Author: Editorial team
KUWAIT, 9th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kuwait on Friday strongly condemned the reprehensible Iranian attacks targeting the United Arab Emirates with ballistic missiles and drones. In an official statement issued on May 8 by the Kuwait News Agency, the ministry said the continued attacks represent a “flagrant violation” of the UAE’s sovereignty and pose a direct threat to its security and stability. It added that the escalation undermines regional efforts aimed at reducing tensions and maintaining stability. The ministry reaffirmed Kuwait’s full solidarity with the UAE and voiced support for all measures it takes…
Airfares from the UAE to major Arab destinations have surged by as much as 45 per cent ahead of the Eid Al Adha holiday, as strong seasonal demand, limited seat availability and a rise in last-minute bookings put pressure on regional routes, according to travel industry executives. Travel agencies said demand for flights to key Arab cities has accelerated sharply in recent weeks, with Saudi Arabia emerging as the strongest market amid overlapping Eid and Hajj travel demand. Praveen Choudhary, managing director of Al Saffron Travel & Tourism LLC, said flight seat occupancy on several routes has risen by around…
ABU DHABI, 8th May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has transitioned Archer’s Midnight aircraft into a Restricted Type Certificate (RTC) program, advancing the regulatory path for the aircraft’s entry into service in the UAE. Archer is the first eVTOL manufacturer to transition to an RTC certification track with the GCAA, utilising an airworthiness pathway aligned with international aviation frameworks. The RTC programme provides an established pathway for Archer to begin limited commercial operations. It also ensures that Midnight is developed under a regulatory baseline that supports long-term commercial viability within the UAE. This milestone follows…
SHARJAH, 7th May, 2026 (WAM) — American University of Sharjah (AUS) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the UAE Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications Office to launch “Digital Talents in Sharjah” and advance the development of future-ready talent in artificial intelligence (AI) and technology fields. The agreement underscores a shared commitment to equipping students and alumni with the skills, knowledge and practical readiness needed to contribute meaningfully to national development, in line with the UAE Strategy for Artificial Intelligence. The launch was witnessed by Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital…
CAIRO, 9th May, 2026 (WAM) — Egypt strongly condemned on Friday the blatant Iranian attacks targeting the territory of the United Arab Emirates, resultig in a number of injuries. Egypt affirmed in a statement carried by the Middle East News Agency (MENA) that the continuous and repeated attacks are a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the UAE, a clear violation of international law and the Charter of the United Nations, and a direct threat to the security and stability of the region. Furthermore, the attacks represent an unacceptable escalation that undermines all regional and international efforts aimed at de-escalation…
With many working professionals in the UAE living paycheck to paycheck, financial experts are urging residents to build an emergency fund as a necessity. As layoffs, pay cuts, and furloughs become a harsh reality for many in recent times, the experts argue that old rules of saving no longer apply. Sonal Chiber, Senior Financial Services Consultant at Crisil Coalition Greenwich, believes that preparing for a rainy day is now “foundational to financial resilience.” She advises that people can no longer afford to keep their long-term investments and emergency liquidity in the same bucket. “Individuals should aim to build an emergency…
ABU DHABI, 8th May, 2026 (WAM) — Emaar Properties concluded its participation in the fifth edition of Make it in the Emirates (MIITE), the largest edition to date, reaffirming its commitment to supporting the UAE’s industrial ecosystem and advancing local value creation. Held from 4th to 7th May 2026 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, Make it in the Emirates marked its fifth anniversary as a key national platform connecting manufacturers, investors, and strategic partners. Under this year’s theme, “Advanced Industry. Emerging Stronger.”, the event continued to play a central role in accelerating the UAE’s industrial growth, attracting over 122,500 visitors,…
SHARJAH, 8th May, 2026 (WAM) — The University of Sharjah (UOS) held the second technical exchange meeting with the Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC) to present the progress and key findings of joint research projects funded by the corporation under the SNOC Professorial Chair, established through a partnership agreement between the two institutions. Professor Dr. Issam Al-Din Ibrahim Ajami, Chancellor of the University of Sharjah (UOS), welcomed the attendees, emphasising that this collaboration is rooted in the strategic vision of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, President of the University of Sharjah, and President…
RIYADH, 9th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has expressed its condemnation and denunciation in the strongest terms of the Iranian targeting — through missiles and drones — of civilian and economic facilities in the UAE. In a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed the Kingdom’s solidarity with the UAE in all measures it takes to safeguard its sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity. The Ministry also called on Iran to cease these attacks, adhere to the principles of international law and relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions, and…
Many first-time applicants imagine foster care as a simple act of love, paperwork, approval, then bringing a child home. The reality, foster mothers in the UAE say, is far more complex. “There was a time I thought I’d knock on a door, see children, and choose one,” said Wadha Al Marri, manager of the newly launched Foster Families Society and mother of three. “I had no idea I would wait years.” Al Marri first applied to foster in 2013 after years of unsuccessful fertility treatments that took her across countries, including Thailand, South Korea, Germany, Britain, the US and Jordan. Stay…