Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of the Executive Council, directed that a financial grant of Dh5 million be given to Ajman Club, in appreciation of the outstanding and honourable performance of the club’s first football team during the current football season, and the distinguished results and levels it has achieved. Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Municipality and Planning Department in Ajman and Chairman of Ajman Sports Club, appreciated the generosity of Sheikh Ammar and the continuous support that he gives to the club. Stay up to date with the…
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RIYADH — The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has approved the executive regulations for vacant property fees as part of efforts to improve the efficient use of real estate assets and strengthen balance in the property market. The move comes in line with directives by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman aimed at regulating the real estate sector and improving the balance between supply and demand. The ministry said the regulations are designed to encourage the utilization of vacant buildings and increase the supply of residential and commercial units, helping curb practices that negatively affect market balance. Under the regulations, fees…
RIYADH — The Riyadh University for Arts (RUA) has opened admissions and registration for its first student cohort on May 14, across four colleges offering eight academic programs, with the first phase of its educational programs set to launch on September 6. The programs now open for admission and registration include a Bachelor’s degree in Film and Television Production, a Master’s degree in Screenwriting, and an Intermediate Diploma in Film and Television Production under the College of Film; a Bachelor’s degree in Music Production, a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, and a Bachelor’s degree in Music under the College of…
DUBAI, 15th May, 2026 (WAM) — MENA Blockchain Week (MENABCW), the region’s first decentralised, citywide Blockchain initiative, has officially launched, running from 18th to 24th May in Dubai. Organised by SkyNet X Solutions (SNXS), with Dubai Business Events (DBE), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), as the official destination partner, the initiative brings together 40+ simultaneous events, 5,000+ attendees, and 100+ speakers under a single coordinated campaign. MENA Blockchain Week (MENABCW) encompasses an ecosystem infrastructure: a shared campaign identity that transforms Dubai itself into the venue, allowing independent organisers, community leaders, and Blockchain projects to run…
Abhijit Dubey, CEO and Chief AI Officer, NTT DATA, Inc. NTT DATA, a global leader in AI, digital business and technology services, recently released new research showing that enterprise AI is outgrowing the architecture and infrastructure beneath it as data privacy and sovereignty requirements tighten. The research finds a widening split between enterprises that are redesigning AI for control, locality and security, and organisations still layering AI into environments that were not built to support these requirements. For years, enterprise architecture moved data across systems, clouds, applications and borders with increasing speed and efficiency. AI is exposing the limits of…
The UAE has announced the success of new mediation efforts between Russia and Ukraine, resulting in the release of 205 captives from each side, bringing the total number of captives exchanged between the two countries through UAE-mediated efforts to 7,101. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its appreciation to both countries for their cooperation with the UAE’s mediation endeavours. This reflects both countries’ confidence and appreciation of the UAE’s role in supporting all efforts to resolve the crisis. The Ministry emphasised that the success of this mediation, the twenty-third to date, reflects the distinguished relations between the UAE, Russia…
RIYADH — The Ministry of Energy launched on Thursday the qualification phase for competitions to establish, own, and operate truck-based compressed natural gas (CNG) distribution projects by tankers in the Riyadh and Eastern regions. These competitions are part of the ministry’s efforts to strengthen the natural gas sector’s infrastructure, improve service quality, foster a competitive environment in this vital field, and enhance the use of technology to facilitate access to natural gas. With the aim of maximizing the economic, environmental, and social benefits of petroleum resources, this is expected to help reduce reliance on liquid fuels and support the transition…
JEDDAH — Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman met with National Security Advisor for the United Kingdom Jonathan Powell in Jeddah on Wednesday.During the meeting, they reviewed aspects of Saudi-British relations and cooperation. They discussed joint efforts to address the challenges facing the region amid the current developments, as well as efforts to de-escalate the situation in a manner that preserves regional security and stability. The meeting was attended by Advisor to the Minister of Defense for Intelligence Affairs Hisham bin Saif. On the British side, the meeting was attended by Prime Minister’s Special Advisor for Business and…
DUBAI, 15th May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chambers recently held a meeting with the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade Jiangsu Sub-Council (CCPIT Jiangsu) to discuss ways to strengthen trade and investment cooperation between Dubai and China. The meeting was attended by Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, and Wang Shanhua, Chairman CCPIT Jiangsu & CCOIC Jiangsu. The discussions explored opportunities to enhance economic cooperation, with a focus on strategic sectors that hold strong potential to deepen trade and investment partnerships. Lootah stated, “We are committed to strengthening economic cooperation with Chinese cities and…
As consumers increasingly prioritise realism, gaming performance, cinematic depth, and immersive large-screen experiences, display technology is entering a new phase of competition Published: Fri 15 May 2026, 11:28 AM TCL’s launch of its new 2026 premium TV line-up in the UAE, including the C7L, C8L, and flagship X11L, is about more than introducing larger screens or upgraded specifications. At the centre of the new range is SQD-Mini LED, TCL’s latest display technology designed to improve how televisions handle brightness, colour precision, contrast, and immersive viewing across gaming, sports, and cinematic content. The introduction of SQD-Mini LED reflects a broader shift…