Author: Editorial Team
UAE nationals can now renew their Emirates ID cards up to one year before their expiry date, similar to passport renewal, as announced earlier. The move came into effect on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. This marks a significant extension from the previous six-month renewal window. When the expiry dates of both documents coincide, citizens can renew their Emirates ID and passport through one integrated transaction. The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) announced the update, highlighting its alignment with the UAE’s broader strategy to implement proactive digital solutions. Stay up to date with the latest news.…
SHARJAH, 16th July, 2026 (WAM) — Bank of Sharjah today announced its financial results for the six-month period ended 30 June 2026, reporting exceptional performance and reinforcing the strong momentum achieved over the last three years. The Bank recorded net profit of AED 362 million, up 35% from AED 268 million in 2025, reflecting strong revenue growth and disciplined execution across core businesses. Net operating income increased by 26% to AED 553 million, while net interest income grew by 45% to AED 465 million. Similarly, total capital ratio increased by 463 bps to 18.7%, while the cost-to-income ratio remained well…
As the world’s elite gravitate towards the French Alps, two iconic resorts stand out as the premier destinations for Dubai’s discerning winter adventurers: Courchevel and Val d’Isère. Each promises a unique blend of luxury, thrill, and authentic alpine charm — yet their distinct personalities tempt different types of snow sports enthusiast. A statement in luxury & style Courchevel’s reputation is built on its lavish chalets and five-star hotels, many of which boast ski-in/ski-out access, epitomising effortless elegance. Its architectural grandeur and pristine pistes attract A-listers and jet-set elites seeking exclusivity. Fine-dining and shopping blend effortlessly into the mix of mountain…
ROME — An Italian court on Thursday sentenced former Atlantia CEO Giovanni Castellucci to 12 years in prison over the deadly 2018 collapse of a motorway bridge in the northwestern port city of Genoa. Atlantia was the controlling shareholder in motorway operator Autostrade per l’Italia (Aspi) at the time of the disaster which killed 43 people when their vehicles plunged from the flyover. Prosecutors had asked for a far longer jail term for Castellucci, ex-chief executive of Aspi. The motorway bridge running through the city came down in a rain storm at the height of the holiday season, sending cars…
DUBAI – Iran said on Thursday the Strait of Hormuz is an inviolable red line and vowed to respond across the entire Gulf region if the US attacked the Islamic Republic’s infrastructure. According to the US military, a new wave of strikes were launched and the naval blockade of Iran’s ports was resumed, which Washington says aims to open a path through the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran had closed after the breakdown of the temporary ceasefire. Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia, spokesperson for the Iranian Army, said the Strait of Hormuz, through which before the war about a fifth of…
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) uncovered a cemetery dating back to the large Wadi Suq era and the Late Bronze Age (c. 2000-1300 BCE) within the Pre-Islamic Qattarah Necropolis in Al Ain Region. This latest discovery offers significant insights into the enduring cultural practices and resourcefulness of ancient communities in the Arabian Peninsula. It also deepens the understanding of the region’s ancient past, strengthens cultural identity and underscores Al Ain Region’s importance as a Unesco World Heritage Site with a pivotal role in the development of prehistoric cultures. The Qattarah Necropolis, known for…
ABU DHABI, 16th July, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates’ advanced technology and defence company, EDGE, today announced an agreement to acquire a 100% stake in AKAER, a Brazilian aerospace and engineering company with more than 30 years of experience delivering advanced products and solutions across the aerospace and defence sectors. The acquisition, which remains subject to customary conditions precedent and regulatory approvals, would give EDGE an established engineering base in Brazil and a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team spanning the full product lifecycle, from conceptual design through to industrialisation. It would strengthen EDGE’s ability to secure industrialisation timelines on…
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey arrives in theaters this Thursday, July 16, in preview screenings, bringing with it the kind of anticipation usually reserved for once-in-a-generation cinematic events. But for millions of moviegoers, there’s one unavoidable problem before they even buy a ticket: They simply can’t watch the film the way Christopher Nolan intended it to be seen. The Odyssey isn’t just another blockbuster released in IMAX. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. It is the first feature film in history shot entirely using IMAX 70mm film cameras, making every shot, composition, and visual…
TEHRAN — Iran has struck US bases in Gulf nations, including Kuwait and Bahrain, in retaliation for the “barbaric attack” on a children’s cancer hospital in Khuzestan province in the country’s southweston Thursday. According to Iranian state media, the Shahid Baghaei Hospital was temporarily evacuated after the US reportedly targeted nearby areas. The hospital treated patients with cancer and blood diseases, particularly children. “This barbaric attack – reminiscent of Israel’s atrocities against healthcare facilities – caused severe suffering and anxiety upon the hospitalised children,” Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei posted on X. “After the aggressive attack by the criminal America…
Krish Prasad, senior vice president and general manager, VMware Cloud Foundation Division, Broadcom. VMware Cloud Foundation to deliver a secure, unified private cloud platform, driving global operational resilience and banking innovation. Dubai — Broadcom Inc. and Standard Chartered today announced a long-term strategic commitment to accelerate the bank’s global infrastructure modernisation by establishing a secure, resilient private cloud foundation to seamlessly support critical banking services across 54 global markets. As a leading international bank, Standard Chartered requires infrastructure that delivers operational consistency at a global scale while staying ahead of evolving regulatory and security requirements. Standard Chartered has realigned its…