Author: Editorial team
CAPITALS,26th June, 2026 (WAM) — Gold was set on Friday for a fourth straight weekly fall, as a resilient dollar and expectations of faster US rate hikes to tame inflation kept bullion pressured near $4,000 per ounce. Spot gold fell 0.6% to $4,002.77 per ounce by 0441 GMT. U.S. gold futures for August delivery lost 0.7% to $4,017.30. For the week, bullion was on track for a loss of 3.8%, having slipped below the key $4,000 level for the first time since November 2025 on Wednesday. Gold prices have fallen about 29% from the record high of $5,594.82 on 29th…
GS1 UAE recently convened healthcare leaders, regulators, manufacturers, pharmacies, representatives from more than 20 hospitals, and industry experts at the GS1 UAE Healthcare Conference 2026 to explore how global standards are improving patient safety, strengthening traceability, and increasing operational efficiency across hospitals in the region. The conference served as a platform for healthcare stakeholders to share practical experiences and insights on implementing standards in real-world hospital environments. Discussions focused on how healthcare organisations can better navigate growing complexity across supply chains, clinical operations, and regulatory requirements. A key theme that emerged was the shift from viewing standards as a compliance…
BAKU, 25th June, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Tariq Humaid Al Tayer, First Deputy Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), met with Dr. Mamoudou Harouna Djingarey, Speaker of the Advisory Council for the Refoundation of the Republic of Niger, on the sidelines of the 20th Session of the Conference of the Parliamentary Union of the OIC Member States (PUIC), being held in Baku, Republic of Azerbaijan. The meeting was attended by the FNC delegation participating in the conference, comprising several FNC members, as well as Mohammed Murad Al Blooshi, UAE Ambassador to the Republic of Azerbaijan. During the meeting, the…
Dubai’s decision to reintroduce flexible summer working hours for government employees has reignited debate over whether private sector companies in the UAE could eventually adopt similar arrangements. The ‘Our Flexible Summer’ initiative, running from June 29 to September 10, allows government entities to implement one of two working models designed to balance employee wellbeing with operational continuity. Under the first model, employees will work seven hours per day from Monday to Thursday, and four-and-a-half hours on Fridays. Under the second model, employees will work eight hours per day from Monday to Thursday, with Friday observed as a full day off.…
Inspired by Monaco’s coastline and summer atmosphere, the latest collection blended graphic design codes with wearable luxury Published: Fri 26 Jun 2026, 8:40 AM APM Monaco hosted an exclusive soirée in Cannes on May 19 during the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival, where the contemporary jewellery house unveiled an avant-première presentation of its Été 2026 collection. Held against the backdrop of the French Riviera, the event brought together personalities from the worlds of fashion, entertainment, and luxury while also reflecting the growing visibility of Middle Eastern talent within international fashion spaces. Egyptian actress and APM Monaco’s official Middle…
ABU DHABI, 25th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre continues to receive submissions for the third edition of the “Dhay Photography Competition”, held under the theme “Family at the Mosque”. The competition forms part of the initiatives launched by the Centre in conjunction with the announcement of the “Year of the Family 2026”, highlighting the role of the family as the foundation of society and the spirit of its cohesion. The third edition of the competition focuses on showcasing the warmth of family gatherings within the mosques managed and supervised by the Centre. It offers photographers,…
In the rugged mountains and along the mangrove-lined shores of Ras Al Khaimah, the annual honey harvest offers a glimpse into a tradition shaped by nature, patience, and generations of beekeeping expertise. For beekeepers across the emirate, the honey season begins in spring and continues through different flowering cycles. Samar honey is typically harvested between mid-May and mid-June, while Sidr honey follows later in the year, from October to November. Other varieties, including mangrove and ghaf honey, emerge during different seasons depending on flowering conditions. However, the 2026 season has been markedly different. Jamal Rashid Hamdoun, owner of Raghuh Honey,…
SHARJAH, 25th June May, 2026 (WAM) — NAMA Women Advancement concluded the second edition of the Advanced Financial Literacy in Investment Programme, enabling 32 women to strengthen their financial and investment capabilities and make more informed and independent financial decisions. The programme was delivered in collaboration with the Emirates Institute of Finance, with the participation of Sharjah Islamic Bank, National Bonds, Baitukum and Alef Group. Delivered over three weeks, the programme combined interactive learning, practical applications and one-to-one mentoring sessions, providing participants with practical tools to assess their financial standing, define financial goals, compare investment options and make decisions that…
Nine in 10 hotel bookings made by UAE travellers this summer are for overseas destinations, according to new data from dnata Travel, highlighting strong demand for international holidays despite the season’s high temperatures. The Maldives has emerged as the most popular destination, accounting for one in five international hotel bookings. Thailand, Mauritius, Canada and Australia complete the top five, while Japan and the United States have also made it into this summer’s top 10 destinations. Travel experts say the figures show that UAE residents are increasingly choosing longer, experience-led holidays, combining traditional beach escapes with trips that offer nature, adventure…
Dubai’s Museum of the Future is calling people across the UAE as well as around the world to give ideas to help design the next generation of its experiences. This will include innovative ideas and proposals that contribute to the museum’s future-oriented content as it prepares for a new phase of development coinciding with its five-year anniversary. The public has been urged to submit their ideas through the museum’s social media channels. Submissions will be considered as part of the museum’s ongoing plans to refresh its experiences, exhibitions, and innovations, with further details to be announced in due course. Stay…