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Residents in the UAE can expect rains on Sunday, November 1, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The weather department noted that conditions on Sunday will be fair to partly cloudy, with a chance of some convective cloud formation eastward and northward, associated with rainfall. It will be humid by night and Monday morning over some coastal and internal areas, with a probability of fog or mist formation. It will be warm across the country, with temperatures reaching up to 38ºC in some areas. Abu Dhabi and Dubai will see highs of up to 36ºC. Stay up to…
ABU DHABI, 31st October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Mother of the Nation, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF), has congratulated the newly elected members of the Emirati Children’s Parliament for its second legislative chapter (2026-2028), affirming that the UAE attaches great importance to empowering children and involving them in shaping the future. In her message, H.H. said, “My sons and daughters, members of the Emirati Children’s Parliament, I congratulate you from the bottom of my heart on…
Opener Fakhar Zaman returned to form with a brilliant century to help Pakistan beat Sri Lanka by three wickets in the tri-series final in Lahore on Saturday.Zaman, who overcame a wretched streak of just 31 runs in four matches, smashed a 99-ball 127 to help Pakistan chase down a target of 326 with nine balls to spare.Sri Lanka pacer Dilshan Madushanka ended Zaman’s innings in the 34th over with 106 needed for victory but Arafat Minhas (61) and Hasan Nawaz (37 not out) put on 94 for the sixth wicket to seal the win. Minhas hit four sixes and three fours…
ABU DHABI, 31st October, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Republic of India over the victims of a helicopter crash in the state of Uttarakhand in the Himalayas, which resulted in a number of deaths. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the Republic of India and its people over this tragedy. Source: Emirates News Agency
Three participants have won Dh100,000 each in the latest UAE Lottery Lucky Day Draw held on Saturday, October 31. The winning numbers in the Days section for Draw Number 261031 were 3, 7, 12, 20, 22 and 26, while the Lucky Month Number was 6. According to the results published by The UAE Lottery, three participants matched five of the six main numbers along with the Lucky Number to claim the third prize of Dh100,000 each, taking their combined winnings to Dh300,000. Another 79 participants won Dh1,000 each in the fourth prize category, while 6,131 players received Dh100 each in…
DUBAI, 31st October, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Grandiose Supermarket to strengthen public-private sector cooperation and explore the provision of retail services, consumer goods and essential supplies to residents of MBRHE’s residential communities, supporting the integration of services available to them and enhancing their quality of life. The MoU was signed at MBRHE’s headquarters in Dubai, in the presence of Mohammed Hassan Al Shehhi, Chief Executive Officer of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment, and Mr. Ghassan Aboud, Chairman of Ghassan Aboud Holding. It was signed on behalf of…
NMDC Group reported a net profit of Dh2.4 billion in the first nine months of 2026, supported by strong project execution across its marine, energy and infrastructure businesses, alongside disciplined cost management and a diversified portfolio, despite a challenging operating environment.Revenue increased 4 per cent year-on-year to Dh21.4 billion, driven by accelerated execution of projects across NMDC Dredging & Marine, NMDC Energy and NMDC Infra.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The Abu Dhabi-listed group said its performance reflected the resilience of its integrated business model and its ability to deliver large-scale projects across local…
ABU DHABI, 31st October, 2026 (WAM) — Strategic Development Fund (SDF), an Abu Dhabi-based investment entity wholly owned by EDGE Group, today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Sovereign Global Solutions Limited (SGS) to increase its ownership in MARIX to a majority stake. MARIX, previously known as Sovereign Global Solution Middle East (SGSME), is a UAE-based maritime technology company specialising in the design, production and operation of uncrewed/autonomous surface vessels. SGS will remain a shareholder in the company with a minority stake. SDF initially invested in a minority stake in MARIX in 2022 to support the development…
LONDON, 31st October, 2026 (WAM) — Chelsea returned to winning ways in the English Premier League after defeating Manchester United 2-0 at Stamford Bridge on Saturday in the opening matches of the ninth round. The victory lifted Chelsea to 16 points in fourth place, while Manchester United remained on seven points in 18th. In another match, Brighton defeated Manchester City 1-0 at the Etihad Stadium, moving into third place with 19 points, while City remained top of the table with 21 points, level with second-placed Arsenal, who face Liverpool on Sunday. Elsewhere, Bournemouth beat Leeds United 2-0, Coventry City defeated…
MOSCOW, 31st October, 2026 (WAM) — The Russian government is preparing to extend its diesel export ban until the end of January 2027, with certain exceptions for global markets, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak told reporters. “Yes, a government decree is currently being drafted to extend the ban on diesel shipments until the end of January next year – effectively for three months. However, as before, specific exceptions will be made for supplies to global markets,” Novak said. Earlier, the Russian government extended a temporary export ban on diesel, marine fuel, and gas oils for direct producers until the end…