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The Dubai Criminal Court has sentenced six men to seven years in jail and fined them Dh10 million for stealing cash from a bank customer, while a seventh defendant, a woman, was jailed for one month, as the gang carried out a planned Dh10-million robbery targeting bank clients. The court also ordered the deportation of all defendants after serving their sentences. According to case records, the gang had agreed in advance to track bank customers and steal large sums of money immediately after withdrawals. They rented an apartment to use as a hideout and to store stolen cash, and prepared…

Not long ago, the drive between Dubai and Sharjah felt smoother, with cars moving steadily for most of the journey. Now, brakes are back in frequent use. Traffic is building up again, and during peak hours, large stretches of key routes are once again turning red on navigation maps. Motorists said that levels of traffic between the two emirates are picking up again, with daily drive times gradually stretching at the same hour in some areas. They noted that traffic is building up across key routes including Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road and Al Ittihad Road, as well as internal…

DUBAI, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) — Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) is participating in the Turin International Book Fair 2026, a prominent global intellectual event in Europe that convenes knowledge creators, authors, and publishers from across the globe. Marking its second participation in the fair, MBRF aims to reinforce its global presence, further strengthening its role in supporting the production and dissemination of knowledge, both regionally and internationally. MBRF further seeks to expand the reach of its knowledge initiatives, highlight its leading projects for developing knowledge content, and promote a culture of reading. Aligning with this, MBRF…

Alhind Group, headquartered in India, will be hiring for more than 300 roles in a massive recruitment drive. According to the company, the hiring will be done through walk-in interviews that to be held at the Alhind Tower in the Al Khan area of Sharjah on Sunday, May 3. Last week, it was announced that the Alhind Tours & Travels Pvt Ltd had secured a key contract to provide passport, consular and visa services for the Indian missions in UAE and Sri Lanka. For over a decade, the group has been operating government-approved centres across major Indian cities—one of only…

DUBAI, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the Mohammed bin Rashid Government Scholarships in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence. The launch establishes a new pathway to prepare specialised government leaders aligned with national priorities in the economic, technological, and policymaking domains. H.H. Sheikh Mohammed met with members of the first cohort, which brings together a select group of Emirati talent from government entities. He said,…

April ended on a high for some Big Ticket customers who participated in the final round of weekly e-draw winners, winning prizes worth Dh100,000 in total. Four Indian expats won Dh25000 each. Here’s what they plan to do with the winning amount: Muhammed Shafeeq A customer service executive based in Abu Dhabi, Muhammed Shafeeq has lived in the emirate for the past 18 years. The 38 year old, originally from Kerala, first discovered Big Ticket a decade ago through friends and has been taking part ever since. Sometimes he enters on his own, other times with a group, always leaving…

New solutions to ease traffic congestion and a system for scanning work permits to assess applicants in order to select the right talents are among the key changes set to take place in the UAE this May. With temperatures shifting into the hotter season and residents anticipating Eid Al Adha, this month is expected to bring several lifestyle changes, along with more opportunities to unwind, slow down, and rest. Here are 10 things we can look up to this May: Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels 1. Two new Darb toll gates Staring…

ABU DHABI, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Interior (MOI) has launched the Child Protection Specialist training programme for personnel engaged in child protection within the Ministry of Interior of the Kingdom of Bahrain. The initiative is designed to strengthen bilateral cooperation, facilitate the exchange of expertise, and support the development of national competencies. The programme aims to enhance participants’ skills and professional capabilities through a suite of specialized training modules. These modules address mechanisms for handling child-related reports, criminal interview techniques, the prevention and investigation of cybercrimes targeting children, litigation procedures, the exchange of best practices in…

ADDIS ABABA, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) — The organising committee of the Zayed Charity Run announced the completion of all arrangements for the global event, scheduled to take place next Sunday at Meskel Square in Addis Ababa. The announcement was made during a press conference at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in the Ethiopian capital, attended by Mohammed Salem Al Rashdi, UAE Ambassador to Ethiopia; Lieutenant General (Ret.) Mohammed Hilal Al Kaabi, Chairman of the Supreme Organising Committee; Ahmed Sari Al Mazrouei, Secretary-General of the Emirates Red Crescent Authority; and Mekiyo Mohammed Abadiga, State Minister for Sports Development in Ethiopia. The…

DUBAI, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) — ENOC Group is showcasing the UAE’s industrial capabilities with a spotlight on the ENOC Lubricant and Grease Manufacturing Plant (ELOMP), during its participation in the upcoming annual ‘Make it in the Emirates 2026’ exhibition and conference, hosted in Abu Dhabi from May 4–7. As the largest blending plant in the Middle East and Africa (MEA), ELOMP’s strategic location within the port of Fujairah, combined with its advanced facility adhering to the highest standards of manufacturing excellence, gives it the distinctive advantage of offering direct access to international waters outside the Arabian Gulf, a critical…