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A young Indian man was allegedly stabbed to death in what is believed to have been a dispute over a social media video. Sharjah Police confirmed to Khaleej Times that the incident is under investigation and more information will be released soon. The 40-year-old Indian man has been identified, but Khaleej Times is withholding his identity at this stage. Salam Papinassery, CEO of YAB Legal, said the company is in the process of repatriating the man’s body to India. More to follow soon. Please refresh this page for the full version. Source: Khaleej Times

The UAE is set to become the first country outside the US to roll out an oral version of Wegovy, marking a major shift in how obesity is treated globally, according to a senior Novo Nordisk executive. Speaking to Khaleej Times, Emil Kongshoj Larsen, executive vice-president for international operations at Novo Nordisk, said obesity can be treated as a chronic disease and that patients often require long-term medical support alongside lifestyle changes. He believes the UAE is well-positioned to play a leading role in improving obesity-related health outcomes. “Obesity is typically a chronic, progressive and relapsing disease,” Larsen said, adding…

SHARJAH, 3rd June May, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the 27th Sharjah Cultural Forum was held in Rabat, honouring four prominent Moroccan cultural figures for their contributions to Arab literature and thought. The forum recognised poet and novelist Mohamed Ashari, writer and critic Abdel Fattah Kilito, writer and critic Ahmed Al-Madini, and academic and researcher Dr Houria Al-Khamlichi. Held at the National Library in Rabat, the ceremony was attended by Mohammed Ibrahim Al Qasir, Director of the Cultural Affairs Department at the…

The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources and the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation announce that Monday, June 15, 2026, is an official holiday on the occasion of the Hijri New Year 1448 for federal government entities and the private sector. Source: Khaleej Times

BHM Capital, the leading financial institution in the capital markets of the United Arab Emirates, announced the activation of Amman Stock Exchange (ASE) market coverage through Tabadul, the cross-border digital trading platform under Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), further enhancing regional market connectivity. With this activation, BHM Capital becomes the first financial institution in the UAE to provide its clients with access to trading on the Amman Stock Exchange through Tabadul, reinforcing its position as a pioneer in expanding regional market connectivity and cross-border investment opportunities. The addition of the Amman Stock Exchange to BHM Capital’s active market coverage enhances…

[Editor’s Note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] A top UAE diplomat called for a “firm, unified and cohesive” Gulf response after Iranian drone and missile strikes on Kuwait and Bahrain, as Iran and the US traded attacks in the wee hours of Wednesday. The remark from Anwar Gargash follows an Iranian drone strike on June 3 that hit a passenger terminal at Kuwait’s international airport, injuring several people and suspending air traffic. The incident heightened tensions across the Gulf and prompted Gargash to call for coordinated diplomatic…

AMMAN, 3rd June, 2026 (WAM/FANA) — Driven by defensive fiscal engineering and structural overhauls under its long-term Economic Modernisation Vision, Jordan’s economy is charting an aggressively resilient trajectory, decoupling its growth core from the geopolitical tensions in the region. Despite regional volatility choking critical legacy sectors like tourism, Amman has spent the first half of the year executing a disciplined economic blueprint. This strategy hinges on three structural growth drivers, including inbound capital expenditure, macro-scale industrial employment, and an aggressive expansion of its geographic export footprint. The Kingdom is doubling down on high-value, multi-billion-dollar infrastructure plays and clean energy transition…

ABU DHABI, 3rd June, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA) has invited organisations across the UAE’s semi-government, private and third sectors to apply for the fourth cycle of the Parent-friendly Label (PFL), with applications open until 31st July 2026. The voluntary nationwide workplace award recognises organisations that foster supportive and inclusive work environments for parents, contributing to positive outcomes for employers, employees, children and society. The programme’s fourth cycle marks a significant milestone, with government entities participating for the first time through a pilot launched in collaboration with the Ministry of Family. Coinciding with the UAE’s…

As the UAE continues accelerating its transformation into one of the world’s leading smart city ecosystems, OMODA & JAECOO is highlighting the growing role humanoid robots and AI-powered smart mobility technologies could play in shaping future urban experiences through its AiMOGA intelligent robotics platform and advanced VPD (Valet Parking Driver) technology. Developed jointly with the AiMOGA team, the company’s humanoid and intelligent service robots are already being deployed across real-world public service environments globally, showcasing how artificial intelligence, robotics, and smart mobility technologies are increasingly converging beyond traditional automotive applications. The latest demonstrations include the deployment of AiMOGA’s intelligent traffic…

ABU DHABI, 3rd June, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed in a phone call with Paulo Rangel, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Portugal, regional developments and the repercussions of Iran’s unprovoked terrorist attacks targeting civilian sites and facilities in the UAE using missiles and drones. The two ministers reviewed the serious implications of the terrorist attacks for international maritime navigation, energy supplies and the global economy. They also discussed ways to strengthen international efforts to promote security and lasting peace in the region. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah…