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As temperatures climb across the UAE, medical experts at RAK Hospital are warning that extreme heat—combined with common everyday habits such as inadequate water intake, excessive caffeine, sugary drinks, and frequent use of painkillers—may be placing hidden stress on kidney health, often without obvious warning signs.

According to Dr. Ajinkya Shivaji Patil, Specialist...

Dubai is set to take centre stage in the gaming industry as the Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF) 2026 gets underway, spotlighting gaming not only as a fast-growing sector, but as a space where players can build valuable real-world skills.

Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), the...

U.S. Markets
U.S. equity markets remain constructive, with the S&P 500 holding near 7,515 after recently breaking above its previous all-time high zone near 7,500. Since U.S. markets were closed yesterday for Memorial Day, trading activity remained limited, and there was no major cash-market volatility to change the broader technical structure.

Dubai, UAE — May 2026 — The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development has marked Africa Day with an update on the progress of three major road infrastructure projects across the continent, underscoring its commitment to sustainable development in partner nations.

According to the Emirates News Agency, the Fund reported significant advancement across its ac...

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Saudi Aramco is transferring its equity stakes in the PRefChem refining and petrochemical venture to Petronas, paving the way for the Malaysian energy giant to take full ownership of the integrated downstream business in Johor, Malaysia.

The ...