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Plans for Al Maktoum Airport (DWC) to continue its first phase of expansion remains unchanged and fully on-track of being completed on its original date, Dubai Airports chief said. Paul Griffiths, the CEO of Dubai Airports, which manages DWC and Dubai International Airport (DXB), said in a social media post on Friday that the new airport’s vision will remain “firmly on track” and that its “ambition remains unchanged.” “Over the past few weeks, I have been asked several times whether recent events have changed our long-term plans for aviation in Dubai. The answer is simple: no,” he wrote on a…
FIX Dessert Chocolatier, the brand behind the viral Dubai Chocolate phenomenon, is tapping straight into football fever with the launch of its limited-edition FIFA-inspired Hero Box. Rolling out from June 11, the homegrown brand behind the cult ‘Original Dubai Chocolate’ is teaming up with Careem for a citywide activation just in time for the 2026 season. At the centre of it all is the FIX Cup Mini Hero Box, a 20-piece collection featuring fan-favourite flavours like ‘Can’t Get Knafeh Of It’, ‘Mind Your Own Biscuit’, ‘Pick Up A Pretzel’ and ‘Catch Me If Pecan’. Each box comes with a scratch…
DUBAI, 12th June, 2026 (WAM) — Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has emphasised that DEWA deploys the latest Agentic AI technologies, in line with the vision to enhance its leading role and reinforce Dubai’s position as the city of the future. He made these remarks during the Agentic AI Executive Retreat, DEWA organised at Al Shera’a, its new headquarters, which is the world’s tallest, largest and smartest net-positive government building. The event was attended by the executive leadership team and key stakeholders in digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI), as well…
ABU DHABI, 11th June May, 2026 (WAM) — ADGM Academy (ADGMA), the knowledge arm of Abu Dhabi’s international financial centre, ADGM, in collaboration with the UAE Capital Market Authority (CMA) and Sandooq Al Watan, celebrated the graduation of the third cohort of the Financial Market Pioneers Programme. This programme represents a flagship national initiative, designed to prepare young UAE Nationals with specialised financial market knowledge, practical exposure and professional capabilities to contribute to the continued development of the UAE’s capital markets. It reflects a shared commitment by Capital Market Authority, Sandooq Al Watan and ADGM Academy to advancing youth empowerment,…
ABU DHABI, 11th June, 2026 (WAM)– H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a telephone conversation with Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the sisterly State of Kuwait. During the call, the two top diplomats discussed the overall situation in the region. They strongly condemned the renewed hostile Iranian attacks targeting the State of Kuwait with missiles and drones. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah reaffirmed the UAE’s full solidarity with the sisterly State of Kuwait and its support for all measures it takes to safeguard its security and stability…
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…