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ABU DHABI, 14th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) announced that the total number of beneficiaries from the Corporate Tax Late Registration Penalty Waiver initiative exceeded 68,600 Taxable Persons for Corporate Tax purposes during 2025 and the elapsed period of 2026. The FTA expected the total number to increase to more than 91,000 beneficiaries from the esteemed Cabinet Decision regarding the initiative to waive administrative penalties incurred by Taxable Persons for Corporate Tax purposes and certain categories of Exempt Persons required to register with the FTA, because of late submission of registration applications within the legally specified…
DUBAI, 14th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) will organise the eleventh edition of the Knowledge Summit on 17th and 18th November 2026, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Themed ‘Knowledge: Navigating Crises in a Changing World,’ Knowledge Summit 2026 coincides with rapid global transformations across economic, technological, and social domains, underscoring the need for new, knowledge-based models that can address various crises and transform them into opportunities for sustainable growth. It also serves as an advanced knowledge platform, convening leading decision-makers, experts, and specialists from…
Sony is offering a now customary range of AI and camera-related highlights for its latest Xperia smartphone model. With the Qualcomm Snapdragon processor it runs on being seen as the real selling point by some. The Snapdragon Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform provides the Xperia 1 VIII with mmWave 5G compatibility, a first for the SIM free (unlocked) versions of the Sony range albeit a feature previously available on models sold through operators. Having access to the ultra-high throughput and similarly-low latency mmWave 5G delivers plays to the AI and imaging strengths Sony continues to emphasise in its Xperia 1…
UAE Minister Reem Al Hashimy has emphasised the deep people-to-people contacts between her country and India, saying every Emirati probably will have “some connection with India” one way or the other. In an interview with ANI ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit on May 15, she said trade between India and the UAE has been a significant part of the relationship, whether it is in terms of clothes or spices the future cannot be without a strong India and a strong UAE. She also spoke of respect in the two countries for traditional medicine knowledge and of bilateral ties…
Yes, Dubai has no shortage of breakfast spots and luxury brunches, but few come with lions stretching, roaring, and beginning their morning routine just metres away from your table. At Dubai Safari Park’s “Dine in the Wild” experience, guests are invited to swap city cafés for a wildlife setting where the soundtrack is made up of lion calls, birds, and rustling trees instead of traffic and coffee machines. Set beside the park’s lion habitat, the experience combines breakfast with close-up encounters and guided tours across the park, giving visitors the chance to learn more about the animals and conservation efforts…
AL AIN, 14th May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, has toured neighbourhoods in the Al Shiwayb area, as part of his ongoing visits to follow up on the needs and well-being of citizens and review the latest updates to services and development projects across Al Ain Region. Following the tour, H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed met and conversed with residents of the area at Majlis Al Shiwayb, reflecting the strong bonds between the leadership and citizens, and underscoring his commitment to maintaining direct engagement with people throughout Al Ain…
A U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) bureau recently approved the sale of approximately 65MHz of EchoStar spectrum to SpaceX and 50MHz to AT&T. These transactions ended up totalling more than $40 billion in deal value. The FCC’s Wireless Telecommunications Bureau and Space Bureau issued the approvals for EchoStar to sell the spectrum assets to SpaceX and AT&T. FCC chairman Brendan Carr framed the approvals as a cornerstone of the Trump administration’s broader effort to reclaim global leadership in next-generation connectivity. Carr positioned the approvals as part of a two-track spectrum strategy combining secondary-market transactions with FCC auctions, with the agency…
The UAE has strongly condemned the terrorist attack on an Indian-flagged vessel off the coast of Oman. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA), in a statement, affirmed that this attack constitutes a grave threat to the safety of international navigation. It also called it a dangerous escalation aimed at undermining the stability of vital waterways. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The UAE expressed its solidarity with India and its full support for all measures taken to protect the security and safety of its vessels and interests. Freedom of navigation in Strait…
ABU DHABI, 14th May, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) highlighted the impact of a number of its development projects that have collectively contributed to improving the lives of more than 1.3 million families and beneficiaries across developing countries worldwide, reflecting its continued commitment to advancing sustainable socioeconomic development and strengthening resilient communities through strategic, high-impact investments. ADFD’s development portfolio spans Asia, Africa, and other developing regions, delivering tangible impact at scale through investments that strengthen infrastructure, expand access to essential services, and create long-term economic opportunities for communities. The announcement aligns with the UAE’s “Year of…
Born during a period of regional tension and named after the Arabic word for peace, Salam, Dubai Safari Park’s white rhino calf, has quickly become one of the destination’s biggest stars this season. Now, the park is inviting UAE residents who share his name to come meet him for free. As part of its newly launched “Month of Salam” campaign, Dubai Safari Park is offering complimentary Safari Bundle tickets to visitors named Salam or Salama before the park closes for summer on May 31. The campaign was announced during a special session at the park on Thursday, May 14, where…