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ABU DHABI, 24th March, 2026 (WAM) – UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from His Excellency Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, to discuss the latest developments in the region and their implications for regional and international security and stability, as well as their impact on the global economy. The call addressed the continued Iranian terrorist attacks targeting the UAE and other countries, including attacks on civilians, civilian infrastructure, and vital facilities, noting that they constitute a violation of sovereignty, international law, and undermine regional and international stability. His Excellency Anwar…
DUBAI, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) at Dubai South has officially inaugurated a new Painting & Grinding Centre developed by Lufthansa Technik Middle East, reinforcing the company’s commitment to expanding its capabilities in the region and strengthening MBRAH’s position as a leading aviation hub supporting advanced aviation services and MRO capabilities. The facility is designed to support component painting and grinding processes used in structural and composite repairs, enabling faster curing and drying times while improving repair efficiency and reducing turnaround times for customers across the region and beyond. The inauguration ceremony was…
DUBAI, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — Hit Show shocked plenty of fans and racing professionals 12 months ago when weaving his way between runners under an inspired Florent Geroux to scoop the Dubai World Cup sponsored by Emirates, but owners Wathnan Racing were not among those to be taken by surprise. Turning for home, the grey son of Candy Ride only had the 2023 winner Ushba Tesoro behind him, but patience paid off as Hit Show surged late to run down Mixto and a rallying Forever Young. Wathnan’s US racing and bloodstock manager, Case Clay, recalls the thrill of that…
The project signals the start of a wider regional strategy, with Futura EDGE already advancing a separate standalone development on Dubai Islands Published: Wed 25 Mar 2026, 9:48 AM European investment company Futura EDGE has launched its first UAE project, Oak Yard Residences, a 19-storey residential development currently under construction in Jumeirah Village Circle, developed in partnership with Dubai-based One Yard Development. The project marks a significant milestone for the company, which brings 16 years of international real estate experience and a portfolio spanning the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, Georgia, and Ukraine to the Dubai market. A company built on…
ABU DHABI, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Department of Community Development (DCD) has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Al Maryah Community Bank (Mbank) aimed at enhancing the financial well-being of individuals and families, supporting social stability, and contributing to improved quality of life across the emirate. Setting out a clear platform for co-operation on the design and development of initiatives that enhance financial wellbeing, the MoU will also seek to raise awareness and embed such practices to enable long-term financial stability for families and the wider community. Within the agreement, focus was also…
ABU DHABI, 24th March, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that the United Arab Emirates hosted the release of a U.S. citizen who had been detained in Afghanistan, facilitating his transfer to the United States, in the presence of representatives from the relevant authorities of both countries. The Ministry conveyed its appreciation to the United States and Afghanistan for the confidence placed in the UAE and for selecting it as the venue for the release operation. This reflects the UAE’s role as a trusted mediator in advancing diplomatic and humanitarian solutions, and underscores its approach to promoting…
Springtime instability Khaleej Times’ Azza Al Ali, reported that Ibrahim Al Jarwan, member of the Arab Union for Astronomy and Space Sciences, took to X to explain the current weather conditions. The current period, he said, marks the season known as ‘Sarayat’ or ‘Marawih’, a time of springtime atmospheric instability during the transitional phase from mid-March to early May. He explained that this season is characterised by the formation of convective clouds, often accompanied by thunderstorms, rainfall, lightning, thunder, and occasional hail. Al Jarwan added that a notable spring weather condition is expected between March 21 and March 27. Waterlogged…
ABU DHABI, 24th March, 2026 (WAM) – UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from Her Excellency Dr Nataša Pirc Musar, President of the Republic of Slovenia, during which she condemned the continued Iranian terrorist attacks targeting the UAE and other countries in the region, including attacks on civilians, civilian infrastructure, and vital facilities, noting that they constitute a violation of sovereignty and international law, and undermine regional security and stability. Her Excellency affirmed Slovenia’s solidarity with the UAE and its support for the measures being taken to safeguard its security, stability,…
Flights are full, malls are active, and residents are going about their routines even as regional tensions continue in the headlines. While the city feels quieter, residents and tourists said that Dubai remains calm and fully functional. A recent post by Varinder Bansal, founder of Omkara Capital, summed up what many tourist and residents are experiencing. Having travelled to Dubai from Mumbai, he noted that his flight was completely full and is a sign that travel into the city has not slowed as much as some online narratives suggest. “The reality is clear, people are still travelling to Dubai. It’s…
ABU DHABI, 24th March, 2026 (WAM) — Rain of varying intensity fell across several parts of the UAE today, Tuesday, covering a broad stretch of the country. According to observations recorded up to 8 pm, rainfall ranged from heavy showers accompanied by thunder and lightning to moderate and light rain across multiple emirates. In a statement, the National Centre of Meteorology said heavy rain with thunder and lightning was recorded in a number of areas in Abu Dhabi, including Al Riyadh, Al Wathba, Zayed International Airport, Khalifa City and Madinat Zayed. Similar conditions were also reported in Al Faya in…