Author: Editorial team

BRUSSELS, 27th June, 2026 (WAM) — The European Commission has rejected US President Donald Trump’s warning that tariffs of up to 100 percent could be imposed on exports from European countries that introduce new digital taxes on US technology companies, affirming that the European Union would respond firmly should such measures be implemented. A European Commission spokesperson in Brussels said the European Union and its member states have the sovereign right to regulate economic activities within their territories in line with their democratic values and international obligations, describing any unilateral measures targeting such policies as unjustified. The spokesperson added that…

DUBAI, 27th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), in cooperation with the Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority, has planted 700 mangrove trees at the Jebel Ali Marine Sanctuary in 2026, mobilising 254 volunteers who contributed 508 hours of service. The initiative forms part of a wider series of beach clean-up and mangrove planting activities organised since the start of the year to support environmental sustainability and protect marine biodiversity. “Driven by our commitment to social responsibility, we continue to advance efforts to protect the environment and preserve its biodiversity while championing nature-based solutions to…

Residents in the UAE can expect fair to partly cloudy weather conditions on Sunday, June 28, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The weather department noted that the clouds may be convective by Sunday afternoon in the eastern areas, while conditions will remain generally warm across the country. Temperatures are expected to peak at around 44°C in some areas. Dubai will see a slightly cooler high of 38°C, down from 40°C two days prior, while Abu Dhabi is forecast to reach up to 39°C. Lowest temperature in Abu Dhabi is expected to be 27ºC, while that in Dubai…

SHARJAH, 27th June, 2026 (WAM) — The fifth Khorfakkan Mango Festival opened yesterday in Khorfakkan, recording a 40 percent increase in participation compared with the previous edition. Organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) in cooperation with the Municipal Council of Khorfakkan, Khorfakkan City Municipality and Expo Khorfakkan, the festival runs until Sunday evening under the theme “Mango: Our Fruit, Our Wealth”. This year’s edition brings together 55 farmers, leading agriculture and fertilisation companies, and productive families from across the UAE. Delegations from Oman, Qatar and Kuwait, as well as participants from Uganda, are also taking part,…

AL AIN, 27th June May, 2026 (WAM) — SEHA, a subsidiary of PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, announced the opening of “Best of ASCO 2026 UAE”, a two-day oncology education programme convened by the Department of Oncology at SEHA’s Tawam Hospital to bring selected updates from the “ASCO 2026” Annual Meeting to the UAE oncology community. Taking place on 27th and 28th June 2026 at Al Ain Rotana Hotel, the programme brings together oncology professionals from across the UAE to review key scientific developments and explore their implications for real-world clinical settings across the country. The…

[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Iran MOU.] Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, hailed the framework agreement between Lebanon and Israel on Saturday, as an important and positive step toward restoring the Lebanese state’s full sovereignty over its territory. On Friday, Washington, the sponsor of the deal, released the text of the agreement which aims at ending hostilities that have been a violent second front of the Middle East war. According to the deal, Israel and Lebanon, with US support, “affirm their shared goal of achieving lasting peace and security”. The…

ABU DHABI, 27th June, 2026 (WAM) — Specialised Rehabilitation Hospital (SRH), a leading rehabilitation hospital under Capital Health, has broken ground on a major new extension in Abu Dhabi, marking the next phase in its development as an integrated hospital for rehabilitation and specialty care. The groundbreaking ceremony for the new extension was attended by Dr. Fayeza Saif Nasir Alyafe, Executive Director of the Healthcare Quality Sector, Department of Health – Abu Dhabi; Khalifa Al Mazrouei, Group Chief Investment Officer, Abu Dhabi Capital Group (ADCG); Abubaker Seddiq Al Khoori, Group Chief Executive Officer, ADCG; and Dr. Mishal Al Qasimi, CEO,…

Last year, some small social enterprises entered Majra’s inaugural Sustainable Impact Challenge with big dreams and limited resources. By the time they left, everything had changed. Some firms that were struggling to raise capital walked away with new funding offers and opportunities to expand their market potential.  That transformation is precisely why the challenge is back. Launched to spotlight credible and scalable CSR and sustainability projects, the initiative has quickly positioned itself as a national platform for change makers across education, health, environment, culture, technology and sports. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. “We…

ABU DHABI, 27th June, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed the close fraternal relations between the UAE and Lebanon and ways to further strengthen them in support of their mutual interests during a telephone call with Dr. Nawaf Salam, Prime Minister of the Republic of Lebanon. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed and Dr. Salam also reviewed regional developments and the situation in Lebanon, particularly following the announcement of the signing of a framework agreement, under the sponsorship and support of the United States, between the Lebanese and…

As summer camps across the UAE prepare to begin within the next two weeks, doctors are urging parents to pay closer attention to heat-related illness, infections and early warning signs of dehydration. This is especially important as children may spend a few hours outdoors during free play as well as time in shared indoor spaces. Medical experts say the combination of extreme temperatures, active schedules and close contact environments creates an environment for common seasonal illnesses. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Heat, hydration and early warning signs Highlighting the biggest seasonal risks,…