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DUBAI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), received Aliaksei Zhaldybin, Consul General of Belarus in Dubai, with the meeting underscoring the growing importance of UAE-Belarus relations and exploring avenues for cooperation in renewable energy, innovation and sustainable development. The engagement reflects DEWA’s ongoing commitment to partnering with international stakeholders and diplomatic missions, further cementing Dubai’s reputation as a global leader in clean energy and sustainable development. The meeting was attended by senior DEWA officials, among them Waleed bin Salman, Executive Vice President of Business Development and Excellence;…

A giant chocolate box at Kite Beach will soon become a canvas for messages of hope, kindness, and unity as FIX Dessert Chocolatier launches a new public art installation aimed at celebrating community spirit in the UAE. Running on May 9 and 10 from 4 pm until midnight, the “Messages from the UAE” activation invites residents to submit heartfelt notes through digital tablets placed inside an interactive FIX Hero Box installation. The messages will appear in real time as part of a growing digital word cloud, later inspiring a limited-edition FIX chocolate box design. The initiative is being launched in…

ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — Burjeel Holdings unveiled a new integrated healthcare project in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, during its participation in the fifth edition of Make it in the Emirates 2026. Spanning 387,000 square meters, the project will bring together advanced clinical care, medical education, scientific research, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and health innovation, supporting the development of medical industries and strengthening local self-sufficiency in the healthcare sector. Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Burjeel Holdings, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the Group is working to build a next-generation healthcare ecosystem that integrates…

ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — EasyLease, the UAE’s leading provider of integrated mobility solutions and a subsidiary of IHC, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Empala, a UAE-based electric vehicle mobility company focused on transforming last-mile delivery through purpose-built electric motorbikes, to conduct a proof of concept programme for electric delivery bikes within EasyLease’s last mile delivery and fleet management operations. Under the MoU, electric delivery bikes supplied by Empala will be utilised within selected live delivery routes. The programme is designed to generate operational and performance data under real delivery conditions, enabling EasyLease to evaluate the…

The UAE’s passenger train project has reached a milestone with the unveiling of Etihad Rail’s first station in Fujairah, offering an early glimpse of what travellers can expect. The station’s cream-and-grey palette, combined with expansive glass and modern finishes, creates a bright, futuristic space. The interiors feature the trademark grey colours with abundant natural light, accentuated by LED lights. On Tuesday, Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, and Etihad Rail Chairman Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited the station and…

ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — Major General Sheikh Ahmed bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, affirmed that 6th May remains a deeply rooted national occasion, marking the anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces and reflecting its broad national, political, social, economic and developmental significance. In a statement marking the 50th anniversary, he said the Armed Forces represent the backbone of security and stability in the UAE and are entrusted under the Constitution with defending the Union and safeguarding its territory and sovereignty. He added, “Five decades have passed since…

A fire broke out on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at an under-construction building in Dubai’s Marina, according to two eyewitnesses who reported hearing lots of sirens in the area. The two sources added that firefighters rushed to the scene of the fire to bring the flames under control. Visuals from the area showed thick smoke billowing in the sky as a result. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. No more information on the incident was immediately available. Dubai media office has not issued any statements until now. Source: Khaleej Times

ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) and Honeywell today announced a new collaboration to pursue potential opportunities for the development of advanced cybersecurity programmes across the country. The companies announced the collaboration at Make it in the Emirates 2026 and aim to reinforce national efforts to localise cyber resilience capabilities and build a secure, sustainable, and future-ready digital economy. Through this collaboration, CSC and Honeywell will work together to enhance cybersecurity readiness by localising cyber services, advancing capacity-building initiatives, and supporting the development of forward-looking cyber policies aligned with national frameworks. They will…

NEW YORK, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — The United Nations has expressed deep concern over the missile and drone attacks launched by Iran against the United Arab Emirates yesterday, Monday, which resulted in at least three injuries and caused a fire at an oil facility in the Fujairah oil industrial zone. This came in remarks made today by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the United Nations, in which he also voiced concern over a number of strikes in the region targeting vessels in and around the Strait of Hormuz in recent days, noting that this reflects the increasing risk of a…

For thousands of residents living in suburbs along the upcoming Dubai Metro Blue Line, daily commutes that now stretch beyond an hour each way could become shorter and easier once the line is operational, with construction of the new route now underway. Currently many residents from areas such as International City, Warsan and Dubai Silicon Oasis said that they spend over an hour travelling to work during peak periods, whether by car, bus or a combination of public transport. For Awais Ahmed, a Pakistani expat living in International City and working in DIFC, the day starts early. “I usually take…