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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…
DUBAI, 11th May, 2026 (WAM) — Salik Company PJSC (Salik), Dubai’s exclusive toll gate operator, today announced its financial results for the three-month period ended March 31, 2026 (Q1 2026). Total revenue for Q1 2026 was reported at AED 728.9 million, a 3.0% decline year-on-year (YoY), reflecting lower toll usage fees due to softer traffic trends during the quarter as resulted from the exceptional event which impacted March performance, partially offset by growth in tag activation fees and other revenue streams. EBITDA for the quarter reached AED 507.2 million, with a solid margin of 69.6%, up 143 bps QoQ and…
RIYADH — Saudi Aramco President and CEO Amin Nasser revealed that Saudi Arabia is pursuing plans to expand its oil export capacity through Yanbu on the Red Sea to more than five million barrels per day, as shipping disruptions choke traffic through the Strait of Hormuz as a result of the Iranian war. During a call with investors to discuss the energy giant’s first-quarter results, Nasser stated: “Regarding the two Yanbu terminals (North Yanbu and South Yanbu), they currently have the capacity to export approximately five million barrels per day, and we are working to expand that capacity further. Our…
Avir Shah. Armela Farms is leveraging automation, AI-driven climate control, robotics, and hydroponic technologies to strengthen food security, optimise water usage, and build a more resilient agricultural ecosystem aligned with the UAE’s industrial and sustainability ambitions. Food production across the UAE is undergoing a technological transformation as advanced agricultural systems begin redefining how farms operate, scale, and respond to growing sustainability and food-security demands. From AI-powered climate control and robotics to precision irrigation and hydroponic cultivation, technology-led farming models are enabling higher productivity, improved crop consistency, and greater resilience against supply-chain disruptions. The UAE’s broader industrial and self-sufficiency ambitions under…
WASHINGTON, 11th May, 2026 (WAM) — A delegation from the UAE Ministry of Investment attended the SelectUSA Investment Summit 2026, held in Washington D.C. Led by Mohammad Abdulrahman Alhawi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Investment, the delegation engaged with US partners, investors, and economic stakeholders to strengthen bilateral investment dialogue, build public and private sector relationships, connect US capital with UAE opportunities, and advance partnerships aligned with national investment priorities spanning technology and AI, clean energy, advanced manufacturing, life sciences and healthcare, financial services, and infrastructure. The Ministry’s participation reflects the depth of the UAE-US investment relationship, anchored by a…
[Editor’s Note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] The UAE has condemned in the strongest terms the drone attack in the Strait of Hormuz targeting a cargo ship operated by a South Korean company, which resulted in a fire onboard the vessel with no injuries reported. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that this attack constitutes a grave threat to the security of international navigation and represents a dangerous escalation aimed at undermining the stability of critical waterways. Stay up to date with the latest news.…
MAKKAH — The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah on Monday launched a service for qualifying external agents and finalizing contracts for the 1448 AH Umrah season through the Masar Nusuk platform. This is part of a digital ecosystem aimed at automating contracting procedures, enhancing operational efficiency, and strengthening the readiness of the Umrah system for the upcoming season. The ministry explained that the new service enables full automation of all contracting stages and adopts a standardized electronic contract model, with digital verification via a quick response (QR) code on the Nusuk platform. The ministry said that a service allowing Saudi…
When a woman in her 30s and 40s starts to feel irritable, withdrawn, or emotionally distant, her partner rarely attributes this to the hormonal imbalance related to menopause. But experts say that failure of understanding one of the most common issues women face is quietly straining marriages across the region. The phenomenon, increasingly referred to as “meno-divorce,” describes the growing number of relationships that break down during perimenopause and menopause, largely because neither partner understands what is happening. “Many of these relationships could have been saved with earlier education, open conversation and appropriate support,” says Donna Howarth, founder of the…
MADINAH — Emir of Madinah and Chairman of the Permanent Hajj and Umrah Committee in the region Prince Salman bin Sultan affirmed that Saudi Arabia has dedicated all its resources to serving pilgrims and enabling them to perform their rituals with ease and tranquility, in line with its longstanding commitment to caring for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims and visitors. He made the remarks during his inspection tour of the Pilgrims’ Welcome and Reception Center on Hijrah Road in Madinah on Monday. He was accompanied by Deputy Emir Prince Saud bin Nahar and several senior officials. Prince Salman noted that the…