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Anti-Fraud Centre urges public to deal only with authorised entities and report suspicious offers Dubai: Dubai Police have warned the public against fraudulent advertisements promoting work, residency and visit visas in exchange for money, as scammers increasingly use social media platforms and messaging applications to target victims. The warning was issued by the Anti-Fraud Centre at the General Department of Criminal Investigation as part of Dubai Police’s ongoing “Be Aware of Fraud” awareness campaign. According to Dubai Police, fraudsters often use the names of unlicensed companies and offices or impersonate official entities to convince victims to transfer money in exchange…
BRUSSELS, 25th August, 2026 (WAM) — European gas prices have risen amid growing concerns over unusually low storage levels ahead of winter, as supply disruptions continue and maintenance work constrains Norwegian gas supplies. On the leading Dutch natural gas futures market, prices rose by as much as 5 percent on Monday before easing slightly to €68.5 per megawatt hour, up around 4 percent, according to The Brussels Times, citing Belgian news agency Belga. European gas storage facilities are currently around 62 percent full, the lowest level recorded for this time of year since 2009. There is particular concern about Germany,…
SHARJAH, 25th August, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved the new administrative divisions for Khorfakkan City, comprising four suburbs: Khorfakkan City, Al Owainat, Al Sih and Al Sabihiyah. His Highness also announced the commencement of work on plans and studies and the tendering process to establish a hospital similar to the University Hospital branch in Al Madam in each of Kalba, Khorfakkan and Dibba Al Hisn. His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah said in a phone-in on the “Direct Line” programme: “I was informed that…
Apple’s new Mac mini features the M6 or M5 Pro chip, upgraded connectivity and enhanced support for on-device AI workloads. Apple’s first 2-nanometre chip powers faster on-device AI, graphics and everyday computing, while M5 Ultra targets demanding professional and frontier AI workloads Apple has introduced its M6 and M5 Ultra chips, expanding the performance and artificial intelligence capabilities of its desktop portfolio. The company also unveiled a new Mac mini powered by M6 or M5 Pro, with availability beginning on September 22. M6, Apple’s first chip manufactured using a 2-nanometre process, features a new 12-core CPU, 12-core GPU, Dual 16-core…
Evoking broad participation from the global pharmaceutical industry, the event welcomes visitors and participants from 85 countries to the Dubai World Trade Centre Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Hasher bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Media Incorporated, today inaugurated the 31st edition of the Dubai International Pharmaceuticals and Technologies Conference and Exhibition (DUPHAT 2026), the largest global gathering of its kind for pharmaceutical companies in the Middle East and Africa. Held at Dubai World Trade Centre, the event welcomes more than 25,000 visitors and participants from 85 countries and continues until 27 August. His Highness Sheikh Hasher was…
Forget the traditional school bus. Some children in Dubai are arriving at the school gates in private chauffeur driven cars as parents turn to limousine companies for the daily school run. The companies offering these services say safety remains a key part of transporting children without their parents. From vetted drivers and GPS tracking to WhatsApp pick up and drop off notifications, both companies said measures are in place to keep parents updated throughout the journey. Speaking exclusively to Khaleej Times, Fairway Travel & Transport employee Riyaz Kizhissery said the company receives around two to three requests a month from parents…
DUBAI, 24th August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has achieved significant operational and financial gains by re-engineering its major gas turbine inspection and maintenance processes, saving 229 workdays and AED40 million over seven years compared to business as usual. The initiative has substantially reduced maintenance outage durations, enhanced generation unit availability and optimised the utilisation of human and technical resources, delivering sustainable long-term value to the organisation and its stakeholders. Developed by DEWA’s Generation Division, the innovative practice received a prestigious Seven-Star Rating at the International Best Practice Competition, establishing it as a global benchmark for…
ABU DHABI, 25th August, 2026 (WAM) — Reflecting its key role in strengthening the UAE’s leading position within the international financial system, the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE), in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and the UAE Banks Federation, will host the annual UAE Banks’ Reception in Bangkok on 15 October 2026. The reception will take place on the sidelines of the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group, being held in Bangkok from 12 to 18 October 2026. This year’s reception represents a strategic milestone in enhancing the presence…
ABU DHABI, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — TRENDS Research & Advisory, part of the TRENDS Group, will participate for the first time in the 2026 Moscow International Book Fair as a Knowledge Partner for the 39th edition of the fair, which will be held from 2nd to 6th September at the Gostiny Dvor Exhibition Complex in Moscow. TRENDS will present more than 500 diverse research publications, along with a collection of scientific series, original and translated books, and economic, political, social, and forward-looking studies. TRENDS’ participation will include more than four seminars and discussion sessions analysing current international issues, as…
Google Cloud recently announced a strategic partnership with Verizon focused on deploying AI across the operator’s customer experience, network operations and internal functions. Under the agreement, Verizon will use Google Cloud’s full AI stack to help modernise customer experiences, unify enterprise data and scale AI use across the company. Alfonso Villanueva, Verizon’s chief transformation officer and EVP of Verizon Consumer, said serving customers individually requires working AI-first throughout the organisation. Karthik Narain, Chief Product and Business Officer at Google Cloud, added Verizon is demonstrating what full-scale AI transformation looks like for a global enterprise, integrating everything from high-performance infrastructure and…