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DUBAI, 9th May, 2026 (WAM) — Hussain Nasser Al Rahma, Founding President of Emirates Intensive Care Society under the Emirates Medical Association and Founding Chairman of the Emirates Critical Care Conference, said the event has become a leading platform across the Gulf, the Middle East, and North Africa for global manufacturers of medical devices and healthcare technologies. Speaking on the sidelines of the conference at InterContinental Dubai Festival City, Al Rahma said international companies are increasingly choosing the UAE to launch their latest innovations, recognising the country as a strategic gateway to rapidly expanding regional healthcare markets. He revealed that…
SHARJAH, 9th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department organised its Annual Forum 2026 under the theme “Messages Among the Stars”, in an atmosphere reflecting a strong sense of belonging and institutional excellence. Through the forum, the department promoted positive competitiveness among its employees as part of its ongoing efforts to support and develop the real estate sector in the Emirate of Sharjah. The forum also aimed to reinforce a culture of excellence within the work environment, recognise the efforts of employees across various departments, strengthen the spirit of teamwork, and motivate talents to continue achieving accomplishments,…
On Sunday, May 10, UAE residents can expect fair weather in general, according to a forecast by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Dubai will see a high of 38°C, and Abu Dhabi will see a high of 37°C. The lowest temperature in Abu Dhabi and Dubai will be 27°C in both cities. However, temperatures are expected to go up till 42°C in some internal areas. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Light to moderate northwesterly to southwesterly winds will blow. The winds will be fresh at times, especially over the sea. Dust…
Eid Al Adha will fall at the end of May this year and UAE residents are already planning how to turn that break into a proper getaway. With Arafah Day expected on May 26, followed by a three-day public holiday from May 27-29, most people with a Saturday–Sunday weekend are looking at a six-day escape window without touching too much annual leave. If you are one of them and you want somewhere that doesn’t involve weeks of embassy appointments and paperwork, these visa-free and visa-on-arrival destinations should be on your radar. Where UAE residents are heading this Eid What’s different…
ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — INTRATOMICS Advanced Material Technologies, a subsidiary of Khalifa University Enterprises Company (KUEC) and commercial spin-off of the Research and Innovation Centre for Graphene and 2D Materials (RIC2D), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sindan, the UAE’s national hub for AI-driven advanced manufacturing, to advance additive manufacturing with next-generation materials. The MoU was signed by Fahad Al Absi, CEO, INTRATOMICS, and Heyuan Huang, Managing Director and CEO of Sindan, on the sidelines of Make It In the Emirates 2026. The collaboration reinforced the partners’ commitment to advancing manufacturing capabilities in the UAE,…
An Indian crew member has died, and four others have been injured following a fire on board a wooden dhow at sea close to the Strait of Hormuz, the Consulate General of India in Dubai confirmed. The consulate said it was saddened by the “unfortunate incident” and has extended its deepest condolences to the family of the deceased. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels The fire broke out on the Indian-registered wooden dhow while it was at sea and capsized soon after. According to Indian media sources, 17 other crew members, including the…
DUBAI, 9th May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police and the UAE Cycling Federation have discussed enhancing joint cooperation and expanding strategic sports partnerships in support of mutual institutional objectives. The discussions took place during a meeting between Engineer Mansoor Bu Osaiba, Chairman of the UAE Cycling Federation, and a delegation from Dubai Police headed by Brigadier Dr Jassim Mohammad Abdullah, Deputy Director of the General Department of Training. During the meeting, both sides explored ways to further strengthen collaboration, exchange expertise, and develop joint initiatives that support sports development and institutional excellence. Source: Emirates News Agency
From red carpets to fragrance campaigns, Syrian actor Bassel Khaiat is deepening his ties with luxury house Dior. The actor has officially been named the new fragrance ambassador for Dior Beauty in the Middle East, expanding a relationship that has already seen him front the brand’s menswear division in the region since 2024. “Becoming a beauty ambassador for Dior feels like stepping into a legacy of timeless confidence,” the actor told GQ Middle East. “It’s about how you carry yourself, and Dior understands that on a deeper level. Being a Dior ambassador is about owning your presence, quietly, confidently, and…
ABU DHABI, 9th May, 2026 (WAM) — Mansoor Ibrahim Al Mansoori, Chairman of the Department of Health (DoH)– Abu Dhabi, said that the UAE’s remarkable progress in transforming healthcare, moving from a model focused on treating illness, to a system designed to care before it cures, to predict risk, prevent disease, and act early to restore health and improve quality of life. In a statement on the occasion of Emirates Medical Day, Al Mansoori indicated that this transformation reflects continued investment in intelligent infrastructure, integrated data and life science innovation, where AI enables earlier intervention, better clinical decision-making and treatment…
ABU DHABI, 7th May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Football Association, chaired by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, has affirmed its full support for Gianni Infantino’s candidacy for the presidency of the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) for the new electoral term 2027–2031. In a press statement issued today, the UAE Football Association said that this support stems from the significant successes achieved by Infantino during the past period, which witnessed remarkable development in football at various technical and organisational levels, including regulations, laws, and tournaments, in addition to his distinguished relations with member national associations. Source: Emirates…