Arts & Culture

Sharjah to Host Fifth Arab Poetry Forums Across Nine African Nations

News Editor 18/06/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Sharjah Department of Culture will organise the fifth edition of the Arab Poetry Forums in Africa this July and August, following directives from His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. The cultural initiative

Economy

Abu Dhabi Youth Business Council Strengthens SME Links with Shanghai

News Editor 17/06/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Abu Dhabi Youth Business Council (ADYBC), affiliated with the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has completed a strategic economic programme in Shanghai aimed at helping Abu Dhabi-based small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) expand internationally and build stronger commercial ties with Chinese businesses and investors. The initiative

Health

Emirates unveils industry-first travel insurance with conflict-related medical cover

News Editor 17/06/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Dubai-based Emirates has launched what it describes as the world’s most comprehensive travel insurance product, becoming the first airline to offer an enhanced travel cover package that includes medical protection for conflict-related incidents alongside extensive travel disruption support. The new Comprehensive Travel Cover has been developed in

Aviation

Emirates Unveils Industry-First Comprehensive Travel Insurance Cover

News Editor 17/06/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Dubai-based airline Emirates has introduced what it describes as the world’s most comprehensive travel insurance product, becoming the first airline to offer an enhanced travel cover package that combines extensive insurance protection with direct airline support during major travel disruptions. The new Comprehensive Travel Cover has been developed in

Energy

Mubadala Invests $200 Million in Greenlink Energy Interconnector

News Editor 16/06/2026

Photo Credit : Mubadala Investment Company has strengthened its presence in European energy infrastructure with a $200 million investment in Greenlink, a subsea electricity interconnector linking Great Britain and Ireland. The investment sees Mubadala acquire part of infrastructure investor Equitix’s stake in Greenlink, a joint venture between Equitix and Baltic Cable. The

Tech

Best Robot Vacuum-Mop Combos for Pet Hair in the UAE in 2026

News Editor 16/06/2026

Pet owners know the challenge all too well. Freshly cleaned floors can quickly become covered in pet hair, muddy paw prints, scattered litter and everyday debris. Fortunately, the latest generation of robot vacuum-mop combinations offers powerful suction, intelligent navigation and advanced self-cleaning systems that make maintaining a clean home far easier. Here are five

Energy

Siemens Energy to Supply Turbines for 2.6GW Taweelah C Power Plant in Abu Dhabi

News Editor 16/06/2026

Photo Credit : Siemens Energy Siemens Energy has secured a major contract to provide advanced gas and steam turbine technology for the 2.6-gigawatt Taweelah C Independent Power Producer (IPP) project in Abu Dhabi, strengthening the emirate’s energy infrastructure and supporting its long-term sustainability goals. The project marks the third power plant at the Taweelah site

Kuwait News

Kuwait Warns Against Subleasing State-Owned Chalets and Land Plots

News Editor 15/06/2026

Kuwait’s Ministry of Finance has issued a warning to holders of state-owned chalet and land permits, reiterating that subleasing government properties to third parties is strictly prohibited and could result in the cancellation of licences and immediate eviction. The ministry said permit holders must comply with all terms and conditions governing the use of chalets […]

Aviation

Dubai’s Al Maktoum Airport Expansion on Course for 2032 Launch

News Editor 15/06/2026

Photo Credit : AFP Dubai’s ambitious expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport is progressing on schedule, with the first phase of the mega project set to become operational in 2032, according to Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The […]

Aviation

Etihad to Offer Free Medical Travel Insurance for Abu Dhabi Visitors

News Editor 12/06/2026

Etihad Airways will provide complimentary medical travel insurance to eligible international passengers flying to Abu Dhabi from July through December 2026, enhancing the travel experience for visitors to the UAE capital. The new initiative, launched in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), will automatically include medical

Health

Emirates Digestive Diseases Week 2026 Opens in Dubai, Attracting Global Healthcare Experts

News Editor 12/06/2026

Photo Credit  : WAM Dubai has welcomed more than 600 healthcare professionals from 14 countries as Emirates Digestive Diseases Week (EDDW) 2026 officially opened at InterContinental Dubai Festival City, reinforcing the emirate’s growing role as a global hub for medical innovation and scientific collaboration. The two-day conference, held on June 12 and 13, was inaugurated

NEWS DESK

BITCOIN ASIA 2026 ANNOUNCES FIRST WAVE OF SPEAKERS FOR AUGUST HONG KONG EVENT

News Editor 12/06/2026

Balaji Srinivasan, Simon Gerovich, Hugh Hendry, and Other Additional Voices from Global Finance, Policy, and Bitcoin Infrastructure Confirmed for Asia’s Largest Bitcoin Conference Nashville, TN, USA — June 11, 2026 — Bitcoin Asia 2026 today announced its first wave of confirmed speakers for the two-day conference taking place August 27–28 at the Hong Kong Convention

News

Emirates SkyCargo Launches Dedicated Freighter Service to Almaty

News Editor 10/06/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Dubai, UAE – Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo division of Emirates, will launch a dedicated weekly freighter service to Almaty from June 16, 2026, marking its first cargo destination in Central Asia and strengthening trade links between the region and global markets. The new service will operate every Tuesday using a Boeing […]

Energy

EU Launches T-MED Initiative to Drive €25 Billion Clean Energy Investment Across Mediterranean by 2035

News Editor 10/06/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The European Union has unveiled a major clean energy initiative aimed at accelerating renewable energy development and strengthening energy cooperation across the Mediterranean region. Launched during the European Sustainable Energy Week, the Trans-Mediterranean Renewable Energy and Clean Tech Cooperation (T-MED) initiative was introduced by Dubravka

Economy

AD Ports Group Begins Trial Operations at Safaga Terminal in Egypt

News Editor 09/06/2026

Poto Credit : WAM AD Ports Group has launched trial operations at the new Noatum Ports Safaga Terminal in Egypt, marking a significant milestone ahead of the terminal’s full commercial launch later this year. The trial phase was inaugurated during a site visit by Egypt’s Minister of Transport, Lieutenant-General Engineer Kamel El Wazir, and Captain […]

Finance

DFM secures FINMA recognition as foreign trading platform

News Editor 09/06/2026

Photo Credit: Government of Dubai Media Office Dubai, UAE — June 2026 — Dubai Financial Market announced  that it has received official recognition from the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority as a foreign trading venue, marking a significant step in the exchange’s ongoing strategy to broaden international investor access. According to the Emirates News

Aviation

Riyadh Air Opens Dubai Route Bookings Ahead of Daily Flights Launch on June 18

News Editor 08/06/2026

Photo Credit : Riyadh Air Riyadh Air has opened bookings for its new daily service between Dubai and Riyadh, offering travellers in the UAE a direct connection to the Saudi capital starting June 18, 2026. The airline will operate the route between Dubai International Airport and Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport using its Boeing 787-9 […]

Energy

Middle East Energy Marks 50 Years as Global Energy Sector Converges in Dubai

News Editor 08/06/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Middle East Energy will celebrate its 50th anniversary when it returns to the Dubai World Trade Centre from September 1 to 3, 2026, marking five decades since the event first launched in 1976 and reinforcing its status as one of the world’s leading energy industry gatherings. The milestone edition arrives at […]

Aviation

Etihad Airways and TAROM Sign Codeshare Deal to Expand Eastern Europe Connectivity

News Editor 08/06/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Etihad Airways has strengthened its presence in Eastern Europe by signing a new codeshare agreement with Romania’s national carrier, TAROM, creating expanded travel options between Abu Dhabi, Romania, and several key destinations across the region. The agreement was signed during the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting

Energy

DEWA Expands Clean Energy Projects to Advance Dubai’s Net-Zero Goals

News Editor 05/06/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is accelerating its clean energy and sustainability initiatives as part of efforts to reduce carbon emissions, improve resource efficiency and support the UAE’s climate ambitions. Marking World Environment Day 2026, held under the theme “Now For Climate,” DEWA highlighted a portfolio of projects designed to