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ABU DHABI, 26th May, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, have sent congratulatory cables to Matthew Wale, Prime Minister of the Solomon Islands, on the occasion of taking the constitutional oath. Source: Emirates News Agency
Amid soaring temperatures and emotional reunions, thousands of UAE pilgrims arriving in Makkah for this year’s Hajj say the spiritual experience has already outweighed the physical exhaustion of the journey. With pilgrims preparing to head to the holy sites in the coming hours, many described their first moments in the holy city as overwhelming, emotional, and deeply moving, especially those traveling with family. For Emirati pilgrims Fatima Al Mansoori and Maryam Al Mansoori, the journey to Hajj began long before arriving in Makkah on May 20, ahead of the annual pilgrimage season. Stay up to date with the latest news.…
PRAGUE, 25th May, 2026 (WAM) – The United Arab Emirates participated in the GLOBSEC Forum 2026, held in Prague, Czech Republic, from 21 to 23 May 2026, as part of a high-level delegation led by His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs. Lana Zaki Nusseibeh, Minister of State, took part in high-level discussions at the Forum on global security, defense, technology, and the changing international order, reflecting the UAE’s continued engagement with key international forums and its commitment to multilateral dialogue. On the sidelines of the Forum, Nusseibeh held a series…
Sri Lanka has announced free tourist visa, in the form of an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), for nationals of 40 countries. Starting May 25, this scheme includes nationals of India, UAE, Pakistan, among other nations. This applies to those holding diplomatic, official, service, or ordinary passports, according to Sri Lanka’s official ETA website. All foreign nationals from these 40 countries, along with nationals of Maldives, Seychelles and Singapore, who have bilateral reciprocal agreements with Sri Lanka, must obtain the ETA prior to arrival. While the ETA is free effective May 25, if fees were paid by any of these nationals before…
The Dubai Dining Awards 2026, presented by KT Luxe, celebrate the venues and visionaries redefining how the city experiences hospitality today. From boundary-pushing immersive concepts and refined tasting menus to homegrown success stories and cultural tastemakers, here are this year’s winners shaping the city’s distinct dining landscape. Krasota Best Sensory Experience Krasota felt genuinely unlike anything else I have tried in Dubai this year, or ever for that matter. From the moment the experience begins, you are completely immersed in a world where food, technology, sound, art and storytelling all work together in a way that feels incredibly considered rather…
SHARJAH, 25th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC) has launched a new business hub in Al Mamsha, Sharjah, to support women entrepreneurs and business owners through networking, knowledge exchange, and collaboration opportunities. The new space was unveiled during an open gathering organised by the council in the presence of Sheikha Hind bint Majid Al Qasimi, Chairperson of SBWC, alongside board members and business leaders. Participants were introduced to the services and initiatives offered in the new space, designed to serve as a hub for women entrepreneurs and business owners in Sharjah and the UAE. The initiative…
ABU DHABI, 25th May, 2026 (WAM) — The West Asia Archery Federation has approved Fujairah as the host of the third edition of the West Asia Cup 2026, with broad participation from national teams across the region, from October 15 to 22. Abdulrahman bin Ibrahim Al Shadoukhi, Secretary-General of the West Asia Federation, said the championship will feature the under-18, under-21, and senior categories in recurve and compound bow competitions for men and women. He added that the tournament is being held within the framework of supporting and preparing West Asian national team players across all age categories, in addition…
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre has rolled out a full programme of cultural and family activities for Eid Al Adha 2026, with extended hours, exclusive tour routes and Eid takbeer playing across the complex throughout the holiday. Arafat Day falls on Tuesday, May 26, with Eid Al Adha running from Wednesday, May 27 to Friday, May 29. The mosque will host Eid prayer alongside the five daily prayers, and worshippers and visitors from across the UAE are expected to flock to the site over the long weekend. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…
More than 30 cafés across the UAE are inviting residents to stop by for a complimentary or discounted coffee while learning more about multiple sclerosis (MS), as part of a nationwide awareness initiative taking place on May 30 and 31. The campaign, launched in collaboration with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS), aims to spark conversations around the neurological condition through simple, community-led experiences built around coffee culture and social gatherings. Multiple sclerosis is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system, disrupting communication between the brain and body. Symptoms can vary widely and may include fatigue, numbness, vision…
ABU DHABI, 25th May, 2026 (WAM) — Their Highnesses Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates have congratulated King Abdullah II of Jordan on the occasion of his country’s Independence Day. Their Highnesses the Rulers, Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammad Al Qasimi of Sharjah, Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi of Ajman, Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi of Fujairah, Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla of Umm Al Qaiwain, and Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi of Ras Al Khaimah sent separate congratulatory messages to King Abdullah. The Crown Princes and Deputy Rulers of the Emirates also dispatched…