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Iran’s veteran nuclear negotiator Ali Bagheri, a harsh critic of the West, was Monday named acting foreign minister to replace the top diplomat killed in a helicopter crash along with the president. Bagheri, 56, had served as deputy to the foreign minister of the Islamic republic, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, who perished along with the Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi and seven others in the accident. Bagheri is considered close to Iran’s ultraconservatives and a member of the inner circle of supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who is the father-in-law of Bagheri’s brother. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT…

Alef Education Holding, an AI-powered learning solutions provider based in Abu Dhabi, on Monday announced its intention to proceed with an initial public offering and listing of its ordinary shares for trading on the main market of the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (“ADX”). Alef Education is indirectly majority owned by Abu Dhabi Capital Group. Founded in 2008, ADCG’s scale, global reach, diverse investment mandate, and sector leading businesses, help to create transformative value as the natural partner of choice for some of the world’s leading businesses and investment institutions. The selling shareholders expect to sell 20 per cent of the…

A Donald Trump biopic and the latest dark creation by David Cronenberg premiere in Cannes on Monday as the world-famous film festival reaches midway. Demi Moore looks a serious contender for the best actress award after rave reviews for The Substance, an ultra-gory horror about the pressures women face to maintain bodily perfection as they age. Deadline called the movie “the year’s smartest, goriest horror breakout”, while Variety singled out Moore as “nothing short of fearless”. The festival — considered the film industry’s foremost get-together — concludes with its award ceremony on Saturday, with Barbie director Greta Gerwig heading the…

The Eduscan Group recently had a memorable outing at Big Balloon, the premier destination for family at Al Majaz Waterfront developed by Shurooq. The team saw the presence of children and teachers from various nationalities. This event aimed to provide an inclusive and joyous experience for children from diverse backgrounds and abilities. The excursion was not just about amusement; it was a testament to the power of inclusion and the joy of shared experiences. Children with varying needs and abilities, including those with Autism, Down’s Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and ADHD, were warmly welcomed and actively participated in the day’s activities.…

UBF reaffirms commitment to providing innovative solutions to boost UAE’s global trade Abu Dhabi, Dubai, UAE, 20 May 2024: During its participation in the Global Trade Facilitation Summit 2024, organized by the International Chamber of Commerce (UAE Branch) and Dubai Chambers in May, UAE Banks Federation said that the efforts of UBF member banks are crucial in strengthening the trade ecosystem and trade facilitation solutions. The summit, held under the theme “Sustainability of Trade and Development”, was attended by senior government officials, members of chambers of commerce, experts in global trade, bank officials for trade finance, export credit, supply chains,…

Most of this year’s Memorial Day deals are set to launch very soon, but if you want to get your shopping for Apple devices done early, we’re here to help you out with this roundup of the early Apple Memorial Day sales that are already available. Whether you’re planning to buy a new iPad, iPhone, AirPods, MacBook, or Apple Watch, we’ve got some excellent bargains below. If anything catches your eye. it’s highly recommended that you complete your purchase as soon as possible because there’s no telling how soon these offers will expire — some may not even make it…

From robots patrolling the streets to technology that transcribes bodycam footage and interrogation videos, Dubai Police is using the latest technology to police the emirate. The entity is working with private companies, both local and international, for this. “Policing is not only about catching criminals – it’s about being open and inviting others in the private sector to work alongside law enforcement officials,” said Aisha Harib, a National Experts Program (NEP) Fellow and Head of the Knowledge, Innovation and Development Centre at Dubai Police, speaking to Khaleej Times. In a collaboration, Dubai police is partnering with Massachusetts Institute of Technology…

Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has postponed his visit to Japan scheduled to begin on Monday due to King Salman’s health issue, Japan’s Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi said. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The Crown Prince was scheduled to meet with Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Prime Minister Fumio Kishida during trip scheduled for May 20-23. Saudi Arabia’s state news agency on Sunday reported that 88-year-old King Salman will undergo treatment for a lung inflammation. Reports on Sunday stated that the king was experiencing “high temperature and joint pain”. According…

Mubadala Investment Company, the Abu Dhabi sovereign investor, has made a cornerstone investment in PAG’s Asia Pacific renewable energy platform, primarily focused on supplying solar power to corporations across Japan. PAG REN I will leverage PAG’s multi-decade experience in the Japanese real-estate space as well as the expertise of its in-house renewable energy team, PAG Renewables. The platform aims to operate across developed Asia Pacific economies with a strong focus on Japan, and will support Japan’s ambitious solar plans, with the country targeting to install 108GW of solar capacity by 2030. Hammad Rahman, head of Asia Pacific – traditional infrastructure…

For Sara Al Madani, a leading Emirati entrepreneur and media personality, Season 1 in the glittering world of Real Housewives of Dubai was a warm-up. Reflecting on her journey in the first season, Sara discusses the initial challenge of adapting to the ever-present cameras, an experience that demanded a delicate balance between living naturally and being aware of the constant scrutiny. “It’s not easy to be sitting in front of a lot of cameras and a lot of people and just living your life normally,” she tells City Times in a chat. However, this experience gradually allowed her to open…