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ABU DHABI / GULF TIME Al Ain Zoo, one of the largest zoos in the Middle East, welcomes guests during the holy month of Ramadan with adjusted opening hours from 2:00pm to 10:00pm daily, offering special family friendly activities, delicious traditional food and limited time animal themed play areas for children. Whether visiting in the afternoon or the evening, guests …

ABU DHABI / WAM Zayed Authority for People of Determination signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mediclinic Middle East to provide comprehensive cochlear implant services for People of Determination, as part of the Authority’s efforts to strengthen strategic partnerships with leading healthcare institutions and enhance specialised therapeutic and rehabilitation services in line with the highest international medical standards. The …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has congratulated Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Muʿizzaddin of Brunei Darussalam 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, Deputy Prime …

SHARJAH/GULF TIME The General Assembly of Sharjah Coop has approved a total dividend distribution of 20 percent for the financial year 2025, including a 10 percent cash dividend on share capital and a 10 percent cash return on shareholders’ purchases, reflecting the cooperative’s continued strong performance and commitment to delivering sustainable value to its members. The Board of Directors of …

WASHINGTON/WAM H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has met with Massad Boulos, US President’s Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs, during a working visit by H.H. Sheikh Abdullah to Washington. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah and Boulos reviewed the strategic relations between the two countries and ways to further enhance cooperation across …

GULF TIME During Ramadan, late nights, early Suhoor wake-ups and fragmented sleep can quickly disrupt your circadian rhythm, the internal clock that also governs how your skin protects by day and repairs at night. Circadia, the globally trusted professional skincare brand rooted in chronobiology and circadian science, explains how the Ramadan sleep shift can show up on the skin, from …

GULF TIME During the Holy Month of Ramadan, a new evening destination emerges in Dubai, placing culture, food, entertainment, and shared experiences at its centre. Moonlight Market is set to illuminate the Ramadan season at The Plaza, located at Uptown Dubai, with a month-long evening market experience designed to bring communities together after sunset. Operated by 7 Management in partnership …

DUBAI / GULF TIME This Ramadan, Nando’s UAE is bringing back the heart, the heat, and the community spirit with a series of CSR initiatives that invite guests to create real impact across the UAE. Rooted in creativity, gratitude, and social responsibility, the programme brings together meaningful partnerships and moments of support designed to reflect what the Holy Month is …

GULF TIME IdeaCrate Edutainment, the team behind the beloved Orange Wheels — the UAE’s largest indoor edutainment destination, is thrilled to announce the launch of its highly anticipated All Day Play, a new extended weekday play offering designed to support modern families seeking safe, flexible, and meaningful play solutions for their children. Available at select Orange Wheels locations across Abu …

ABU DHABI / WAM The Ministry of Finance (MoF), in its capacity as issuer and in collaboration with the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) as issuing and payment agent, announced the launch of the first-ever 7-year tranche of UAE dirham-denominated Islamic Treasury Sukuk (T-Sukuk) valued at AED550 million. This represents the longest tenor issued under the programme to date, …