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Manchester United ended a turbulent week with a frustrating 1-1 draw at Leeds on Sunday that does little to ease the pressure on beleaguered manager Michael Carrick.The Red Devils travelled to the home of their bitter rivals desperate to find a spark after just two wins in nine games in all competitions this season.The sense of a growing crisis at the club was exacerbated in midweek by an outburst from defender Lisandro Martinez, who took aim at the United hierarchy after a 2-0 defeat at Atletico Madrid in the Champions League.The Argentina centre-back said Carrick, in his first full season…
SHARJAH, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Fish Resources Authority (SFRA) has concluded its participation in the 26th edition of the Sir Bu Nair Festival, organised by the Sharjah Environment and Protected Areas Authority at Al Heera Beach, held from 7th to 18th October 2026. The authority presented a varied programme featuring its projects, interactive workshops and discussion sessions, aimed at raising awareness of fisheries and the UAE’s maritime heritage. The authority’s pavilion attracted visitors, offering insights into fisheries development projects and two educational publications: Aquaculture Booklet – Part One: Fish Farming and Local Fish Guide. These publications form…
ABU DHABI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity and sincere condolences to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia following the martyrdom of two officers in the crash of a reconnaissance helicopter belonging to the Ministry of National Guard in the Najran region. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the two martyrs, and to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its people over this tragedy. Source: Emirates News Agency
BANGKOK, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has concluded its active participation in the 2026 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG), held in Bangkok, Thailand, from 12 to 18 October, with Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, leading the Ministry of Finance delegation. The UAE maintained a prominent presence across ministerial sessions and international meetings, contributing actively to shaping global financial and economic dialogue and discussions on how best to respond to the financial challenges confronting the global economy. The delegation also held an…
ABU DHABI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with Canada and its people following a fire at CFB Wainwright military base in the province of Alberta, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims and to the government and people of Canada over this tragedy, as well as its wishes for a speedy recovery for all the injured. Source: Emirates News Agency
The UAE has been ranked first among nine emerging family office centres worldwide, with a composite score of 74.0 that exceeds four of the eight established centres, according to a new report from Global Citizen Solutions (GCS).The UAE’s score is higher than those of the US, the UK, Liechtenstein and Monaco, although the emerging and established groups are ranked separately. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The report, Family Offices: Best Jurisdictions Worldwide, by the London-based residency and citizenship planning firm’s Global Intelligence Unit, compares 33 jurisdictions on what each offers the family office and…
Salman Agha marked his return to international cricket with a century as Pakistan beat Sri Lanka by 37 runs in the one-day tri-series opener in Rawalpindi on Sunday. The 32-year-old scored a 90-ball 107 with a six and 10 fours to anchor Pakistan’s 305 in 49.5 overs, before skipper Shaheen Shah Afridi grabbed 3-55 to keep Sri Lanka down to 268 in 48.1 overs.The hosts now play England in the second match on Tuesday — also in Rawalpindi — in the series seen as a build-up for next year’s 50-over World Cup in southern Africa.Pavan Rathnayake (79) and Janith Liyanage’s 60…
ABU DHABI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE continues to strengthen community sports as a cornerstone of its efforts to improve quality of life and promote sustainable development, with nationwide initiatives encouraging physical activity, healthy lifestyles and greater public participation. Sports councils and federations, in cooperation with clubs and relevant authorities, are expanding programmes for all age groups, combining sporting activities with health awareness campaigns, medical screenings and preventive healthcare initiatives. Running events across the emirates have emerged as prominent platforms for community engagement, attracting growing participation and reinforcing the role of physical activity in promoting public health and…
ABU DHABI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed regional developments and the situation in the Middle East during a phone call with Ed Miliband, the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs. The two top diplomats also discussed ways to strengthen regional and international efforts to consolidate peace and security at both regional and international levels. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah and Miliband reviewed a number of issues of mutual interest relating to cooperation between the UAE and the United Kingdom, as…
BANGKOK, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) delegation, led by Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the CBUAE and Governor for the UAE at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has concluded its participation in the 2026 Annual Meetings of the IMF and the World Bank Group in Bangkok, Thailand. The delegation held high-level discussions and expanded strategic partnerships, reinforcing the UAE’s role in shaping global financial and economic policies. The CBUAE’s participation reflected the UAE’s strategic commitment to strengthening its influence in the global financial system and showcasing its experience in financial innovation, digital transformation…