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ABU DHABI, 26th July, 2026 (WAM) — Thousands of fans packed Etihad Arena UFC FIGHT NIGHT: Ankalaev vs Guskov delivered another unforgettable night of mixed martial arts (MMA) action, featuring thrilling finishes, memorable performances and exciting bouts as Abu Dhabi Showdown Week came to a spectacular close. In the main event, former UFC light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev defeated Bogdan Guskov via fifth-round TKO to strengthen his claim for another shot at the UFC light heavyweight title. Ankalaev said: “I always want to put on exciting fights for the fans. If the opportunity comes to fight again in Abu Dhabi…
Travel time along a key Dubai road corridor will be reduced from 20 minutes to just five once the Oud Metha and Al Asayel Streets Development Project is completed, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced. The project, which is now 90 per cent complete, will also increase the capacity of Oud Metha Street by 50 per cent. As part of the development, the RTA opened a major three-lane bridge on Sunday, July 26, serving motorists travelling from Al Khail Road towards Al Asayel Street via Al Wasl Club Street. The bridge can accommodate 3,600 vehicles per hour. Two…
SEOUL, 26th July, 2026 (WAM) — South Korea’s travel account posted a surplus for the third consecutive month in May, driven by an increase in foreign visitors, government data showed Sunday, according to Yonhap News Agency. The travel account recorded a surplus of $220.5 million in May, compared with a deficit of $820.2 million a year earlier, according to data from the Korea Tourism Organisation. It marked the third consecutive monthly surplus since March, when the account recorded a surplus of $263.8 million, snapping a 72-month streak of deficits that began in March 2020. Travel income totaled $2.58 billion in…
ABU DHABI, 25th July, 2026 (WAM) — The 33rd edition of the UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses continues tomorrow, Sunday 26 July, with the seventh leg staged at the Duindigt Turf Racecourse in The Hague, Kingdom of the Netherlands; a further European appearance for the Prestigious Cup within its expansive global calendar. The Cup series continues to receive the sustained interest and patronage of the UAE’s wise leadership, in support of owners and breeders across the world and in encouragement of the acquisition and breeding of Arabian horses. This commitment helps preserve the breed’s authentic heritage, elevate its…
Question: I recently discovered several unauthorised transactions on my UAE bank account. Although I reported the issue to the bank immediately, the investigation is taking longer than expected. What legal protections do consumers have in such situations, and can the bank be held liable for any financial losses? Answer: Pursuant to your queries, the provisions of consumer protection law issued by the Central Bank of UAE pertaining to the financial institution and the cybercrime laws of UAE are applicable. In the UAE, it is a crime if anyone hacks the e-payment clones’ electronic online payment instruments, transactions, applications or websites,…
ABU DHABI, 25th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has launched the ADMI mangrove observatory, a digital platform developed to monitor, coordinate and advance mangrove restoration efforts across the emirate. Developed under the Abu Dhabi Mangrove Initiative (ADMI) and funded by Dolphin Energy Limited as part of its five-year sponsorship commitment, the platform consolidates restoration data from 19 active projects and multiple partners across Abu Dhabi into a single, integrated system. Drawing on field surveys, satellite imagery and partner-reported data, it provides up-to-date insights into restoration progress, growth rates and project performance across more than…
It has almost been a month since Etihad Rail began its introductory phase connecting Abu Dhabi and Fujairah, and the future of rail network is looking brighter than ever. UAE residents have been praising the ease and comfort of the trains, and tickets, especially during the weekend, are in high demand. With new station opening dates announced, here is how the future of Etihad Rail is going to unfold: Which is the next station to open? The next major milestone on the Etihad Rail calendar is September 30, 2026. On this date, passenger services will formally expand to include two new…
SHARJAH, 25th July, 2026 (WAM) — The 10th edition of the Al Dhaid Date Festival, organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) at Expo Al Dhaid, sees strong attendance from visitors, farmers, and home-based businesses from across the UAE. Running from 23 to 26 July, this year’s festival showcases an impressive variety of locally grown dates, alongside traditional and agricultural products, celebrating not only the season’s finest dates but also a decade of empowering farmers and preserving the UAE’s date palm heritage, thereby strengthening the sustainability and competitiveness of the agricultural sector. This year’s edition brings together…
UAE residents can expect fair weather on July 26, with low clouds appearing eastward. Temperatures are expected to decrease. It will be humid by night and Monday morning, with a probability of fog or mist formation over some coastal and internal areas. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Light to moderate winds will blow in a southeasterly to northwesterly direction. The winds will freshen at times, with a speed of 10kmph to 25kmph, reaching 35 kmph. The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and in Oman Sea. Source: Khaleej Times
The UAE Lottery has announced the results of its latest Lucky Day Draw on Saturday with one participant winning the Dh100,000 third prize and three others securing Dh50,000 each through the Lucky Chance raffle. The winning numbers for Lucky Day Draw were 9, 16, 20, 25, 27 and 28, while the Lucky Month Number was 6. According to results, one player matched five numbers and the Lucky Number to claim the Dh100,000 third prize. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. As many as 37 participants won Dh1,000 each in the fourth prize category,…