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One participant won Dh100,000 in Saturday night’s UAE Lottery draw after matching five numbers and the Lucky Number in the latest Lucky Day Draw. The winning numbers for Draw No. 260620, held on June 20, were 6, 7, 9, 15, 17 and 20, while the Lucky Number was 4. As many as 58 participants won Dh1,000 each in the fourth prize category, while 5,705 players received Dh100 prizes in the fifth-tier category. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Three Lucky Chance participants also walked away with Dh50,000 each. The winning IDs were DV9856622,…

ABU DHABI, 20th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Muslim Council of Elders strongly condemned the terrorist attack that targeted Diori Hamani Airport in Niamey, the capital of Niger, resulting in a number of deaths and injuries. In a statement on Saturday, the council reaffirmed its firm rejection of such terrorist and criminal acts, which are contrary to the teachings of Islam, all divine religions, human values and international norms and conventions. The council called for decisive action against violent and terrorist groups seeking to spread havoc and undermine security and stability. It also stressed the importance of strengthening efforts to…

Sharjah recorded a high public safety satisfaction rate, with residents reporting they feel 99.7 per cent safe in 2025, according to the emirate’s Police force. The data comes from a survey conducted by the Department of Statistics and Community Development, which also revealed high levels of trust in law enforcement. Residents feel about 99 per cent trust in the police to maintain safety and stability across Sharjah. The survey revealed that feelings of safety were consistently high across various scenarios: 99.8 per cent during the day 99.7 per cent at home at night 98.7 per cent when walking alone at night 99 per cent…

MARRAKECH, 20th June, 2026 (WAM) — Saeed Rashid Al Abdi, member of the Federal National Council (FNC), participated in the 4th edition of Marrakech Parliamentary Economic Forum for the Euro-Mediterranean and Gulf Region, currently hosted by the House of Councillors of the Kingdom of Morocco. During a session entitled “Global Challenges to Economic Integration, Free Trade and Public Debt,” Al Abdi said that free trade is facing a clear decline due to protectionist policies, the imposition of restrictions and customs tariffs, and the use of economic tools as political leverage. He noted that regional tensions and disruptions to maritime routes…

More than 100 students from Dubai’s private schools came together this week to tackle some of the biggest challenges their generation is facing- from road safety to the responsible use of artificial intelligence. The first-ever Student Majlis, hosted by the Dubai Students Council in partnership with the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), gave pupils a platform to turn their ideas into action. Held at the RTA’s Transport Research and Innovation Pavilion at the University of Birmingham Dubai, the event featured interactive workshops and dialogue sessions led by student council members. The focus…

ABU DHABI, 20th June, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), has chaired the agency’s second board meeting of 2026, during which he commended EAD’s efforts and strategic initiatives that continue to enhance environmental excellence, community health and quality of life across the emirate of Abu Dhabi. The meeting, held at Al Nakheel Palace, was attended by Mansour Ibrahim Al Mansouri, Chairman of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi; Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of the…

MARRAKECH, 20th June, 2026 (WAM) — Aisha Rashid Laytim, member of the Federal National Council (FNC), participated in the 4th edition of Marrakech Parliamentary Economic Forum for the Euro-Mediterranean and Gulf Region hosted by the House of Councillors of the Kingdom of Morocco in cooperation with the the Parliamentary Network of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF). During a session on promoting job creation through the blue economy, Laytim stressed that the blue economy has become one of the fastest-growing sectors worldwide, offering significant economic and investment opportunities linked to ports, maritime transport, sustainable tourism, renewable energy,…

ULAANBAATAR, 20th June, 2026 (WAM) — UAE national team athlete Bishrel Khurudi secured a bronze medal in the women’s under-52 kg category at the Ulaanbaatar Grand Slam 2026, held in the Mongolian capital Ulaanbaatar with the participation of 454 athletes representing 58 countries. Khurudi claimed the bronze medal after defeating Spain’s Torro Soler in the bronze-medal contest. She delivered a strong performance throughout the competition, recording victories over opponents from South Korea and Mongolia before falling in the semifinal to Japan’s Uta Abe, the Tokyo 2020 Olympic champion, who went on to win the gold medal in the event. The…

Temperatures in the UAE climbed close to the 50°C mark on Saturday, June 20, with the highest temperature in the country reaching 49.4°C in Sweihan, Al Ain. According to the National Center of Meteorology (NCM), the temperature was recorded at 12.45pm UAE local time, making Sweihan the hottest location in the country on the day. The reading marks a significant increase from earlier this year. On April 21, the highest temperature recorded nationwide was 42.9°C in Owtaid, Al Dhafra Region, at 2pm. Just days before that, on April 15, the highest temperature stood at 35°C in Um Azimul, Al Ain,…

If you’ve noticed more pain between your temples as the warmer months tick by, it may not be all in your head. Some studies have suggested that hot or humid weather, bright sunlight and summer-related drops in outdoor air pressure can trigger headaches in some people. Migraine sufferers in particular often report being the most affected, said Dr Danielle Wilhour, an assistant professor of neurology at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. While there isn’t anything you can do to change the weather itself, the good…