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WORLD CAPITALS, 28th May, 2026 (WAM) — Gold prices fell to a two-month low on Thursday, with spot gold down 1.7 percent at $4,380.62 per ounce as of 0409 GMT, earlier falling to its lowest level since 26th March. US gold futures for June delivery fell 1.6 percent to $4,377.10. Spot silver fell 3 percent to $72.37 per ounce and platinum lost 1.4 percent to $1,890.81, both hitting a near one-month low. Palladium slid 1.9 percent to $1,364.26. Source: Emirates News Agency
UMM AL QAIWAIN, 27th May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain, today offered the Eid Al-Adha prayer at the Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Mu’alla Mosque. H.H. Sheikh Rashid bin Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla, Crown Prince of Umm Al Qaiwain, H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla, Deputy Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain, a number of Sheikhs and senior officials also performed the prayer alongside the Umm Al Qaiwain Ruler. After the prayer, Sheikh Saud exchanged Eid greetings with Sheikhs and senior officials. Source:…
An Emirati cybersecurity researcher has developed an AI-powered platform that detects deepfakes in images, videos and audio, with the aim of curbing the rapid spread of fabricated content across social media. Bashayer Al Salami built the platform, called Deepy, after her master’s research at Zayed University focused on modern digital threats and the ways AI-generated manipulation has begun to outpace what ordinary users can recognise on their own. “As AI advanced, deepfakes emerged as one of the most serious digital challenges, making it possible to alter images, videos and audio in ways the average viewer cannot easily detect,” she said.…
[Editor’s Note: This article is part of Khaleej Times’ Schools and Parents, a dedicated section designed to support families in the UAE as they explore educational choices. The section offers explainers, guidance from education leaders, expert advice and insights from parents to help readers make informed decisions about schools, curricula and communities.] Dubai families will not see an increase in private school tuition fees for the 2026–27 academic year, offering relief amid ongoing cost-of-living pressures. This recent regulatory decision announced by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) reflects Dubai’s continued focus on supporting families and ensuring stability in the education…
ABU DHABI, 27th May, 2026 (WAM) — Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, conducted an official visit to Australia from 26–27 May 2026, with the aim of further enhancing bilateral relations between the two countries and to discuss areas of mutual interest. Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister of Australia, welcomed Al Hashimy to Australia, and expressed his appreciation for the strategic partnership between both countries. He also reaffirmed Australia’s commitment to the UAE and its people. During the visit, Al Hashimy met with Richard Marles, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence of Australia, following up…
ABU DHABI, 27th May, 2026 (WAM) — President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received messages of congratulations on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha from Kings, Presidents, and Emirs of Arab and Islamic countries. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, received similar congratulatory messages from Arab and Islamic leaders on the occasion. Source: Emirates News Agency
[Editor’s Note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] The members of the Security Council condemned in the strongest terms the egregious drone attack on an electricity generator outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Al Dhafra region in the UAE. They underscored that the attack constitutes a flagrant violation of international law with grave risks for civilian lives, infrastructure and the environment. In a statement issued last night, the members expressed deep concern over this dangerous escalation and demanded the immediate and permanent cessation…
UMM AL QAIWAIN, 28th May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain, this evening received Eid Al-Adha well-wishers at his palace, in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Rashid bin Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla, Crown Prince of Umm Al Qaiwain, and H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla, Deputy Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain. H.H. the Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain accepted greetings and congratulations on the blessed occasion from Sheikhs, Emiratis, dignitaries, directors of local and federal departments, businessmen, traders, chairmen and managers of companies…
A line she typed in passing, asking her husband for money to cover a credit card bill, became the evidence that turned years of marital transfers into a debt she was ordered to repay. She did not think she was writing a legal document. She was a wife, asking her husband for money, mentioning in passing that she needed it to cover a credit card bill. The message sat in their chat for years, the kind of line exchanged in every marriage. Then the marriage ended. And that single line walked into a UAE courtroom and changed her life. Ahmed…
One lucky ticket holder became Dh30 million richer on Wednesday night after winning the UAE Lottery jackpot on Eid Al Adha. The winning ticket matched all six numbers — 4, 9, 18, 20, 22 and 24, along with Lucky Number 8 in Draw No. 260527, held at 9.30pm on May 27. According to results published by The UAE Lottery, one player hit the jackpot prize of Dh30 million, while thousands of others also walked away with smaller cash rewards across multiple prize categories. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. No winner was recorded…