Author: Editorial team
Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi of Sharjah opened a joint exhibit over the weekend that invited artists from the UAE and Poland to visually recreate stories from each other’s folk traditions, creating a “cultural dialogue beyond geographical borders and linguistic differences.” “Folktales Reimagined” was generated in collaboration between the UAE Board on Books for Young People and the Polish Section of the International Board on Books for Young People. It debuted in Warsaw’s National Library of Poland. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The exhibit let a dozen Emirati and Polish artists…
Customers completed more than 628 million transactions through RTA’s digital channels in 2025, as the authority recorded growth in the use of online transport and mobility services. The authority said that transactions completed through its digital platforms grew by 13 per cent compared to the previous year, while revenue generated through digital channels reached Dh5.3 billion, marking a 20.6 per cent increase. RTA offers 105 digital services through six channels, with digital adoption reaching 96 per cent. Customer happiness with RTA services stood at 98 per cent during the year. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT…
People living with multiple sclerosis (MS), their caregivers, and employers now have access to a new set of practical support resources launched in the UAE as part of a nationwide World MS Day campaign. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS) has introduced a patient guide to help individuals navigate conversations around an MS diagnosis, a dedicated resource for carers, and an HR guide designed to help employers create more inclusive workplaces for employees living with the condition. The resources form part of the society’s fourth annual World MS Day campaign, which is being rolled out across healthcare facilities, workplaces, and…
Dubai Police found a traveller’s missing bag containing valuables in the nick of time as the Arab woman was about to take her flight to Saudi Arabia. The incident first came to light when a Terminal 1 employee found a black bag in an open area of the airport and handed it over to the authorities. Upon inspecting its contents, the bag was found to contain $20,000, 150 grams of gold, other currencies, mobile phones of various brands, and personal documents. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Although the documents revealed the identity…
DUBAI, 31st May, 2026 (WAM) — Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), announced that DEWA commissioned 1,994 new 11kV substations in 2025, compared to 1,530 in 2024, representing an increase of more than 30 percent. Al Tayer said DEWA continues to expand and develop its distribution network infrastructure in line with international standards to meet growing demand for electricity and water in Dubai while supporting the emirate’s economic and urban growth through 2030. He said the expansion supports Dubai’s development goals under the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) and the Dubai 2040 Urban…
ABU DHABI, 31st May, 2026 (WAM) — TRENDS Research & Advisory officially announced its transition into TRENDS Group, marking the beginning of a new phase of integrated knowledge-driven work and strengthening its regional and international presence through an advanced ecosystem that combines scientific research, strategic foresight, monitoring, global outreach, and training. This transformation follows a journey of growth and expansion across multiple fields, necessitating the establishment of a broader framework to accommodate the accelerated pace of development. TRENDS Group comprises five core companies operating within a complementary framework that enhances efficiency and diversifies outputs. These are: TRENDS Research & Advisory,…
Question: Could you explain how the one-month notice period works under UAE labour law? If an employee is unable to serve the full notice period, what are the possible legal or financial consequences? Answer: Pursuant to your queries, it is assumed that an employee is employed by an employer based in the mainland of Dubai; hence, the provisions of the UAE Employment Law are applicable. In the UAE, an employer or an employee who intends to terminate an employment contract must serve the stipulated notice period as mentioned in an employment contract. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT…
It’s Milky Way season in UAE, and people are flocking to what is termed as “one of the darkest spots in the country” — Abu Dhabi’s Al Quaa desert. Hundreds of residents turned up in late May as Dubai Astronomy Group organised an event. But can you drive there yourself? Yes, according to Khadijah Al Hariri, Operations Manager, from DAG. Here’s what you need to know. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. What is the Milky Way spot, and when is the best time to go? As the name suggests, the Milky Way…
ABU DHABI, 30th May, 2026 (WAM) — Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates have sent separate messages of condolences to H.H. Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, on the passing of Abdullah bin Hamad Al Attiyah, former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy and Industry. The messages were sent by Their Highnesses the Rulers, Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammad Al Qasimi of Sharjah, Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi of Ajman, Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi of Fujairah, Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla of Umm Al…
With the ongoing regional instability, economic uncertainty and complex cross-border family structures, legal specialists in the UAE are calling on residents to compile a comprehensive “legacy folder”. They said this will function as a single place to store important personal, financial, and legal documents to prevent administrative chaos for grieving families. The folder, which goes beyond a traditional will, aims to solve what practitioners describe as the single biggest problem following a death — families not knowing where the money is. Samara Iqbal, Founder of Aramas International Lawyers, said the most common problems in the event of the unexpected death…