DUBAI, 12th May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Electricity and Water Authority PJSC (DEWA) reported record consolidated financial results for the first quarter of 2026, posting revenue of AED6.45 billion, EBITDA of AED2.88 billion, operating profit of AED1.29 billion, and net profit of AED0.94 billion. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice Chairman and MD & CEO of DEWA, said the authority remains committed to innovation and sustainability in line with the vision of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai; His Highness Sheikh Hamdan…
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Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) on Tuesday announced the dates for Eid Al Adha public holiday for private schools across the emirate. Students will begin the official holiday on Monday (May 25) and continue until Thursday (May 28), with classes resuming on Monday (June 1), the authority announced. This means that students across Sharjah can enjoy a 10-day holiday, with May 22-24 and May 29-31 being observed as usual weekends in the emirate. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Earlier in the day, Dubai announced the dates for Eid Al Adha break for private schools across the emirate.…
JERUSALEM — Israel has passed a new law to impose the death penalty and conduct public trials for those involved in the Hamas-led attacks and mass hostage-taking in Israel in October 2023. The legislation was passed by 93 votes to 0 in Israel’s in 120-seat Knesset late on Monday and was jointly sponsored by government and opposition politicians. The remaining 27 lawmakers abstained and were absent. “May everyone see how the State of Israel is a sovereign state which knows how to hold those who harmed it to account,” opposition politician Yulia Malinovsky, a co-sponsor of the bill, told a…
WASHINGTON — The US government on Monday announced sanctions against individuals and companies in Hong Kong, the United Arab Emirates, and Oman for assisting Iran in shipping oil to China. The move is part of a broader effort to apply pressure on Tehran and disrupt its financial networks, and comes after the US Treasury announced sanctions on Friday on individuals and companies aiding Iranian purchases of weapons and components used to make drones and ballistic missiles. It comes days before US President Donald Trump’s planned meeting with Xi Jinping, where he is expected to press the Chinese leader to help…
As the brand celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, AGON by AOC has been ranked as the No. 1 gaming monitor brand for seven consecutive years according to the 2025 IDC report. This milestone marks a decade of innovation and market dominance. “Ten years ago, our mission was to equip every AGON by AOC user with a true competitive advantage—delivering monitors built for speed, precision, and visual clarity. Today, we’ve not only fulfilled it but also helped define new industry benchmarks”, said Carol Anne Dias, Sales Director, AOC and Philips Monitors (Middle East, Africa & India). “Securing the position as…
The UAE has become the first country in the world to approve a new treatment for patients whose blood pressure remains high despite taking medication, offering fresh hope to people living with hard-to-control hypertension. The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) announced on Monday that it had approved Baxfendy, an innovative medicine developed by AstraZeneca for patients whose blood pressure remains inadequately controlled even after using existing treatments. The medicine contains active substance baxdrostat and will be available in 1mg and 2mg doses and is designed to be used alongside other antihypertensive medicines. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow…
ABU DHABI, 12th May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC), in collaboration with its national strategic cybersecurity partner CPX Holding, announced the launch of the ‘UAE Cyber Factory’ to strengthen the nation’s digital leadership and reinforce its cyber sovereignty. As cyber threats continue to evolve in scale and complexity, the initiative is set to enhance the country’s ability to anticipate, detect and respond to increasingly sophisticated attacks targeting both institutions and individuals. With more than 800,000 daily cyberattacks recorded in recent months, as per the UAE Cyber Security Council, the urgency to build robust and adaptive defences…
From left: Talal M. Al Kaissi, Chief Executive Officer, Core42; Ismail Ali Abdulla, Executive Director, UAE Clusters – UAE Investments Platform, Mubadala Investment Company; and Nasir Al Nabhani, Managing Director, Solutions+. The agreement strengthens the Mubadala Investment Company (MIC) Group’s ability to deploy sovereign, enterprise‑grade cloud, data, and AI infrastructure Abu Dhabi — Core42, a G42 company specialising in sovereign cloud and AI infrastructure, today announced a strategic partnership with Solutions+, the AI-driven shared services company providing technology services and solutions. Announced at Make it in the Emirates, taking place 4 – 7 May in Abu Dhabi, the agreement establishes a structured framework for delivering secure, scalable cloud, data, and…
DUBAI, 12th May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chambers has announced that the upcoming edition of the Dubai Business Forum – China will take place in Shenzhen on 14th October 2026 under the theme ‘Momentum at Scale: Accelerating Shared Success’. The forum will bring together business leaders from Dubai and China to advance strategic partnerships, expand investment opportunities, and unlock new channels for trade, innovation, and technology-led growth. The forum is designed to accelerate the growing momentum between Dubai and China by creating practical channels for trade, investment, and cross-border collaboration. It will also highlight Dubai’s role as a strategic global…
This International Museum Day, visitors can enjoy free entry to all Abu Dhabi museums and cultural institutions, alongside hands-on workshops, live performances, and guided tours across the emirate. Held under this year’s theme, ‘Museums Uniting a Divided World’, the initiative highlights the role museums play in bringing communities together, encouraging dialogue, and promoting cultural understanding. Residents and visitors will be able to explore a wide range of attractions across Abu Dhabi, including sites in the Saadiyat Cultural District, Al Ain, and Delma Island. Entry is free from May 16 to 18, Abu Dhabi Culture said on their website. Stay up…