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ABU DHABI, 20th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of ADGM and the Hellenic Capital Market Commission (HCMC) have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), establishing a formal framework for cooperation and mutual assistance between the two Authorities. The MoU was signed by Emmanuel Givanakis, CEO of the FSRA of ADGM, and Ms. Vasiliki Lazarakou, Chair of the HCMC. The MoU provides a practical framework for the FSRA and HCMC to work together on the supervision and regulation of capital markets, including structured information exchange and mutual assistance within their respective mandates, helping…

DUBAI, 20th May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has enhanced its Seasonal Network initiative for marine transport services by deploying flexible scientific and technical methods powered by artificial intelligence and predictive analytics. The initiative strengthens operational agility and enables the network to respond effectively to demand fluctuations during seasons, public holidays and major events across the emirate. The initiative forms part of RTA’s ongoing efforts to develop the marine public transport network and strengthen its integration with various transport modes across the emirate, keeping pace with rapid growth and meeting the aspirations of residents and visitors…

An Etihad Airways flight from Abu Dhabi to London Heathrow on May 20 returned to Zayed International Airport shortly after take-off, the airline confirmed. According to Etihad Airways, the flight had to return due to a technical issue, and an alternative aircraft was arranged for the passengers. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Flight tracking data shows that the flight, EY061, took off from Abu Dhabi eight hours late (around 10am instead of 2am) and landed seven hours behind schedule in London. Subsequently, the return flight, EY062 from London Heathrow to Abu Dhabi’s…

A rare strain of Ebola has prompted the World Health Organization to declare a public health emergency of international concern. Most of the cases have occurred in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with more than 100 suspected deaths and nearly 400 suspected infections as of Monday. Here is what we know about this strain of the Ebola virus, known as Bundibugyo. What is Bundibugyo Ebola? The current Ebola outbreak – so far limited to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda – is due to a rare strain of the virus known as Bundibugyo, named after Uganda’s Bundibugyo province…

ABU DHABI, 20th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Sports Council has won two prestigious awards for the “ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon” and “Active Hub” at the International Sports Convention Awards 2026, in recognition of its efforts in developing sports initiatives and enhancing community participation in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. The awards were announced during the International Sports Convention held at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, United Kingdom. The Abu Dhabi Sports Council won the “Diversity and Inclusion” award for the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon 2025, one of the region’s leading sporting events, which contributes to promoting a…

DUBAI, 20th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Dubai SME), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), has concluded the inaugural GameForward accelerator programme with three Emirati studios awarded grants and two securing PlayStation publishing partnerships. The outcomes mark a significant milestone in the commercialisation of home-grown game development and further reinforce Dubai’s position as an emerging global gaming hub. The programme supported 16 Emirati-led studios, representing 25 founders, and culminated in a Demo Day and awards ceremony attended by industry experts, strategic partners, publishers, and investors from…

FUJAIRAH, 20th May, 2026 (WAM) — Fujairah Terminals, part of AD Ports Group, announced the signing of three strategic land lease agreements with Fujairah International Airport, Fujairah Free Zone Authority and Al Dahra Agriculture Trading. The agreements aim to enhance connectivity and unlock new commercial opportunities across regional and international markets. They will also support the development of logistics and industrial capabilities, enable more efficient use of port and adjacent infrastructure, and strengthen service integration across the supply chain. The leased lands, with a combined area of 130,000 sqm, will be utilised to enhance the logistics capabilities of Fujairah Terminals,…

ABU DHABI, 20th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeals’ State Security Chamber, today sentenced Emirati national Saif Salem Saif Ali Al Maqbali to three years in prison and imposed a fine of AED5 million. The court also ordered the deletion of the offensive video, the closure of the defendant’s social media accounts, and the confiscation of the mobile phone used in committing the offence. The UAE Attorney-General had referred the defendant to an expedited trial after investigations revealed that he had published a video containing incitement and calls for marriage to underage girls in the…

The Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal –State Security Chamber– has sentenced an Emirati national called Saif Salem Saif Ali Al Muqbali to three years in prison and fined him Dh5 million, while also ordering the removal of the offensive video, the closure of his social media accounts, and the confiscation of the phone used in committing the offence. The UAE Attorney General had earlier ordered the defendant to stand trial in expedited proceedings after investigations revealed that he had published a video containing incitement and calls to marry underage girls in the Kingdom of Morocco, falsely claiming that Moroccan…

The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Wednesday said suspected Ebola deaths linked to the ongoing outbreak in Congo had risen to 139, with numbers expected to increase further as investigations continue. Amid growing concern, the UAE said authorities are prepared to handle any emerging Ebola-related health situations. Doctors reassured residents that the public risk remains ‘extremely low.’ Medical experts urged travellers to stay informed about symptoms and follow basic precautions. They stressed that Ebola does not spread through casual public contact such as travelling through airports, malls, or public transport. ‘Ebola does not spread through casual contact’ Doctors said one…