[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 designated 21 individuals and entities on its Local Terrorist List over their links to Lebanon’s Hezbollah. The designation was issued pursuant to Cabinet Resolution No. 63 of 2026, under which the UAE Cabinet approved the inclusion of 16 individuals and five entities on the approved list of individuals and organisations supporting terrorism (Local Terrorist List), in accordance with the UAE’s relevant laws and regulations. The move forms part of the UAE’s ongoing efforts, both domestically and internationally, to disrupt…
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SHARJAH, 12th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Consultative Council is holding its sixteenth session on Thursday, 14th May, at its headquarters in Sharjah. Held as part of the third regular session of the eleventh legislative term, the meeting will be chaired by Halima Humaid Al Owais, Chairman of the Council. The agenda for the meeting will include the council’s discussion of the draft law for 2026 on the regulation of the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in Sharjah. Attending the session from the Sharjah Civil Aviation Authority will be Sheikh Khalid bin Essam bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Sharjah…
Meta Platforms recently completed its purchase of Assured Robot Intelligence, a startup developing AI models for robots, as part of a major initiative focused on building humanoid technology. A representative for Meta told Mobile World Live it closed the acquisition on the 1st of May 2026. Financial terms were not disclosed. “We acquired Assured Robot Intelligence, a company at the frontier of robotic intelligence designed to enable robots to understand, predict and adapt to human behaviours in complex and dynamic environments”, Meta stated. The representative explained the Assured Robot Intelligence “will bring a deep expertise in how we can design…
The weather in the UAE on Wednesday, May 12, will be fair in general. Light to moderate northwesterly to southwesterly winds will blow with a speed of 10 km/hr to 25 km/hr, reaching 35 km/hr, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and in the Oman Sea. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channel Temperatures are set to rise to 37°C in Dubai and Sharjah. The emirates will see lows of 26°C and 23°C respectively. In Abu Dhabi, the mercury will range between 24°C…
RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received on Tuesday a phone call from Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of Jordan Ayman Safadi. During the call, the ministers discussed the latest developments in the region and the efforts being made in this regard. They also reviewed continuing bilateral coordination and consultations between the two countries. Source: Saudi Gazette
JEDDAH — The Council of Ministers on Tuesday reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s unwavering support for the Gulf states and the measures they are taking to ensure their security and stability. The Cabinet session, chaired by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah, condemned the treacherous attacks on the territories and territorial waters of the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Kuwait. At the outset of the session, the Crown Prince briefed the Cabinet on the contents of the two messages he received from President Mohamed Cheikh El Ghazouani of Mauritania and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of Japan. In a…
The rise of individuals with personal brands and online following has been an unparalleled trend in the digital era. While the trend has exploded due to several factors, such as the rising consumption of digital media and technological advancements that have made it easier to create and share content, it has also shaped a whole new industry that now operates as part of the creator economy. “As the ecosystem grows, the total addressable market of the creator economy could roughly double in size over the next five years to $480 billion by 2027 from $250 billion today,” cites a 2023…
DUBAI, 12th May, 2026 (WAM) — Amlak Finance PJSC announced its quarterly financial results for the period ended 31st March 2026. The Company maintained its focus on the prudent management of its UAE operations and overall balance sheet. During the period, Amlak reported a net profit after income tax of AED52 million, compared to AED28 million in the corresponding period of 2025, representing a quarter-on-quarter growth of 86%. Amlak’s total revenue for Q1 2026 increased by 8% to AED65 million, compared to AED60 million in the corresponding period of 2025. Revenue from financing and investing activities increased to AED30 million…
DUBAI, 12th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has been awarded the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification for its office in Dubai Outsource City, achieving the Gold rating. This milestone reflects the Authority’s commitment to upholding the highest standards of environmental sustainability and energy efficiency in the workplace. LEED, an internationally recognised green building certification system developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is one of the world’s leading certifications in sustainable building practices. It is awarded to organisations that meet a range of criteria, including energy efficiency, water resource management, enhanced indoor…
The UAE’s health and emergency authorities have confirmed the country’s readiness to respond to any emerging public health developments, including concerns related to the Hantavirus, while stressing that no cause for alarm currently exists. In a joint statement, the UAE’s National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) and the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) said the national monitoring and response system remains fully prepared to deal with potential health threats through proactive surveillance and rapid response mechanisms, reports Emarat Al Youm. Source: Khaleej Times