DUBAI, 11th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Finance (MoF), in collaboration with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) and Dubai Chambers, has organised the second awareness event on the UAE’s eInvoicing system, as part of ongoing efforts to keep the business community informed of the latest developments, readiness requirements, and practical steps for joining the new digital ecosystem. The event was attended by Younis Haji AlKhoori, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance, along with several senior officials from the Ministry and the Authority, and more than 500 representatives from private sector companies. The session discussed the objectives of the…
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Apple and Intel have reportedly entered into a preliminary agreement for Intel to manufacture some of the chips which power Apple iPhones, iPads and other devices. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported the two companies engaged in intensive, behind-closed-doors talks for more than a year prior to an agreement being reached over the past few months. For Apple, the deal with Intel could reduce its reliance on chips from TSMC. TSMC is Apple’s primary chip manufacturer, producing nearly all the custom silicon found in iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches. Bloomberg reported last week Apple also held early-stage discussions with…
The weather in the UAE on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, will be fair in general to partly cloudy at times, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). It will be humid by night and Wednesday morning over some coastal areas — especially northward — with a chance of fog or mist. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Light to moderate northwesterly to southwesterly winds will blow with a speed of 10 km/hr to 25, reaching 40 km/hr. The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and in the Oman Sea. Temperatures…
GAZA — A delegation from the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has praised the humanitarian projects implemented by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) in the Gaza Strip. The OCHA delegation conducted a field visit to the Gaza Strip to observe the center’s relief interventions and response mechanisms in support of the Palestinian people. The delegation commended the scale and diversity of the field assistance provided by the KSrelief, as well as its role in alleviating the suffering of the population and supporting the most vulnerable groups. They also praised the level…
RIYADH — The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute on Monday unveiled the first wave of headline speakers and the strategic agenda for FII PRIORITY Europe 2026, taking place from June 17 to 19 in Rome. Under the theme “Europe Reimagined: Capital, Sovereignty & Strategic Autonomy”, the summit will convene global investors, policymakers, innovators, and business leaders to examine how capital can strengthen Europe’s long-term competitiveness across energy, technology, security, finance, and industrial transformation. Chairman of the Executive Committee and Acting CEO of FII Institute Richard Attias said that Europe is entering a decisive period where competitiveness, resilience, and strategic autonomy…
Over the years, wearable art has steadily moved out of niche fashion circles and into the cultural mainstream. This year’s Met Gala theme, centred around the idea of ‘fashion as art’ only pushed that conversation further, with designers across the world treating clothing less like seasonal trend pieces and more like living, breathing canvases carrying a deeper sense of identity. In the UAE, a Dubai-born artist has been translating those ideas into a collection rooted in the country’s spirit of solidarity. For Palestinian artist Dina Sami, who was born and raised in Dubai, the inspiration behind her recent unity-inspired fashion-art…
RABAT, 11th May, 2026 (WAM) — The 42nd Plenary of the Middle East and North Africa Financial Action Task Force (MENAFATF) commenced today in Rabat, Kingdom of Morocco, under the presidency of Hamid Saif AlZaabi, President of MENAFATF. Hosted by the Kingdom of Morocco from 11th to 13th May 2026, the meetings brought together heads of delegations, experts in anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing, and counter-proliferation financing from member states, in addition to observers from regional and international countries and organisations. The opening session was attended by Nadia Fettah, Minister of Economy and Finance of the Kingdom of Morocco. In her…
PARIS, 11th May, 2026 (WAM) — The 33rd edition of the UAE President’s Cup Series for Purebred Arabian Horses achieved a distinguished European debut through its French leg, hosted at the ParisLongchamp racecourse in the capital, Paris, on Sunday. This took place within a global evening of the Emirates French Guineas (Poule d’Essai) races, in a scene that embodied the prestigious status of the Precious Cup and its growing presence in major European arenas. The Precious Cup race series enjoys the support and attention of the UAE’s leadership. This support is directed toward plans for developing the Arabian horse racing…
DUBAI, 11th May, 2026 (WAM) — Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), received Saeed bin Ali Al Hajri, Consul General of Qatar in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, at DEWA’s headquarters. Al Tayer briefed the Qatari Consul General on DEWA’s mandate, activities, development journey, service quality and operational efficiency, underscoring DEWA’s commitment to providing world class infrastructure in line with the highest standards of reliability, efficiency and availability. The meeting highlighted DEWA’s strategic vision and strong commitment to sustainable development. Both sides reaffirmed the strong relations between the UAE and Qatar and…
[Editor’s Note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] After a week of remote learning prompted by the missile threat due to the regional tensions, classrooms across the UAE came alive again on Monday as students returned to in-person learning, reconnecting with friends, teachers and routines many educators say children deeply missed. School leaders across Dubai and Abu Dhabi reported strong attendance rates and a smooth transition back to campus, with many parents reassured by the safety measures, wellbeing support and clear communication maintained throughout the disruption. For many students, the…