DUBAI, 4th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has reaffirmed that the Wage Protection System (WPS) remains one of the key pillars underpinning the stability of the UAE labour market, contributing to greater transparency, the protection of rights, and higher levels of compliance across the business environment. The Ministry explained that the WPS aims to ensure the timely payment of wages and strengthen confidence in the workplace, helping to minimise any potential impact on employment relationships or business continuity, while safeguarding workers’ rights and supporting the sustainable growth of the national labour market.…
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ABU DHABI, 4th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The National Anti-Money Laundering and Combatting the Financing of Terrorism and Proliferation Financing Committee (NAMLCFTPC) announced the performance indicators of the UAE’s national AML/CFT/CPF framework for 2025, which were approved by the Higher Committee for Oversight of the National Strategy during its most recent meeting yesterday. The results demonstrate the UAE’s continued commitment to a risk-based and sustainable approach to addressing financial crime threats, enhancing the effectiveness of national efforts, strengthening coordination and integration, and supporting the national system’s ability to measure impact and continuously improve performance through accurate and up-to-date indicators.…
Dubai International Airport announced it was carrying out enhancement works across Terminal 1. The airport alerted residents of some noise or temporary changes in certain areas due to the ongoing works. It assured teams were working to keep disruption to a minimum. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. This comes two days after DXB completed a major upgrade of the Terminal 1 bridge at Dubai International Airport, increasing capacity by 20 per cent during one of the airport’s busiest periods. The expansions took place as the bridge had reached its operational limits. Dubai…
ST. PETERSBURG — Saudi Minister of Energy Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman underscored the world’s pressing need for stability in the energy sector, affirming Saudi Arabia’s enduring role as a dependable energy supplier. “We are a resilient energy supplier; we have been and will remain so under all circumstances,” he said while addressing the 29th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) 2026. Saudi Arabia is the guest of honor at the four-day forum, which commenced on Wednesday. Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman is leading a high-level delegation that includes senior government officials and representatives from major national institutions and companies, among them…
RIYADH — Advisor at the Royal Court and Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah and Director General of the World Health Organization (WHO) Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus signed a joint executive program to enhance nutrition services in primary healthcare centers and hospitals in Gaza Strip. The program was signed via a video conference held on Thursday. The program aims to improve the health and nutritional situation by providing treatment for Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) cases through distributing integrated SAM/PED medical kits, essential medical supplies, nutritional supplements, vitamins, minerals, special nutritional…
Research company Sensor Tower recently released findings estimating that OpenAI’s ChatGPT had crossed 1 billion monthly active users (MAUs) on its app in May 2026. This news would make ChatGPT the fastest app in history to reach this number. In its State of Mobile Report 2026, Sensor Tower found ChatGPT beat the pace set by other popular apps including Google Maps, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube in hitting the 1 billion threshold, a milestone coming three years after launch. The number represents a win for OpenAI in the battle for AI chatbot supremacy, with ChatGPT competing with the likes of Anthropic’s…
JAZAN — Security patrols from the General Directorate of Mujahideen in the southern Jazan region apprehended a Yemeni national for violating border security regulations after he was found transporting 10 Ethiopian and Yemeni nationals, who entered the Kingdom illegally. All the violators were arrested, and legal procedures were completed before they were referred to the relevant authorities. The transporter has been referred to the Public Prosecution. The spokesperson for the General Directorate of Mujahideen underscored that facilitating the entry, transport, or harboring of individuals in violation of border security regulations constitutes a serious crime, punishable by arrest. Offenders may face…
The European Commission (EC) recently unveiled a new package outlining measures to boost the continent’s ambitions around semiconductors, AI, cloud and open source, all as part of a bid to strengthen the bloc’s digital autonomy. EC stated measures in the four areas will help Europe “become an AI continent”, established as a leader in research, development and adoption of AI. It hopes the package will fast track ambitions around technology sovereignty and protect European digital independence, as part of a long-standing goal to reduce reliance on the US and Asia. Starting with chips, the EC said it wants to secure…
Sharjah Police have issued a statement on Thursday regarding a dispute over a social media video that led to murder, sharing details of the incident with the public and urging community members to act responsibly. Khaleej Times reported that an Indian man was allegedly killed and that an investigation in the case was opened pending futher details. Efforts are being made to transfer the body of the deceased to India, according to Salam Papinassery, CEO of YAB Legal. A death notification certificate issued by Al Qassimi Hospital in Sharjah states that the cause of death was an assault with a…
JEDDAH — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman held a phone call on Thursday with King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa of Bahrain. During the call, the Crown Prince emphasized that Saudi Arabia condemns and denounces the brutal Iranian attacks targeting the territory of Bahrain. He also affirmed that Saudi Arabia stands fully in solidarity with Bahrain and supports the measures it takes to defend its security and stability. Source: Saudi Gazette