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ABU DHABI, 16th June, 2026 (WAM) — Tadweer Group has awarded a contract to Bou Chalhoub Metrix General Contracting to upgrade, reconstruct and commission a state-of-the-art Material Recovery Facility in Al Ain, designed to process 400,000 tonnes of municipal solid waste annually. Built for a 20-year operational lifespan, the facility will serve as a primary waste recovery destination for communities across Al Ain and surrounding areas. Bou Chalhoub Metrix General Contracting will deliver all civil, mechanical and electrical works, from design and construction through to commissioning and performance verification. Commissioning is targeted for late 2026, with operations expected to begin…
The UK government has recently announced its plans to ban under 16 year-olds from social media and impose wider restrictions on gaming and live-streaming platforms in a landmark intervention to protect children online. The measures would cover social media platforms including Snapchat, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook and X, but exclude messaging services such as WhatsApp and Signal. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the move would “give kids their childhood back”, adding it represents “a line in the sand” as “tech giants had their chance and failed”. The government is also considering overnight curfews and breaks in infinite scrolling for…
The applause inside the auditorium had been warm and appreciative throughout Abu Dhabi’s fifth Urban Treasures Award Ceremony. But when one winner — the renowned Sea Shell Cafeteria that for decades has served residents of all ages was announced, the reaction shifted noticeably. The cheers grew louder; the clapping lasted longer. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. It was a reminder that the businesses being honoured on Tuesday were more than shops, salons or restaurants. For many residents, they are places woven into the fabric of everyday life, tied to childhood memories, family…
DUBAI, 16th June, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Municipality has launched the Specialised Asset Management Strategy 2026–2030, a guiding institutional framework designed to develop the Municipality’s asset management system and enhance the efficiency, sustainability, and value of government assets. The strategy forms part of a broader asset management framework developed by Dubai Municipality. The General Asset Management Strategy sets the Municipality’s overall direction, principles, and institutional approach to managing assets, while the Specialised Asset Management Strategy 2026–2030 provides the detailed framework for implementation, covering asset planning, governance, data quality, operation, maintenance, lifecycle management, and long-term value creation. Together, the two strategies…
DUBAI, 16th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohammed Bin Rashid Library (MBRL) has marked four years since its inauguration, celebrating a series of achievements that reinforce its position as one of the region’s leading cultural and knowledge institutions and a key contributor to Dubai’s vision of becoming a global hub for culture, innovation and lifelong learning. Since opening its doors, the Library has welcomed more than 2.5 million visitors and hosted nearly 11,000 diplomatic, official, institutional and school delegation visits. Its membership base has surpassed 41,000 members across various categories, while total book loans have exceeded 53,000, reflecting growing public…
CAIRO, 16th June, 2026 (WAM) — Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources of Egypt, held talks on Tuesday with a delegation from the UAE headed by Hussain Sultan Lootah, Chief Executive Officer of the Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC), and Abdulkarim Al Maazmi, Chief Executive Officer of Dragon Oil, on opportunities to expand UAE investments in Egypt’s petroleum sector. The discussions focused on potential investments in aviation fuel supply, as well as oil and gas exploration, research and production activities. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Petroleum, officials from ENOC and Dragon Oil praised the…
Évian-les-Bains, 16th June, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met today with His Excellency Friedrich Merz, Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany, on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Évian-les-Bains, France. The two leaders reviewed bilateral relations and discussed ways to expand cooperation, particularly in development-related sectors. They reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening ties to support the ambitions of both countries and their peoples for progress and prosperity. They also exchanged views on the latest developments in the Middle East. The meeting further addressed key issues on the G7 Summit agenda…
Salesforce has recently entered into a deal to acquire AI customer service specialist Fin for around $3.6 billion. This move is calculated to bolster the organisation’s ability to help companies quickly deploy agents across communications channels. Fin’s main product is a customer support AI agent which uses its proprietary Apex model. It is marketed as resolving queries across numerous channels including live chat, email, WhatsApp, SMS, Slack and over the phone. Salesforce plans to use Fin’s offering to compliment its Agentforce platform. It noted the combination of assets would provide fast “time-to-value options” for businesses, citing SMBs and those which…
The UAE’s narcotics agency thwarted a criminal plot to distribute drugs in the country, the authority announced Tuesday, June 16. The arrests came after a tip from the Federal Narcotics Control Prosecution and were carried out in coordination with Ras Al Khaimah’s police. The operation led to the arrest of several suspects and the seizure of large quantities of narcotics and psychotropic substances before they could be distributed. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. The Public Prosecution revealed the identities of all the 24 criminals involved in the ring. According to the case…
ABU DHABI, 16th June, 2026 (WAM) — Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), and Dr. Ahmet Ismaili, Governor of the Central Bank of the Republic of Kosovo (CBK), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and facilitating the exchange of information and expertise in areas of mutual interest. The signing took place at the CBUAE headquarters in Abu Dhabi. Under the MoU, both parties will enhance coordination across supervisory and regulatory areas and exchange expertise on financial technology development, monetary policy, macroprudential measures and financial stability. The MoU also covers…