Author: Editorial team

The Secretary General of the UAE National Media Authority has issued a stark warning about the legal consequences of irresponsible social media use, citing a series of real cases in which individuals faced prosecution, account deletions, and imprisonment for content that violated the country’s media laws. Speaking at a recent address, Dr. Jamal Mohammed Al Kaabi stressed that even private family WhatsApp groups are considered media platforms under UAE law, meaning any content shared within them that violates regulations is subject to legal accountability. He outlined several categories of violations, each illustrated by concrete examples. 1. Respecting religious beliefs Among…

Two decades ago, Art Dubai launched in a city that was still finding its cultural footing. Today, as the fair marks its 20th edition at Madinat Jumeirah, it’s hard to separate the story of Art Dubai from that of the city itself. Both have grown rapidly, onto the global stage. “We are twins in a way, Art Dubai and Dubai,” Benedetta Ghione, Executive Director of Art Dubai Group, tells Khaleej Times. It’s a comparison that holds up. What began as a relatively small annual fair is now a key fixture on the international art calendar, mirroring Dubai’s own evolution into…

ABU DHABI, 21st May, 2026 (WAM) — Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, has announced four conservation initiatives for 2026 under IMPACT by Miral, a strategic platform for funding and delivering meaningful social and environmental impact across Abu Dhabi. The approved four initiatives were tracking sea turtle populations across the Arabian Gulf, advancing AI-enabled sustainable aquaculture, protecting the Arabian Sand Cat in Abu Dhabi’s deserts, and safeguarding the critically endangered Dama Gazelle. Together, these initiatives reflect a focused, science-led approach to preserving the UAE’s marine and terrestrial ecosystems. They aim to leverage applied research,…

ABU DHABI, 21st May, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has commented on the 50th anniversary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), saying that ADIA has remained focused on its mission of sustaining the prosperity of Abu Dhabi since its establishment in 1976. His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan acknowledged the vision of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and the late Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in creating ADIA to invest funds for future generations. His Highness…

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has renamed Al Faghi Street in Al Khawaneej Sheikh Zayed Farm Street, honouring a key site linked to the founding of the UAE and the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. The new name recognises the historical significance of Sheikh Zayed Farm, where the father of the nation stayed nearly two weeks in March 1971 and held meetings with the Rulers of the Emirates during the early stages of the Union. According to the RTA, those discussions became a milestone that paved the way for the signing of the Union…

H.E. Mohammed Abdulla Lengawi, Director General of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, flanked by Mr. Francis Alfred, Managing Director, Sobha Realty, and Dr. Mao, President, Keeta Drone, at the MOU signing ceremony on Monday in Dubai. Partnership marks a milestone in advancing sustainable, technology-enabled urban living in the UAE.  Dubai — Sobha Realty, a leading global luxury real estate developer renowned for innovation and building future-ready communities, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Keeta Drone, the pioneering green air delivery company, to introduce next-generation air delivery ecosystems across its integrated communities.   Through this strategic partnership, Sobha…

DOHA, 21st May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE’s medal tally at the 4th GCC Games rose to 61 medals, comprising 13 gold, 19 silver and 29 bronze. The UAE archery team delivered a distinguished performance at the 4th GCC Games – Doha 2026, adding nine medals: three gold, five silver and one bronze. Shehab Ahmed Al Saedi had opened the UAE’s archery medal account by winning bronze in the men’s individual compound event. The first gold came through the women’s compound team, comprising Joumana Al Najjar, Amna Al Awadhi and Maitha Al Nuaimi, while Amna Al Awadhi won gold in…

CAIRO, 21st May, 2026 (WAM) — Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources announced that Agiba Petroleum Company, the joint investment venture between the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation and Eni, has made a significant new discovery in the Western Desert, marking the company’s largest discovery in the past 15 years. The ministry said the discovery was achieved through the exploratory well “Bastan South 1X,” which was drilled using a rig operated by the Egyptian Drilling Company. Initial estimates indicate reserves of around 330 billion cubic feet of gas and 10 million barrels of condensate and crude oil, for a total estimated…

SHEROES 2026, organised by Funun Arts Group in collaboration with Khaleej Times, concluded on a powerful and emotional note at the Khaleej Times headquarters in Dubai, bringing together artists, entrepreneurs, educators, sustainability advocates, media professionals and changemakers from around the world for a celebration of women, leadership, creativity, and collective growth. Held under the theme ‘Give to Gain’, the fourth edition of the initiative explored how community-led leadership can create more inclusive and resilient societies. Through art exhibitions, panel discussions, storytelling, and cultural dialogue, the event created a space where conversations around purpose and human connection took centre stage. The…

DUBAI, 21st May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai International Academic City and Dubai Knowledge Park, in partnership with Dubai Science Park and with support from incubator in5, all part of TECOM Group PJSC, concluded the first edition of Future Hack 2026, a four-day inter-university science hackathon designed to connect students, academia, and industry leaders in addressing real-world scientific challenges. The hackathon brought together talented students from multiple universities based at TECOM Group’s Dubai International Academic City and Dubai Knowledge Park to collaboratively address real-world challenges provided by industry partners, including Smart Salem and Mediclinic Middle East. Following the hackathon, Mediclinic Middle…