Author: Editorial team
ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay, 30th June, 2026 (WAM) — President Santiago Peña of the Republic of Paraguay today received Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, and an accompanying delegation during their official visit to Asunción, in the presence of Dr. Sagheer Al Ahbabi, UAE Ambassador to Paraguay. Al Zeyoudi conveyed the greetings of 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,…
DUBAI, 30th June, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, met with Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) team at Emirates Towers, where he reviewed the progress of new education initiatives being led by the Authority and their implementation plans under Dubai’s Education 33 Strategy. During the meeting, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed affirmed that the UAE has made investment in people a deeply rooted and enduring approach, supported by the guidance of its leadership. Inspired…
For thousands of motorists who spend hours on Dubai’s roads every day, the next few months could bring some relief. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced many traffic improvement works at 28 locations across the emirate, with projects set to be carried out between July and September during the summer holiday when traffic volumes are lower. The upgrades include adding two extra lanes to Emirates Road, improving traffic flow in Business Bay, upgrading busy junctions on Ras Al Khor Road, and implementing changes around schools before students return for the new academic year. Stay up to date with…
RAS AL KHAIMAH, 30th June, 2026 (WAM) — RAK Ceramics has signed an exclusive multiyear licensing agreement with Roberto Cavalli for the development, manufacture and distribution of Roberto Cavalli-branded ceramic tiles, sanitaryware and faucets. Under the terms of the agreement, RAK Ceramics will create and distribute Roberto Cavalli collections across a strategic territory that includes the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Iraq, Türkiye, Morocco and India. The partnership brings together Roberto Cavalli’s distinctive aesthetic vision and heritage of Italian luxury with RAK Ceramics’ global manufacturing expertise, innovation capabilities and extensive distribution network. The collaboration…
ABU DHABI, 1st July, 2026 (WAM) — The Artificial Intelligence in Judicial and Notary Services Committee at the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department held a meeting chaired by H.E. Counsellor Yousef Saeed Al Abri, Undersecretary of the Department, during which it discussed a range of innovative projects and technological initiatives aimed at advancing judicial performance and enhancing service efficiency based on the latest artificial intelligence technologies and digital transformation. Al Abri affirmed that the Department continues its drive toward technological excellence and keeping pace with rapid advancements, in line with the directives of H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid the US-Iran MOU for the latest regional developments.] UAE nationals are expressing excitement and relief following the decision to allow citizens to travel to Lebanon again and lifting a war-related travel ban on the Arab country, with many saying they have been waiting for months, and in some cases years, to make the trip. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Mofa) announced that UAE citizens may travel to Lebanon starting Monday, June 29, 2026, provided they comply with strict travel requirements, including mandatory registration on the “Twajudi” service before departure. For Noura Al Kathiri from…
WASHINGTON, 30th June, 2026 (WAM) — Apple has accelerated the release of some security updates, making them available to users earlier instead of waiting to include them in the planned iOS 26.6 release. The move comes in response to growing security concerns that artificial intelligence could speed up the development of malicious hacking tools and shorten the time attackers need to exploit software vulnerabilities. The decision marks a shift from Apple’s previous practice of delivering security fixes alongside major operating system releases after developer testing. Apple said there is no evidence that the newly patched vulnerabilities have been exploited, but…
DUBAI, 30th June, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), witnessed the graduation ceremony of American University in Dubai’s 29th cohort, in a significant milestone highlighting three decades of academic excellence showcased by the institution in the region. The landmark event celebrated a diverse cohort of 445 graduating students representing 57 countries, highlighting AUD’s position as a premier hub for international education. Following H.H. Sheikha Latifa’s arrival, the national anthems of the UAE and the USA were played, and the event commenced with a welcome…
DUBAI, 30th June, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates is marking a significant milestone in the expansion of its cargo fleet by becoming the first airline cargo carrier to deploy the Boeing 777-300ERSF passenger to freighter converted aircraft. The aircraft (A6-EBK) will enter commercial service with a flight from Hong Kong to Dubai carrying over 100 tonnes of cargo. The converted Emirates Boeing 777-300ERSF offers 100 tonnes of payload capacity and 811 m³ of cargo volume, representing a 25% increase in cargo volume over the Boeing 777-F production freighter. At 47 pallet positions, the converted aircraft also accommodates 10 additional pallet positions…
ABU DHABI, 30th June, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, has visited the fifth edition of Abu Dhabi Summer Sports, organised by ADNEC Group, a Modon company, in partnership with Abu Dhabi Sports Council and sponsored by ADNOC Group. The event runs until 23rd August 2026 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. During the visit, H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed toured the event’s sports facilities, reviewed community programmes and activities, visited a number of pavilions, and was briefed on the integrated sports experiences…