Author: Editorial team
DUBAI, 5th June, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage and in the presence of Sheikh Salem bin Sultan bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Ras Al Khaimah Civil Aviation Authority, member of the Executive Council of Ras Al Khaimah Government and Honorary Member of the Emirates Environmental Group (EEG), the organisation celebrated the 29th cycle of the Emirates Recycling Awards in conjunction with World Environment Day 2026. Held under the global theme, “Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future,” the ceremony brought together government entities, corporate leaders, academic institutions, diplomatic representatives, media organisations and members of the community,…
From predicting accident hotspots to detecting speeding vehicles in real time, Dubai Police is increasingly using artificial intelligence and smart traffic systems to make roads safer across the emirate. By analysing live traffic data, vehicle speeds, and driver behaviour, authorities can now identify potential risks before they escalate into serious incidents, allowing officers to intervene more quickly and effectively. Speaking to Khaleej Times, Dubai Police said its advanced traffic management system continuously analyses live traffic information, including vehicle volumes, speeds, and movement patterns across the emirate. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The…
As schools break for summer and airports across the UAE prepare for one of the busiest travel periods of the year, healthcare professionals are warning residents against a common but often overlooked travel mistake: leaving vaccinations until the final stages of trip planning. While flights, accommodation and visa applications often take priority, many travellers fail to check whether their destination requires specific vaccines or health precautions. Doctors say this oversight can lead to unnecessary stress, disrupted travel plans and increased exposure to preventable illnesses. According to UAE-based physicians, many travellers only become aware of vaccination requirements when they begin the…
Humidity levels in the UAE will increase by night on Saturday, June 6, and on Sunday morning over some coastal areas, as per the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Overall, skies will be fair, but conditions may turn dusty at times. Light to moderate southwesterly to northwesterly winds will blow, freshening to strong at times, causing blowing dust and sand, reducing the horizontal visibility, with a speed of 15–30kmph, reaching 50 kmph. The sea will be rough to moderate in the Arabian Gulf and slight in Oman Sea. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…
DUBAI, 5th June May, 2026 (WAM) — In line with the UAE’s vision for environmental stewardship and strengthening community partnerships, the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) launched a series of strategic initiatives coinciding with the World Environment Day on June 5th. Coinciding with the Year of Family these initiatives reaffirm environmental protection as a national responsibility rooted in the family. The initiatives aim to engage all segments of society in sustainable living, translating environmental awareness into daily actions that preserve biodiversity and natural resources for the future. These activities align with this year’s World Environment Day theme, ‘Act…
WASHINGTON, 6th June, 2026 (WAM) — SpaceX said on Friday it has entered into a multi-year cloud services agreement with Alphabet’s Google, locking in computing capacity as it prepares for its highly anticipated U.S. stock market debut next week, Reuters reported. As part of the deal, Google will pay SpaceX $920 million monthly from October this year to June 2029, with capacity ramping up through September at a reduced fee, Elon Musk’s space venture said in a regulatory filing. The compute capacity provided includes about 110,000 Nvidia GPUs, CPUs, memory and other related components. The pact brings another high-profile customer…
Dubai Police on Friday warned residents of a traffic accident obstructing flow on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road (E311) opposite Arabian Ranches. The accident is affecting traffic flow towards Sharjah. Motorists were advised to expect delays and exercise caution while navigating the affected area. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The authority also warned residents of a separate accident on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road (E311) at the Dubai Industrial City roundabout in the direction towards Abu Dhabi. Source: Khaleej Times
MANCHESTER, 5th June, 2026 (WAM) — Khaldoon Al Mubarak, Chairman of Manchester City Football Club, said the long-term investment strategy led by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, since acquiring the club in 2008 has increased the value of City Football Group from around US$120 million to more than US$8 billion today. Speaking to Manchester City’s official channel, Al Mubarak said the Group’s investment approach is based on continuously building value, strengthening assets, achieving sustainable growth, and investing in the communities where it operates, generating long-term revenues…
ABU DHABI, 6th June, 2026 (WAM) — The 3rd International Dialogue of CiviliSations & Tolerance Conference (IDCT 2026) concluded in Abu Dhabi Friday, following three days of extensive discussions held under the theme “The Impact of New Media and AI on Family and Community.” The event gathered global officials, parliamentarians, academics, and experts to discuss the role of scientific research, education, and the family in navigating rapid global technological shifts. In a statement delivered on the sidelines of the conference, Sheikh Ammar bin Nasser Al Mualla, Vice Chancellor of the Emirates Scholar Center for Research and Studies, emphasised the importance…
ROME, 6th June, 2026 (WAM) — What looked set to be a transitional stage turned into another day of bold racing for UAE Team ADQ, whose aggressive tactics earned valuable seconds for Elisa Longo Borghini and, perhaps more importantly, provided further confirmation that the Italian champion’s form is continuing to improve at exactly the right time. Stage 7 of the Giro d’Italia Women covered 159 kilometres from Sorbolo Mezzani to Salice Terme. As expected, an early breakaway formed shortly after the start, while a series of crashes animated the day. One of those incidents also involved race leader Anna van…