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SHARJAH, 26th May, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah City Municipality (SM) has opened Al Khan Park in the Al Khan area ahead of Eid Al Adha, providing residents and visitors with a new recreational green space during the holiday period. Covering 5,000 square metres, the park includes a football pitch, a children’s play area, seating areas, internal pathways and lighting. Source: Emirates News Agency
ABU DHABI, 27th May, 2026 (WAM) — Shaykh Abdullah Bin Bayyah, Chairman of the UAE Council for Fatwa, congratulated President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE leaders and people on Eid Al-Adha, praying for continued prosperity, security and blessings for the UAE and the wider Muslim world. He said Eid reflects gratitude, unity and compassion, and urged strengthening family ties, supporting those in need and promoting social harmony. He also prayed for the safety and acceptance of Hajj pilgrims and for the UAE’s continued stability and prosperity. Source: Emirates News Agency
Dubai — Reinforcing its role in developing future-ready talent for the UAE workforce, BITS Pilani Dubai Campus hosted the 11th edition of its Annual Career Fair, bringing together more than 80 recruiters and over 400 students from first and higher degree engineering and management programmes. With over 60 companies participating onsite and 20+ recruiters joining virtually, the event delivered strong outcomes, with 51% of participating students shortlisted by at least one company and several attracting interest from multiple employers. The Career Fair featured leading UAE and international employers across technology, logistics, retail, e-commerce, consulting and engineering, including Danube Properties, Aramex,…
Ahead of Eid Al Adha celebrations in the UAE, Abu Dhabi Police urged motorists not to use their phones while driving to send or read greeting messages, warning that even brief distractions can lead to serious accidents. Authorities reminded drivers to stay fully focused on the road and avoid using social media or messaging apps behind the wheel, especially during the busy holiday period when roads are expected to be crowded with families travelling for prayers, visits, and gatherings. Police advised residents to send Eid greetings before starting their journey or after parking safely, stressing that taking attention away from…
BERN, Switzerland, 25th May, 2026 (WAM) — St. Gallen won the Swiss Cup on Sunday for only the second time in their long history, defeating second-tier Stade Lausanne Ouchy 3-0, despite having a man sent off. Goalkeeper Lukas Watkowiak was dismissed just before half-time, but goals in the first half, second half and stoppage time saw St. Gallen claim the trophy before a packed crowd of over 30,000 at the Wankdorf Stadium in the capital Bern. Founded in 1879, St. Gallen are one of the very oldest clubs in continental Europe, but have only won the league twice, in 1904…
BEIJING, 26th May, 2026 (WAM) — China’s e-commerce sector has sustained steady expansion in the first four months of 2026, with the sector continuing to stimulate consumption vitality and empower the real economy, Xinhua News Agency reported data released by the Ministry of Commerce on Tuesday. During the January-April period, China’s online retail sales of goods and services rose 6.6 % year on year, with online retail sales of goods contributing 72.2 % to the growth of total retail sales of consumer goods. Online sales of agricultural products increased 12.2 % during the period, while the e-commerce transaction value of…
ABU DHABI, 26th May, 2026 (WAM) — Their Highnesses Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates have congratulated President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, 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, on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi of Sharjah, Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi of Ajman, Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi of Fujairah, Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al…
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Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, has sent congratulatory messages on the occasion of Eid Al Adha to the leaders, kings, presidents and emirs of Arab and Islamic countries. He expressed his wish for them to have good health and happiness, for their peoples to have more progress and prosperity, and for the Arab and Islamic nations to have glory, honour and elevation. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al…
SHARJAH, 26th May, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) has intensified its inspection campaigns across all economic establishments, particularly those whose activities are linked to the Eid Al Adha holiday season. SEDD said it had activated its plans to monitor markets through expanded inspection campaigns aimed at ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining the integrity of commercial practices during the holiday period. The department said its commercial control and consumer protection teams had increased field visits and inspections across major markets in recent days. The campaigns focused on informing merchants and retailers of the need to display price…