Dubai Real Estate: Arif Developments won the “Editor’s Choice: Excellence in Luxury Living” award at the Gulf Business Real Estate Summit & Awards 2026 at Palazzo Versace Dubai, spotlighting its design-led luxury residential approach. UAE Social Policy: Dubai’s Ruler issued a law creating a Community Development Authority to regulate and expand the emirate’s social services, protect vulnerable groups, and set up community centres and integrated protection systems. UAE–Kuwait Solidarity: The UAE’s foreign ministry strongly condemned attacks attributed to Iran on Kuwait, calling them a violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty and a threat to regional stability. Abu Dhabi Smart Mobility: Q Mobility will roll out automatic parking payments across Abu Dhabi using number-plate recognition, with fees deducted from the Darb e-wallet on exit. UAE Weather: The National Centre of Meteorology warns of extreme heat, with Abu Dhabi forecast to hit up to 48°C this week. Regional Finance: Jordan and the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange launched an electronic trading link via Tabadul to boost cross-border investment and liquidity. Sports & Culture: The UAE karate season ended with the Al Etihad Cup and an inaugural Para-Karate Championship in Sharjah; RAK hosted a European Film Festival running until June 6.