Author: Editorial Team
A viral skincare product, a glowing influencer review, and a long ingredient list are usually enough to convince consumers to click “add to cart.” But UAE resident Aishwarya Tyagi wants shoppers to pause before spending. The founder recently launched Data of Beauty, an Instagram and Substack platform that reviews beauty and skincare products using clinical studies, ingredient analysis, and marketing audits rather than traditional influencer recommendations. Speaking to Khaleej Times, Tyagi said the idea came after years of watching beauty marketing blur the line between science and sales. “Beauty marketing is incredibly clever. At its best, it sits right at…
ABU DHABI, 21st May, 2026 (WAM) — – Under the patronage of Lieutenant General H.H. Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, the Abu Dhabi Global Sustainable Security Summit (ADGSSS) concluded its inaugural edition at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, having convened from 19 to 21 May 2026. The Summit was organised by the Ministry of Interior and Rabdan Academy in collaboration with ADNEC Group, Summit served as a strategic platform bringing together leaders, experts, and decision-makers from around the world to discuss the future of security, resilience, and sustainability. The closing day’s proceedings opened…
Abhinav Gupta, CEO, CARS24. The UAE boasts one of the most digitally mature consumer markets in the region, yet high-value purchases, particularly in the pre-owned automotive sector, have historically relied on physical reassurance. For consumers, the transition from online browsing to final purchase has traditionally been bottlenecked by a single, critical variable: the need to see, touch, and verify the vehicle in person. When shifting market conditions restricted mobility, CARS24 chose not to wait for consumers to return to the showroom. Instead, they took the showroom to the consumer. Driven by real-time data signals that showed customer intent remained high…
JEDDAH — Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq Al-Rabiah affirmed that preparations for next year’s Hajj season begin early, even before the current season concludes. This is through an integrated framework involving various government entities, pilgrim affairs offices, and Hajj service providers, to enhance services for pilgrims and improve operational readiness. He made the remarks while attending a panel discussion held Wednesday as part of the third edition of the Hajj Health and Safety Forum, organized by the General Administration of Medical Services at the Ministry of Interior. The minister explained that preparations for the next Hajj season will begin…
JEDDAH — Saudi Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif received Head of Iran’s Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization Alireza Rashidian in Jeddah on Thursday. The minister welcomed pilgrims arriving from Iran, affirming the commitment of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman to serving pilgrims from around the world and ensuring they perform their rituals with ease and peace of mind. On his part, Rashidian expressed appreciation for the Kingdom’s efforts and preparations to serve pilgrims, praising the level of organization…
Dubai Airports has announced its readiness to welcome over 3,600 pilgrims during this year’s Hajj travel period, with nearly 59 per cent of all UAE pilgrims expected to pass through its terminals. Hajj departure flights in the UAE will operate until May 23 on services by Emirates, Saudia, flydubai and flynas. The official Dubai Government Delegation departed on May 21. Several airlines have increased capacity on key routes to accommodate the surge in demand, with additional flights scheduled during peak departure days. The annual pilgrimage of Hajj takes place between Dhul Hijjah 8 and 13 on the Islamic Hijri calendar.…
ABU DHABI, 21st May, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment and Chair of the 31st session of the Council of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), which commenced today, affirmed that global energy security has become an urgent strategic priority amid rapidly evolving geopolitical shifts and their direct repercussions on the stability of global energy markets and emerging and developing economies. In a statement to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Dr. Amna Al Dahak said that the developments witnessed in the region during the recent period, including impacts affecting vital maritime…
There’s a noticeably different tone around Dubai’s hospitality sector heading into Eid Al Adha this year. Traditionally, this time of year would see the city flooded with endless dining offers, staycation packages and aggressive Eid promotions as venues compete for attention during one of the busiest hospitality periods on the calendar. But in 2026, much of that activity arrived earlier than usual. Look at Dubai Restaurant Week, as an example. The annual citywide dining initiative brings together a large selection of restaurants across Dubai to offer specially curated set menus at fixed, accessible price points. Running this year from the beginning of May and…
DUBAI, 21st May, 2026 (WAM) — Mohammed bin Rashid Government Scholarships Launched Master’s in Applied AI in collaboration with Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI). The first-of-its-kind programme in the UAE spans two years across 34 credit hours, focusing on the development, deployment and leadership of AI-driven solutions within real institutional environments. The inaugural cohort is made up exclusively of UAE government employees, marking the first dedicated government intake under an institutional partnership between the two organisations. Ting Yu, Programme Director of the Master in Applied AI and Professor of Computer Science at MBZUAI, said: “The programme is…
Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa has outlined an ambitious vision to transform the capital into one of the world’s most livable cities, revealing that the emirate is fast-tracking development plans even amid global uncertainties. Speaking during a panel moderated by Razan Salman, Al Shorafa said Abu Dhabi is not slowing down. Instead, it is “doubling down” on infrastructure, housing and urban development to sustain growth and attract residents. “We are business as usual… on the contrary, it’s giving us more boost to continue what we are doing,” he said. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…