Author: Editorial team

UAE residents can expect fair weather in general and dusty conditions at times on Monday, May 18, according to a forecast by the country’s National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The weather department noted a slight decrease in temperatures expected on Monday. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Chann Temperatures will range between 27°C and 40°C in Abu Dhabi and 26°C and 39°C in Dubai and Sharjah. Light to moderate northwesterly winds will prevail, freshening at times, with speeds ranging between 10 and 25 kmph, reaching up to 40 kmph. The sea will be rough…

DUBAI, 17th May, 2026 (WAM) — Exemplifying Dubai’s remarkable readiness and agility in responding to developments impacting regional and global trade flows, Dubai Customs announced exceptional results and highlighted notable successes achieved by its ‘Green Corridor’ initiative since its activation last March in cooperation with Oman Customs. Since its launch, the initiative has helped ensure uninterrupted trade flows, bolstering supply chain resilience, and supporting business continuity, while also supporting market stability and safeguarding local food security. Developed in close collaboration with customers and strategic partners, the initiative introduced a package of proactive customs solutions and trade facilitation measures designed to…

RIYADH, 17th May, 2026 (WAM) — Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), condemned in the strongest possible terms the brutal attack on the United Arab Emirates (UAE) involving three drones, one of which targeted the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the Al Dhafra region. Albudaiwi pointed out that these treacherous attacks on the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant represent a dangerous escalation and a direct threat to the security and stability of the region. He underlined that it constitutes a flagrant violation of all international laws and norms regarding the protection of vital and nuclear facilities, given…

India’s Central Board of Secondary Education announced that a “full refund will be granted to Grade 12 students whose marks increase after re-evaluation. The board termed it a “student-friendly” measure, stating that the new On-Screen Marking (OSM) system for Class 12 Board Examinations. Students who had concerns regarding their marks posted on social media, with many saying the grades were lower than anticipated, and attributing it to the new OSM system. CBSE has since then defended its policies, stating that it is “sensitive” to student concerns, and assuring that they will be addressed accordingly. Stay up to date with the…

ABU DHABI, 17th May, 2026 (WAM) — Etihad Credit Bureau, the UAE’s federal entity for credit information, has launched a new Tenant Screening solution which enables private landlords to securely request the credit score of prospective tenants. The information is only shared once tenants accept through their UAE PASS. Etihad Credit Bureau is among the first entities to use the UAE PASS as a secure consent channel and this service was initially announced and previewed by the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) and Digital Dubai at GITEX 2025 before launching via the Etihad Bureau mobile app in April…

Recognition at the prestigious industry event highlights the developer’s growing presence in UAE’s luxury real estate landscape Published: Sun 17 May 2026, 6:59 PM Arif Developments has been recognised with the ‘Editor’s Choice: Excellence in Luxury Living’ award at the Gulf Business Real Estate Summit & Awards 2026, held on May 15 at Palazzo Versace Dubai. The award highlights the company’s growing contribution to UAE’s evolving luxury real estate landscape and reflects its focus on delivering premium residential developments centred on quality, design, and elevated living experiences. Hosted in Dubai, the event brought together developers, industry leaders, investors, and key…

Dubai Police warned residents on Sunday against social media videos that encourage the excessive consumption of energy drinks, particularly among children and teenagers. The authority stressed that such trends can pose serious health risks. In a statement issued by the Cybercrime Department at the General Department of Criminal Investigation, Dubai Police said that some digital content is produced solely to attract views and engagement. These sensationalised contents are created with disregard for the serious health and behavioural consequences on young audiences. Authorities urged parents to monitor the online content their children watch and to educate them about the dangers of…

SHARJAH, 17th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority has launched an integrated logistics corridor, developed in coordination with Oman Customs, as part of an advanced logistics system designed to strengthen connectivity between the Emirate of Sharjah and Omani ports via land borders. The logistics corridor is aimed at enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of regional supply chains, improving the flow of trade, and expanding logistics options available to the business community. The corridor covers several Omani ports, led by Sohar Port due to its strategic proximity to the UAE, in addition to Duqm Port…

ROME, 17th May, 2026 (WAM) — UAE Team Emirates-XRG continued its impressive run at the Giro d’Italia after Ecuadorian rider Jhonatan Narváez claimed victory in stage eight, securing the team’s third win within a week in the prestigious Italian race. Narváez secured the victory following a long-range attack alongside teammate Mikkel Bjerg with 76 kilometres remaining. The pair formed the leading breakaway group together with Norwegian rider Andreas Leknessund of Uno-X Mobility. With 9.8 kilometres remaining, Narváez launched his decisive attack after strong teamwork from Bjerg, breaking clear to cross the finish line in Fermo 32 seconds ahead of Leknessund…

ABU DHABI, 17th May, 2026 (WAM) — ADNOC’s listed companies reported a resilient set of financial and operational results in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting the strength of the Group’s integrated and diversified portfolio. Collectively, ADNOC Distribution, ADNOC Drilling, ADNOC Gas, ADNOC Logistics & Services (ADNOC L&S), Borouge and Fertiglobe delivered revenues of $11.8 billion (AED43.4 billion), EBITDA of $3.7 billion (AED13.6 billion) and net profit of $2.2 billion (AED7.9 billion), supported by diversified revenue streams, disciplined execution and a continued focus on operational safety and efficiency. Performance across the portfolio highlights the role of ADNOC’s listed companies in…