Author: Editorial team

Over the years, wearable art has steadily moved out of niche fashion circles and into the cultural mainstream. This year’s Met Gala theme, centred around the idea of ‘fashion as art’ only pushed that conversation further, with designers across the world treating clothing less like seasonal trend pieces and more like living, breathing canvases carrying a deeper sense of identity. In the UAE, a Dubai-born artist has been translating those ideas into a collection rooted in the country’s spirit of solidarity. For Palestinian artist Dina Sami, who was born and raised in Dubai, the inspiration behind her recent unity-inspired fashion-art…

PARIS, 11th May, 2026 (WAM) — The 33rd edition of the UAE President’s Cup Series for Purebred Arabian Horses achieved a distinguished European debut through its French leg, hosted at the ParisLongchamp racecourse in the capital, Paris, on Sunday. This took place within a global evening of the Emirates French Guineas (Poule d’Essai) races, in a scene that embodied the prestigious status of the Precious Cup and its growing presence in major European arenas. The Precious Cup race series enjoys the support and attention of the UAE’s leadership. This support is directed toward plans for developing the Arabian horse racing…

DUBAI, 11th May, 2026 (WAM) — Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), received Saeed bin Ali Al Hajri, Consul General of Qatar in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, at DEWA’s headquarters. Al Tayer briefed the Qatari Consul General on DEWA’s mandate, activities, development journey, service quality and operational efficiency, underscoring DEWA’s commitment to providing world class infrastructure in line with the highest standards of reliability, efficiency and availability. The meeting highlighted DEWA’s strategic vision and strong commitment to sustainable development. Both sides reaffirmed the strong relations between the UAE and Qatar and…

LONDON, 11th May, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates, represented by the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, participated in the 84th session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 84), organised by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) in London, as part of its ongoing commitment to supporting international efforts aimed at protecting the marine environment and enhancing the sustainability of the maritime transport sector. During the meeting, several proposals submitted by the UAE were adopted with the support of a majority of member states. Among the most notable was the resolution concerning measures to protect the marine environment in…

[Editor’s Note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] After a week of remote learning prompted by the missile threat due to the regional tensions, classrooms across the UAE came alive again on Monday as students returned to in-person learning, reconnecting with friends, teachers and routines many educators say children deeply missed. School leaders across Dubai and Abu Dhabi reported strong attendance rates and a smooth transition back to campus, with many parents reassured by the safety measures, wellbeing support and clear communication maintained throughout the disruption. For many students, the…

Artificial intelligence is no longer confined to offices, coding labs or tech conferences in Dubai. Increasingly, it is showing up in residents’ everyday routines, from ordering coffee and planning workouts to beauty consultations and emotional companionship. At SOIL Café at Kite Beach this week, visitors were greeted by a café experience powered almost entirely by AI. As part of a temporary activation by Yango Group, Yango robots served coffee while customers placed their orders at the counter through Yasmina, the company’s AI assistant. The concept, which ran from May 8 to 10, turned an ordinary beachside coffee stop into a…

ABU DHABI, 11th May, 2026 (WAM) — Space42 on Monday announced a strategic partnership with Skylo Technologies, a leading global non-terrestrial network (NTN) service provider, to deliver standards-based direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity through its geostationary satellite, Thuraya-4. The companies have already demonstrated what this means in practice: a bi-directional, real-time voice call completed over Thuraya-4, no modified SIM and no changes to existing operator core infrastructure. Technology integration between Skylo’s 3GPP-compliant NTN platform and Thuraya-4 is complete, confirming the service is ready for commercial deployment. For carriers, the partnership delivers an integrated extension of their existing network architecture rather than an…

BRUSSELS, 11th May, 2026 (WAM) — The EU Council today adopted a decision terminating the partial suspension of the Cooperation Agreement between the European Economic Community and the Syrian Arab Republic. The decision repeals Council Decision 2011/523/EU that introduced the suspension. By ending the partial suspension, the Council reinstates the full application of the Cooperation Agreement, marking an important step towards strengthening the bilateral relations between the EU and Syria. The Cooperation Agreement between the EU and Syria, concluded in 1977, provides the framework for economic and trade relations between the parties. Source: Emirates News Agency

DUBAI, 11th May, 2026 (WAM) — Binghatti Holding Limited announced record-breaking financial results for the first quarter ended 31st March 2026. The company reported a net profit of AED1.43 billion, representing a 73 percent year-on-year increase, while revenue rose 52 percent to AED4.39 billion. EBITDA surged 83 percent year-on-year to AED1.83 billion, reflecting continued operational efficiency and margin expansion. Total assets reached AED32.87 billion, and the Group’s cash position rose to AED9.9 billion. During the quarter, the company achieved AED5.88 billion in sales through the sale of more than 4,000 units and launched five new projects valued at AED8.58 billion…

DUBAI, 11th May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chambers on Monday held a meeting with the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade Zhejiang Provincial Committee (CCPIT Zhejiang) to discuss opportunities to develop economic cooperation and strengthen trade and investment relations between Dubai and China. The meeting was attended by Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, and Chen Jianzhong, Chairman of CCPIT Zhejiang & CCOIC Zhejiang. Discussions focused on ways to advance the economic partnership between the two markets, with a focus on key sectors presenting opportunities to deepen trade and investment cooperation, including the digital…