Author: Editorial team
In what is being hailed as the “chocolatiest crime of the century”, a standard transit route from central Italy to Poland recently turned into a scene straight out of a Hollywood heist movie. A truck carrying a staggering 12 tonnes of KitKat products (totalling approximately 413,793 bars) simply vanished. While cargo theft is usually a more serious logistical nightmare, the nature of the loot gave the Internet all the fuel it needed to turn a grand heist into a grand-scale meme. Nestlé was quick to address the theft, confirming that while the truck and its cargo remain missing, “there are…
RAS AL KHAIMAH, 7th April, 2026 (WAM) — Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) continues to deepen its global engagement as it welcomed over 100 delegates from across international markets in the first quarter of the year, reflecting growing interest in Ras Al Khaimah as a destination for business expansion and collaboration. As businesses increasingly seek resilient, well-connected markets to support their growth strategies, cross-border engagement has become a key driver of long-term partnerships. RAKEZ has emerged as an active platform for dialogue, bringing together representatives from consulates, embassies, and business organisations to explore opportunities within Ras Al Khaimah’s evolving…
ABU DHABI, 7th April, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the National Fund, stated that the UAE’s journey continues with confidence and determination under the wise vision of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. ”This vision is founded on construction, development, and openness to the world, without compromising national identity or distancing from the deeply rooted values and authentic traditions cherished by the people of the UAE throughout history,” said Sheikh Nahyan during his keynote speech at the opening of the…
A major farmers’ market connecting Emirati producers directly with consumers and industry will be a central feature of the UAE’s flagship agriculture event this month, as authorities step up efforts to strengthen local food systems. The expanded Farmers’ Market, part of the Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition 2026 to be held in Al Ain from April 22 to 26, is designed to translate agricultural strategy into real economic value linking local products directly to markets. Officials say the initiative reflects a broader push to boost local production and place farmers at the centre of the national food system, amid growing…
ABU DHABI, 7th April, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates deeply regrets that the UN Security Council (UNSC) failed today to endorse a clear framework for international cooperation in ending Iran’s illegal attacks and threats to the global economy by adopting a draft resolution demanding the immediate cessation of all attacks on vessels and attempts to impede freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. ”The Strait of Hormuz must remain open to all, and the freedom of navigation must be preserved. No country should have the power to shut down the arteries of global commerce and drive the…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] The UAE has expressed its deep regrets on Tuesday, April 7, that the UN Security Council failed to adopt a Bahraini resolution on protecting shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, amid the US-Israel-Iran war. “The Strait of Hormuz must remain open to all, and the freedom of navigation must be preserved. No country should have the power to shut down the arteries of global commerce and drive the world to the brink of economic calamity,” the UAE Mission to the UN said in a statement following the…
If you thought the news of a massive KitKat heist was just an elaborate April Fool’s prank, think again. Nestlé has doubled down on the drama, proving that the disappearance of 12 tonnes of chocolate is, indeed, very real. And that’s not all. They want you to help solve the crime. Following the theft of over 400,000 bars in Europe, the brand has launched an official ‘Stolen KitKat Tracker’. It’s a live web tool that turns every chocolate lover into a digital detective, allowing you to check if the snack in your hand is actually part of the world’s “chocolatiest”…
ABU DHABI, 7th April, 2026 (WAM) — Borouge Plc confirms shareholder approval at its 7th April General Assembly Meeting of a final 2025 dividend of $1.32 billion, reflecting the Company’s strong operational performance and record sales. The final shareholder-approved dividend payment for 2025 amounts to $658 million (8.1 fils per share), bringing the total 2025 dividend to approximately $1.32 billion (16.2 fils per share). The dividend will be paid on or around 7th May 2026 to all shareholders of record as of 17 April 2026. Including this dividend, Borouge Plc will have distributed $4.89 billion in dividends since listing, one…
ABU DHABI, 7th April, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Mubadala Investment Company, has chaired the company’s Board meeting at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi. During the meeting, the Board approved the Board of Directors’ report and the company’s financial statements for 2025, in light of strong financial results and sustained growth across various investment sectors. The Board also approved a number of items listed on the agenda related to the company’s activities. The meeting was…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] Space42 confirmed all its operations are proceeding normally and without any impact on services provided after an Iranian missile targeted the Thuraya Telecommunications Company building in Sharjah on Tuesday, April 7. The company also assured that all Thuraya services and infrastructure remain fully intact and continue to perform their functions without any interruption in services provided to customers and partners. Two Pakistani expats were moderately injured in the incident, which happened on Tuesday afternoon. The injured individuals were transferred to a hospital for treatment. Stay up to date…