From pet relocations to rising costs, gaps in coverage are pushing the UAE to rethink how protection is accessed and understood Published: Fri 27 Mar 2026, 12:12 PM By: Aoun Al Smadi | Partner Content Recent developments across the Middle East have forced many residents to make difficult and often sudden decisions about travel, relocation, and personal arrangements. Amid these changes, one unexpected issue has come into focus: pets. Animal shelters across the UAE have reported a growing number of animals requiring temporary care as some residents depart on short notice and face complex travel requirements for relocating their pets.…
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[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran ceasefire for the latest regional developments.] Private schools across the UAE are accelerating their shift to digital admissions, as distance learning continues to shape how families interact with education providers. According to Emarat Alyoum, from online registration portals to remote interviews and assessments, the enrollment journey is also being completed from home. Parents can enter student details through dedicated school websites, schedule virtual interviews for younger children, or arrange online assessments for higher grades. Once accepted, seat reservation fees are also paid electronically, streamlining what was once a largely in-person process. Stay up…
MANAMA, 9th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the operator and managing body of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), confirms the gradual resumption of flights. This follows the reopening of the Kingdom of Bahrain airspace as announced by its Civil Aviation Affairs (CAA) at the Ministry of Transportation & Telecommunications. According to Bahrain News Agency, BAC confirmed that coordination is ongoing with various partners to ensure the efficient and smooth return of operational activities, while safeguarding the safety and security of travelers. Source: Emirates News Agency
Dubai’s dining scene has a new feel‑good twist: a citywide “pay‑it‑forward” platform that lets you buy treats in advance for someone you may never meet. TreatOnUs.ae turns simple acts of kindness into direct support for local restaurants, while inviting venues to surprise guests, neighbours and those in need with prepaid coffees, desserts and dishes. What is ‘Treat On Us’? This is a new community‑driven initiative created by entrepreneur Alexander Sysoev, inviting people in Dubai to purchase meals and drinks in advance that restaurants then pass on as gestures of care. Inspired by the age-old suspended coffee tradition, it offers a…
Seventeen years ago today, history was scripted in Dubai as the world’s first cloned camel was born in the emirate. Named Injaz, meaning achievement in Arabic, the female calf arrived at the Camel Reproduction Centre (CRC) after a 378-day pregnancy. Scientists had taken a cell from an adult female camel, fused it with an egg cell, and implanted it into a surrogate — a process that took five years of failed attempts before success. At the time, cloning was still approached with caution. The memory of Dolly the sheep, the first cloned mammal born in 1996 in the UK, loomed…
FUJAIRAH, 8th April, 2026 (WAM) — Fujairah Martial Arts Club announced that the list selected to join the Sports Talent Care and National Sports Support Programme includes taekwondo athletes Mozon Issa and Salma Al Naqbi, and fencer Abdullah Al Samahi. Nader Abu Shawish, Director of Fujairah Martial Arts Club, stated that this step reflects the high quality of diverse talents within the club, the significant development in combat sports, and the outstanding achievements accomplished in the name of the UAE, under the support of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah. He pointed out that the…
There’s a certain rhythm to how global brands enter the Dubai market. For Ulta Beauty, that rhythm has picked up rather quickly. Just two months after opening its first UAE store at Mall of the Emirates in January, the American beauty giant has officially opened doors to its second location at Dubai Mall on March 27, marking its rapid growth in one of the world’s most competitive retail landscapes. If Mall of the Emirates served as Ulta’s introduction to the UAE consumer — a way to familiarise shoppers with its distinctly American, all-under-one-roof beauty format — then Dubai Mall represents…
The UAE Lottery announced the results of Lucky Day draw number 260408, held under the twice-weekly format on Wedneaday. The winning numbers for the draw were: Days: 4, 20, 17, 18, 9 and 19 Lucky Month: 1 Lucky Chance winners As part of the Lucky Chance segment, three players won Dh50,000 each. The winning Lucky Chance IDs were: AC0126170 CU7153459 DD8006872 Lucky Day draws are now held every Wednesday and Saturday, giving players more chances to win under the updated format. The game features a Dh30 million grand prize, a Dh5 million second prize, and Lucky Chance prizes in every…
For many mums and dads in the UAE, parenting right now feels like a constant juggle of work, news alerts, academic pressure and family responsibilities. And doing it solo or without the necessary support system, the “village”, can feel even more nerve-wracking. “When parents are stressed and routines are disrupted, everyone in the house will be affected,” says UAE-based clinical psychologist Dr Saliha Afridi. “Children display all sorts of symptoms ranging from behavioural to emotional and academic difficulties.” Some children can become more withdrawn while others become more clingy, she adds. “Some will oscillate between extreme moods because they are…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] The unprovoked Iranian attacks on the UAE necessitate a firm position, including ensuring that Tehran is held accountable and fully liable for damages and reparations, the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Mofa) said in a statement on Wednesday, following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire in the US-Israel-Iran war. The UAE made clear that it is closely following the announcement by US President Donald Trump regarding the 14-day ceasefire, and is seeking further clarification on the agreement’s provisions “to ensure Iran’s full commitment to an immediate cessation…