Author: Editorial Team

DUBAI, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Finance (MoF) held an extensive meeting with investors to highlight the latest developments related to the federal government’s fiscal framework and public debt management strategy. The meeting was held as part of the Ministry’s commitment to enhancing transparency in communication and strengthening institutional dialogue with financial market participants, thereby supporting confidence in the UAE’s sovereign credit profile and reinforcing its presence in local and international capital markets. The initiative falls under the government’s investor relations strategy, which promotes open and continuous engagement with the financial community. Held at Nasdaq Dubai on…

Looking to stay active without spending money? This week, Dubai residents have several free fitness classes and wellness events to choose from, with a focus on movement, mindfulness and community. From a waterfront Pilates session to yoga, bootcamps and guided meditation, here are seven free activities worth adding to your calendar. 1. Sunset Pilates at Dubai Marina To celebrate World Pilates Day, VEO Fitness is joining forces with LC for a one-time sunset mat Pilates session at Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club. Set against the waterfront backdrop of Dubai Marina, the class is designed for all fitness levels and…

RAS AL KHAIMAH, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — As part of its efforts to enhance the transportation system and simplify the mobility experience within the emirate, Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) has signed an agreement with Uber, to launch the Uber app services in the emirate. The agreement aims to strengthen the transport ecosystem in Ras Al Khaimah and provide smart and diverse mobility options by enabling users to book taxis and limousines through the Uber app. The agreement was signed by Esmaeel Hasan Al Blooshi, Director-General of RAKTA, and Tala Nsouli, General Manager of Uber UAE, at RAKTA’s…

The National Anti-Narcotics Agency in the UAE announced that it had successfully carried out a joint operation with the Dubai, Sharjah and Bahrain Police, which lasted for a month, resulting in the arrest of a criminal gang consisting of 13 defendants of Asian and African nationalities, led by an Asian drug dealer from outside the country, specialising in promoting narcotic substances. The agency explained that, in cooperation with the security services in Bahrain, the leader of the criminal gang was arrested outside the country and brought to the UAE to be brought to justice and to receive the appropriate punishment.…

What began as a regular Saturday lunch turned into a memorable moment for diners in Dubai after Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum made a surprise public appearance. A video shared by Atlantis The Palm on Saturday, April 25, showed the Dubai Ruler greeting visitors, posing for photos with children, and warmly interacting with families during the visit. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Guests dining at the venue could be seen smiling, filming the moment, and gathering for selfies as Sheikh Mohammed moved through the space accompanied by officials. The clip quickly…

Hani Nofal, Executive, Head of Technology Solutions, NTT DATA Middle East and Africa. NTT DATA, a global leader in AI, digital business and technology services, recently announced the launch of NTT DATA Software Defined Infrastructure (SDI) Services Agent, a conversational agentic service experience for enterprise infrastructure. Embedded within NTT DATA’s SDI Services, this multi-agent system is redefining how enterprises operate, optimise and govern AI infrastructure at scale. The SDI Services agent acts as an orchestrator selectively triggering the appropriate agents in the background. This multi-agent system continuously senses, reasons and acts across networking, hybrid data centre, cybersecurity and digital workplace environments –…

WASHINGTON — Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted Tuesday over a photo he briefly shared on social media that officials said threatened President Donald Trump, marking the administration’s second attempt to prosecute one of his biggest political opponents. The image posted on Instagram last year showed seashells forming the numbers “86 47”. “Eighty-six” is a slang term used to mean “eject” or “remove”. Comey has insisted he did not know what the numbers on the image meant, but Trump and other administration officials have said the post was a threat against the 47th president. The charges, approved by a…

SYDNEY — An Australian mother who faked her six-year-old son’s cancer diagnosis to solicit donations and fund her lavish lifestyle has been sentenced to more than four years in prison, the BBC reported on Wednesday. The 45-year-old from South Australia shaved her son’s head and eyebrows, bandaged his head and hands, and medicated him as part of a ruse to trick family and friends into raising thousands of dollars. The woman, who cannot be named for legal reasons, pleaded guilty to one count of engaging in acts likely to cause harm to her son and 10 counts of deception. At…

DUBAI, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) — TECOM Group PJSC announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2026, delivering revenues of AED755 million, representing an 11 percent year-on-year (YoY) increase, alongside a 12 percent increase in recurring net profit to AED403 million, compared to AED361 million in Q1 2025. EBITDA increased 13 percent YoY to AED610 million, delivering an 81 percent margin, compared to 79 percent in Q1 2025, supported by higher occupancy, rental rate optimisation, and disciplined cost management. The Group reported a resilient first quarter financial performance in 2026, driven by strong demand across its specialised business…

SHARJAH, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Department of Human Resources (SDHR), in cooperation with the Sharjah Cyber Security Centre, part of the Sharjah Digital Department, has launched the “Cyber Capabilities Development Programme” to enhance the efficiency of government personnel and improve digital readiness in the emirate. The programme runs until October 2026 and targets Sharjah government employees working in information technology and information security, as well as other relevant personnel. The programme aims to raise security awareness, develop employee skills, and empower them to effectively address emerging cyber threats and challenges. It also prepares them to implement the…