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ABU DHABI, 30th July, 2026 (WAM) — Healthy Living, in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Registration Authority (ADRA), the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development’s (ADDED) arm for regulating and developing the business sector in the emirate, has launched a new policy redesigning the in-store layouts and online interfaces of supermarkets across Abu Dhabi. The initiative will ensure that high-fat, salt, and sugar (HFSS) food and beverage (F&B) products are no longer positioned in the highest-traffic, highest-visibility locations consumers encounter across the emirate. The new policy will be mandatory for compliance from 1st January 2027. It regulates the placement and…

A 55-year-old Dubai resident underwent a complex eight-hour heart bypass operation while his heart continued beating throughout the operation. The procedure was carried out after doctors discovered blockages in several arteries supplying blood to the organ. Indian expat Santokh Singh Ajit Singh suffered from chest pain that spread to both shoulders for nearly six days. Initially dismissing the symptoms as gas or routine discomfort, he continued going to work before the worsening pain prompted him to see a doctor and seek medical help. Tests at Aster Hospital, Al Qusais, revealed advanced coronary artery disease with severe blockages in multiple blood…

As India’s parliament passed a stringent anti-paper leak bill proposing a 10-year jail term for offenders, a Dubai student who exposed vulnerabilities in the country’s exam portals says legislation alone isn’t enough. He has called on the government to put in place stronger cybersecurity measures and conduct regular vulnerability testing to prevent future breaches. “Examination portals contain highly sensitive student information, so they must be protected with strong security controls,” said Rylen Anil, a Grade 12 student at JSS Private School. He made headlines in June when he identified serious security flaws in two of India’s most sensitive examination systems within…

BRUSSELS, 30th July, 2026 (WAM) — The European Central Bank (ECB) has outlined the accessibility features of the digital euro app, which will allow users to access basic digital euro services. From the outset, accessibility and inclusion have been core design principles of the digital euro. The proposed app features reflect the ECB’s commitment to ensuring that every European can access digital payments on equal terms, regardless of their needs, abilities and levels of digital confidence. The proposed design includes best-in-class accessibility features that go beyond the requirements of the European Accessibility Act and related standard EN 301 549, and…

ABU DHABI, 30th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre Abu Dhabi (ADCMC) continues to advance its specialised training ecosystem through integrated programmes as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen Abu Dhabi’s preparedness and enhance the capabilities of personnel to respond effectively to various risk scenarios. The centre delivered 81 training courses in collaboration with its strategic partners, including foundation, specialised and leadership programmes. A total of 2,544 participants attended the courses, representing employees from more than 35 government entities and companies across Abu Dhabi, as well as alternative service recruits and volunteers. This reflects…

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to King Mohammed VI of Morocco on the occasion of Throne Day. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, dispatched similar messages to King Mohammed VI. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. On July 30, 2026, Morocco is celebrating the 27th anniversary of King Mohammed VI’s accession to the throne. The King delivered a…

ABU DHABI, 29th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Economic Integration Committee convened a meeting chaired by Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, to review key national initiatives aimed at strengthening the country’s legislative framework for combating money laundering and the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) while reinforcing investor and business confidence in the national economy. The meeting was attended by the Directors General of the UAE’s economic development departments. The Committee assessed progress on recommendations issued at its previous meeting, including measures to strengthen oversight of retail outlets across markets and enhance monitoring and inspection mechanisms to…

ABU DHABI, 29th July, 2026 (WAM) — Response Plus Holding PJSC (ADX: RPM) today announced its financial results for the six-month period ending 30 June 2026, reporting strong net profit and revenue growth driven by service diversification and geographical expansion across the region and beyond. During the first half of 2026, RPM reported net profit of AED 39.8 million, a surge of 96% compared to AED 20.3 million in H1 2025, while the group’s revenue surged 57% to AED 390.4 million during the first half of 2026, compared to AED 248.1 million during the same period in 2025. RPM’s EBITDA…

For many, Dubai is a city of opportunity. But for some, a dream of building a better future is cut short by unexpected hardship, leaving them unable to return home. Whether they have lost their jobs, fallen victim to fraudulent recruitment agencies, misplaced their travel documents or found themselves in humanitarian circumstances beyond their control, thousands of people pass through one facility each year before beginning their journey home. Hidden away in Al Awir, Dubai’s Center for Harboring quietly provides temporary shelter, healthcare and legal assistance to individuals whose departure from the UAE has been delayed, offering them dignity and…

DUBAI, 29th July, 2026 (WAM) — flydubai has increased its daily operations between Dubai and Naples and is set to boost its flights to Milan-Bergamo to a double-daily operation from 31st July. Due to scheduled maintenance works at Naples International Airport (NAP), the airline will temporarily operate daily flights from Dubai International (DXB) to Salerno Costa d’Amalfi and Cilento Airport (QSR) from 1st to 30th November 2026, before resuming services to Naples International Airport (NAP) from 1st December. During this period, passengers with existing bookings to Naples will be automatically rebooked onto flights to Salerno, ensuring their journeys continue without…