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DUBAI, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, recently hosted the second quarterly meeting of Business Groups and Business Councils for 2026, with the participation of 64 business groups and councils. Participants were briefed on Dubai Chamber of Commerce’s efforts to enhance the readiness of diverse economic sectors, support business continuity, and ensure the smooth flow of trade and investment in Dubai. The session also highlighted the chamber’s key priorities for the months ahead. Maha Al Gargawi, Vice President of Business Advocacy at Dubai Chambers, said,…
What does it take to keep going during uncertain times? Many business founders and CEOs are forced to make tough calls and re-examine leadership that is the need of the hour. Behind every redundancy decision is a calculation that goes far beyond numbers. As businesses navigate uncertainty, founders are being forced to take some of the most difficult decisions of their careers: deciding who stays and who goes. ‘You’re affecting people’s lives’ For Natasha Hatherall, founder and CEO of TishTash Group, these decisions are as personal as they are strategic. “There is no easy way to approach this,” Hatherall said.…
DUBAI, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police have approved a forward-looking “2040 Vision” for the General Department of Human Rights, setting out a roadmap of future-focused projects and initiatives aligned with their strategic priorities of enhancing safety, community happiness, and innovation in human capabilities. The vision is designed in line with the Dubai Urban Plan 2040, reinforcing Dubai Police’s commitment to proactive, sustainable policing that places human rights at the centre of its operations. The agreement was signed by Brigadier Abdulrahman Khalifa Al Shaaer, Director of the General Department of Human Rights, and Expert Brigadier Dr. Hamdan Ahmad Hamdan…
THERAN — Iran’s parliament speaker said on Wednesday that the US naval blockade of his country’s ports aimed to create division and “make us collapse from within,” state TV reported.Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said US President Donald Trump “divides the country into two groups: hardliners and moderates, and then immediately talks about a naval blockade to force Iran into submission through economic pressure and internal discord.”With the killing of numerous Iranian leaders in US-Israeli strikes, including supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, there has been widespread speculation over the balance of power within the Islamic republic.Ghalibaf was the lead negotiator in the…
The rapid rise of artificial intelligence has many business leaders feeling ready for the future, but that feeling often masks some pretty significant gaps in the foundation. While it is exciting to see what happens during a small pilot or a quick experiment, moving AI into the heart of daily operations requires a more cohesive data strategy than most companies currently have. This is especially true in regions like Saudi Arabia and across EMEA, where high levels of confidence in data do not always match up with the reality of how that data is governed and shared. Turning AI from…
Across the UAE, a quiet but significant shift is taking place in schools: live online classes are being phased out as campuses fill up again. After weeks of distance learning, followed by hybrid arrangements and contingency measures introduced during the regional conflict, educators highlight that the return to in-person learning is no longer gradual — it’s nearly complete. Parents have even begun receiving circulars from schools informing them that synchronous (live online) lessons will no longer be offered, as the majority of students have resumed attending classes physically. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…
MELBOURNE, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) — Oil prices rose on Friday, extending recent gains. Brent crude futures for July rose $1.19, or 1.08 percent, to $111.59 a barrel by 0149 GMT, while West Texas Intermediate futures were up 39 cents, or 0.37 percent, to $105.46. Both benchmarks have posted gains across four straight months, with Brent’s June contract, which expired on Thursday, hitting $126.41 a barrel, the highest since March 2022. Source: Emirates News Agency
With the highest number of robotic surgeries performed by a single facility in 2025, Mediclinic City Hospital brings extensive experience to every patient Published: Wed 22 Apr 2026, 9:58 AM Mediclinic City Hospital continues to strengthen its position in robotic-assisted surgery, combining advanced surgical expertise, ongoing innovation and a strong focus on patient education. As part of its commitment to increasing awareness of surgical innovation, the hospital hosted a display of robotic surgical system, giving patients the opportunity to engage with the technology and better understand how robotic-assisted surgery supports modern, minimally invasive care. With the highest number of robotic…
As temperatures climb, many UAE residents begin looking for ways to stay active without feeling the heat. Add to that rising airfares amid ongoing regional tensions, and the idea of a staycation makes more sense than international travel. This one-day itinerary in Abu Dhabi taps into exactly that. Starting in the afternoon and stretching into the next day, it spans four stops, moving from immersive digital art you can walk through to life-sized dinosaurs, and from deep dives into the UAE’s past to spaces that bring global culture under one roof, all within 24 hours. What makes it work is…
RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received on Thursday French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot in Riyadh. During the meeting, the two ministers reviewed bilateral relations and ways to enhance them in a manner that serves shared interests and aspirations. They also discussed regional and international developments and their implications for security and stability. Source: Saudi Gazette