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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…

Families planning a day out this Eid Al Adha will have an extra reason to smile as six parks in Dubai will be handing out free ice cream to visitors during the holiday. Residents and tourists visiting these public parks on the first day of Eid will be treated to complimentary scoops of ice cream between 5pm and 7pm — adding a sweet touch to the festive atmosphere. The parks where free ice cream will be given out on May 27 are: Creek Park Mushrif National Park Zabeel Park Al Safa Park Al Barsha Pond Park Al Nahda Pond Park…

Inspired by Monaco’s coastline and summer atmosphere, the latest collection blended graphic design codes with wearable luxury Published: Tue 26 May 2026, 4:34 PM APM Monaco hosted an exclusive soirée in Cannes on May 19 during the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival, where the contemporary jewellery house unveiled an avant-première presentation of its Été 2026 collection. Held against the backdrop of the French Riviera, the event brought together personalities from the worlds of fashion, entertainment, and luxury while also reflecting the growing visibility of Middle Eastern talent within international fashion spaces. Egyptian actress and APM Monaco’s official Middle…

ARAFAT, 26th May, 2026 (WAM) — Pilgrims from the United Arab Emirates gathered at Mount Arafat on Tuesday to perform the pinnacle ritual of Hajj. The UAE Pilgrims Affairs Office said the pilgrims arrived at Arafat smoothly and were all in good health, with continuous follow-up provided by accompanying medical teams. The office said it remained committed to ensuring the comfort of UAE pilgrims, providing services and meeting their needs during the holy days of Hajj. Source: Emirates News Agency

SHARJAH, 26th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) received 4,411 requests for approving electricity, water and natural gas design plans for commercial, residential, industrial, government and agricultural buildings across the emirate during the first quarter of 2026. The authority also issued 718 no-objection certificates covering electricity, water, gas and fibre-optic services, in addition to 441 no-objection certificates for roadworks. This brings the total number of issued certificates to 1,159. The requests received for approving design plans were distributed as follows: 1,614 requests for electricity designs, 1,046 requests for water designs, and 1,751 requests for…

ABU DHABI, 26th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Faraj Fund, affiliated with the Ministry of Interior, announced it had received a donation of AED5 million from Dubai Islamic Bank in support of the “Farajat” community initiative ahead of Eid Al Adha. The contribution helped secure the release of 74 financially distressed inmates from correctional and penal institutions across the UAE. Khalil Badran, Chairman of the Faraj Fund, said the fund continued its humanitarian efforts to support financially distressed individuals through ongoing backing from partners and donors. He praised Dubai Islamic Bank’s contribution, describing it as a reflection of the bank’s…

As families across Dubai gear up for Eid Al Adha gatherings, outings and festive activities, authorities are reminding parents to keep children’s safety at the centre of the celebrations. From busy shopping malls, parks to entertainment venues, Eid holidays often mean crowded spaces and moments when children can easily wander off or face unexpected risks if left unattended even briefly. Dubai Police issued a reminder for parents, stressing that children’s safety can never be overlooked. “A moment of distraction can lead to lasting consequences,” they said. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Parents…

SHARJAH, 26th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Department of Islamic Affairs announced its readiness to welcome worshippers for Eid Al Adha prayers. They have designated 698 mosques throughout the emirate’s cities and regions. The department confirmed that the mosques are completely prepared. They have finished several preparatory tasks, including general cleaning and preventive maintenance. The department has chosen over 90 mosques to give the Eid sermon in several languages for non-Arabic speakers. These languages include Urdu, Malayalam, Tamil, and English. The department stated that the Eid prayer will take place at 5:45 am in Sharjah and Al Hamriyah, at…

With Eid Al Adha just around the corner, UAE henna artists are seeing a distinctive shift in the kind of designs and patterns that customers want. Gone are the days when only heavy, elbow-length Arabic floral patterns ruled. This year, artists are reporting a decisive shift toward sleek, minimalistic designs, and an intriguing new player called ‘Hengua’. Fathima Afsal, a Dubai-based henna artist, has watched trends evolve over multiple Eid seasons. “Most youngsters now prefer minimal and elegant patterns instead of very heavy traditional styles,” she says. Wrist-length designs with finer detailing, jewellery-style motifs, and clean back-hand patterns are currently…