Author: Editorial team
At 98 years old, a woman suffered from a severe blockage in her leg and the risks she faced could have changed her life. The elderly resident was rushed to Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Khalifa Medical City recently. She was in a critical condition after the blood circulation to her lower limb became severely restricted; a dangerous condition that is common in old age but can lead to tissue damage or even limb loss if not treated urgently. Doctors said there was little time to waste. The vascular surgery team at the hospital quickly assessed the situation and stabilised the patient before…
SHARJAH,9th May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, has offered condolences on the passing of Abdulaziz Mohammed Belhaif Al Nuaimi. H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended the mourning majlis at Majlis Dr Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi in Sharjah, and extended deepest sympathies to the family for their loss, wishing them courage and solace. Source: Emirates News Agency
Thousands of head of livestock are slowly making their way to Dubai’s cattle markets ahead of Eid Al Adha as trucks loaded with sheep, goats and oxen continue arriving in the emirate. At the Al Qusais cattle market on Saturday, workers stood on trucks unloading sheep one after another. Some animals hesitated before jumping down from the vehicles, while others rushed straight into the holding areas as traders shouted instructions to workers around them. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Traders at the market told Khaleej Times that animal arrivals were slightly delayed…
A giant chocolate box at Kite Beach will soon become a canvas for messages of hope, kindness, and unity as FIX Dessert Chocolatier launches a new public art installation aimed at celebrating community spirit in the UAE. Running on May 9 and 10 from 4 pm until midnight, the “Messages from the UAE” activation invites residents to submit heartfelt notes through digital tablets placed inside an interactive FIX Hero Box installation. The messages will appear in real time as part of a growing digital word cloud, later inspiring a limited-edition FIX chocolate box design. The initiative is being launched in…
ABU DHABI, 9th May, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs, the third UAE Wrestling Federation Cup is to be held by the UAE Wrestling Federation on 10th May 2026 at Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi. The tournament will feature 14 clubs and academies and more than 160 athletes, serving as the concluding event of the 2025–2026 sports season and the culmination of a season-long journey of preparation and development for participating athletes. The event reflects the continued growth of wrestling in…
Dubai’s RTA has opened a new 500-metre bridge under the World Trade Centre Roundabout Development Project, as part of its ongoing efforts to advance road infrastructure and enhance the efficiency of the city’s road network. The bridge is aimed at facilitating outbound traffic from Al Bada’ towards 2nd December Street, with onwards access to Sheikh Rashid Road and Al Mustaqbal Street. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels The project is set to support increasing traffic demand in the area, reflecting the leadership’s vision of positioning Dubai as one of the world’s most liveable…
When Rihanna stepped into Antilia for an intimate lunch with the Ambani family, the Internet saw a global superstar wrapped in marigolds and sunlight. In one frame, she is mid-laugh, showered in flower petals, bathed in a soft yellow glow that feels almost too ‘Bollywood’ to be real. For the man behind the lens, however, the moment was less about its “viral” potential and more about what it truly captured: a global icon slipping, effortlessly, into the heart of an Indian celebration. Himanshu Patel, founder of Epic Stories, had already documented one of the Ambani family’s most significant milestones during…
ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — Special Olympics UAE has announced the publication of a peer-reviewed scientific study in the internationally recognized medical journal, Frontiers in Oral Health, marking a significant milestone in inclusive health research and reinforcing the UAE’s global leadership in this field. Drawing on data collected through the Healthy Athletes programme, the study reflects a structured, institutional approach to leveraging field data to inform the development of specialized healthcare services for People of Determination, enhancing responsiveness to athletes’ needs and improving the quality of care provided. The research covers 656 athletes screened across 10 health events…
ABU DHABI, 10th May, 2026 (WAM) — Ukraine’s Vladyslav Rudniev secured the main event title at the 71st edition of the UAE Warriors mixed martial arts championship tonight after defeating Armenia’s Marton Mezhlumyan via submission in the first round at the Space 42 Arena in Al Raha Beach, Abu Dhabi. Sheikh Zayed bin Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan presented the trophy to the champion in the presence of Abdulmunem Al HashemiChairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation (UAEJJF), President of the Jiu-Jitsu Asian Union (JJAU), and Senior Vice President of the International Jiu-Jitsu Federation (JJIF), alongside Saleh Mohamed Al Geziry, Director…
From an AI-powered software which essentially draws a ‘Google Map’ for buildings to a platform that democratises education, three unique student-led startups took the top honours at the New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) Entrepreneurship Incubator Programme. The competition, organised by startAD – the Abu Dhabi-based startup accelerator anchored at NYU Abu Dhabi and powered by Tamkeen – partnered with global logistics giant Agility to support student founders building ventures in artificial intelligence, healthcare and advanced industries. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels A ‘Google Maps’ for buildings Taking home the top…