Author: Editorial team

To accelerate the adoption of Agentic Artificial Intelligence across the UAE government’s operations, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has launched the country’s first Agentic AI assistants for the meteorological sector and approved a comprehensive roadmap to expand the deployment of these technologies across its services. The initiative reflects the Centre’s commitment to advancing the national meteorological system, enhancing operational readiness for the future, and supporting the UAE’s vision of building a more efficient, agile, and proactive government. This initiative is aligned with the UAE’s strategic vision to leverage the latest artificial intelligence technologies to improve government performance, enhance service…

We are in Crete, that most mythical and magical of Greek islands where, according to ancient legends, the god Zeus was born. On one side lies the great cerulean expanse of the Mediterranean sea and on the other, stands the picturesque village of Agios Nikolaos. Artists Caitlind R.C. Brown and Wayne Garrett — who are also a couple in real life, they quickly clarify within minutes of introducing themselves — have just returned from a swim in the ocean. Nothing adventurous to report? Oh wait, they spotted a baby shark in the waters. Aptly enough, Steven Spielberg’s Jaws is invoked.…

DUBAI, 30th June, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Residential REIT, the GCC’s largest real estate investment trust, today announced the acquisition of 220 townhouses at Jebel Ali Village and their addition to its investment portfolio, marking the next step in the REIT’s committed growth strategy and expanding its presence in Dubai’s premium residential segment. The acquisition was secured through a forward purchase agreement at a price of AED894 million. Ahmed Al Suwaidi, Managing Director of DHAM REIT Management, said,“The acquisition and addition of the 220 townhouses at Jebel Ali Village to our portfolio marks the next step in Dubai Residential REIT’s…

DUBAI, 30th June, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment, part of Digital Dubai, has launched the updated Dubai Data Manual, marking a major step in advancing Dubai’s digital governance ecosystem and reinforcing the role of data as a strategic asset that drives decision-making, powers AI applications, and accelerates digital transformation. The Manual provides a comprehensive framework that enables government entities to govern, manage, share, and maximise the value of data in line with international best practices and the Dubai Data Law, while fostering institutional readiness for the future. Commenting on the launch, Younus Al Nasser, Chief Executive of…

[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times’ live coverage as Etihad Rail begins first passenger service between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah] The first Etihad Rail passenger train had pulled out of Fujairah’s Al Hilal City station at 5.34am on Tuesday. Among the hundreds of passengers on board were residents who had not just bought a ticket; they had planned entire overnight trips, secured special company approvals, and woken up before dawn, all to make sure they were on this train and still at their desks by morning. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. ‘We want…

There is something inherently Roman about Bvlgari — a sense of layered history, of contrasts held in tension. Since Sotirio Bulgari founded the house in 1884, it has drawn strength from these dualities: past and present, discipline and exuberance, structure and spontaneity. Bvlgari has never really subscribed to a single, fixed identity. Instead, it has used eclecticism as a way of thinking — a way of allowing different influences to meet, overlap, and ultimately resolve into something entirely its own. That philosophy finds a new and rather ambitious expression in Eclettica. It’s less a collection in the traditional sense and…

ABU DHABI, 30th June, 2026 (WAM) — Zayed Authority for People of Determination has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the IMI Academy for Media, part of IMI Group, supported by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi as a strategic enabler of this qualitative partnership. This reflects its commitment to empowering cultural and creative initiatives, developing national talent, and strengthening the cultural and media industries ecosystem in the emirate, thereby reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading global hub for creativity, culture, and media production. The agreement aims to develop the media capabilities of People of Determination…

ABU DHABI, 30th June, 2026 (WAM) — TA’ZIZ today announced the launch of a joint feasibility study with Covestro and XRG to assess the development of a world-scale methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) plant at the TA’ZIZ Industrial Chemicals Zone in Ruwais Industrial City, Abu Dhabi. With a potential production capacity of up to 660 tonnes per year, the proposed facility would rank among the largest MDI plants globally. MDI is a key building block used in high-performance foams and insulation materials across the construction, automotive, furniture, and consumer goods sectors. The study supports TA’ZIZ’s strategy to expand into higher-value speciality…

The UAE has announced fuel prices for July 2026, after four months of consecutive rises. The new rates listed below will apply from July 1, 2026, and are as follows: Super 98 petrol will cost Dh3.40 a litre, compared to Dh3.95 in June. Special 95 petrol will cost Dh3.29 per litre, compared to the current rate of Dh3.83. E-Plus 91 petrol prices will cost Dh3.21 per litre, compared to the previous rate of Dh3.76 a litre. Diesel will be charged at Dh3.6 a litre, compared to the current rate of Dh4.33. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow…

Discovering a destination where centuries of history remain part of everyday life, creating a journey through the stories that have shaped one of Europe’s most remarkable capitals Published: Tue 30 Jun 2026, 9:40 AM Some cities preserve their history in monuments and museums. In Sarajevo, history is encountered in everyday moments. It lives in the streets of the old town, in family traditions passed from one generation to the next, and in the landmarks that have witnessed some of the most significant chapters of European history. Exploring Sarajevo is not simply a journey through the past; it is an opportunity…