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ABU DHABI, 27th May, 2026 (WAM) — Shaykh Abdullah Bin Bayyah, Chairman of the UAE Council for Fatwa, congratulated President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE leaders and people on Eid Al-Adha, praying for continued prosperity, security and blessings for the UAE and the wider Muslim world. He said Eid reflects gratitude, unity and compassion, and urged strengthening family ties, supporting those in need and promoting social harmony. He also prayed for the safety and acceptance of Hajj pilgrims and for the UAE’s continued stability and prosperity. Source: Emirates News Agency
Ahead of Eid Al Adha celebrations in the UAE, Abu Dhabi Police urged motorists not to use their phones while driving to send or read greeting messages, warning that even brief distractions can lead to serious accidents. Authorities reminded drivers to stay fully focused on the road and avoid using social media or messaging apps behind the wheel, especially during the busy holiday period when roads are expected to be crowded with families travelling for prayers, visits, and gatherings. Police advised residents to send Eid greetings before starting their journey or after parking safely, stressing that taking attention away from…
BERN, Switzerland, 25th May, 2026 (WAM) — St. Gallen won the Swiss Cup on Sunday for only the second time in their long history, defeating second-tier Stade Lausanne Ouchy 3-0, despite having a man sent off. Goalkeeper Lukas Watkowiak was dismissed just before half-time, but goals in the first half, second half and stoppage time saw St. Gallen claim the trophy before a packed crowd of over 30,000 at the Wankdorf Stadium in the capital Bern. Founded in 1879, St. Gallen are one of the very oldest clubs in continental Europe, but have only won the league twice, in 1904…
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, has sent congratulatory messages on the occasion of Eid Al Adha to the leaders, kings, presidents and emirs of Arab and Islamic countries. He expressed his wish for them to have good health and happiness, for their peoples to have more progress and prosperity, and for the Arab and Islamic nations to have glory, honour and elevation. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al…
BEIJING, 26th May, 2026 (WAM) — China’s e-commerce sector has sustained steady expansion in the first four months of 2026, with the sector continuing to stimulate consumption vitality and empower the real economy, Xinhua News Agency reported data released by the Ministry of Commerce on Tuesday. During the January-April period, China’s online retail sales of goods and services rose 6.6 % year on year, with online retail sales of goods contributing 72.2 % to the growth of total retail sales of consumer goods. Online sales of agricultural products increased 12.2 % during the period, while the e-commerce transaction value of…
ABU DHABI, 26th May, 2026 (WAM) — Their Highnesses Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates have congratulated President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi of Sharjah, Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi of Ajman, Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi of Fujairah, Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al…
SHARJAH, 26th May, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) has intensified its inspection campaigns across all economic establishments, particularly those whose activities are linked to the Eid Al Adha holiday season. SEDD said it had activated its plans to monitor markets through expanded inspection campaigns aimed at ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining the integrity of commercial practices during the holiday period. The department said its commercial control and consumer protection teams had increased field visits and inspections across major markets in recent days. The campaigns focused on informing merchants and retailers of the need to display price…
The weather in the UAE on Wednesday, May 27, will be fair in general, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). It will be humid by night and Thursday morning over some coastal areas. Light to moderate southwesterly-to-northwesterly winds will blow with a speed of 10 to 25km/hr, reaching 35km/hr at times. The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and in the Oman Sea. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. How hot will it be on Wednesday? The Eid Al Adha break this year will be marked by rising temperatures…
ABU DHABI, 26th May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has received His Majesty King Mswati III of Eswatini, who is currently visiting the UAE. H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed His Majesty King Mswati III to the UAE, reaffirming the two countries’ strong bilateral relations and the UAE’s commitment to further expanding cooperation and coordination frameworks in support of the aspirations of both nations. During the meeting, the two sides reviewed the ties of friendship and cooperation between the UAE and the Kingdom of…
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday, May 26, received Denis Manturov, First Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, who is on a working visit to the country. Sheikh Mohamed and Manturov discussed cooperation between the two countries across a range of sectors, particularly in the economic and development fields, and reviewed ways to further strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries. Manturov conveyed to Sheikh Mohamed the greetings of Russian President Vladimir Putin and his wishes for continued growth in UAE-Russia relations. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…