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JAKARTA, 25th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Interior is delivering a specialised training programme in Indonesia entitled “Arabic Language Training Programme for Indonesian Peacekeeping Forces”, reflecting its continued efforts to strengthen international cooperation, promote the exchange of expertise, and enhance the professional capabilities of peacekeeping personnel. The programme seeks to improve participants’ Arabic language skills, enabling them to communicate effectively while performing their duties in multicultural international settings and enhancing their readiness to handle diverse situations and operational challenges in the field. The initiative reflects the Ministry’s commitment to broadening international partnerships, facilitating the exchange of knowledge and…
DUBAI, 24th October, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage and in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the Arab Reading Challenge will crown the champions of its 10th edition on 29th October 2026, during the closing ceremony at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum emphasised that the UAE remains committed to serving the Arabic language and nurturing new generations who believe that progress and growth begin with reading and acquiring knowledge. His Highness stated, “The future of a nation…
Flydubai has welcomed the US Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) certification of the Boeing 737-10 and said the aircraft “remains an option for consideration” in its long-term fleet development strategy.Boeing’s 737-10, the largest MAX variant, finally won FAA certification last week, after years of delays since its 2017 launch.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.“We welcome the Federal Aviation Administration’s certification of the Boeing 737-10 aircraft, which remains an option for consideration as part of our long-term fleet development strategy. We continuously evaluate opportunities to diversify our fleet to support our future network development plans…
India’s film industry, where scenes featuring intimacy often rely on improvisation and mutual trust, is gradually welcoming professionals tasked with choreographing them to protect actors and ensure consent.Once unheard-of in Bollywood, intimacy coordinators are becoming an increasingly familiar presence on sets as filmmakers embrace stricter standards after the #MeToo movement put a spotlight on sexual exploitation in entertainment industries around the world.The shift comes as streaming platforms have pushed storytelling into a more nuanced territory, creating greater demand for realistic portrayals.”Just like a stunt director handles a fight scene… for scenes of intimacy, we map out exactly where the hand…
ABU DHABI, 24th October, 2026 (WAM) — The sixth aircraft carrying humanitarian aid under the Ahmed bin Rashid Humanitarian Bridge departed Saturday, bringing the total volume of relief supplies transported by air to 450 tonnes as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3’s ongoing efforts to support Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. As air deliveries continue, loading of relief supplies has also begun aboard the Ahmed bin Rashid Humanitarian Ship, expanding the operation to include maritime transport and strengthening efforts to maintain a steady flow of aid to Gaza. The initiative reflects the UAE’s continued commitment, under the leadership of President…
UAE Lottery has announced the results of its latest Lucky Day Draw, with 4,483 participants winning cash prizes in Saturday night’s draw, including three Lucky Chance players who secured Dh50,000 each. The winning numbers for Draw Nunber 261024, held on October 24, were 4, 5, 6, 13, 18 and 30, while the Lucky Month Number was 2. According to the results published by The UAE Lottery, 27 participants won Dh1,000 each in the fourth prize category, while another 4,453 players received Dh100 each in the fifth prize category. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…
ABU DHABI, 24th October, 2026 (WAM) — Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), has sent cables of condolence to Mazen Turki Al-Qadi, Speaker of Jordan’s House of Representatives, and Faisal Akef Al-Fayez, President of the Jordanian Senate, expressing profound sorrow and condemning the terrorist attack targeting innocent people at a place of worship in Jordan’s Karak Governorate. Ghobash said the crime not only violated the sanctity of human life but also sought to undermine Jordan’s values of fraternity, tolerance and national unity. “On behalf of myself and the members of the Federal National Council, I extend my…
TOKYO, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) — The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Extraordinary Congress 2026 has approved a series of important amendments to the AFC Statutes in Tokyo, Japan. In response to the exceptional circumstances created by FIFA’s upcoming changes to its international calendar and following consultation with football’s world governing body, the amendments include transitional governance provisions aimed at ensuring the continuing alignment of the AFC’s electoral and competition cycles. The evolving international sporting calendar will see the staging of the AFC Asian Cup™ move from an odd-year cycle to an even-year cycle, starting from the 2032 edition, and the…
NEW YORK, 24th October, 2026 (WAM) — Wall Street’s major indices closed lower on Friday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average falling 658.82 points, or 1.23 percent, to 52,215.16. The S&P 500 declined 39.75 points, or 0.52 percent, to 7,623.86, while the Nasdaq Composite dropped 53.52 points, or 0.21 percent, to 25,955.34. For the week, the S&P 500 fell 0.5 percent and the Nasdaq declined 0.7 percent, while the Dow Jones rose 0.4 percent, marking its third consecutive week of gains. Source: Emirates News Agency
DUBAI, 24th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police have warned jobseekers against fraudulent part time employment offers designed to steal banking information or involve unsuspecting individuals in illegal financial transactions. The Anti-Fraud Centre at the General Department of Criminal Investigation stressed that legitimate part time job opportunities come from legally licensed businesses with verifiable identities and addresses. Genuine offers also include clear employment terms, the rights and responsibilities of both parties, and proper recruitment procedures. The warning comes as part of Dubai Police’s participation in the Ministry of Interior’s “A Safe UAE Starts with Your Digital Awareness” campaign, launched in…