routine. For 16-year-old Dubai student Mehrin Shiras, the changing state of affairs highlighted a gap that needed to be filled. As a result, the Year 12 student and Head Girl at Repton Dubai launched ‘The Third Space’, a student-led initiative offering free creative sessions for children struggling with the loss of routine, social interaction and a sense of belonging. “The…

WASHINGTON, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) — Apple on Thursday forecast sales that beat expectations, even as it said it expected to continue to face chip supply constraints, sending shares up more than 3%. Apple executives said they expect sales growth of 14% to 17% in the current fiscal third quarter, which was above Wall Street estimates of 9.5% growth to $102.93 billion, according to data from LSEG. Apple reported better-than-expected second-quarter results, with customers showing eagerness to buy a new MacBook model, according to Reuters. Apple said sales and profits were $111.18 billion and $2.01 per ​share for the fiscal…

SHARJAH, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE’s fisheries and fishing sector is witnessing a new expansion of the “SFS Fisheries” system, the first digital platform of its kind at the national and regional levels, specialised in tracking and documenting fish landings and the origin of local catch. This comes as Fujairah has become the latest emirate to adopt SFS Fisheries, the country’s first integrated digital platform for tracking fishing operations and verifying the origin of local catch. The expansion builds on the system’s initial deployment in Sharjah and signals a broader national shift toward transparency, efficiency, and long-term resource…

ABU DHABI, 30th April, 2026 (WAM) — Sana bint Mohammed Suhail, Minister of Family,has affirmed that mass weddings are not merely celebrations but a meaningful start to stable family life, easing financial burdens on young people and reinforcing social cohesion. Her remarks came during a mass wedding organised by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security for its employees and their sons, with participation of 60 grooms, under the Year of the Family 2026 initiative. Source: Emirates News Agency

“Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has honoured the winners of the Erth Dubai Awards, which celebrate the emirate’s identity, heritage and aim at the preservation of collective memory. Announced by Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum over 12 months ago, Erth Dubai is considered one of the largest awards dedicated to cultural and social documentation. The announcement of the winners’ names was made at Dubai’s Museum of the Future. Dubai Crown Prince, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, shared photos from the event on his X account. “Across platforms, there were more than 14 million…

UAE residents who may qualify for newly approved oral obesity pills such as Foundayo (orforglipron) and Wegovy — which are expected to enter the market soon — may face a question: will my insurance pay for it? Industry experts said that the answer is not clear yet. While Foundayo has been approved by the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE), insurance experts said regulatory approval does not mean a medicine is added to insurance coverage. Decisions on whether the treatment will be covered and under what conditions, are expected to be assessed. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT…

[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] The UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Mofa) has announced on Thursday, April 30, a travel ban on UAE nationals traveling to Iran, Lebanon and Iraq in light of current regional developments. It further callen on UAE nationals who are currently in these countries to expedite their immediate return to the UAE. The decision comes as part of the UAE’s commitment to monitoring the wellbeing of its nationals abroad and ensuring their safety. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs underscored the importance of adhering to…