Author: Editorial team
ABU DHABI, 27th May, 2026 (WAM) — Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, conducted an official visit to Australia from 26–27 May 2026, with the aim of further enhancing bilateral relations between the two countries and to discuss areas of mutual interest. Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister of Australia, welcomed Al Hashimy to Australia, and expressed his appreciation for the strategic partnership between both countries. He also reaffirmed Australia’s commitment to the UAE and its people. During the visit, Al Hashimy met with Richard Marles, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence of Australia, following up…
[Editor’s Note: This article is part of Khaleej Times’ Schools and Parents, a dedicated section designed to support families in the UAE as they explore educational choices. The section offers explainers, guidance from education leaders, expert advice and insights from parents to help readers make informed decisions about schools, curricula and communities.] Dubai families will not see an increase in private school tuition fees for the 2026–27 academic year, offering relief amid ongoing cost-of-living pressures. This recent regulatory decision announced by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) reflects Dubai’s continued focus on supporting families and ensuring stability in the education…
ABU DHABI, 27th May, 2026 (WAM) — President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received messages of congratulations on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha from Kings, Presidents, and Emirs of Arab and Islamic countries. 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, received similar congratulatory messages from Arab and Islamic leaders on the occasion. Source: Emirates News Agency
[Editor’s Note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] The members of the Security Council condemned in the strongest terms the egregious drone attack on an electricity generator outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Al Dhafra region in the UAE. They underscored that the attack constitutes a flagrant violation of international law with grave risks for civilian lives, infrastructure and the environment. In a statement issued last night, the members expressed deep concern over this dangerous escalation and demanded the immediate and permanent cessation…
UMM AL QAIWAIN, 28th May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain, this evening received Eid Al-Adha well-wishers at his palace, in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Rashid bin Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla, Crown Prince of Umm Al Qaiwain, and H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla, Deputy Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain. H.H. the Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain accepted greetings and congratulations on the blessed occasion from Sheikhs, Emiratis, dignitaries, directors of local and federal departments, businessmen, traders, chairmen and managers of companies…
A line she typed in passing, asking her husband for money to cover a credit card bill, became the evidence that turned years of marital transfers into a debt she was ordered to repay. She did not think she was writing a legal document. She was a wife, asking her husband for money, mentioning in passing that she needed it to cover a credit card bill. The message sat in their chat for years, the kind of line exchanged in every marriage. Then the marriage ended. And that single line walked into a UAE courtroom and changed her life. Ahmed…
ABU DHABI, 27th May, 2026 (WAM) – UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates, together with Crown Princes, Deputy Rulers, Sheikhs, and well-wishers on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha. Their Highnesses exchanged greetings and best wishes on the blessed occasion, praying for continued prosperity, security, and stability for the UAE and its people. His Highness received His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai; His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member…
One lucky ticket holder became Dh30 million richer on Wednesday night after winning the UAE Lottery jackpot on Eid Al Adha. The winning ticket matched all six numbers — 4, 9, 18, 20, 22 and 24, along with Lucky Number 8 in Draw No. 260527, held at 9.30pm on May 27. According to results published by The UAE Lottery, one player hit the jackpot prize of Dh30 million, while thousands of others also walked away with smaller cash rewards across multiple prize categories. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. No winner was recorded…
SHARJAH, 27th May, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, received well-wishers, on Wednesday, at Al Badi’ Palace, in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha. H.H. the Ruler of Sharjah received Eid greetings on the blessed religious occasion from Sheikhs, top officials, senior officers of the Sharjah Police, the Amiri Guard, the General Directorate of…
The day on Thursday will be fair in general, the National Centre of Meteorology has said. Low clouds appear over the eastern coast by morning. Light to moderate Southwesterly to Northwesterly winds will blow, with a speed of 10 – 20, reaching 30 kmph. Temperatures could be as high as 49ºC in the country. Mercury is set to rise to 43ºC in Abu Dhabi and 40ºC in Dubai. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. However, temperatures could be as low as 27ºC in Abu Dhabi and 28ºC in Dubai and 22ºC in internal…