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Dubai’s hotel sector delivered its strongest monthly performance in six months in August, with occupancy reaching 66 per cent, according to the latest figures released by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) ahead of the opening day of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026.The occupancy rate represented 89 per cent of the levels recorded in August 2025 and marked a steep climb from the 36 per cent occupancy seen in March this year, signalling a sustained recovery in underlying demand.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp ChannelsHotel room inventory approached 149,000 rooms by the…
India beat Sri Lanka by 72 runs in the final to win the Women’s T20 Asia Cup title at Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. Riding on brilliant half-centuries from openers Smriti Mandhana (59) and Shafali Verma (68), India made an imposing 183 for five. In reply, Sri Lanka were bowled out for 111 in the final ball of their innings as spinners Shree Charani (4-1-20-4) and Deepti Sharma (4-0-19-3) delivered brilliant spells. Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur was delighted after India recorded their eighth Asian Cup title. “We know they are a great team. But we played to our standards. We set…
New partnership gives scholarship recipients access to discounts and offers across multiple sectors in the UAE and internationally Dubai: Dubai Police’s Esaad Card Centre and the Hamdan bin Mohammed Scholarship Programme have signed a memorandum of cooperation (MoC) to extend Esaad card benefits to students enrolled in the programme. The initiative will provide scholarship recipients with access to exclusive offers and discounts across participating companies and institutions in the commercial, tourism, entertainment, healthcare and education sectors, both within the UAE and internationally. The agreement was signed during the orientation day for the third cohort of students in the Hamdan bin…
Participants in Dubai Police’s Policing Innovation and Leadership Diploma say the programme broadened their perspectives on policing, technology and international cooperation Dubai: Two police officers from El Salvador are returning home with new perspectives on leadership, innovation and international cooperation after participating in the third edition of the Policing Innovation and Leadership (PIL) Diploma, organised by Dubai Police in collaboration with Rabdan Academy. Inspector Martina Sandoval and Sub Inspector Santos Ernesto Aguilar Murillo of the National Civil Police of El Salvador joined the programme with different professional backgrounds but a shared goal of learning from international policing experiences. Sandoval brought…
King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein of the Kingdom of Jordan arrived in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, September 13, on a fraternal visit to the UAE. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed the moarch upon his arrival in the country. The king was also received by Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs; Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Adviser to the UAE President; and several senior officials. Stay up to date…
NEW DELHI, 13th September, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, said that the UAE’s participation in the 18th BRICS Summit in the Indian capital, New Delhi, with a delegation headed by H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, is of great strategic importance and reflects the UAE’s active and influential presence in one of the world’s most important economic and strategic platforms. In statements today, Al Zeyoudi said the UAE’s participation underscores the country’s commitment to strengthening international cooperation and supporting development and peace efforts. He…
US President Donald Trump said on Sunday a lot of “very negative forces” are bringing things up about AI “that won’t happen” and said that he wanted to make sure that the United States remains the industry leader.”We’re leading China in AI. We’re the most sophisticated country in the world, and frankly I want to keep it that way because whoever wins AI wins,” Trump, at his Ireland golf course, told reporters when asked if the AI industry should slow down or be more regulated. “We could put guardrails. We can do this and that. But I think you have a lot of very…
Kimi Antonelli moved a mighty step closer to the Formula One title on Sunday after winning the first Spanish Grand Prix held at Madrid’s new circuit with a slice of luck on the side.The 20-year-old Italian’s Madring victory, his eighth win of the season, stretched his championship lead to 81 points after 14 rounds.Antonelli benefited from a well-timed virtual safety car (VSC) and calamitous McLaren pitstop on lap 16 of 57 that robbed pole-sitter and early leader Lando Norris of a likely win on a track where overtaking proved almost impossible.”I think today it’s good to win but it doesn’t…
Visitors will be introduced to digital safety services, tourist support solutions and awareness initiatives during the travel industry’s flagship event. Dubai: Dubai Police, represented by the Tourist Police Department at the General Department of Criminal Investigation, will participate in Arabian Travel Market 2026 with a dedicated platform showcasing a range of security and smart services for residents and visitors. The exhibition opens on Monday at the Dubai World Trade Centre and will bring together organisations, institutions and companies from the global tourism and travel sector. Dubai Police said its participation reflects a commitment to maintaining an active presence at major…
Inspired by family traditions, Naila Alremeithi transformed a personal passion for natural skincare into a thriving UAE businessDubai: From home to the world. The story of how Emirati entrepreneur Naila Alremeithi turned traditional home wellness routines into a successful business is an inspiring journey rooted in family, learning and perseverance.For Naila Alremeithi, beauty and wellbeing were never separate from everyday life. Growing up in Abu Dhabi, she was surrounded by family traditions that relied on natural ingredients for skincare, haircare and personal wellness. Long before natural beauty products became fashionable, they were simply part of how her family cared for…