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SHARJAH, 28th May, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, continued on Thursday to receive well-wishers on the occasion of Eid Al Adha, in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah. Large numbers of well-wishers gathered at Al Badi’ Palace to greet the Ruler of Sharjah on the blessed occasion of Eid Al Adha. H.H. Sheikh Dr Sultan received Eid greetings and…
Thousands of residents wait outside UAE abattoirs during Eid Al Adha to collect meat from their sacrificial animals. But few see the organised, fast-moving and carefully monitored process that takes place behind doors, from slaughtering and veterinary inspections to cutting, packing and handing over the meat. Khaleej Times took a tour inside the Sharjah livestock market abattoir in Sajaa to understand what happens inside one of the busiest facilities during Eid Al Adha, and spoke to workers handling different stages of the process. Inside the facility, goats fitted with identification tags move through narrow barriers before reaching the slaughtering stations.…
Four men from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and the Philippines have won Dh100,000 in Big Ticket’s third weekly e-draw this May, including a 48-year-old who has been trying his luck for decades and a Filipino national who is still not aware of his win. The fourth and last weekly e-draw of the month will be held on Monday, June 1 for tickets purchased from May 26 to 31. Stories of this week’s winners, who all live in the Gulf region, reflect hopes among Big Ticket participants that keep them continuing to participate in the raffle. Stay up to date with the…
A single click on the wrong link can pull a user into a far wider attack, a cybersecurity expert has warned. Today’s threats no longer target only devices and systems, Jassim Khadim added. They target the way people think, react and share information online. Why individuals are the easiest target Khadim says the region has entered an era of digital psychological warfare, where tension and curiosity are weaponised against ordinary users. Phishing links carrying sensational headlines, AI-generated fabricated content, malicious apps and attempts to harvest sensitive data are all on the rise. “The attacker may not need sophisticated tools. They…
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