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Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) carried 8.2 million riders during the Eid Al Adha holiday. According to RTA, the figure covers the five-day holiday period from May 25 to May 29 and includes ridership across Dubai Metro, Tram, buses, marine transport, taxis, and shared mobility services. Dubai Metro accounted for the largest share of passengers, with its Red and Green Lines serving 3.3 million riders. Public buses transported 1.73 million passengers, while taxi services, including Dubai Taxi and franchise operators, carried 2.3 million riders. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Dubai Tram…
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UAE’s Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) has ordered the recall of two insecticide products sold under the brand name “Goodbye All Insects”, both manufactured by SCITRA. The recall applies to Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. What prompted the recall? The recall order was issued after the authority detected regulatory and technical violations related to the marketing of products that were not registered with the EDE. Moreover, one of the recalled products was found containing a prohibited substance. It was immediately withdrawn from the market to prevent further circulation and minimise potential risks to…
BRUSSELS, 1st June, 2026 (WAM) – Over six years, iron ore imports from third countries fell by 11.3%—from 77.9 million tons in 2020 to 69.0 million tons in 2025, according to data published today. The peak was reached in 2021, when shipments rose by 20.2% year-over-year to 93.6 million tons, likely reflecting the post-crisis recovery in demand in the metallurgical sector following 2020. Subsequently, the market entered a correction phase: in 2022, imports fell by 12.8%, and in 2023, by another 10.5%, to 73.0 million tons. A slight recovery in 2024 of 2.6%, to 74.9 million tons, was not sustained:…
ABU DHABI, 1st June, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms terrorist drone and missile attacks by Iran targeting the State of Kuwait. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that these terrorist attacks constitute a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of Kuwait and a threat to its security and stability. The Ministry expressed the UAE’s full solidarity with Kuwait and its support for all measures aimed at safeguarding its security and stability. Source: Emirates News Agency
AMMAN,1st June, 2026 (WAM) — Jordan’s capital market institutions, in cooperation with Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, officially launched the electronic link between the two markets through the “Tabadul” platform during an official ceremony held at the InterContinental Hotel in Amman. The event was attended by Ghannam Al Mazrouei, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange; Abdullah Salem Al Nuaimi, Group Chief Executive Officer of Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange; Emad Abu Haltem, Chairman of the Board of Commissioners of the Jordan Securities Commission; Mazen Al Wathaifi, Chief Executive Officer of the Amman Stock Exchange; Sara Al Tarawneh, Chief Executive Officer of the…
DUBAI, 1st June, 2026 (WAM) — In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, issued Law No. (12) of 2026 concerning the Community Development Authority in Dubai. The Law states that the Authority’s objectives include the regulation and development of Dubai’s social sector to enhance sustainable community development and improve social services. It also aims to organise service delivery, ensure protection and integration of vulnerable groups, and promote the social and financial empowerment of citizens. In addition, the Law seeks to strengthen social cohesion…
Abu Dhabi — The National Experts Program – AI Track (NEP-AI) begins this June, accelerating the UAE’s National AI Strategy 2031 to embed AI across government operations and vital strategic sectors. NEP-AI supports five strategic priorities under the UAE National AI Strategy 2031: strengthening the UAE’s position as a global AI hub, increasing competitiveness across priority sectors through applied AI, accelerating AI adoption in government services, developing Emirati talent for AI-enabled roles, and connecting advanced research, data, and infrastructure capabilities to real-world implementation across industries. The program brings together Emirati professionals from 25 priority sectors, such as Agentic AI, Data Economy and Monetisation Models,…
After Eid Al Adha gave UAE residents a much-awaited long break, the community is on the look out for the next holiday. For those preparing to travel, planning staycations, or just looking for a time to unwind, the country lists out holidays in advance. This helps residents plan ahead, make the most of the breaks, and often serves as something to look forward to. So when is the next leave? It is expected to fall in mid-June, on the occasion of Islamic New Year. Here’s a guide on what Hijri New Year is, how it is calculated, and if the…
ABU DHABI, 1st June, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has won the right to host the 2027 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship Division II, Group A, following a vote at the International Ice Hockey Federation’s (IIHF) Annual Congress in Zurich, Switzerland. The UAE bid received 14 votes, ahead of Croatia, which secured 11, reflecting growing international confidence in the country’s organisational capabilities and sports infrastructure for hosting major global sporting events. The UAE Winter Sports Federation delegation participated in the congress meetings, headed by Hamel Ahmed Al Qubaisi, Vice President of the Federation, and included Jumaa Al Dhaheri,…