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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, congratulated Morocco on their qualification to the World Cup quarter finals, praising the team’s strong performance and fighting spirit. He extended his congratulations to the Atlas Lions for their victory, saying their achievement reflects determination, pride, and excellence on the field. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. He also congratulated the Moroccan people and King Mohammed VI, wishing the team continued success in their upcoming matches. Morocco ended co-hosts Canada’s World Cup dreams at the…

TAIYUAN, China, 4th July, 2026 (WAM) — China sent a new satellite group into space on Saturday from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre in north China’s Shanxi Province, Xinhua News Agency reported. The satellite group was launched at 5:30 p.m. (Beijing Time) aboard a modified Long March-6 carrier rocket and entered its preset orbit successfully. It will form part of the Spacesail Constellation, a mega commercial Chinese low-orbit satellite network. This launch marked the 655th flight mission of the Long March carrier rocket series, according to the launch center Source: Emirates News Agency

FUJAIRAH, 4th July, 2026 (WAM) — The launch of the first introductory passenger service on Etihad Rail represents an important step in the development of the UAE’s tourism sector. The project is expected to support domestic tourism, ease travel between the emirates, and create new opportunities for tourist destinations through a modern, safe and sustainable transport network. Etihad Rail will enhance connectivity between the UAE’s cities, making it easier to explore the country’s natural, cultural and heritage attractions. The railway is also expected to strengthen the appeal of destinations across the country and support the UAE’s vision of developing an…

Dubai’s Road and Transport Authority has announced a temporary closure of the bus and taxi service road at Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station until the end of 2026. According to the RTA, the road has been shut to facilitate the expansion of the station, which serves thousands of commuters every day, particularly visitors heading to Downtown Dubai, Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa. The authority said it has put in place an integrated traffic management plan to ensure public transport users can continue to access the station safely and with minimal disruption. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow…

DUBAI, 4th July, 2026 (WAM) — Under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has announced the launch of ‘Skills for Life,’ a novel initiative that will help learners across Dubai hone a variety of skills and adapt to the fast-changing world around them. The initiative is inspired by the concept of education as a lifelong journey that extends beyond classrooms and across every stage of life. It will support…

With the summer holiday travel season underway, demand for emergency travel documents is on the rise among Indian residents in the UAE. More than 200 people availed various services on the first day of the special two-day consular outreach camp organised by the Indian Association Sharjah (IAS) in association with the Consulate General of India in Dubai on Saturday. According to a spokesperson for the Indian Association Sharjah, many residents visited the camp for services such as consular attestation, affidavits, passport verification, certificate verification and emergency travel documents. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…

SHARJAH, 4th July, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) has launched its Summer Season 2026, featuring a wide range of educational programmes, training initiatives, family activities, interactive experiences and temporary exhibitions for children, youth and families. The programme reflects SMA’s commitment to strengthening the role of museums as centres for learning, discovery and creativity while reinforcing their position as cultural and recreational destinations during the summer holidays. The season opens with the 18th Sharjah Museums Ambassadors Programme from 13th to 16th July, with a closing ceremony on 20th July. Designed for young people aged 13 to 17, the programme…

Precast concrete operations for the first phase of Dubai Loop are underway, with the tunnel set to weigh 100 million pounds (45,359,237kg), according to The Boring Company (TBC). The first phase will utilise 25,000 segments, each weighing 4,000 pounds, the company added. Dubai has become the second city to introduce this landmark transport project, which features a network of one-directional underground tunnels, and is designed to deliver fast, seamless travel from first mile to last mile. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Popularly known as Teslas in tunnels, it was first implemented in…

Most people know exactly how old they are. But doctors say there is another age worth paying attention to, your biological age. Unlike the number on your identity card, this number reflects how well your heart, muscles, metabolism and other vital systems are ageing. The topic has gained fresh attention after Dubai announced the establishment of the Dubai Longevity Authority, an initiative aimed at positioning the emirate as a global hub for healthy ageing and preventive healthcare. “Chronological age is simply the number of years we have lived. Biological age reflects how old our body truly feels and functions,” said…

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, 4th July, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, President of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana, received Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, during an official visit by a UAE delegation comprising senior government officials and business leaders aimed at strengthening trade and investment cooperation between the two friendly countries. The meeting was attended by Omar Shehadeh, Envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs to the Caribbean and Pacific States. During the meeting, held at the Presidential Headquarters in Georgetown, Al Zeyoudi conveyed the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al…