AL AIN / GULF TIME Al Ain Museum successfully concluded its vibrant three-day programme celebrating International Museum Day under the theme “Uniting a Divided World,” welcoming visitors from across the community to engage in a series of immersive educational workshops and interactive cultural experiences from 16 to 18 May. Marking the first International Museum Day celebration since the museum’s reopening in October 2025, the …

DUBAI / GULF TIME Popular comedian and actor Kiku Sharda has received the handover of his apartment at Skyz by Danube, marking another milestone in Dubai’s growing appeal among global celebrities and investors. Developed by Danube Properties, Skyz by Danube is a contemporary residential tower known for its modern design, fully furnished premium apartments, and lifestyle-focused amenities in Arjan – …

DUBAI / GULF TIME WOW Resorts today hosted a signing ceremony at The St. Regis Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, marking a major milestone for the JW Marriott Al Marjan Island Resort & JW Marriott Residences Al Marjan Island, the first JW Marriott-branded residential property in the GCC, located on Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah. WOW Resorts has engaged China …

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME Make-A-Wish Foundation UAE, in partnership with Makani Al Shamkha Mall, has launched the 15th edition of the “Eid Al Adha Wishes Market,” running from 12 May to 10 June 2026 at Makani Al Shamkha Mall in Abu Dhabi. Held in line with the UAE leadership’s vision to strengthen social cohesion during the Year of Family, …

SHARJAH / WAM His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, Chairman of the Sharjah Council for Higher Education and Scientific Research (SCHESR), chaired on Monday morning the meeting of the Council’s Permanent Executive Committee at its headquarters in University City. The meeting discussed enhancing academic performance in educational institutions and ways …

ABU DHABI / WAM President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to King Harald V of Norway on the occasion of his country’s National Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received The Hon Richard Marles MP, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence of Australia. During the meeting, His Highness and the Australian Deputy Prime Minister discussed cooperation between the two countries, as well as opportunities to further strengthen ties, particularly in defence-related fields. The …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today offered condolences on the passing of Amna Ahmed Mohammed bin Arar Al Dhaheri during a visit to the family’s residence in Abu Dhabi. His Highness conveyed his heartfelt sympathies to the family of the deceased and prayed for her soul to rest in peace, and …

DUBAI / GULF TIME The Shaklan Group, a diversified conglomerate established in 1997, proudly hosted its Dream Home Prize Distribution Ceremony, one of the biggest promotions in the retail sector, marking the grand conclusion of its highly successful three-month campaign. The event celebrated the grand prize winners and the overwhelming response from shoppers across Dubai. The prize distribution ceremony was …

WORLD CAPITALS / WAM Gold fell to a more than one-week low ‌on Friday and was set for a weekly decline as higher energy prices fuelled inflation fears and prolonged higher interest rates. Spot gold extended losses for the fourth straight session and was down ​0.8 percent at $4,613.19 per ounce by 0205 GMT, its lowest level since 6th May. …