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WASHINGTON, 28th June, 2026 (WAM) — Saeed Al Hajeri, Minister of State, led a UAE delegation during a visit to Washington D.C. The delegation included Omran Sharaf, Assistant Foreign Minister for Advanced Science and Technology. During this visit, Al Hajeri and members of the UAE delegation conducted a number of constructive meetings with senior officials from the US Department of Commerce, the US Department of the Treasury, the Office of the US Trade Representative, and the US Department of State. Al Hajeri also met with the US G20 Sherpa, reaffirming the UAE’s commitment as a host country to supporting the…

Travellers flying from the UAE to India this August could face huge differences in airfare depending on their destination, with return fares ranging from around Dh1,400 to more than Dh9,200 per passenger. A Khaleej Times analysis of return fares, searched on June 14 for travel between August 1 and 31 across airlines including Emirates, IndiGo, and SpiceJet, found that while some routes remain relatively affordable, others have become significantly more expensive amid strong holiday demand. Hyderabad topped the list as the most expensive destination, with return fares reaching Dh9,250 per passenger. Delhi followed at Dh9,090, while tickets to Kochi climbed…

BARCELONA, 27th June, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah, attended, on Friday, at the University of Barcelona, the graduation ceremony of the first cohort of students enrolled in the Master of Science in Media Entrepreneurship and Digital Innovation programme, the first of its kind offered by the University of Sharjah’s College of Communication in cooperation with the University of Barcelona, and supported strategically by Sharjah Media City (Shams). In his address during the graduation ceremony, His Highness expressed his delight at celebrating the…

A culture of sleep scores, step counts and productivity hacks are increasingly shaping daily routines in the UAE, with many adults, particularly parents, now questioning whether the push to optimise every moment is doing more harm than good to their own well-being. New research from Nord Anglia Education shows that while ambition and self-improvement remain widely valued, they are also contributing to rising anxiety and guilt around rest, play and downtime. The Permission to Play Report, based on responses from more than 500 UAE parents and education experts, revealed that modern families are struggling to disconnect in an era defined…

BARCELONA, 27th June, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Media Council, witnessed, on Friday, the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Sharjah Media City (Shams) and the Faculty of Communication at the University of Barcelona at the university’s headquarters. The MoU was signed by Rashid Abdullah Al Obad, Director-General of Sharjah Media City (Shams), and Dr. Joan G. Burguera, Dean of the Faculty of Philology and Communication at the University of Barcelona. The MoU aims to establish a framework for cooperation between Shams…

A new survey has found that 94 per cent of expats living in the UAE plan to remain in the country for the foreseeable future, with quality of life, job opportunities, and safety emerging as the top reasons for staying. The findings, released as part of the UAE Expat Monitor by ARCET Global in partnership with QuestionPro, come amid recent speculation about the UAE’s appeal to foreign workers. The survey found that 87 per cent of respondents believe the UAE offers more opportunities than their home country. Perhaps the most notable finding was that tax-free income was not the biggest…

ABU DHABI, 27th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The Family Care Authority (FCA) organised an open dialogue session titled “Prevention is a Shared Responsibility: Towards an Aware Family and a Drug-Safe Community”, at Khalifa A Municipal Presence Centre, marking the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. The session brought together representatives from government entities, alongside experts and specialists in prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation. The session forms part of the Authority’s ongoing efforts to raise community awareness and empower families to play their preventive role in protecting children from behavioural and social risks, while fostering a culture of shared…

Are you planning to visit the UAE to experience the glimmering coastal waters or to visit the towering skyscrapers that reach into the skies above? The UAE offers relatively easy access for visitors and allows citizens of at least 70 countries to enter the nation without a visa. Travelling to the country is also convenient as a large network of airlines fly to and from the country’s multiple airports. Dubai airport has been the world’s busiest airport for years, with the country welcoming millions of visitors every year. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…

ABU DHABI, 27th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has welcomed the announcement by Lebanon and Israel regarding reaching a trilateral framework agreement, facilitated and supported by the United States, and commended the diplomatic efforts by US President Donald Trump, and Marco Rubio, US Secretary of State, in facilitating this agreement. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed hope that this development will constitute a positive step toward fostering an environment conducive to regional stability, and affirmed the importance of continued effective international coordination to prevent further escalation and mitigate the humanitarian and security…

UAE’s Ministry of Defence has issued a statement to mourn an Emirati soldier who was martyred while on a training mission on Saturday, June 27. The ministry said that the training mission was carried out in the country and resulted in First Corporal Issa Ghaloum Al Baloushi’s death. It did not provide further information on the incident. It extended its deepest condolences and sincere sympathies to the family of the fallen serviceman, praying that Almighty God grants him His vast mercy. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Source: Khaleej Times