Author: Editorial team
Seventeen years ago today, history was scripted in Dubai as the world’s first cloned camel was born in the emirate. Named Injaz, meaning achievement in Arabic, the female calf arrived at the Camel Reproduction Centre (CRC) after a 378-day pregnancy. Scientists had taken a cell from an adult female camel, fused it with an egg cell, and implanted it into a surrogate — a process that took five years of failed attempts before success. At the time, cloning was still approached with caution. The memory of Dolly the sheep, the first cloned mammal born in 1996 in the UK, loomed…
Dubai’s dining scene has a new feel‑good twist: a citywide “pay‑it‑forward” platform that lets you buy treats in advance for someone you may never meet. TreatOnUs.ae turns simple acts of kindness into direct support for local restaurants, while inviting venues to surprise guests, neighbours and those in need with prepaid coffees, desserts and dishes. What is ‘Treat On Us’? This is a new community‑driven initiative created by entrepreneur Alexander Sysoev, inviting people in Dubai to purchase meals and drinks in advance that restaurants then pass on as gestures of care. Inspired by the age-old suspended coffee tradition, it offers a…
The UAE Lottery announced the results of Lucky Day draw number 260408, held under the twice-weekly format on Wedneaday. The winning numbers for the draw were: Days: 4, 20, 17, 18, 9 and 19 Lucky Month: 1 Lucky Chance winners As part of the Lucky Chance segment, three players won Dh50,000 each. The winning Lucky Chance IDs were: AC0126170 CU7153459 DD8006872 Lucky Day draws are now held every Wednesday and Saturday, giving players more chances to win under the updated format. The game features a Dh30 million grand prize, a Dh5 million second prize, and Lucky Chance prizes in every…
There’s a certain rhythm to how global brands enter the Dubai market. For Ulta Beauty, that rhythm has picked up rather quickly. Just two months after opening its first UAE store at Mall of the Emirates in January, the American beauty giant has officially opened doors to its second location at Dubai Mall on March 27, marking its rapid growth in one of the world’s most competitive retail landscapes. If Mall of the Emirates served as Ulta’s introduction to the UAE consumer — a way to familiarise shoppers with its distinctly American, all-under-one-roof beauty format — then Dubai Mall represents…
FUJAIRAH, 8th April, 2026 (WAM) — Fujairah Martial Arts Club announced that the list selected to join the Sports Talent Care and National Sports Support Programme includes taekwondo athletes Mozon Issa and Salma Al Naqbi, and fencer Abdullah Al Samahi. Nader Abu Shawish, Director of Fujairah Martial Arts Club, stated that this step reflects the high quality of diverse talents within the club, the significant development in combat sports, and the outstanding achievements accomplished in the name of the UAE, under the support of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah. He pointed out that the…
FUJAIRAH, 9th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Emirate of Fujairah is distinguished by its unique geological diversity, hosting rich rock formations that reflect a deep natural history. It features mountainous areas of scientific and mining significance, including the Kassar area, which represents a clear model of layered and complex rock structures, including foliated rocks and formations associated with fault zones. The emirate’s mining areas are divided into three main zones, led by the first zone encompassing Fujairah, Al Hail and surrounding areas, which is characterised by the availability of diverse raw materials, making it a key hub for mining activities…
ABU DHABI, 8th April, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates is closely following the announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, and is seeking further clarification on the agreement’s provisions to ensure Iran’s full commitment to an immediate cessation of all hostilities in the region and the complete and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) underscored that the unprovoked Iranian attacks targeting infrastructure, energy facilities, and civilian sites over the past 40 days – which included 2,819 ballistic and cruise…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] The unprovoked Iranian attacks on the UAE necessitate a firm position, including ensuring that Tehran is held accountable and fully liable for damages and reparations, the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Mofa) said in a statement on Wednesday, following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire in the US-Israel-Iran war. The UAE made clear that it is closely following the announcement by US President Donald Trump regarding the 14-day ceasefire, and is seeking further clarification on the agreement’s provisions “to ensure Iran’s full commitment to an immediate cessation…
For many mums and dads in the UAE, parenting right now feels like a constant juggle of work, news alerts, academic pressure and family responsibilities. And doing it solo or without the necessary support system, the “village”, can feel even more nerve-wracking. “When parents are stressed and routines are disrupted, everyone in the house will be affected,” says UAE-based clinical psychologist Dr Saliha Afridi. “Children display all sorts of symptoms ranging from behavioural to emotional and academic difficulties.” Some children can become more withdrawn while others become more clingy, she adds. “Some will oscillate between extreme moods because they are…
ABU DHABI, 8th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Royal Stables will host the UAE National Dressage Championships for the first time on April 11–12, 2026, held in conjunction with the UAE Equestrian and Racing Federation, welcoming the country’s leading riders and horses for the pinnacle event of the national dressage season. Staged over two days at the legacy Abu Dhabi venue, the Championships will see over 50 combinations compete for the prestigious National Championship titles across all levels. Day one will feature the set test classes, where riders perform prescribed movements before a panel of judges, demonstrating precision, harmony and…