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Ahead of Eid Al Adha, the UAE cancelled interest accrued on debts of 2,339 low-income retirees across the country. The initiative, carried out under the directives of the nation’s President, amounted to more than Dh834 million. Implemented by the Debt Settlement Fund in cooperation with national banks and financial institutions in the country, the move targets retired citizens aged 50 and above with limited income. It aims to ease their financial burdens and consolidates the values of social solidarity and community stability. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Participating banks and financial institutions…
ABU DHABI, 26th May, 2026 (WAM) — Under the directives of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and with the follow up of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, the Defaulted Debts Settlement Fund, in cooperation with several UAE banks, has waived more than AED 834 million in interest accrued on loans owed by 2,339 low-income retirees across the country. In a statement, the fund thanked the banks and financial institutions that contributed to the initiative, commending their support for efforts aimed at…
DUBAI, 25th May, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, affirmed that the UAE, under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, continues to strengthen its global position as a leading model in investing in people, advancing education, empowering youth, and building a knowledge and innovation-based society, noting that universities and academic institutions play a pivotal role in preparing generations capable of shaping the future and contributing to comprehensive national development. Sheikh Nahyan made these remarks while attending Canadian University Dubai’s (CUD) 15th graduation ceremony honouring the “Class…
The UAE imposes prison sentences of up to 15 years and fines of as much as Dh2 million on those involved in the illegal trade of endangered species, the Minister of Climate Change and Environment has said. Dr Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak said the country operates a zero-tolerance policy on wildlife trafficking under its commitments to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). “Those involved in the illegal trade of wildlife and endangered species are not welcome in the UAE,” she said. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT…
LISBON, 25th May, 2026 (WAM) — Al Shira’aa rider Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzooqi claimed a landmark international victory on Sunday evening, winning the Lisbon Grand Prix presented by Visit Portugal aboard Chacco Bay after producing one of only two double clear performances over Bernardo Costa Cabral’s technical 1.55m course. Held at the historic Sociedade Hípica Portuguesa in the heart of Lisbon, the Grand Prix brought together a world-class field of international combinations as part of the revitalised CSIO Lisbon, a show supported by Al Shira’aa following the organisation’s commitment to restoring the prestigious Nations Cup to the Portuguese capital…
ABU DHABI, 25th May, 2026 (WAM) — Experience Abu Dhabi will launch a poetry activation at Zayed National Museum on Thursday 28th May. Brought to life in both Arabic and English, the activation invites visitors to take part in intimate one-to-one exchanges with poets, transforming personal reflections into original poetry inspired by the city and its people. Through these conversations, original poems are crafted in response to the reflections shared, creating a personal and meaningful dialogue between the poets and participants. Everyone is welcome; from UAE nationals to residents and tourists, all stories and perspectives are important. The experience is…
Schools across the UAE are becoming more flexible with tuition fee payment plans as parents increasingly opt for monthly instalments instead of large upfront payments. The shift comes as institutions explore partnerships with fintech platforms such as Tabby to improve school fee collection while offering parents greater financial flexibility. The partnership aims to integrate payment flexibility into existing infrastructure and improve fee collection. This is likely to reduce delays and provide institutions with more predictable cash flow. For parents, the goal is to shift from large upfront payments to structured plans that fit monthly budgets. Explaining the approach, Zarik Nabi,…
SHARJAH, 25th May, 2026 (WAM) — NAMA Women Advancement (NAMA) has concluded the first edition of its five-week “Digital Economy and Freelancing Skills Programme”, equipping women with practical skills to build careers in the growing digital and freelance economy. Held at the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK), the programme culminated in a final showcase where participants presented business concepts and digital projects before a jury panel. Delivered over five weeks of intensive training and hands-on application, the programme focused on strengthening participants’ readiness for freelance and digital work by combining technical, marketing and entrepreneurial skills. Participants were guided…
Consumers in the UAE are becoming increasingly selective about the origins and production standards of chicken products, and scrutinising if they meet higher standards for quality and food safety, according to retailers and producers backing Abu Dhabi’s new Premium Food Mark initiative. The government-backed “Premium Mark” certification, which will appear directly on chilled chicken packaging from June, is designed to help shoppers instantly identify locally produced poultry that exceeds baseline regulatory standards while strengthening the competitiveness of UAE-made products against imported premium brands. “We believe consumers today are becoming far more conscious about the quality, origin, freshness, and overall standards…
ABU DHABI, 25th May, 2026 (WAM) — President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to Javier Milei, President of the Argentine Republic, on the occasion of Revolution Day. 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, also dispatched similar messages to President Javier Milei and Manuel Adorni, Chief of the Ministerial Cabinet of the Argentine Republic. Source: Emirates News Agency