Author: Editorial team

For many Europeans, their first stop for all things clothing, accessories, beauty products and household articles is usually the branch of an Ireland-headquartered retailer, going by the name Primark. Specialising in fast fashion and with more than 450 stores around the world, Primark is making its entry into the United Arab Emirates, with its first store in Dubai opening at the Dubai Mall on March 26. This store is being brought to the region through a partnership with Kuwait-based Alshaya Group. The retailer said in an Instagram post that the store would open on March 26 at 10 am. We…

ABU DHABI, 26th March, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, offered his condolences on the death of martyr Mohammed Aznibla, the civilian contractor in the UAE Armed Forces of Moroccan nationality, who was martyred during a routine mission in the sisterly Kingdom of Bahrain, following an Iranian missile attack that targeted the Kingdom. H.H. Sheikh Saif bin Zayed, during his visit to the condolence gathering at Al Wathba Majlis in Abu Dhabi, expressed his sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the family of the martyr, praying…

DUBAI, 26th March, 2026 (WAM) — Emaar Development PJSC today held its Annual General Meeting (AGM), during which the Board of Directors reviewed the company’s financial performance for 2025 and discussed its strategic outlook for the coming period. During the AGM, shareholders approved the Board of Directors’ proposal to distribute a dividend of AED4 billion (US$ 1.1 billion), representing 100% of the share capital. Shareholders also approved the Board’s report on the company’s activities and financial position, along with the Auditor’s report. Emaar Development recorded its highest-ever property sales of AED71.1 billion (US$ 19.4 billion) in 2025, reflecting a 9%…

Aleria, a sovereign AI infrastructure provider, recently announced a major expansion of its sovereign AI infrastructure with NVIDIA technology. The expansion brings 8,640 NVIDIA Grace Blackwell Ultra GPUs to the United States, with plans to expand to 16,000, and deliver 28 racks of NVIDIA DGX Vera Rubin NVL72 to the UAE, marking one of the first deployments of this class of system in the region. Aleria has already demonstrated that sovereign AI factories can be deployed and operated at national scale. This expansion reflects the confidence of governments and national enterprises in that proven model, and their commitment to scaling…

The UAE air defences engaged 15 ballistic missiles and 11 drones launched from Iran on Thursday March 26, the country’s Ministry of Defence said in its daily update on the war. “Since the start of the blatant Iranian attacks, UAE air defences have engaged 372 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,826 UAVs,” the ministry clarified. The attacks resulted in the martyrdom of two members of the armed forces while performing their national duty, in addition to the martyrdom of a Moroccan civilian contracted by the Armed Forces. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…

Dubai-based retail giant Brands For Less has launched a new initiative aimed at supporting the UAE’s small business ecosystem that could actually make a difference where it matters. Running across March 25 and 26, the programme is designed to open doors for entrepreneurs and SMEs who are currently navigating a more complex and, in many cases, more uncertain economic environment. Taking to its social media, Brands For Less shared the following message, “If you’re in the UAE and need support, we’re here to listen. Whether you have a small business, a concept, or know someone who does, reach out. No…

ABU DHABI, 26th March, 2026 (WAM) — The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) expects that tomorrow’s weather will be partly cloudy to cloudy, with some convective clouds, accompanied by heavy rainfall over most areas of the country at intervals, and a drop in temperatures. In a statement, the Centre noted that winds will be southeasterly to northeasterly at 15 to 30, reaching up to 60 km/h. The sea in the Arabian Gulf will be rough, especially with clouds. The second high tide will occur at 08:05, and the first low tide at 15:02. In the Sea of Oman, the waves…

DUBAI, 26th March, 2026 (WAM) — The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation PJSC (Empower), held with a quorum of 85 percent of the company’s paid-up share capital, approved the Board of Directors’ proposal to distribute cash dividends of AED437.5 million (4.375 fils per share equivalent to 43.75% of the company’s paid-up capital) to shareholders for second half of the year 2025. The AGM of Empower was held today, chaired by Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Chairman of the Board of Directors, and attended by Ahmad Bin Shafar, CEO, along with members of the Board of…

Over 100 motorcycles were seized in Fujairah on Thursday amid recent intensified traffic campaigns against traffic violatiors in the emirate, as part of sustained efforts to ensure road safety and maintain public order. The General Command of Fujairah Police said that the 173 motorcylces were also confiscated after the riders committed traffic violations, in addition to causing excessive noise and disturbing sounds. “These actions contributed to disturbing public comfort and disrupting the tranquility of citizens and residents,” the authority stated in a statement. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. In another emirate, Sharjah,…

DUBAI, 26th March, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chambers has hosted a meeting with senior representatives from the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) to enhance trade and investment flows between Dubai and India. During the meeting, the two sides agreed to develop a joint action plan aimed at broadening business partnerships across a range of priority sectors. The meeting was led by Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, and Chandrajit Banerjee, Director-General of the Confederation of Indian Industry, together with senior representatives from both organisations. The discussions addressed the main elements of the action plan with the…