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Sharjah has announced the closure of all its beaches after an oil spill from a tanker near UAE’s shores was first reported earlier this week. The government announced the closures as a precautionary measure to prevent marine pollution from reaching the shore. Specialised teams and relevant authorities in the emirate are taking necessary measures to ensure the safety of the beaches and prevent the pollution from reaching them, according to the statement. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Teams have urged the public and beachgoers to follow issued instructions in order to ensure…

Women have spent generations being told how to behave, what makes a good mother or wife, and even how to navigate major life changes. But what happens when they begin questioning those expectations and writing their own stories? For Dubai-based author Avni Doshi, whose debut novel Burnt Sugar was shortlisted for the Booker Prize, challenging these deeply ingrained ideas has become central to her work. Speaking at the inaugural Khaleej Times Women’s Power Summit in Dubai on Wednesday, Doshi explored the power of storytelling and personal reinvention during a fireside chat titled What Comes Next? Embracing Change and Finding Your…

AJMAN, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Ajman, H.H. Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of the Executive Council, inaugurated the Ajman 8th International Environment Conference. The conference brings together more than 40 speakers, including experts, researchers, specialists and decision-makers from within and beyond the UAE, alongside a distinguished group of institutions and entities concerned with sustainability and climate action. H.H. Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi launched the Circular Economy Platform, a digital platform for…

Russian IT solutions – the Indoors Navigation Platform geoinformation platform and the ScriptBuilder script constructor are entering the UAE market, responding to the demand for smart city solutions and the digitalisation of customer servicePublished: Wed 28 Oct 2026, 4:23 PM Russian IT solutions are gaining ground in the UAEThe UAE market is undergoing a period of intensive digital transformation. Cities are actively adopting technologies for infrastructure management, while businesses are looking for solutions that have proven their effectiveness in practice. Increasingly, the focus is on advanced Russian technological developments that offer new approaches to managing business and urban infrastructure.A notable…

Wild Wadi Waterpark, one of Dubai’s most recognisable attractions, is set to reopen its doors on Sunday, November 1. Tickets start from Dh149, with guests getting a chance to experience 30 rides and attractions in the waterpark. From the popular Jumeirah Sceirah to Tantrum Alley, there is something for all those who enjoy an adrenaline rush. Or visitors can take a beat in the Wave Pool. Live music and entertainment will also be available for visitors to kick back and relax.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Part of Truly Amazing, Dubai Holding Entertainment’s first…

On one hand, Fleetwood, a fourth-tier club, was on cloud nine, and on the other, Mikel Arteta was distraught after Arsenal suffered a stunning League Cup defeat to the minnows in what was the Premier League champions’ one of the most embarrassing results in their history.Arteta’s side crashed out 5-3 on penalties in an incredible fourth round upset after the tie finished 1-1 in normal time.Arsenal’s Bruno Guimaraes had his penalty saved by Jay Lynch in the shoot-out and Conor Haughey scored Fleetwood’s winner.Aaron Loupalo-Bi’s first-half goal had put Fleetwood ahead before Viktor Gyokeres equalised after the interval.Arsenal’s 16-year-old rising…

ABU DHABI, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, said the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the UAE and Canada is expected to contribute approximately US$8.7 billion to the UAE’s gross domestic product (GDP) and increase UAE exports to Canada by around US$11.8 billion by 2033, highlighting its anticipated positive impact on both countries’ economies, trade and investment. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the occasion of the agreement’s signing, Al Zeyoudi said it was the first CEPA the UAE had signed with a G7 member country. He…

ABU DHABI, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — ADNOC Drilling Company PJSC on Wednesday reported revenue of $3.7 billion, EBITDA of $1.66 billion and net profit of $1.07 billion for the first nine months of 2026. The Board approved a total third-quarter dividend distribution of $350 million (approximately 8.03 fils per share). This comprises the base quarterly dividend of $262.5 million and the first $87.5 million tranche of a $175 million discretionary dividend that the Company intends to distribute in two tranches, with the second tranche subject to shareholder approval. Subject to shareholder approval of the second tranche, it increases the…

ABU DHABI, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — IN^X Education, Capital H’s education and training arm, signed 16 new Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with local and international educational institutions, technology companies, and professional organisations. The move aims to expand partnerships in education, training, and future skills development, contributing to talent development and enhancing workforce readiness to meet evolving labour market requirements. The MoUs were signed during IN^X Next 2026, an event organised by Capital H, the investment arm of the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT), on Monday under the theme “Future of Education, Skills, and Workforce Development”. The event was held…

A round of golf, a shot at a football simulator, cricket with friends or sunrise yoga beneath one of Dubai’s best-known buildings: this year’s Dubai Fitness Challenge is asking residents to find their 30 minutes of activity in more ways. The 10th edition of the month-long challenge runs from October 31 to November 29. As usual, the idea is simple: do 30 minutes of physical activity every day for 30 days. But this year’s programme brings a few new reasons for residents to step away from their usual walk, gym session or run. At the DP World 30×30 Fitness Village…