Author: Editorial Team
[Editor’s Note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] UAE strongly condemned a “terrorist drone attack” that targeted a commercial cargo ship in Qatar’s territorial waters. The attack caused a small fire on board; no injuries were reported. The UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attack “constitutes a violation of the sovereignty of the State of Qatar and a threat to its security and stability.” Earlier, Qatar ministry reported the attacked ship was en route from Abu Dhabi, and was sailing northeast of Mesaieed Port. Qatar said the targeting of…
ABU DHABI, 10th May, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, the International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR) 2026 will return for its ninth edition. The biennial event, dedicated to advancing national security and showcasing cutting-edge security systems and civil defence solutions, will take place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, from 19th to 21st May 2026. This edition, themed ‘Securing Tomorrow Today’, marks one of the largest iterations since the event’s inception, bringing together key international security organisations, government entities, industry…
The bottle of perfume you reach for every morning may feel simple, just a quick spray before leaving the house. But behind that scent is a process most people rarely think about. For perfumers, creating fragrance begins long before a scent ever reaches a bottle. Many avoid wearing perfume to the office so it does not interfere with their sense of smell. Their work depends on precision, patience, and an unusual skill, the ability to imagine aromas before they even exist. “A perfumer can imagine the smell before actually smelling it,” says Julia Rodríguez, Senior Perfumer at Eurofragance, a family-owned…
Dubai — Samsung Electronics is expanding access to the Galaxy experience in the UAE through Try Galaxy, an interactive app designed to let users experience the Galaxy interface and its latest innovations before switching devices. Also available with an Arabic user interface, Try Galaxy offers users across the UAE a more seamless and localised way to explore Galaxy’s ecosystem, giving users an exciting opportunity to experience their features firsthand. “At Samsung, we are focused on making our innovations more accessible and relevant to users across the region,” said Fadi Abu Shamat, Vice President and Head of the Mobile eXperience Division at Samsung Gulf Electronics. “With the Arabic language support available on Try Galaxy, more users can explore the power of Galaxy AI and experience our…
RIYADH — Bank credit granted to the public and private sectors in Saudi Arabia recorded positive growth, continuing its upward trend and recording its highest level by the end of February 2026, reaching a total of SR3.335 trillion. This represents an annual growth rate of 9.6 percent, an increase of over SR291.9 billion compared to the same period in 2025, when it reached approximately SR3.042 trillion, according to the monthly statistical bulletin issued by the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) for February 2026. Data showed that bank credit rose by 0.5 percent month-on-month at the end of February, an increase of…
RIYADH — Makkah Deputy Emir and Vice Chairman of the Permanent Committee for Hajj and Umrah Prince Saud bin Mishaal visited on Sunday the Grand Mosque in Makkah to inspect the readiness of the Mataf (circumambulation area around the Holy Kaaba) and the operational and service systems provided to pilgrims for the 2026 Hajj season. This visit was part of the ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency and improve the experience of pilgrims. The Deputy Emir was accompanied by several officials and listened to a briefing on the operational and service plans implemented by relevant authorities at the Grand Mosque.…
Dubai businessman ‘Textile King’ Vasu Shroff dies at 85 Dubai mourns Vasu Shroff, Indian expat who came by boat and built textile empire Source: Khaleej Times
When Takahiro Mogi arrived in Dubai eight years ago, he chose to start from zero. Leaving a managerial role at a Japanese restaurant in Singapore, the 34-year-old took up a Dh2,000 a month kitchen job, lived in shared accommodation, and began studying the city’s food and beverage sector from the ground up. His decision was shaped by kodawari, a Japanese principle that centres on discipline and constant improvement. “We will support you with money, but you need to challenge yourself and understand Dubai,” his former manager in Singapore and Japan told him at the time. That manager would later become…
The weather in the UAE will be fair in general on Monday, May 11. Residents are in for a humid start to the week, with humidity levels peaking by night and Tuesday morning — especially over northern coastal areas. There is also a probability of mist forming in this region. Light to moderate northwesterly-to-southwesterly winds are set to blow, with a speed of 10 km/hr to 25 km/hr, reaching 40 km/hr at times. The sea will be rough westward during the morning hours. As the day progresses, conditions will subside, turning moderate to slight in the Arabian Gulf and slight…
MUSCAT, 10th May, 2026 (WAM) – Oman’s Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) signed an investment usufruct agreement with EL B&T, a Korean electric vehicle (EV) technology company, to establish a project for the production of electric vehicles and battery cells in the Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZAD). The project has an investment value of approximately RO 96.2 million ($250 million). The agreement was signed on behalf of OPAZ by Qais Mohammed Al Yousef, Chairman of OPAZ, while Dr. Young Ill Kim signed on behalf of the Korean company. According to Oman News Agency (ONA),…