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ABU DHABI, 13th May, 2026 (WAM) — ALAIN asset management company has commenced construction of Four Seasons Private Residences Abu Dhabi at Saadiyat Beach, marking a key milestone in the delivery of the capital’s most prestigious beachfront residential offering. The development is an exclusive, gated beachfront community combining exceptional architecture, highly curated private living and Four Seasons’ legendary service, set against the natural beauty of Saadiyat Beach. An on-site ceremony on Saadiyat Island was attended by senior leadership and key project partners, including representatives from ALAIN, Four Seasons, Killa Design and Mirage Leisure and Development. Expected to be completed by…

ABU DHABI, 13th May, 2026 (WAM) — 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 Higher Organizing Committee for the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026, has directed that an annual Emirates Open Masters Games be held in Abu Dhabi, with the aim of promoting physical health and fostering sustainable community engagement. This announcement came during an event in which H.H. Sheikh Theyab honoured the various teams, organising committees, partners, and sponsors who contributed to the success of the Open Masters Games Abu…

A unit of state-owned Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) said on Wednesday that one of its tankers struck by Iranian drones last week has leaked a small amount of fuel off the coast of Oman, underscoring the ecological risks stemming from the Iran war. Tehran’s effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has made navigating the vital shipping corridor a precarious task. Hundreds of vessels remain trapped in the Gulf. ADNOC Logistics Services said it was monitoring the situation concerning its vessel, the M.V. Barakah, and was working “closely with the relevant authorities and specialist response teams.” “The ADNOC…

SHARJAH, 13th May, 2026 (WAM) — Dr Abdul Aziz Al Musallam, Chairman of the Sharjah Institute for Heritage (SIH), stated that SIH is discussing practices and measures aimed at protecting cultural and natural heritage during times of crisis. The discussions are being held on 13th and 14th May at the Arab Heritage Centre. Dr Al Musallam explained that the symposium, titled “Cultural and Natural Heritage in Times of Crisis: Practices and Measures,” comes at a critical time globally to examine the fate of heritage sites during crises and wars. The symposium highlights previous experiences in Libya, Yemen, Syria, and Iraq,…

The weather in the UAE will be fair in general on Thursday, May 14, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Light to moderate northwesterly to southwesterly winds will cause blowing dust northward and eastward. The winds will blow at speeds of 10 km/hr to 25 km/hr, reaching 40 km/hr. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Temperatures are set to rise to 39°C in Abu Dhabi, 36°C in Dubai and 37°C in Sharjah. The mercury will drop to 26°C in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, and 23°C in Sharjah. The sea will be…

A disorder that affects 170 million women worldwide and is the leading cause of infertility known as polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, is being renamed to improve diagnosis and care, researchers announced on Tuesday at a medical meeting. The new name, polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome, or PMOS, was chosen by a global coalition of patients, clinicians, and medical organisations to better reflect the condition’s wide-ranging hormonal and metabolic impacts, according to a report in The Lancet published to coincide with a presentation at the European Congress of Endocrinology in Prague. The name polycystic ovary syndrome often lead women and their…

LONDON, 13th May, 2026 (WAM) — Manchester City on Wednesday opened a new £10 million state-of-the-art facility for its Women’s First Team at the City Football Academy. The opening marks a milestone moment for the new Women’s Super League Champions, and one of the largest-ever investments in a dedicated, purpose-built first team environment for an elite women’s football team. Spanning 17,000 square feet, the new space incorporates the highest standards for elite football environments. It includes industry-leading technology throughout, with the aim of optimising player preparation and recovery and minimising injuries. The facility includes a world-class gym, with specialist strength…

ABU DHABI, 13th May, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has chaired the meeting of the Ministerial Council for Artificial Intelligence and Development, held at Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi. During the meeting, the Council reviewed the readiness of ministries and federal entities to adopt Agentic AI models in their operations. The meeting’s agenda featured a discussion of the action plan for implementing the Agentic AI project across the federal government, and a review of multiple existing government AI models. The meeting also reviewed…

ABU DHABI, 13th May, 2026 (WAM) — Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, carried out an inspection tour of the Dubai Gold Souq to assess merchants’ compliance with regulations governing the gold sector, specifically those related to Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT), and Counter-Proliferation Financing (CPF) frameworks. The gold sector is classified under the Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs) overseen by the Ministry, necessitating the highest levels of compliance across market operations. Bin Touq emphasised that the UAE, guided by the wise leadership, has made significant strides in developing a comprehensive…

ABU DHABI, 13th May, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, the ninth edition of the International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR) 2026 is set to take place from 19th to 21st May at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The launch was announced during a press conference held on Wednesday to reveal the final preparations for ISNR 2026. The event is organised by ADNEC Group, a Modon company, in association with the UAE Ministry of Interior and in strategic partnership with Abu…