Author: Editorial team
Bodies of victims killed in a fatal road accident on Dubai’s Emirates Road earlier this week have begun reaching their respective home countries, as coordinated repatriation efforts continue across multiple jurisdictions. Authorities confirmed that four bodies were repatriated on Sunday, June 14, including two to Telangana, and one each to New Delhi and Sri Lanka. Two other bodies were already flown to Varanasi on Saturday, where last rites have since been performed. Another body is expected to be sent to Telangana later tonight. The crash, which occurred on June 8 on Emirates Road, involved a workers’ minibus carrying 16 passengers…
BRUSSELS, 13th June, 2026 (WAM) — Today, the European Commission presents strong measures to help farmers facing sharply rising fertiliser costs and to support Europe’s food security, delivering on the recently announced Fertiliser Action Plan. In recent months, geopolitical tensions and supply disruptions have pushed prices of fertilisers up across Europe. To address this situation, the Commission is proposing two concrete measures. Firstly, the Commission is providing financial relief to help farmers buy fertilisers to guarantee their next crops. In the coming weeks, the Commission aims to mobilise €540 million in total. Earlier this week, the Commission proposed to boost…
SHARJAH, 14th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Omar Matar Al Mannaei, CEO and CMO of Emirates Auction, has been named among the “Middle East’s Most Influential Chief Marketing Officers 2026” by Forbes Middle East. The prestigious recognition comes in honour of his leadership in driving the company’s digital transformation and accelerating the adoption of advanced technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) to optimise auction operations, elevate customer experience, and support sustainable growth. Al Mannaei’s selection reflects his pivotal role in leading a series of strategic initiatives that have further solidified Emirates Auction’s position as a leading platform leveraging the latest AI…
Bangladesh’s former police chief Benazir Ahmed was arrested in UAE, the interior minister said Sunday, years after he fled his home country where he is facing multiple charges including corruption. Benazir, once a close ally of former leader Sheikh Hasina, left Bangladesh in May 2024 amid public outrage over allegations that he had stashed an illegal multi-million dollar fortune. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The United States imposed sanctions against the official in 2021 for his alleged role in hundreds of disappearances and extrajudicial killings when he led the feared Rapid Action Battalion paramilitary…
SHARJAH, 14th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The Emirati Goldsmiths Platform announced the launch of the first locally sourced Emirati gemstone during its participation in the 57th edition of the Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show (WJMES), hosted at Expo Centre Sharjah with the support of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI). Named “Spirit of the Emirates”, the gemstone is sourced from natural red jasper extracted from the Al Siji region of Fujairah in cooperation with the Fujairah Natural Resources Corporation, marking a significant milestone for the UAE’s national jewellery industry. The platform delivered a strong showing at…
ABU DHABI, 14th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The Emirates Arabian Horse Society (EAHS), in cooperation with Ajman Equestrian Club and the Ajman Youth Council, has concluded the final phase of the National Judges Qualification Programme for the 2025-2026 season. The programme was held from 11th to 13th June at the Ajman Youth Centre and Ajman Equestrian Club, with the participation of trainers accredited by the European Conference of Arab Horse Organizations (ECAHO). The initiative forms part of the Society’s efforts to support and develop national talent in the field of Arabian horse championship judging and to prepare qualified Emirati…
Dubai Customs helped stop a major drug consignment from reaching its intended destination, an African country. They provided the intelligence that led to the seizure of a Tapentadol consignment, weighing approximately 1.332 tonnes. The shipment originating from Asia, and transported via air cargo, contained narcotic tablets. Dubai Customs helped the African country’s authorities intercept the shipment; legal proceedings were initiated against those involved. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “Protecting communities is a shared responsibility that transcends geographic borders,” Abdulla Busenad, Director General of Dubai Customs, said in a media release. The operation…
A pair of sneakers may not seem like an obvious conversation starter about mental health, but that is exactly what two Emirati artists hope to achieve through a new limited-edition collection launched in Dubai. The collection was showcased during the opening of the new ASICS SportStyle store at Mall of the Emirates on Thursday, June 11, where creators, guests, and members of the community gathered to explore the space, discover the latest collections and take part in creative workshops. Created by Emirati artists Diaa Allam and Duha Al Hallami, the exclusive designs blend Arabic calligraphy, heritage and self-expression. Proceeds from…
WASHINGTON, 14th June, 2026 (WAM) — SpaceX launched 29 new satellites for its Starlink constellation into low Earth orbit as part of its global network expansion. In a statement, the company announced that a Falcon 9 rocket launched from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, carrying satellites for the “Group 10-54” mission. SpaceX successfully deployed the satellites into orbit as planned, while the rocket continued its successful operational record. The “B1080” booster returned safely to its designated landing pad in the Atlantic Ocean after completing its 27th flight. This launch marks the 68th Falcon 9 mission since the…
MUSCAT, 14th June, 2026 (WAM) — Data released by the GCC Statistical Centre (GCC-Stat) on the occasion of GCC Youth Day, observed annually on June 6, indicate that the total number of young people aged 15–34 in the GCC countries reached approximately 23.5 million in 2024, accounting for 38.2% of the GCC states’ total population. Of this total, 15.1 million were males (64.5%) and 8.4 million were females (35.5%). GCC youth continue to strengthen their role as key partners in the GCC countries’ sustainable development journey, reflecting their growing demographic, economic, and social significance. The Centre noted that the GCC…