MUSCAT / WAM Data issued by the Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf (GCC-Stat) indicate that the GCC countries recorded a 3 percent decline in the annual rate of groundwater extraction over the past nine years, alongside an increase in the share of renewable water resources, which reached 25.5 percent in 2024. This …

AL ARISH / WAM The UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish marked World No Tobacco Day, observed annually on 31st May, by organising an awareness event to highlight the health risks of smoking and promote healthy lifestyle habits among Palestinian patients, their companions and medical staff. Held as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, the event included awareness sessions and …

SHARJAH / WAM His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, attended the graduation ceremony of the Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA) at the University of the Art Sharjah – Class of 2026 – on Sunday morning. The ceremony, held at the university theatre, celebrated the graduation of 52 students. Upon arrival, …

GULF TIME Burtville Developments announced strong construction progress across its project portfolio, with execution advancing at a pace exceeding scheduled construction targets and planned delivery milestones. According to data published on DARI platform of Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport, 7 out of 8 projects currently under construction by Burtville Developments are progressing ahead of schedule. DARI data showed …

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME The dynamic, Yas Marina Circuit is marking the Eid Al Adha holiday with a Trackside Eid Staycation offer, giving guests the opportunity to combine high-adrenaline driving experiences with a complimentary overnight stay at W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island. The offer allows guests booking selected DriveYAS experiences to receive a one-night stay for two, including accommodation and …

ABU DHABI/WAM President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to Javier Milei, President of the Argentine Republic, on the occasion of Revolution 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, Deputy Prime Minister, …

DUBAI/WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has reviewed the work report of the Emirates Tourism Council and the achievements of the UAE tourism sector for 2025. The UAE recorded sustained growth across the sector, with the number of hotel establishment guests rising to more than 32 million in 2025, …

FUJAIRAH/WAM H.H. Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, has ordered the release of 104 prisoners from punitive and correctional institutions in Fujairah on the occasion of Eid Al Adha. The inmates, of various nationalities, were selected based on good conduct and behaviour. The gesture reflects the Fujairah Ruler’s keenness to provide prisoners with …

ABU DHABI/WAM Experience Abu Dhabi will launch a poetry activation at Zayed National Museum on Thursday 28th May. Brought to life in both Arabic and English, the activation invites visitors to take part in intimate one-to-one exchanges with poets, transforming personal reflections into original poetry inspired by the city and its people. Through these conversations, original poems are crafted in …

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi joined forces with Etihad Airways to surprise travelling families and children at Zayed International Airport with a heartwarming character experience ahead of the busy Eid Al Adha and summer travel season. As part of the special collaboration, beloved Warner Bros. characters including Tom and Jerry, Scooby-Doo and Tweety …