Thursday , 26 March 2026

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Under the directives of Hamdan bin Zayed, Emirates Red Crescent increases contribution to Mother of the Nation Endowment for Orphans to AED150m

ABU DHABI/AD MEDIA OFFICE Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Red Crescent, the Authority has announced that it has raised its contribution to reach AED150 million in support of the Mother of the Nation Endowment for Orphans initiative, launched under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed …

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Department of Municipalities and Transport reopens transformed Khalidiyah Park

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE Khalidiyah Park has reopened following major redevelopment by the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), with more than 62,000 square metre site modernised to support a balanced lifestyle of exercise, leisure and socialisation. Central to the project is a 660 metre enclosed cooled walkway connecting various zones of the park, with integrated rest spots …

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‘Edge of Life’ campaign raises over AED2.822b before end of Ramadan

DUBAI / WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, announced that the “Edge of Life” campaign to rescue five million children from hunger has exceeded its target before the end of Ramadan, and concluded with a resounding success having raised over AED2.822 billion from 44,208 contributors including individuals, businesses and …

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Mohammed bin Rashid issues Decree on Central Grievances Committee for Dubai Government employees

DUBAI / WAM In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister, issued Decree No. (5) of 2026 on the Central Grievances Committee for Dubai Government employees. The Decree aims to strengthen justice, transparency, and good governance in Dubai’s government, while promoting job security and encouraging employee performance …

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UAE FinTech sector set to reach $5.71b by 2029 amid rapid innovation growth

ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE continues to strengthen its position as one of the world’s leading centres in the financial technology (FinTech) sector, benefiting from an integrated ecosystem that combines advanced digital infrastructure, flexible regulatory frameworks, and the flow of global investments, in addition to the presence of leading financial and technology institutions. These factors have contributed to transforming the country …

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UAE air defences intercept 4 ballistic missiles, 6 UAVs

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE air defence systems intercepted 4 ballistic missiles and 6 drones on 15th March 2026 coming from Iran. Since the start of the blatant Iranian attacks, UAE air defences have intercepted 298 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,606 UAVs. These attacks resulted in the death of six people of Emirati, Pakistani, Nepali and Bangladeshi nationalities, and 142 …

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UAE and Egyptian Presidents discuss regional developments in phone call

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Sunday received a phone call from His Excellency Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, during which they discussed developments in the region following the escalating military actions and the risks of a widening conflict and its implications for regional and international security and …

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C Resorts Strengthens Its Sustainability Commitment with Green Globe Certification for C Rodrigues Mourouk and Recertification of C Mauritius Palmar

GULF TIME Green Globe is one of the hospitality industry’s most respected sustainability certifications, recognising tourism businesses that demonstrate measurable progress across environmental management, social responsibility, cultural preservation, and sustainable operations. The certification process involves rigorous independent audits assessing performance in areas such as energy efficiency, water conservation, waste management, responsible sourcing, community engagement, and environmental protection. For C Resorts, …

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