Author: Editorial Team
MAKKAH — Security patrols in Makkah arrested an Egyptian man and woman for committing fraud and deception by publishing fake and misleading advertisements for Hajj services via social media platforms. They were referred to the Public Prosecution after taking the necessary legal measures. The Public Security called on Saudi citizens and expatriates to comply with Hajj regulations and instructions, and to promptly report violations by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, and 999 in the rest of the Kingdom’s regions. Source: Saudi Gazette
RIYADH — Arab League and Gulf Cooperation Council joined several Arab and Islamic countries in condemning drone attack targeting Saudi Arabia from Iraq. Arab League Secretary General Ahmed Aboul Gheit condemned the attack on Saudi Arabia involving three drones that violated Saudi airspace. “This constitutes a violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty and territorial integrity,” he said. In a statement, Aboul Gheit reiterated his rejection of the attack, while reaffirming the Arab League’s full solidarity with the Kingdom and its support for the measures taken to protect its security and stability in accordance with international law. Arab Parliament Speaker Mohammed Al-Yamahi…
Abu Dhabi’s iconic Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental is opening part of its grounds to private homeowners for the first time, with the launch of 35 ultra-luxury branded mansions expected to be completed by 2029. The project, named Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental Mansions, was announced on Monday by Emirates Palace Company, Lead Development and Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Located within the grounds of the landmark palace on Abu Dhabi’s Ras Al Akhdar coastline, the development will comprise a limited collection of private beachfront residences, marking the first time ownership opportunities have…
ABU DHABI, 18th May, 2026 (WAM) — Mal.ai has received in-principle approval from the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) to establish a licensed bank. The approval, granted following a rigorous and highly selective regulatory process, marks a landmark milestone as Mal Group moves toward launching its global Shariah-compliant financial services platform. Mal’s in-principle approval follows the company’s US$230 million seed round, the largest fintech seed round in MEA history, cementing Mal as the most well-capitalised new banking entrant the region has seen. The UAE has emerged as one of the world’s most progressive environments for digital financial services, driven…
A two-night Palm Jumeirah staycation from Dh350, discounts of up to 45 per cent on resort stays and kids-go-free hotel offers are among the Eid Al Adha deals being rolled out across Dubai for the long holiday break. The citywide programme, organised by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, runs from May 22 to 31 and includes hotel offers, entertainment events, dining experiences and retail promotions. Several beachfront hotels and resorts are focusing on family packages and discounted stays during the holiday period. NH Collection Dubai, The Palm, is offering a complimentary second night with rates starting from Dh350, alongside…
ABU DHABI, 18th May, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates Palace Company (EPCO), together with LEAD Development and Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, today announced Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental Mansions, Abu Dhabi, a limited collection of thirty-five uniquely designed private residences located within the grounds of Emirates Palace. The development marks the first-time private ownership has been introduced within one of the UAE’s most historically and institutionally significant destinations. Completion is anticipated in 2029. For more than two decades, Emirates Palace has occupied a singular place within the civic and cultural life of the United Arab Emirates. Positioned along Abu Dhabi’s ceremonial coastline,…
MAKKAH — The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) has forecast dusty winds and temperatures reaching up to 47 degrees Celsius in Makkah and the holy sites during the 2026 Hajj days. The NCM announced the anticipated weather conditions in Makkah and the holy sites, expecting hot to extremely hot weather accompanied by strong surface winds that may raise dust and sand, particularly during daytime. The CEO of the NCM Dr. Ayman Ghulam stated that the period from the beginning of Dhul Hijjah until the Day of Tarwiyah (Dhul Hijjah 8) is expected to witness maximum temperatures ranging between 44 and…
RIYADH — The Ministry of Health announced on Sunday the detection of 130 violations and the closure of five non-compliant health facilities in the Riyadh, Madinah and Asir regions. The penal action was taken as part of the ministry’s oversight activities during April, which included field inspections of more than 1,500 health facilities across the Kingdom. The ministry revealed that the major violations identified included practicing medicine without a license, exceeding authorized clinical privileges, and conducting hair transplant procedures without proper licensing or by nursing staff without the supervision of qualified physicians. Additional violations included deficiencies related to infection control…
DUBAI, 18th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library Foundation announced the launch of ‘Dubai Archive’, a national project aimed at establishing an advanced system for managing documents and knowledge assets. The strategic initiative supports Dubai’s vision to preserve its history and national heritage while strengthening its readiness for the future. The pioneering project, launched during a press conference held at the Foundation’s headquarters in Al Jaddaf, seeks to support the sustainability of Dubai’s institutional memory, enhance government efficiency, and advance digital transformation and knowledge management. ‘Dubai Archive’ marks a significant step forward in the development…
RIYADH — The total number of passengers, who traveled through the Kingdom’s airports, reached 140.9 million during the year 2025, a 9.6 percent increase compared to 2024. According to the 2025 air transport statistics bulletin, released by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT), international flights accounted for 75.8 million arriving and departing passengers, up 9.4 percent, while domestic flights recorded 65.1 million passengers, marking a 9.8 percent increase year-on-year. King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah ranked first among the Kingdom’s airports with 53.5 million passengers, followed by King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh with 40.8 million passengers, and King Fahd International Airport,…