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ABU DHABI, 13th March, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Dr Abiy Ahmed, Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, today discussed bilateral cooperation, particularly in the economic, trade, and development sectors, as well as opportunities to advance ties in a way that supports the priorities and mutual interests of both countries and brings prosperity to their peoples. The discussions took place during His Highness’ meeting with His Excellency Ahmed, who is on a working visit to the UAE. The meeting also addressed developments in the Middle East…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] Authorities in the UAE have issued a comprehensive safety guide for residents on what to do when receiving shelter-in-place alerts, as regional tensions continue to escalate following the outbreak of the US-Israel-Iran conflict. Since the beginning of the recent hostilities, residents and citizens across the UAE have received alerts from the Ministry of Interior (MOI) regarding potential missile threats. In response, Dubai’s Government Media Office has released a precautionary guide to ensure public safety during such emergencies. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT…
“I didn’t know anything better than to cover up my face, in the wrong way,” says Dubai-based luxury style expert Rosemin Opgenhaffen of her 25 years in the fashion industry. It was when she reached her 40s that Opgenhaffen realised, “You don’t need a lot of make-up, you just need to correct [skin tone] where needed.” Like many women approaching mid-life, Opgenhaffen no longer has the energy for multi-step skincare regimes and the suitcases full of beauty products that she used to travel with. Factor in her first pregnancy, and Opgenhaffen, at the age of 45, says it is all…
SHARJAH, 22nd February, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) has completed the first phase of its water control and monitoring system, a key strategic project in the water sector. The initiative aligns with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, to provide top-quality services and adopt advanced technologies. The first phase connected all 18 desalination and pumping stations in Sharjah, along with transmission lines and distribution networks, to a unified operational system enabling real-time monitoring and consolidated data in a central control centre. Engineer…
DUBAI, 13th March, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Health, in collaboration with the Community Development Authority, and the Dubai Health Authority, has announced the launch of the ‘Itma’en’ service, which means ‘rest assured’, making mental health support freely accessible to citizens, residents, and visitors. This joint initiative reinforces Dubai’s vision of placing health and wellbeing at the heart of its priorities and reflects its commitment to developing an integrated mental health system that elevates quality of life across the community. The service is part of ongoing efforts to expand access to mental wellbeing services and foster a healthier community. The ‘Itma’en’…
While driving through a remote area in the Solomon Islands, Emirati traveller Salem Al Karbi watched in confusion as his driver suddenly began pleading with a man who had stopped their vehicle. “At first I didn’t understand what was happening,” he recalled. The exchange lasted several tense minutes before the man eventually allowed them to continue their journey. Only afterwards did the driver explain the reason for his desperation: the area was home to a tribe historically known for cannibalism. It was one of many surreal moments Al Karbi has experienced while travelling across the world — not as a…
Last year, a Dubai-born apparel business quietly generated sales of Dh14 million, five times more than it made in 2024. It’s done so almost invisibly, winning the loyalty of a returning customer base, who drive 40 per cent of sales each month. It makes clothes that are not designed to be seen on Instagram. Clothes that are not intended to project wealth, status or exclusivity. Clothes that don’t even leave the house. Since its launch in June 2023, One of a Kin, founded by Lebanese entrepreneur Nayla Haddad, has leveraged its understanding of GCC lifestyles to create category-defining sleep-and-loungewear that…
ABU DHABI, 13th March, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs and Chairman of the Emirates Council for Balanced Development, has approved the National Strategy for Entrepreneurship and Small and Medium Enterprises in the Emirates Villages, together with the Investment Attraction Strategy. Both strategies aim to advance sustainable economic development in rural areas and foster a business environment that supports growth and innovation. This announcement came as H.H. Sheikh Theyab chaired the council’s meeting, during which strategic priorities across the economic, tourism, community,…
DUBAI, 22nd February, 2026 (WAM) — Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), explored opportunities for collaboration in sustainable energy and innovation during a meeting with Robert Hertzberg, senior fellow at the Mission Possible Partnership and board member of First Public Hydrogen, along with a high-level delegation from the Electric Power Research Institute of America (EPRI). Discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in research and development, innovation and capacity building, including specialised training programmes across priority areas such as smart grids, renewable energy, energy storage, network upgrades, energy efficiency, cyber security, photovoltaic system integration…
BenQ, the global leader in display innovation, unlocked unprecedented artistry and depth in gaming with the launch of new MOBIUZ EX Series monitors EX271UZ, EX321UZ, and EX271QZ. Purpose-built for Open-World game explorers, the EX Series introduces Smart Game Art, an BenQ-exclusive technology that intelligently adapts to various game’s art style, along with Spectral Color Refinement and High Pixel Contrast technologies for breathtaking immersion in story-driven and open-world games. “Our research shows that today’s gamers want more than action—they’re drawn to atmosphere, detail, and artistry,” said Manish Bakshi, Managing Director, BenQ Middle East. “We see gaming as a visual journey across…