Author: Editorial team
Residents in Abu Dhabi have been warned about a surge in fake social media accounts and messages aimed at defrauding the public and stealing personal data. Abu Dhabi Police on Saturday (April 25) said these accounts promote a wide range of scams, including fake concert tickets, bogus residency visa services, misleading domestic worker recruitment offers, and unauthorised insurance products. Some also advertise seized vehicles at unrealistically low prices or request personal information under the pretext of parcel tracking or delivery. The authority added that scammers are also luring victims into illegal investment schemes and promoting non-existent real estate projects to…
In times of sustained uncertainty, it is entirely human to feel unsettled, anxious, or unlike yourself. The constant shifts, the loss of predictability, and the sense that familiar structures are no longer fully reliable can create a persistent unease. Some people notice waves of fear, while others feel restless or heightened. These responses are not signs of dysfunction. They are your nervous system adapting. From a neurological perspective, when the brain perceives unpredictability as a potential threat, stress systems become more active. This can lead to heightened alertness, difficulty relaxing, and fluctuating emotional states. At times, this state can sharpen…
SHARJAH, 25th April, 2026 (WAM) — Under the directives of H.H. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa), the Centre has launched its Entrepreneurs Resilience Fund. A fast-tracked financial, operational, and marketing support for Sharjah-based startups and SMEs, the fund enables founders to navigate current market dynamics with resilience and sustain their operations with confidence. It supports businesses in key sectors, including manufacturing, food security, and healthcare, which play an important role in maintaining economic stability. The Fund is aligned with the “Proud of UAE” campaign, contributing to broader efforts to support business continuity…
AL AIN, 25th April, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has achieved a new academic milestone, ranking first in the UAE, third in the GCC, and 55th in Asia according to the 2026 THE Asia University Rankings. This accomplishment reflects the University’s strong position as a leading national institution contributing to the future of higher education, research, and innovation. Zaki Anwar Nusseibeh, Cultural Advisor to the UAE President and Chancellor of United Arab Emirates University, affirmed that this achievement represents the result of a longstanding journey since the University’s establishment as the first comprehensive national university in…
More than 2,700 people from 91 nationalities embraced Islam in the first quarter of 2026, the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD) announced. According to the department, the Mohammed bin Rashid Centre for Islamic Culture also organised around 390 courses, lectures and seminars during the period, benefiting nearly 1,400 participants across diverse segments of society. IACAD noted that the figures highlight the expanding role of the centre in promoting cultural understanding and awareness, with programmes designed to encourage dialogue, mutual respect and shared values within the community. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…
There’s a certain kind of audacity that has always defined Jacob & Co. The maison is no stranger to spectacle, but beneath that affinity for theatre lies a deep, instinctive refusal to accept limits. When Jacob Arabo began his journey four decades ago, he wasn’t simply setting diamonds into jewellery; he was asking what else they could become. That question has come to shape a house where gem-setting and watchmaking don’t just coexist — they feed off each other. If you’ve followed the Billionaire line, you’ll know it has never been about restraint. It’s where Jacob & Co. allows itself…
DUBAI, 25th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Board of Trustees of Emirates Scholar Centre for Research and Studies convened its 6th Annual Ceremony, coinciding with the official inauguration of its new headquarters located within the campus of Rochester Institute of Technology in Dubai. This milestone reflects the Centre’s institutional expansion and its growing academic and research presence. The meeting was chaired by Dr. Abdulla Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Chancellor of the Centre, and attended by Dr. Youssef Al Assaf, President of Rochester Institute of Technology in Dubai, along with senior university leadership and members of the Center’s Board of Trustees. The…
ABU DHABI, 25th April, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Shakhbout bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, met with Wamkele Mene, Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), in Abu Dhabi, to discuss ways to enhance joint cooperation in investment, particularly in infrastructure and digital infrastructure. Both sides treasured UAE–Africa relations, noting that they have evolved beyond friendship and cooperation into a model partnership built on mutual trust, respect, and joint efforts toward a more prosperous future for their peoples. In this context, they reaffirmed their shared commitment to further strengthening UAE–Africa relations to support sustainable economic growth, which…
Over the last year, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) spent over Dh2.3 billion on projects and programmes that positively impacted the lives of 165 million people in 122 countries around the world. Announced in a social media post by Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the organisation’s work highlighted a significant increase in outreach, with 16 million more beneficiaries as compared to 2024. MBRGI also widened its geographic footprint, up from 118 countries the previous year. Sheikh Mohammed added in his post: “The UAE has chosen the industry of hope. And chosen to build…
Burj Al Arab has never been a hotel that does things halfway, not when it first rose out of an artificial island in the late 1990s, and not now, as it prepares to disappear behind hoardings for an 18-month restoration that will take it offline for the first time in its history. The project will be led by French interior architect Tristan Auer, known for his sensitive work on Paris landmarks like the Hôtel de Crillon. Officially, the brief is to refresh the interiors, enhance performance and prepare the hotel for the future of luxury, while keeping its intrinsic essence…