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ABU DHABI, 14th April, 2026 (WAM) — The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast that tomorrow’s weather will be partly cloudy to cloudy and occasionally dusty, with a chance of light rain over the islands and some western and coastal areas, accompanied by a slight drop in temperatures. In a statement, NCM said that winds will be light to moderate in speed, becoming active to strong at times over the sea, stirring up dust and sand over land and leading to reduced horizontal visibility. Winds will be northwesterly, with speeds ranging from 15 to 30, reaching up to 50…

Parents in Dubai could soon be held legally accountable for their children’s misuse of electric scooters under a proposed local law aimed at enhancing road safety and curbing reckless behavior. According to Emarat Al Youm, Lieutenant General Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Operations at Dubai Police, revealed that authorities are drafting legislation that would hold parents accountable if their children are harmed or endanger others while improperly using electric scooters. Speaking to Emarat Al Youm, Al Mazrouei said the initiative, developed in collaboration with strategic partners including the Roads and Transport Authority, forms part of a broader regulatory…

SHARJAH, 15th April, 2026 (WAM) — The University of Sharjah (UOS) celebrated the graduation of a cohort of participants in the Professional Diploma in Leadership in Medical Education. The diploma programme, organised by the university’s Medical Education Centre for the benefit of the Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services, aims to develop the skills of paramedics, enhance their leadership capabilities, and improve the quality of emergency medical services. In his welcoming remarks, Professor Dr. Essam El-Din Ajami, Director of the University of Sharjah, noted that this ceremony embodies a practical model of partnership between higher education institutions and the healthcare sector,…

Photos: IDF says found launcher, anti-tank missiles used by Hezbollah The IDF said on Wednesday that it located “a launcher directed toward northern Israel, alongside anti-tank missiles and additional weapons used by Hezbollah.” These were the photos posted by the military on X. The IDF also said that Hezbollah members and military infrastructure were struck, “including a command center in which there was a terrorist.” Iran used Chinese spy satellite to target US bases, FT reports Iran secretly used a Chinese spy satellite that gave the Islamic Republic a new capability to target US military bases across the Middle East…

CAPITALS, 15th April, 2026 (WAM) — Paris Saint-Germain of France, the defending champions, qualified for the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League after defeating Liverpool of England 2-0 tonight in the second leg of the quarter-finals at Anfield. The first leg had ended with the same result in favour of the French side, securing qualification with a 4-0 aggregate victory. Atletico Madrid of Spain also advanced to the semi-finals despite a 2-1 defeat to fellow Spanish side Barcelona at the Metropolitano Stadium. Atletico had won the first leg 2-0, progressing with a 3-2 aggregate score. Source: Emirates News Agency

SHARJAH, 14th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) will hold its fourteenth session on Thursday, April 16, 2026, as part of its work for the third regular session of the eleventh legislative term. The session will be held at the Council’s headquarters in Sharjah, chaired by Halima Humaid, Speaker of the Council. The agenda, following the ratification of the minutes of the thirteenth session, includes the Council’s discussion of the 2026 draft law concerning the regulation of the University of Arts. Attending the session are: Dr Mansour Mohammed bin Nassar, Member of the Executive Council of the…

Nurseries in Dubai must complete a mandatory orientation before welcoming students back, as part of strict reopening protocols ahead of a phased return to in-person learning starting this week. On Tuesday, the UAE’s Education, Human Resources, and Community Development Council signalled a phased resumption of early childhood education nationwide, but emphasised the importance of preparedness and compliance. Following this announcement, Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) said that nurseries in the emirate are set for a gradual return to on-site learning starting Thursday (April 16). Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. As…

ABU DHABI, 14th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Sports Council has signed agreement with Abdulhameed Al Khoori Property Investment to develop and operate a community sports centre in the Al Mushrif area for a period of 32 years, including two years for development and 30 years for operation. The project comes as part of Abu Dhabi’s efforts to enhance sports infrastructure and provide integrated facilities that support members of the community and enable people of all groups to engage in sports activities. The project will be built on a 3,000-square-meter plot of land and aims to deliver a…

Residents of Discovery Gardens will be able to avail discounted subscription parking rates starting April 15, Parkonic announced. The revised subscription plans are as follows: Monthly: Dh672  Quarterly: Dh1,999 For six months: Dh3,999 Annually: Dh4,999 As of January 2026, a monthly membership was set at Dh945 and a quarterly membership at Dh2,625. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Parkonic noted that the update was coordinated with the relevant stakeholders, taking into account community feedback, as part of the ongoing review of the parking framework in Discovery Gardens. Residents can activate their free parking…

ABU DHABI, 14th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Emirates Competitiveness Council (ETCC) announced significant enhancements to the Nafis programme, following its recent extension through 2040. These updates underscore the UAE leadership’s commitment to empowering citizens, strengthening Emirati families, and building a resilient national framework capable of adapting to economic and social shifts. The updates include amendments to the Child Allowance Scheme for UAE nationals employed in the private sector, as well as removing the cap on the number of eligible children. The scope of support has been expanded to include the children of female nationals working in the private sector,…