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SHARJAH, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) –The Sharjah Fish Resources Authority (SFRA) held its seventh regular meeting today with fishing cooperatives in the Emirate of Sharjah. The meeting was attended by Ali Ahmed Abu Ghazin, Chairman of the Authority, along with several officials and heads and representatives of the cooperatives. It forms part of efforts to expand coordination channels with the associations, monitor fishermen’s needs, and enhance the system of services provided to them. The meeting builds on a series of regular engagements organised by the Authority with fishing cooperatives, in line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan…

Motorists in Ras Al Khaimah are being advised to plan ahead after Ras Al Khaimah Public Services Department announced a temporary closure on part of Sheikh Mohammed bin Salem Road (E11) near Etihad Bridge for road maintenance and improvement works. The closure affects the E11 Road stretch between Al Nadiya and Al Dhait South, close to Etihad Bridge, where maintenance teams have begun upgrade works aimed at improving traffic flow and road safety. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Authorities said drivers should use the adjacent service road as an alternative route before…

ABU DHABI, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) — The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, announced the implementation of field trials for a 23-foot autonomous patrol boat. The trials are conducted under the supervision of the Smart and Autonomous Systems Council, in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office and Blue Gulf Group. The trials aim to deploy advanced autonomous patrol boats powered by autonomous control technologies to support monitoring operations across waterways, in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Maritime. This includes enhancing monitoring and oversight activities within maritime channels to improve compliance with applicable…

DUBAI, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, recently hosted the second quarterly meeting of Business Groups and Business Councils for 2026, with the participation of 64 business groups and councils. Participants were briefed on Dubai Chamber of Commerce’s efforts to enhance the readiness of diverse economic sectors, support business continuity, and ensure the smooth flow of trade and investment in Dubai. The session also highlighted the chamber’s key priorities for the months ahead. Maha Al Gargawi, Vice President of Business Advocacy at Dubai Chambers, said,…

ABU DHABI, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Labour Court has settled and disbursed more than AED309 million in financial entitlements to 12,536 workers in 2025, underscoring the efficiency of its judicial processes and enforcement system. The performance reflects swift adjudication of claims in line with legal frameworks, supported by an advanced execution system that protects rights while supporting business competitiveness. This annual achievement reflects a clear appreciation of the workforce in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, as the court marks International Workers’ Day, observed on 1st May each year, with accomplishments that affirm that safeguarding rights is…

A private aircraft was granted permission to land at a UAE airport after its operators submitted forged documentation. The landing permit request, now part of the official court record, listed the cargo nature as “Humanitarian Aid/Medical” and named the consignee as the Federal Ministry of Health, Republic of Sudan Government. A separate shipping document described the contents as “Humanitarian Medical Equipments and Surgical Tools.” What the aircraft was actually carrying was Goryunov ammunition which is part of an elaborate arms smuggling scheme using front companies, falsified records, and the cover of humanitarian relief to move military materiel bound for Port…

What does it take to keep going during uncertain times? Many business founders and CEOs are forced to make tough calls and re-examine leadership that is the need of the hour. Behind every redundancy decision is a calculation that goes far beyond numbers. As businesses navigate uncertainty, founders are being forced to take some of the most difficult decisions of their careers: deciding who stays and who goes. ‘You’re affecting people’s lives’ For Natasha Hatherall, founder and CEO of TishTash Group, these decisions are as personal as they are strategic. “There is no easy way to approach this,” Hatherall said.…

DUBAI, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police have approved a forward-looking “2040 Vision” for the General Department of Human Rights, setting out a roadmap of future-focused projects and initiatives aligned with their strategic priorities of enhancing safety, community happiness, and innovation in human capabilities. The vision is designed in line with the Dubai Urban Plan 2040, reinforcing Dubai Police’s commitment to proactive, sustainable policing that places human rights at the centre of its operations. The agreement was signed by Brigadier Abdulrahman Khalifa Al Shaaer, Director of the General Department of Human Rights, and Expert Brigadier Dr. Hamdan Ahmad Hamdan…

GENEVA, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) — Tadej Pogačar made it two wins in two days for UAE Team Emirates-XRG at the Tour de Romandie in Switzerland, with the race leader picking the spoils from a reduced bunch sprint on stage 2. In winning from a 32-man front group, Pogačar extended his lead in the yellow jersey by 10 bonus seconds and doubled up on his success from stage 1. Thursday’s victory was no straightforward task for Pogačar, who was attacked on multiple fronts on the final climb of the day. Seeing one attack after another go off the front of…

Across the UAE, a quiet but significant shift is taking place in schools: live online classes are being phased out as campuses fill up again. After weeks of distance learning, followed by hybrid arrangements and contingency measures introduced during the regional conflict, educators highlight that the return to in-person learning is no longer gradual — it’s nearly complete. Parents have even begun receiving circulars from schools informing them that synchronous (live online) lessons will no longer be offered, as the majority of students have resumed attending classes physically. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…