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ABU DHABI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Sultan bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan has visited the fifth edition of the Al Dhafra Dates Festival, which is organised by the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority and runs until 25 October. During his visit, Sheikh Sultan toured the pavilions of government entities sponsoring and supporting the festival, including the Ruler’s Representative Court in the Al Dhafra Region, Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority, Department of Municipalities and Transport – Al Dhafra Region Municipality, Al Dhafra Hospitals – SEHA, Abu Dhabi Police, and Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council. He was…

Property rents in Dubai have fallen in most residential communities between the third quarter of 2025 and 2026, according to Property Finder.The real estate platform tracked ten key apartment communities, nine of which saw median asking rents falling year-on-year, including Jumeirah Village Circle, Business Bag, Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, Arjan, Dubai Creek Harbour, Mohammed Bin Rashid City, Meydan, and Palm Jumeirah.Dubai Hills Estate was the only community that did not see a rise or fall in rents, staying flat for the entire duration of the period between Q3 2025 and Q3 2026, as per the data.“In September 2026, the average…

Arsenal are gaining a reputation as slow starters this season, but their ability to find a way through tight games helped them earn a 1-0 win against Nottingham Forest on Sunday and keep their Premier League title defence on track.Arsenal’s total of 11 league goals from seven games is the second-lowest in the top six, eight behind leaders Manchester City and a whopping 12 behind third-placed Brighton Hove Albion.Eight of those 11 strikes have come after halftime and they again struggled for attacking fluency in the opening 45 minutes against Forest before substitute Noni Madueke’s deflected 80th-minute strike secured the…

ABU DHABI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Community-Managed Virtual Authority, has attended the conclusion of the eighth and final round of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2026 at Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi. H.H. Sheikh Zayed awarded athletes from the winning clubs and academies in the Gi and No Gi categories of the championship’s third edition, which featured eight rounds and broad participation from clubs and academies across the UAE, showcasing advanced technical skills and intense competition. H.H. Sheikh Zayed congratulated the winners of this…

BANGKOK, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has expressed confidence that the UAE will deliver an exceptional hosting experience for the 2029 Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and IMF in Abu Dhabi, citing the country’s advanced infrastructure, strong economy, commitment to climate, water and social issues, and ability to keep pace with rapid global developments. Speaking at the signing ceremony for the UAE’s hosting agreement at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok on Sunday morning, Georgieva said the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings held outside Washington always attract…

ABU DHABI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, Liwa International Festival 2027 (Liwa 2027) will take place from 11th December 2026 to 2nd January 2027 at Liwa desert in Al Dhafra Region. The festival will feature a reimagined Liwa Village, a new international entertainment show, motorsport championships, heritage experiences and family activities. Liwa International Festival 2027 is organised by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) in collaboration with Liwa Sports Club, Al Dhafra Municipality, Abu Dhabi Police, Abu…

SHARJAH, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), represented by Sharjah Export Development Centre (SEDC), is organising a high-level trade mission to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from 19th to 22nd October 2026. Led by Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of SCCI, the mission will bring together members of the official delegation and representatives of private-sector companies in Sharjah. It forms part of SCCI’s efforts to strengthen economic and trade relations with African markets and unlock new opportunities for trade and investment cooperation. The mission aims to boost trade between Sharjah and Ethiopia, explore promising investment opportunities…

DUBAI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Community Development Authority (CDA) in Dubai and Dubai Community Contributions Establishment “Jood” have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen integration between government and community efforts and channel contributions towards priority social initiatives, supporting family stability, empowering individuals and enhancing quality of life, in line with the objectives of the Dubai Social Agenda 33. The partnership forms part of CDA’s efforts to develop an integrated social development ecosystem based on identifying the needs of individuals and families, strengthening the role of community partnerships in providing appropriate support, and moving from individual contributions…

The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) recorded its highest-ever first-half trade performance in 2026, with the total value of trade across its three economic zones reaching Dh246 billion, up 17 per cent from the same period last year.The results marked the sixth consecutive year of record first-half trade for the authority.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, said sustained growth amid the challenges facing…

Three to four rounds were fired at Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff’s car as he was leaving a ground in his vehicle on Sunday, police said. A large crowd had gathered to see him where several rounds were fired at his car from within the crowd. Tiger Shroff was not hit by any bullets, according to the statement by Mumbai Police.The firing incident was reported under the jurisdiction of Juhu Police Station. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Tiger Shroff was confirmed to be safe and did not sustain any gunshot injuries. Further investigation is underway. Meanwhile, a…