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PARIS, 19th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Generation 5 Holding, a leading defence and technology company, and Hanwha Aerospace, a leading provider of advanced defence, aerospace, and industrial solutions, signed a teaming agreement to exclusively collaborate on the manufacturing and sales of the K9 155mm Howitzer, in a move that marks a first-of-its-kind milestone in the region. This agreement aligns with Generation 5’s vision to technology transfer and strengthening its manufacturing capabilities through strategic partnerships with leading global defence companies, and Hanwha’s commitment to sustainable investment in the defence and advanced technology sectors through its subsidiaries, reinforcing its global presence,…
In the UAE, traffic violations are not limited to dangerous acts such as sudden swerving or inattentive driving that can lead to accidents and crashes. They also extend to behaviours that undermine public cleanliness and harms the country’s civilised image. In a video shared by Abu Dhabi police, several drivers were caught on camera throwing garbage from their vehicles’ windows either while driving or parking—a grave traffic violation according to UAE regulations. The Abu Dhabi Police GHQ, in cooperation with the Monitoring and Control Center, called on drivers and d road users to follow civilised behaviour that reflects the positive…
ABU DHABI, 19th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Silal Group, the UAE’s leading agri-food and technology group, has announced a strategic collaboration with Dutch agricultural consultancy, Delphy, which aims to contribute to elevating the UAE’s agricultural sector by designing, developing, and delivering advanced training and capacity-building programs over an initial five-year period. Held in the presence of Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, the partnership was formalised during a signing ceremony in the Netherlands. Designed to bridge the gap between cutting-edge agricultural science and practical field applications, the cooperation will focus on specialized training…
With summer temperatures soaring and air conditioning units across the emirate of Fujairah running at maximum capacity, the emirate’s Civil Defence has issued an urgent warning to residents over electrical grid overloads. The safety alert comes as newly released data reveals that domestic fires now account for an overwhelming 70 per cent of all blazes in the emirate. Statistics published by the Fujairah Statistics Centre highlight a highly successful push by first responders, showing a major 60 per cent drop in fire-related injuries and zero fatalities over the past year. However, emergency services warn that this progress could be quickly…
PARIS, 20th June, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates Global Endurance Village in Al Wathba has launched the Emirates Global Endurance Village Racing Series, a six-month initiative running from June to December 2026 and featuring endurance races across more than 10 countries. The first event in the series got underway today in Compiègne, France, as part of an international endurance competition taking place from 19 to 21 June, marking the start of the programme’s global calendar. The initiative supports the UAE leadership’s vision of advancing endurance riding and the equestrian sector, while reinforcing the UAE’s position as a leading international centre for…
When Mike Adams was born 55 years ago with phocomelia, a rare condition that left him without upper limbs and parts of his legs, doctors advised his parents he should be placed in specialist institutional care away from his family. By the age of six months, he had been sent to a special school, where he would remain until his teenage years, seeing his parents only occasionally. It was an upbringing, he says, he did not question at the time, surrounded by other children with disabilities and learning to adapt early to a world that was not designed for them.…
ASTANA, 20th June, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE national triathlon team will begin its campaign in the Asian Junior Triathlon Cup, which will be held in Astana, Kazakhstan, on Sunday, bringing together a number of promising athletes from across Asia. The UAE will be represented by Charlotte Thurston in the junior women’s category as part of the federation’s international participation programme aimed at developing national talent and enhancing competitive experience at the continental level Source: Emirates News Agency
The day will be fair in general on Saturday, the National Centre of Meteorology has said in its weather forecast. Light to moderate winds will blow, freshening at times. Temperatures could be as high as 46ºC in the country. Mercury is set to rise to 42ºC in Abu Dhabi and 41ºC in Dubai. However, temperatures could be as low as 30ºC in Abu Dhabi and 32ºC in Dubai and 7ºC in mountainous regions. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Humidity levels will range from 20 to 65 per cent in Abu Dhabi and…
ABU DHABI, 20th June, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the terrorist attack on Diori Hamani International Airport in the capital of the Republic of Niger, which resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) reiterated the UAE’s strong condemnation of such criminal acts and its permanent rejection of all forms of violence, extremism, and terrorism aimed at undermining security and stability. The Ministry expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the government and people of Niger over this heinous attack,…
As consular services for Indian nationals residing in the UAE are set to shift to a new provider, Alhind Tours and Travels LLC , starting July 1, the Asian country’s embassy announced on Friday a brief suspension of regular appointments for consular services like Passport, Visa & Attestation in June. The transition to Al Hind will affect consular services for more than 3.5 million Indian expatriates in the UAE. As Khaleej Times reported earlier, Alhind is preparing a massive operational overhaul to cater to the Indian community, which forms nearly 40 per cent of the UAE’s population. The group plans to launch 16 dedicated…