RIYADH — Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majed Al-Hogail said that the ministry has fielded more than 22,000 personnel to offer the best possible services for the Hajj pilgrims. Addressing the government press conference in Riyadh on Wednesday, Al-Hogail stated that the ministry, in partnership with the Holy Makkah Mayoralty and Madinah Regional Mayoralty, has mobilized its municipal capabilities to improve the pilgrim experience through integrated regulatory, operational, and field efforts.The minister affirmed that the Hajj system has witnessed significant progress in integration and readiness among government entities in recent years, improving services for pilgrims and enhancing operational efficiency across…
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Two decades ago, Art Dubai launched in a city that was still finding its cultural footing. Today, as the fair marks its 20th edition at Madinat Jumeirah, it’s hard to separate the story of Art Dubai from that of the city itself. Both have grown rapidly, onto the global stage. “We are twins in a way, Art Dubai and Dubai,” Benedetta Ghione, Executive Director of Art Dubai Group, tells Khaleej Times. It’s a comparison that holds up. What began as a relatively small annual fair is now a key fixture on the international art calendar, mirroring Dubai’s own evolution into…
ABU DHABI, 14th May, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates participated in the 125th meeting of the Financial and Economic Cooperation Committee of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), with the UAE delegation headed by Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs. The delegation also included Younis Haji AlKhoori, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance, Ahmed Abdullah bin Lahej Al Falasi, Acting Director General of Customs and Ports Security at the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security, alongside several specialists from the Ministry of Finance. The meeting covered a broad range of strategic…
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia won two gold, three silver, and one bronze medals at the second edition of the North African Olympiad in Informatics (NAOI) 2026 held in Libya on April 18. The first edition launched in Algeria; this year’s edition included 58 competitors from nine North African countries and guest nations. With the aim of enhancing regional cooperation in competitive programming, the NAOI helps identify young talent in computer science and prepares them for international competitions, most notably the International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI). The Kingdom’s achievements in the second NAOI fare results of intensive training programs comprising multiple…
Recent research by Ericsson has revealed that while mobile operators are bullish on the revenue potential of AI and advanced 5G services, a disconnect between ambition and action threatens to leave them at a disadvantage. The global study from Ericsson, based on 455 senior telecom executives, found 90% are confident in their organisation’s ability to capture new revenue opportunities, but around 70% have yet to start implementing the technologies they identify as critical to delivering growth. The vendor’s research found there is broad consensus on where the opportunities exist. Private 5G and enterprise connectivity tops the priority list at 49%,…
SHEROES 2026, organised by Funun Arts Group in collaboration with Khaleej Times, concluded on a powerful and emotional note at the Khaleej Times headquarters in Dubai, bringing together artists, entrepreneurs, educators, sustainability advocates, media professionals and changemakers from around the world for a celebration of women, leadership, creativity, and collective growth. Held under the theme ‘Give to Gain’, the fourth edition of the initiative explored how community-led leadership can create more inclusive and resilient societies. Through art exhibitions, panel discussions, storytelling, and cultural dialogue, the event created a space where conversations around purpose and human connection took centre stage. The…
ABU DHABI, 14th May, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar – and Global clean power leaders RWE welcomed the decision made by Lord Whitehead on behalf of the UK Energy Secretary’s legal authority to approve the Development Consent Order for the two Dogger Bank South (DBS) offshore wind farms. The proposed wind farms, DBS West and DBS East, are expected to have a combined installed capacity of 3 gigawatts (GW) and would be capable of producing enough electricity to power the equivalent of approximately three million UK homes annually. The wind farms are set to…
A passenger who attempted to smuggle cocaine into the UAE by concealing it inside the body was caught at the Zayed International Airport. The incident came to light when a customs inspection official at Zayed International Airport identified suspicious indicators associated with a passenger of African nationality arriving in the UAE. The suspect underwent advanced inspection procedures and was transferred to the hospital for further examination. Medical examinations showed the presence of foreign objects concealed inside the passenger’s body. After operating on the suspect, 100 capsules containing cocaine, with a total weight of 1,418 grams, were extracted. The necessary seizure…
Nestlé Saudi Arabia, in collaboration with Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, celebrated the graduation of the second cohort of the “Nestlé Academy” program, following the completion of the program by 15 male and female students. This milestone reflects the company’s deep commitment to empowering national talent, investing in Saudi human capital, and strengthening its role as an active partner in achieving national development goals. The training program aims to develop their skills and enhance their readiness to enter the labor market, It was held from May 3 to 14, 2026, and included theoretical training and practical applications, in…
DUBAI, 14th May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has opened registration for the 28th edition of the Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX), which will take place from 20th to 22nd October 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. WETEX is one of the leading specialised exhibitions of its kind in the world and the largest in the region. It covers a wide range of sectors, including energy, water, environment, green development, digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI), sustainability, decarbonisation, green mobility, green hydrogen and sustainable cities. Each year, the exhibition continues to expand its focus…