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MANAMA, 27th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Kingdom of Bahrain has welcomed the successful mediation by the United Arab Emirates between the Russian Federation and the Republic of Ukraine, which resulted in a new prisoner exchange involving 320 captives from both sides. In a statement carried by the Bahrain News Agency, the Bahraini Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the exchange as a positive humanitarian step that supports de-escalation efforts and enhances prospects for a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine crisis. The ministry commended the UAE’s diplomatic and humanitarian efforts, noting that the country has helped secure the release of 7,791…

Imagine opening an email from Tabby, the UAE-based firm that lets shoppers split purchases into instalments, informing you that you had won a Dh5,000 voucher, only to receive another message hours later saying it had all been a mistake. On Friday, June 26, many UAE residents got an email from Tabby, with “You won an Emirates voucher” as the subject. The company said those who got the message were among winners of the Emirates flight voucher raffle and each will receive a Dh5,000 Emirates flight voucher. It asked them to enter their delivery details to get their prize. A short…

ABU DHABI, 26th June, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, has visited a number of development projects in Al Mirfa City and reviewed plans to enhance infrastructure and improve the quality of services in the city and surrounding areas. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed met with citizens and reaffirmed the UAE leadership’s commitment to engaging with the community, enhancing quality of life, and supporting initiatives that advance Al Dhafra Region while preserving its cultural heritage. As part of the field visit, he also met with organisers of traditional sailing races…

ABU DHABI, 26th June, 2026 (WAM) — ADGM Academy (ADGMA), in partnership with leading innovation and training partners and in collaboration with Mawaheb Talent Hub, part of the Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE), Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED), and Sindan, has successfully concluded the inaugural edition of the Future Entrepreneurs Programme 3D Printing. The flagship initiative is designed to equip UAE job seekers with entrepreneurial capabilities and advanced manufacturing skills aligned with the nation’s future economy. The three-week programme concluded in a dedicated ‘Demo Day’ held in Al Ain on 22nd May, where the first cohort…

Luck has once again smiled for expats who participated in Big Ticket Abu Dhabi, as four bagged Dh25,000 each in the latest June e-draw of the popular raffle. The expats, all of Indian nationality, spoke of their extreme joy to receive the prizes and what they plan to do with the money, while stressing that they will continue taking part in Big Ticket, with eyes on the grand prize of Dh25 million. For Ilanzhsuriyan Vijayakumar, a 45-year-old architect, his winning ticket was the first one he purchased on his own since he used to participate alongside his friendsfor several years,…

ABU DHABI, 26th June, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has announced the success of new mediation efforts between the Russian Federation and the Republic of Ukraine, resulting in the release of 160 captives from each side, bringing the total number of captives exchanged between the two countries through UAE-mediated efforts to 7,791. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) commended both countries for their cooperation with the UAE’s mediation endeavours as a trusted international mediator, and their appreciation of the UAE’s commitment to supporting all efforts to resolve the crisis. The Ministry emphasised that the success of this mediation,…

[Editor’s Note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] After 53 days, on June 26, UAE residents heard the shrill of the emergency alert on their phones. Seconds later, a safety alert followed, and then a clarification. Residents were asked to “disregard the previous warning” they received, as the Ministry of Interior clarified the false alarm. The National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority later confirmed that a sudden technical malfunction caused the alerts to go out. The authority and relevant entities issued an apology for the “unintentional technical malfunction” and…

SAN DIEGO, California, 26th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, and Novartis Middle East FZE today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore collaboration in genomics research, scientific capacity building, and advanced therapies, reinforcing their shared commitment to advancing healthcare innovation and improving patient outcomes. The collaboration further strengthens Abu Dhabi’s genomics ecosystem by connecting global scientific expertise with one of the world’s largest population genomics programmes. The joint efforts in research, capability building and advanced therapies will support the translation…

From startup brokerage to regional workplace leader, Storeys Real Estate marks a defining phase of growth Published: Fri 26 Jun 2026, 5:15 PM Storeys Real Estate has achieved a remarkable series of milestones, further cementing its position as one of the UAE’s fastest growing and most respected real estate brokerages. The company has been ranked #1 with Aldar Properties, secured the #4 position with Arada, and has been recognised among the best workplaces in the Middle East, ranking as the 4th Best Real Estate Workplace in the region. The achievements come less than two years after the company’s inception, marking…

Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) returns from July 2 to August 30, bringing 60 days of shopping, entertainment, dining and family activities across the city. This year’s edition features everything from apartment giveaways and major retail sales to concerts, restaurant deals and staycation offers. Here’s a look at 12 highlights residents can look forward to this summer. 1. Win a Dubai home For the first time, DSS is giving residents the chance to win one of 12 residential units worth more than Dh50 million through the new Win Your Home in Dubai campaign. Two winners, an Indian resident and a resident…