RIYADH — The General Directorate of Narcotics Control (GDNC) seized 1,401,925 amphetamine pills concealed inside a machine used for crushing rocks in the Northern Borders Region. The security authorities arrested the transporter and the intended recipients of the shipment in the Northern Borders Region. Those arrested included three Saudi citizens and a Jordanian resident. The seizure was part of the Ministry of Interior’s efforts to combat narcotics and monitor smuggling and trafficking activities targeting the Kingdom’s security and youth. Security authorities urged the public to report any activities related to drug smuggling or trafficking by calling the phone number 911…
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Dubai’s theatre lovers can look forward to an intense courtroom drama as Baarah, a Hindi adaptation of Reginald Rose’s award-winning classic 12 Angry Men, takes the stage at The Junction, Alserkal Avenue, from June 26 to 28. Presented by H72 Productions and adapted and directed by Gautam Goenka, the production marks the first time the classic is being staged in Hindi at the venue. Performed in Hindi with English subtitles, the play aims to make the timeless story accessible to both Hindi-speaking audiences and theatre-goers from diverse backgrounds. The story follows 12 jurors tasked with deciding the fate of a…
KANSAS CITY — Lionel Messi celebrated his 39th birthday on Wednesday while enjoying one of the most memorable World Cups of his remarkable career, with Argentina already through to the knockout stage and the captain standing alone as the tournament’s all-time leading scorer. Messi marked the occasion alongside his Argentina teammates at the team’s training base in Kansas City, Missouri, during his sixth World Cup appearance and his fifth birthday celebration at the tournament. The Argentina captain has been the driving force behind his team’s strong start, scoring all five of Argentina’s goals so far — including a hat trick…
MANAMA — Foreign ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states welcomed all efforts aimed at de-escalating tensions across the region. They underscored the importance of safeguarding security and stability while ensuring freedom of navigation along vital maritime routes. The US-Iran de-escalation agreement must guarantee Gulf security and freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, the ministers emphasized. They made the remarks during a joint ministerial meeting between GCC foreign ministers and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in the Bahraini capital Manama on Thursday. Their discussions centered on the latest developments concerning the Iranian issue and the strategic…
DUBAI, 25th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Supreme Council of Energy held an awareness workshop at the Grand Hyatt Dubai aimed at equipping companies and institutions operating in the energy sector with comprehensive knowledge of the regulatory frameworks and technical controls stipulated in Executive Council Resolution No. (85) of 2025 Regulating Dealing in Petroleum Products in the Emirate of Dubai. The workshop is part of the Council’s constant efforts to reinforce its leadership in regulatory excellence and enhance safety, governance, and compliance standards across Dubai’s petroleum products and energy trading system. The workshop commenced with a keynote address delivered…
MANAMA — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reviewed regional and international developments, most notably the US-Iran agreement and the progress made in negotiations between them. Their meeting was held on the sidelines of the ministerial meeting between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and the United States in Manama on Thursday. Topics such as importance of freedom of international navigation in the Strait of Hormuz without restrictions, and the developments in Gaza and Lebanon were also figured in their talks. The meeting was attended by Advisor to the Minister…
SHARJAH, 25th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Economic Development Department, in collaboration with the Federal Tax Authority, organised a tax workshop to review the UAE’s tax legislative framework and highlight regulations and procedures related to Value Added Tax. The session also outlined the Authority’s role in administering, collecting, and enforcing federal taxes in line with best practices. The workshop aimed to strengthen direct communication with clients and gather feedback to improve services and enhance customer experience. It was attended by representatives from private sector companies, who were briefed on services such as tax certificate issuance and tax group…
MANAMA — Foreign ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states and United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized their commitment to solidifying regional security and further bolstering strategic partnership between the two sides. Their discussions at the GCC-US Joint Ministerial Meeting, held in Manama on Thursday, focused on the latest developments regarding the Iranian issue and the strategic partnership between the two sides. Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan is among the GCC foreign ministers attending the meeting. Addressing the meeting, Rubio said the United States wanted to ensure the interests of its partners and allies in…
DUBAI, 25th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Dr Robin Mann, Chairman of the International Best Practice Competition (IBPC), has honoured Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), for his leadership in shaping a world-class excellence framework and his contribution in enabling DEWA to achieve this global distinction. A total of 11 DEWA teams have also been recognised for developing the outstanding practices. Every submission was classified as a global best practice, with ratings ranging from five to seven stars, reflecting DEWA’s deeply rooted culture of organisational excellence and its commitment to adopting and…
DUBAI, 25th June May, 2026 (WAM) — As Dubai advances its ambition to become one of the world’s top three economic cities, efficient dispute resolution is becoming an increasingly important part of the infrastructure that underpins business confidence, investment and growth. The DIFC Courts Mediation Service Centre supports that ambition by adding to the range of dispute resolution services available through the DIFC Courts, giving businesses, entrepreneurs and individuals a confidential, cost-effective and practical route to settlement where mediation is appropriate. Since its launch in September 2025, the Centre has provided parties with an electronic pathway to explore resolution by…