Author: Editorial team

SHARJAH, 21st May, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Charity International (SCI) has carried out the “Little Hearts” campaign in the Bangladesh during a field visit by a delegation from the association headed by Ali Mohammed Al Rashidi, which included a number of qualitative initiatives. The campaign was supervised by a volunteer medical team led by Dr Ahmed Al Kamali. During the campaign, 65 cardiac catheterisation procedures were performed and around 160 children were examined at the Heart Diseases Centre in the capital, Dhaka. Ali Mohammed Al Rashidi affirmed that the Little Hearts campaign has continued, since its launch in 2009, its…

The milestone reflects Ellington’s continued focus on timely delivery, with multiple projects progressing steadily across its portfolio Published: Thu 21 May 2026, 9:28 AM Ellington Properties, Dubai’s leading design-led boutique developer, has commenced the handover of Ellington House II in Dubai Hills Estate, alongside Arbor View in Arjan, marking continued delivery across key residential communities and reinforcing its commitment to consistent execution. These milestones come at a time when delivery performance plays an increasingly important role in shaping market confidence. Recent market data has highlighted sustained year-on-year growth in both transaction volumes and values, driven largely by strong off-plan activity…

The highly anticipated unveiling of Audemars Piguet X Swatch’s new collection of watches has been cancelled at two malls in Dubai. Swatch UAE cited “public safety considerations” as the reason for the cancellation in a brief statement on social media. “… we have decided not to proceed with the sale of the product at Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates, and the event has been cancelled. We appreciate your understanding and continued support,” the watch brand said on Instagram. According to comments posted on social media, customers had lined up for hours at the two malls for the May…

SEOUL, 21st May, 2026 (WAM) — Exports of the Republic of Korea rose 65 percent from a year earlier in the first 20 days of May, data showed Thursday, with semiconductor shipments more than tripling over the period. Outbound shipments reached US$52.7 billion in the May 1-20 period, compared with $31.9 billion tallied in the same period last year, according to data released by the Korea Customs Service. The figure was the largest ever recorded for the first 20 days of May, Yonhap News Agency reported. Imports went up 29.3 percent on-year to $41.6 billion over the cited period, resulting…

WORLD CAPITALS, 21st May, 2026 (WAM) — Gold held steady on Thursday, as rising hopes of a US-Iran peace deal countered fears of inflation and higher-for-longer interest rates. Spot gold fell 0.2 percent to US$4,534.69 per ounce as of 02:58 GMT. Bullion had gained more than 1 percent on Wednesday after dropping earlier in the day to its lowest level since 30th March. US gold futures for June delivery were steady at US$4,536.70 per ounce. Spot silver declined 0.8 percent to US$75.40 per ounce, while platinum lost 0.7 percent to US$1,936.10. Palladium also fell 0.4 percent to US$1,365.12 per ounce.…

PARIS, 20th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Middle East and North Africa Financial Action Task Force (MENAFATF), led by Hamid Saif AlZaabi, President of the Group, participated in the 5th “No Money for Terror” Ministerial Conference held in Paris, France. The conference saw the participation of ministers, senior officials, and international experts concerned with combating money laundering, terrorist financing, and organised crime. The conference witnessed broad participation from MENAFATF member states, with 10 member countries taking part in the event, reflecting the region’s strong commitment to enhancing joint efforts to combat financial crimes and terrorist financing, and to strengthening international…

ABU DHABI, 20 May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, attended part of the activities of the 17th edition of the EmiratesSkills National Competition, held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak “Mother of the Nation”, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation. The competition is organised by the Abu Dhabi Centre for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (ACTVET) at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi from 18th to…

Global Village extended it 30th season till May 31, which means Dubai residents and visitors have 10 more days to enjoy the one of the most popular tourist spots in the emirate. The entertainment destination announced a three-week extension of its milestone Season 30, giving shoppers a chance to enjoy the food stalls, country pavilions and various other attractions all through the Eid Al Adha holidays. Global Village was closed for 51 days this year due to Iran war, at a time when tourist footfall is usually high in Dubai. It reopened on April 20 after the ceasefire was announced. Stay…

The UAE has become the third country to approve Miebo, a new eye drop that treats the dry eye disease, after the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) cleared the medication for use in the country. The treatment, developed by Bausch + Lomb, is aimed at treating the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease, a condition that affects millions of people worldwide and can impact visual comfort and quality of life. Miebo contains an active substance called perfluorohexyloctane and is the first prescription eye drop designed to directly target tear evaporation, one of the leading causes of the dry eye disease.…

ABU DHABI, 20th May, 2026 (WAM) — Colliers’ UAE Real Estate Market Report for Q1 2026 highlighted a transition period for the market as it moves beyond the exceptional momentum of 2025 toward a more measured, mature phase, supported by strong fundamentals and ongoing infrastructure investment. The report provided insight into key residential, office and investment trends across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, the Northern Emirates and Al Ain. Across the UAE, performance is increasingly shaped by asset quality, submarket dynamics and evolving investor and occupier behaviour. Abu Dhabi’s real estate market is evolving toward a more balanced and sustainable growth trajectory.…