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ABU DHABI, 17th July, 2026 (WAM) — President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has awarded the First-Class Order of Zayed II to Nicolas Niemtchinow, Ambassador of the French Republic to the UAE, on the occasion of the end of his tenure as Ambassador to the country. Noura bint Mohamed Al Kaabi, Minister of State, presented the Order to Niemtchinow during a meeting held at the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where she praised the strategic relations between the UAE and France. Al Kaabi reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to further strengthening cooperation and partnership between the…

Abu Dhabi Police have issued another reminder to residents on safe riding guidelines for electric bicycles or scooters. Authorities across the country have issued repeated reminders on the same. Just earlier this week, the Abu Dhabi Police shared a video showing how riding an e-scooter unsafely can risk the motorist’s life. Penalties are also levied on those who do not follow proper safety instructions while riding their e-scooter. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Here are 9 safety rules the authority highlighted: Always wear personal protective equipment, including a helmet, knee pads, and…

ABU DHABI, 17th July, 2026 (WAM) — Modon has announced the complete sell-out of the final phase of Bashayer, its premium waterfront community on Hudayriyat Island, within one day of launch, generating approximately AED1.25 billion in sales. The development attracted strong interest from buyers, with 71 percent being new customers to Modon. Bashayer comprises one- to three-bedroom apartments, four-bedroom penthouses, and newly introduced two- and four-bedroom townhomes. Residents will enjoy a 3.5-kilometre waterfront promenade with walkable piers extending into the water. The development offers a carefully curated collection of lifestyle amenities, including landscaped parks, a fully equipped gym, hydrotherapy facilities,…

RAS AL KHAIMAH, 17th July, 2026 (WAM) — A humanitarian aid flight carrying 100 tonnes of relief supplies departed Ras Al Khaimah International Airport on Friday for the Gaza Strip under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3. The aid flight, organised in cooperation between the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), the Emirati-Palestinian Friendship Club and Dar Al Ber Society, is aimed at supporting Palestinians in Gaza. The aircraft is carrying infant formula, medicines and clothing to help meet urgent humanitarian needs and ease the suffering of families affected by the crisis. Hammoud Al Afari, Relief Operations Coordinator for Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, said…

Dubai — e&, in collaboration with the Federal Youth Authority (FYA), marked World Youth Skills Day 2026 with a dedicated youth activation as part of Summer Camp 2026. The initiative was designed to help young people build skills for the future, exchange knowledge and connect with leaders and peers. Aligned with this year’s global theme, “Skills for a Shared Future”, the activation reflects e&’s continued focus on youth development, inclusion and meaningful community engagement. It features a recently concluded physical workshop and an upcoming virtual session, creating accessible opportunities for young people to learn, participate and collaborate. The activation also supported the objectives of the UAE’s National…

When the Neet exam was postponed, Sankalp Sandeep Naik thought about giving up. “I completely lost interest. I thought I should stop,” the Dubai student recalled. But his mother refused to let him quit. His father stood by him. His brother gave up their shared bedroom every night so Sankalp could study without interruption. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Months later, the Ascentria student, who also studies at JSS Private School in Dubai, became the highest-ranked candidate among those who appeared for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2026 from centres…

There are restaurants in Dubai that arrive with plenty of fanfare before fading into the background. Then there are the rare few that become part of the city’s dining DNA. Shanghai Me belongs firmly in the latter. Years after opening its doors in DIFC, the contemporary Chinese and Japanese restaurant remains one of those venues that somehow manages to appeal to almost everyone. Corporate lunches effortlessly blur into long afternoon meetings, dinners become celebrations, and weekends unfold into some of the city’s most polished brunches. It’s a restaurant that has matured alongside Dubai itself, refining rather than reinventing. This summer, Shanghai…

KUALA LUMPUR, 16th July, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates were drawn alongside hosts Tajikistan, the Republic of Korea and Jordan in Group A of the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2027 qualifiers. The draw, held at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday, placed 30 teams into eight groups – six of four teams and two of three – for the qualifying competition, which will be played in a centralised single round-robin format from 5th to 11th October. Each group winner will advance to the finals, joining the quartet of teams that have qualified directly as…

RAS AL KHAIMAH, 17th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Department of Economic Development in Ras Al Khaimah recorded positive results in commercial compliance indicators during the first half of the current year, after carrying out 24,359 inspection visits covering various establishments and economic activities across the emirate. These visits resulted in 21,968 establishments complying with approved regulations and requirements, achieving a compliance rate of 90 percent. This underscores the effectiveness of the Department’s regulatory framework and its role in fostering an organised and competitive business environment grounded in adherence to laws and regulations. These inspection campaigns form part of the…

WORLD CAPITALS, 17th July, 2026 (WAM) — Oil prices rose on Friday, with Brent crude futures gaining 70 cents, or about 0.83 percent, to $84.93 a barrel at 0312 GMT. The US West ​Texas Intermediate futures rose 81 cents, or 1.03 percent, to $79.76 a barrel, erasing losses from the ​previous session. Both benchmark contracts have climbed nearly 12 percent this week, with Brent on track for a third consecutive weekly gain and WTI on pace for a second weekly gain. Source: Emirates News Agency