Author: Editorial team
UAE authorities have warned residents against a sophisticated new scam in which fraudsters pose as officials from the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP), using Google Meet calls and fake email accounts to steal personal information and money from victims. The warning comes after reports of scammers contacting residents through Google Meet invitations sent from free email accounts, including Gmail addresses such as ‘governmenticfederal15@gmail.com’, while falsely claiming to represent ICP and other government entities. During the Google Meet call, victims are informed that fees linked to their Emirates ID, residency file or government records remain unpaid and…
How a multidisciplinary leader is helping shape the future of healthcare innovation and localisation in the Gulf Published: Thu 11 Jun 2026, 2:48 PM Most leaders are taught to specialise. Yasmine Ghorayeb built her career doing the opposite. A pharmacologist, business strategist, and student of storytelling, she has spent years navigating worlds that rarely intersect: science and strategy, healthcare and innovation, data and human behaviour. For Ghorayeb, the future belongs to those who can connect disciplines that traditionally never spoke to one another. “We’ve entered an era where information is abundant, but clarity is increasingly difficult to find,” she reflects.…
DUBAI, 11th June, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates has been named ‘Best Overall Airline in the Middle East’ at the 2026 APEX Best in Airline Awards, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s leading travel brands. The award was presented at a ceremony in Dublin, Ireland, recognising the airline’s consistent delivery of an exceptional customer experience. The accolade was based on verified passenger feedback, with Emirates achieving outstanding scores across five key categories: seat comfort, cabin service, food and beverage, entertainment, and connectivity. Passenger evaluations highlighted Emirates’ commitment to comfort across its Airbus A380, Airbus A350 and Boeing 777 fleets,…
STOCKHOLM, 11th June May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, met with leaders of the World Childhood Foundation and visited Campus Manilla school in Sweden during her official trip to the country, leading a high-level delegation of ministers and government officials. During the meeting with leaders of the World Childhood Foundation, Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed reviewed the foundation’s key initiatives and programmes dedicated to child protection and well-being, particularly amidst challenges posed by the digital environment. The meeting discussed efforts to create safe digital environments for children…
All international visitors flying to Abu Dhabi on Etihad will automatically receive complimentary medical travel insurance for up to 15 days, with no application required. The national carrier announced the initiative on Friday in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) Abu Dhabi and The National Insurance Company – Daman. Valid from July through December 2026, the insurance covers eligible visitors for up to 15 days in the UAE. There is no formal application required. Coverage is automatically given with every qualifying Etihad ticket. Any guest flying to Abu Dhabi on an Etihad-operated service, with point of origin…
Cross-border collaborations have dominated fashion headlines more than ever. Gaurav Gupta dressing Beyoncé. Manish Malhotra crafting a custom for Naomi Campbell. Faraz Manan for Kareena Kapoor. These moments are powerful, sometimes commercially driven and occasionally genuinely personal. But when a global pop star chooses a designer for his own wedding, the calculus changes entirely. There are no brand synergies to calculate, no magazine covers being chased. It is purely about taste. About trust. About what you want to wear on the day that becomes memory. That is precisely what made Mohsin Naveed Ranjha’s commission to dress Karan Aujla and his wife Palak for…
BEIJING, 11th June, 2026 (WAM) — New Energy Vehicles (NEV) accounted for a record 62.9 percent of China’s passenger vehicle sales in May, marking another milestone in the country’s transition toward electrification. According to data from the China Passenger Car Association, retail passenger car deliveries in May stood at 1.51 million units, down 22.1 percent from the same period last year. Of them, NEVs stood at 950,000 units, down 7.5 percent year-on-year, but they accounted for 62.9 percent of total passenger car sales. According to China Daily, BEVs were the mainstay, with their wholesale deliveries reaching 886,000 units in May,…
SHANGHAI, China, 12th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Shanghai Foreign Investment Development Board (Invest Shanghai) signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during the Chamber’s participation in the Abu Dhabi Investment Forum (ADIF), organised by the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) and the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED). The MoU represents a significant step towards translating the growing economic ties between Abu Dhabi and Shanghai into practical initiatives and projects that support business growth and expand mutual investments. It also contributes…
SHARJAH, 12th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Institute for Judicial Sciences, in cooperation with the College of Law at the University of Sharjah, organised an extensive panel discussion entitled “The New Civil Transactions Law issued by Federal Decree No. 25 of 2025.” Held at the University of Sharjah, Judge Dr. Mohammed Obaid Al Kaabi, Head of the Sharjah Judicial Department; Judge Shamma Al Salman, Director of the Sharjah Institute for Judicial Sciences, attended the panel discussion along with several other judges. During the session, Judge Dr. Yaqoub Yousef Al Hammadi, President of the Khorfakkan Court of Appeal, Professor Dr.…
UAE nationals travelling to Mexico can now use electronic gates to complete arrival procedures at some airports in the World Cup-hosting country. The UAE embassy in Mexico announced that the facility is available from June 11, 2026. Under this system, Emirati travellers will no longer have to go through the standard procedures at these airports, which will help cut processing time. Travelers will receive a QR-coded ticket linked to the Multiple Digital Migration Form (FMMD), which must be retained throughout their stay as proof of lawful entry into the country. The move reflects the strong bilateral relations between the UAE and…