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Abu Dhabi’s environment authority has issued a hefty fine against a plastic and paper manufacturing facility for violating multiple environmental laws. Located inside the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD), the facility has been slapped with an administrative fine of Dh15,000. It was found to have emitted heavy air pollutants during operational activities, failed to implement required environmental measures and conditions to limit emissions and derioration of storage silos’ technical condition. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The enforcement measures taken led the facility to rectify its status and address the causes of…

VIENNA, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE, represented by the Ministry of Interior, participated in the 13th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organised Crime (UNTOC COP13) in Vienna, joining discussions on combating fraud, environmental crime, child exploitation and violence against women, as well as the use of artificial intelligence in security operations. The Ministry hosted an event titled “From Cooperation to Action: How Law Enforcement Agencies, International Organisations, and Private Sector Partners Can Contribute to Combating Organised Fraud”, focusing on strengthening security partnerships, accelerating information sharing and improving coordination in cross-border investigations. UAE…

The Abu Dhabi-listed petrochemicals producer said revenue rose 3 per cent from the previous quarter to $1.4 billion, supported by higher sales volumes that offset a decline in average selling prices.Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation reached $279 million during the quarter.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The company said its profitability was affected by lower global polyolefin benchmark prices, elevated freight and logistics costs, and higher propylene feedstock expenses.Despite these pressures, Borouge expects the fourth quarter to be its strongest of 2026, supported by improved feedstock availability, higher production and a…

Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor has admitted that she could have done more to prevent the objectification of her character in Peddi, taking responsibility for her part in the controversy surrounding the film.The actress spoke about the issue while appearing on Koffee With Karan Season 9 alongside actor Varun Dhawan. During the conversation, host Karan Johar asked her about the backlash over the portrayal of her character, Achiyamma, in the sports drama directed by Buchi Babu Sana and starring Ram Charan.Responding to the criticism, Janhvi said the issue continued to weigh on her conscience and admitted that the film’s portrayal of…

ABU DHABI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, have sent messages of congratulations to Luca Niculescu on his appointment as the Prime Minister of Romania. Source: Emirates News Agency

“Whatever happened in your life, UAE is your country. And there’s a home for you here, and you have a family.” These were the reassuring words of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to members of the flydubai crew who helped save 174 passengers during an attempted terrorist attack on September 30. A longer video of the President’s meeting with the crew is going viral on social media, revealing several touching and light-hearted exchanges that were not part of the initial reports of the meeting. The footage shows Sheikh Mohamed gently checking the injuries on the back of…

UAE families have started booking flu vaccines ahead of the season, with September bookings for at-home vaccinations exceeding the total recorded in the same month last year, according to Justlife. The company said bookings between October and December 2025 were about 2.7 times higher than during the same period in 2024. Almost half of the at-home flu vaccinations it recorded last season had been given by the end of October. By the end of December, nearly nine in 10 had been administered. Dr Jenna Burton, medical director at Justlife, said the return to school was a timely reminder for families…

Real Madrid on Wednesday issued an apology after their French forward Kylian Mbappe sparked a fierce backlash over his comments referring to late Chinese leader Mao Zedong as a dictator.On Tuesday, Chinese brands including dairy companies Mengniu and Shanghai Milkground Food Tech as well as Eastroc Beverage ceased all cooperation with Mbappe, who apologised for his comment.In a video on a French podcast that has since been taken down, Mbappe is heard discussing a funny meme where his face had been photoshopped on to that of “some guy — I think he’s a Chinese dictator”.”Real Madrid CF wishes to express…

DUBAI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has announced the top 10 teams from national and international universities based in the UAE to compete in the finals of the fourth Emirates Robotics Competition, taking place as part of The Challenge concept during Dubai Future Week 2026. Organised by DFF, the inaugural Dubai Future Week will run from 18th to 21st November 2026 at Emirates Towers and the Museum of the Future. The competition finals will be open to the public on Saturday, 21st November, offering visitors an opportunity to watch university teams demonstrate their robotics skills and…

SHARJAH, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Government Relations and Chairman of the Higher Committee for Economic Integration in Sharjah, said the emirate’s approach to strengthening international relations is rooted in its identity, cultural values and development experience, as well as a commitment to dialogue and building meaningful connections. He said the approach is guided by the vision of H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. Speaking at a session titled “Sharjah: Building Bridges with the World”, held at House of Wisdom…