News
Sheikh Mohamed calls for rain prayer across UAE mosques on October 9
The UAE President called for the Salaat Al Istisqaa to be performed half an hour before the Friday prayer
Khaleej Times
Science
Henri Kagan, Kenso Soai win 2026 Nobel chemistry prize
Winners share $1.2 million, as well as the fame of winning arguably the world's most prestigious science award
Technology
'Crosscurrents': UAE issues report on water, energy demands associated with AI
The report examines water use across the entire AI value chain, extending beyond data centers to include semiconductor manufacturing and the power generation required to run AI systems
Culture
Soha Ali Khan pays tribute to Jeffrey Archer, remembers his 'Oxford days' bond with father
Recalling Archer’s friendship with her father, Soha said the two had known each other for a long while
News
UAE strongly condemns continued Houthi targeting of Saudi civilian facilities, vessels
The UAE reaffirmed its full solidarity with the Kingdom and its support for all measures aimed at safeguarding its security and stability
Business
Dubai shared housing: Bachelor accommodation not allowed in tourist, commercial areas
Dubai Municipality restricts shared housing to approved zones, bans individual sharing on major tourist streets, and sets a 2027 compliance deadline
Science
Dubai shared accommodation: Minimum room space per person, bathroom, kitchen rules
Shared-accommodation buildings designated for individuals must also provide multipurpose halls suitable for the number of occupants
News
Dubai forms first parents and educators councils, renews students council for 2026-27
The three councils will give students, parents and educators a direct platform to share views and help shape education policies and initiatives across Dubai's private schools
Business
Rise introduces Moments, turning market views into multi-trade strategies
The new trading feature is available on iOS and Android in English, Arabic and Spanish
News
France suspends stun grenade use at student protests ahead of PM speech
A 15-year-old lost a hand on Monday after police fired a stun grenade; another 14-year-old student was hit in the face with a tear gas grenade at close range that he lost several teeth
Sports
15,000km, 32 hours: Kerala fan makes it to Messi's farewell in Argentina
After travelling 15,000km without a ticket, Kerala’s die-hard Messi fan finally struck gold in Buenos Aires and watched his football hero bid farewell to Argentina fans
Technology
Abu Dhabi to train 23,000 government employees in AI by 2027
Employees will receive role-specific AI training, with public access planned through UAE Pass
Technology
Long queues, pile of papers: TAMM chief recalls childhood memories of life before AI
Abu Dhabi has set a goal of becoming the world’s first AI-native government by 2027, while TAMM has been developed as a unified platform for government services
Business
ADIB approves rights issue to raise Dh1.75 billion in gross proceeds
Eligible shareholders will be entitled to subscribe for approximately one new share for every 34.14 existing shares held
Politics
Philippine court issues arrest warrant for lawmaker Leandro Leviste over solar project
The 33-year-old legislator founded Solar Para sa Bayan, which received a 25-year solar power franchise but failed to deliver, leading to cancelled contracts and billions in penalties
Business
IMF chief warns energy shock, growing debt and AI risks threaten global growth
New IMF growth forecasts to be released during the Bangkok meetings will show the biggest growth downgrades will come in economies ravaged by war
Business
HSBC plans job cuts across UK wealth business in AI push, FT reports
The bank plans to cut about half of management and specialist roles in the business, while reductions among financial advisers could reach around 70%, the report said
Lifestyle
Madiha Abaida opens the doors to Pink Madi in Dubai with a star-studded celebration
The Moroccan-Spanish fashion designer and entrepreneur brings together beauty, wellness and Moroccan-inspired rituals at her new Al Barsha salon