Author: Editorial team
One of Indian cinema’s biggest celebrations will take place in Abu Dhabi next year, drawing in some of the country’s biggest superstars and other personalities.The 27th edition of IIFA Weekend and Awards will also bring in filmmakers, musicians and celebrated hosts and performers. It will take place on January 22-23, 2027, at the Etihad Arena, Yas Island.The event’s lineup includes leading film personalities such as Salman Khan, Karan Johar, Varun Dhawan, Maniesh Paul, Ananya Panday, Shahid Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Janhvi Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, Nora Fatehi, Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Abhishek Banerjee, Himesh Reshammiya and Sunidhi Chauhan.Others such as Ram…
ABU DHABI, 4th November, 2026 (WAM) — The new implementing regulations governing the UAE’s Federal Traffic Law introduce a comprehensive framework covering vehicle driving and registration, personal mobility devices, and the issuance and renewal of driving licenses. They also introduce stricter road safety measures, reinforce protections for children and pedestrians, and set out requirements governing professional drivers and delivery services. Cabinet Decision No. (174) of 2026, concerning the Implementing Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (14) of 2024 on the Regulation of Traffic, introduces a range of new provisions scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2027. Among the key changes…
FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono said Wednesday he is enduring the “hardest days of my life” after the death of Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel, whom he collided with during a Spanish second division match on Monday.”I struggle to find the words and it is very difficult for me to process anything that has happened. I feel immense pain over the loss of Jesus. I think of him, of his family, and of all the people who loved him,” said Owono in a statement published by his club Andorra.De Miguel died on Tuesday at the age of 30, a day…
DUBAI, 4th November, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) discussed biodiversity protection and sustainable land management during its fifth and final panel discussion of 2026. Dr. Habiba Al Mar’ashi, Co-Founder and Chairperson of EEG, emphasised the importance of balancing economic growth with the protection and restoration of natural ecosystems. She stressed the need to integrate biodiversity conservation and sustainable land management into development plans to preserve natural resources for future generations. Held under the theme “Protecting Ecosystems in Rapidly Growing Economies: Biodiversity Restoration and Land Stewardship”, the session brought together sustainability leaders, environmental experts, researchers, policymakers, representatives of businesses…
VIENNA, 4th November, 2026 (WAM) — Borouge International announced significant progress across its major growth projects in the UAE and Europe, advancing the company’s global expansion and long-term growth ambitions as it targets 13.8 MM tonnes of annual capacity by 2030. The company is working towards the Engineering, Procurement and Construction contracts to expand its Ethane Cracker 2 (EU2) capacity by 230,000 tpy. As a key step towards this expansion, it has commenced the early Engineering Services in 2026 with Linde Engineering, the licensor of the original EU2 plant, as well as the Front End Engineering & Design (FEED) contractor…
ABU DHABI, 4th November, 2026 (WAM) — The Emirates Villages Run Series 2026, organised by the Emirates Council for Balanced Development, attracted around 4,000 participants across its first four rounds, held from 10th to 31st October in four emirates. The series combine physical activity with the discovery of Emirati villages, strengthening community participation and supporting local economic activity. The rounds took place in Qidfa in Fujairah, Lahbab in Dubai, Wadi Al Helo in Sharjah, and Falaj Al Mualla in Umm Al Qaiwain. Alongside the runners, the events drew more than 3,000 spectators of various ages, reflecting the series’ ability to…
ABU DHABI, 4th November, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Family has unveiled details of the first national edition of Early Childhood Week, held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority. Taking place from 16th to 22nd November 2026 under the theme “Every Moment Matters”, the Week will take place across the UAE, encouraging broader community participation in supporting children and their families. The Ministry is organising Early Childhood Week in collaboration with…
Abu Dhabi-based Ta’ziz has secured $1.39 billion (Dh5.1 billion) in financing for two strategic industrial projects in Ruwais, as the company advances the development of its chemicals and industrial ecosystem.The company said both financing transactions were oversubscribed.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.More than $928 million (Dh3.41 billion), including $225 million (Dh826 million) in Islamic financing, has been secured for the Ta’ziz Terminal project, while more than $460 million (Dh1.69 billion) has been raised for the Ta’ziz Ammonia project.The latest financing follows the $2 billion (Dh7.34 billion) secured by Ta’ziz in April for its…
Philippine police said on Wednesday that three memory cards and a cell phone turned over by the son of Meghan Markle’s estranged father contained child sexual abuse material.Last week, Philippine police said they were investigating a laptop found alongside images of child abuse at an alleged former residence of Thomas Markle, whose daughter is married to Britain’s Prince Harry.Philippine interior minister Jonvic Remulla said at the time the country planned to take “appropriate legal actions” if sufficient evidence was found. Markle has denied all claims against him.An intensifying investigationOn Wednesday, the country’s national police said child abuse materials had been…
ABU DHABI, 4th November, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has visited Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) 2026, which runs until 5 November at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. H.H. toured the exhibition, visiting several UAE and international pavilions. He was briefed on the latest energy projects, innovations and advanced technologies, and how they can improve operational efficiency, strengthen infrastructure and help sustain reliable energy supplies as global demand rises. Representatives of exhibiting organisations briefed H.H. on the technologies…