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ABU DHABI, 16th May, 2026 (WAM) — The final round of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu Championship continued at Mubadala Arena with competitions for kids, youth, and juveniles, drawing a record 1,400 athletes from around the world. The UAE topped the second day standings ahead of Brazil and Russia, while Al Jazira Club led the academies rankings followed by ADMA Academy and Al Ain Club. The event was attended by senior sports officials and UFC star Khamzat Chimaev, who praised Abu Dhabi’s role in developing jiu-jitsu globally and highlighted the sport’s importance in mixed martial arts. Officials said the…

India’s Central Board of Secondary Education on Saturday, May 16, wrote a message to students taking cognisance of social media posts made by pupils after the Class 12 board results were announced. According to the Board, many Class 12 students have been attributing their results to the change of assessment scheme — the On-Screen Marking mechanism — that was introduced earlier this year. The Board is extremely sensitive to their concerns and is alive to addressing it accordingly. Cbse Board In A Message To Students It reiterated that “student well-being is of paramount importance” and “has attempted to address all…

VIENNA, 16th May, 2026 (WAM) — Austria’s latest banking data showed economic confidence indicators continued to decline amid the impact of tensions in the Middle East on European markets and ongoing pressure from slowing growth, inflation and high energy costs. Austria’s UniCredit Bank said its economic indicator fell by 0.5 points in April from the previous month to -1.8 points, marking its lowest level in six months. Bank economists attributed the decline mainly to weaker sentiment in the services and construction sectors and a sharp drop in consumer confidence. Stefan Bruckbauer, Chief Economist at UniCredit Bank, said the impact of…

LONDON, 16th May, 2026 (WAM) — – Lana Nusseibeh, Minister of State, met with Arsenio Dominguez, Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), to discuss Iran’s ongoing unprovoked terrorist attacks and threats to vessels and seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz and the Arabian Gulf, as well as the steps required to restore safe and unimpeded maritime navigation while ensuring the security of seafarers. Nusseibeh expressed her appreciation to the Secretary-General and his team at the IMO for their important role in securing humanitarian access and safe passage for stranded seafarers and support for diplomatic efforts to deescalate tensions and…

ABU DHABI, 16th May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a phone call with Iruthisham Adam to congratulate her on her appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Maldives. During the call, the two ministers discussed bilateral relations between the two countries and opportunities to enhance cooperation across various fields in a manner that serves their mutual interests. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan expressed his wishes for success to Iruthisham Adam in her duties and affirmed his aspiration to work with her…

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call from Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, during which they discussed various aspects of cooperation and joint efforts aimed at strengthening the strategic partnership between the two countries. During the call, Putin thanked Sheikh Mohamed for the UAE’s continued and successful mediation efforts regarding prisoner exchanges between Russia and Ukraine, underscoring the importance of these efforts and their humanitarian impact. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The two sides also exchanged views on a number of regional and international issues…

TOKYO, 16th May, 2026 (WAM) — Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Jarwan, President of the Global Council for Tolerance and Peace, is participating in an international conference being held in the Japanese capital Tokyo from 14th to 16th May, with the attendance of a distinguished group of leaders, decision-makers and international experts to discuss the most pressing challenges facing the international order amid escalating crises and rapid geopolitical transformations. The conference opened with a recorded video message from Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who welcomed the guests and participants, stressing the importance of international dialogue and joint cooperation in addressing current…

Astronomers at Al Khatm Astronomical Observatory in Abu Dhabi, affiliated with the International Astronomy Centre, captured an image of the last quarter moon of Dhul Qadah on Saturday, May 16, at 3.45pm UAE time. At the time of observation, the moon was 7.5 degrees away from the Sun and was measured at negative 8 hours and 32 minutes old, meaning the new moon had not yet formed. Such daytime sightings are technically significant, as they require specialised equipment and clear atmospheric conditions to distinguish the thin lunar sliver against the glare of the morning sky, according to the observatory team…

ABU DHABI, 16th May, 2026 (WAM) — The International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR) 2026, the leading biennial event dedicated to the national security and civil defence sectors, has announced five new features for its ninth and largest edition, taking place from 19th to 21st May at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The new additions mark a significant expansion in the exhibition’s scope across advanced security technologies, emergency response services, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence (AI)-powered solutions. ISNR 2026 provides a platform for international collaboration and knowledge exchange, bringing together government organisations, law enforcement agencies, and industry experts to address…

KIGALI, 16th May, 2026 (WAM) — On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, attended the CEO Forum Africa in Kigali, Rwanda, where he led a UAE delegation comprising government officials and representatives of the nation’s business community. The Africa CEO Forum is an annual gathering of Africa’s leading business leaders, investors, and policymakers and this edition brought together more than 2,800 participants from around the world to discuss the continent’s economic development. In his remarks to the forum, Al Zeyoudi emphasised the UAE’s ongoing commitment…