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Ras Al Khaimah is expanding the trail and climbing network on Jebel Jais, the UAE’s highest peak, with route development, trail rehabilitation and new multi-day journeys currently under way.At the centre of the programme is the Grand Loop, an 80km flagship multi-day mountain journey. The route will link existing trails across Jebel Jais with new connections, creating a multi-day journey for hiking, climbing, camping, cycling and exploration, said Marjan, an investment, hospitality and lifestyle company in Ras Al Khaimah, which is building major projects in the emirate as Al Marjan Island, Marjan Beach and RAK Central among others. Stay up to…

A cruise ship that will house thousands of athletes at the Asian Games arrived in Japan on Tuesday as complaints over accommodation at the multi-sport event grew louder.The Italian cruise ship Costa Serena docked in Nagoya, where the Games are taking place until October 4.Around 4,000 athletes and officials will be housed on the ship, which is almost 300m long, weighs over 100,000 tonnes and has 1,500 cabins.More than 17,000 athletes and officials are expected at the Games, which officially open on Saturday, a bigger number than the Olympics.Participants will also stay in wooden container-style huts and standard hotel rooms…

ABU DHABI, 15th September, 2026 (WAM) — President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Daniel Ortega Saavedra and Rosario Murillo Zambrana, Co-Presidents of the Republic of Nicaragua, on their country’s Independence Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, also sent similar messages of congratulations to the Co-Presidents of Nicaragua. Source: Emirates News Agency

DUBAI, 15th September, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, recently hosted its third quarterly meeting for Business Groups and Business Councils of 2026, bringing together 80 representatives from groups and councils. The meeting explored the latest efforts to support private sector growth and enhance the competitiveness of Dubai’s business environment. The chamber presented its latest programmes and services aimed at supporting the interests of the business community, together with initiatives designed to help companies expand and grow across diverse sectors. Participants also explored opportunities to strengthen coordination…

AJMAN, 15th September, 2026 (WAM) — The General Directorate of Federal Central Operations at the Ministry of Interior, represented by the Crisis and Disaster Management Department, held a workshop at the Police Sports and Shooting Club in Ajman to review the Business Continuity Management System. The workshop brought together coordinators and representatives from various police general HQs and departments. The workshop was held under the agenda of the working group tasked with overseeing and implementing the Business Continuity Management System at the Ministry level. Discussions focused on business continuity policies, strategies, and plans, as well as arrangements for coordinated action…

Cinema Akil is bringing BLACKBIRD back to Dubai for its second edition, with a three-day programme exploring Black memory, voice and legacy through cinema. Running from September 25 to 27 at the independent cinema’s home in Alserkal Avenue, the programme will feature screenings, filmmaker Q&As and conversations with special guests. Curated by Shannon Ayers Holden, Associate Director of Community Relations at Alserkal Avenue, this year’s edition is inspired by Nina Simone’s song Blackbird and brings together films connected by a Black point of view. The programme opens with Mira Nair’s 1991 romantic drama Mississippi Masala, starring Denzel Washington and Sarita…

ABU DHABI, 15th September, 2026 (WAM) — The US city of Scottsdale, Arizona, tomorrow hosts the fourth leg of the third edition of the Emirates Arabian Horse Global Cup (EAHGC), with the participation of 44 horses representing around 22 owners, as part of the international series organised by the UAE to support the Arabian horse sector and enhance its standing on the international stage. The fourth leg builds on the growing global presence of the championship and reflects the UAE’s leading role in supporting Arabian horse owners and breeders around the world, while preserving the heritage of the purebred Arabian…

DUBAI, 15th September, 2026 (WAM) — Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences organised a series of activities and initiatives as part of the month-long Emirati Women’s Day celebrations, held this year under the theme “We Emerge Stronger and Better”. The initiatives recognised the contributions of Emirati women and their active role in the UAE’s development, while addressing knowledge, social and health-related aspects that support women in the workplace and wider community. The programme included a panel discussion featuring Ayesha Mohammed S. Al Mulla, Chairperson of the Emirates Businesswomen Council, a visit by female employees of…

Abu Dhabi rolled out a free visa pilot scheme for Indian travellers after identifying rising travel costs emerging as the biggest obstacle facing Indian households looking to visit the emirate, a senior tourism official said at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026.Abdulla Yousuf, director of international operations at the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), said the decision followed direct feedback from Indian trade partners during a senior-level visit to Abu Dhabi in May.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Yousuf said the visit was organised to show the world that…

Zendaya attended the 2026 Emmy Awards as a nominee, with Tom Holland joining her inside the ceremony for his first time at the awards.The 30-year-old actress was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her performance as Rue Bennett in Euphoria, putting her in contention for her third win in the category.Zendaya previously won the award in 2020 and 2022, becoming the youngest two-time winner in the category. This year, however, the award went to Rhea Seehorn for Pluribus.Tom was not nominated at this year’s ceremony but was spotted sitting alongside Zendaya inside the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles,…