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DUBAI, 2nd May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Journalists Association (UAEJA) affirmed that free and responsible media represents the first line of defence for national awareness, and is a key partner in protecting national security and the stability of societies. In a statement issued on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, observed annually on May 3, the UAEJA said: “In light of the challenges facing the region, foremost among them the aggressive policies pursued by Iran toward the Gulf states, the UAEJA stresses that the role of the media is not limited to reporting news, but extends to uncovering…

UAE’s Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, reaffirmed the Emirates’ full support for the sovereign measures taken by the Kingdom of Bahrain to safeguard its security, uphold its sovereignty and national achievements, and counter any attempts to undermine the Kingdom’s stability. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Sheikh Abdullah stressed that the security of Bahrain is an integral part of the security of the UAE and the Gulf states, reiterating the country’s steadfast support for all measures undertaken by Bahrain to safeguard its national security…

TBILISI, 3rd May, 2026 (WAM) — Saeed Al Hajeri, Minister of State, held bilateral meetings during his working visit to the Republic of Georgia with Maka Botchorishvili, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia, David Songulashvili, Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture, Paata Salia, Minister of Justice, and Genadi Arveladze, Deputy Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development. The meetings underscored the strong and dynamic bilateral relationship between the two countries. The two sides discussed avenues to further enhance cooperation across sectors of mutual interest, with a focus on priority areas including the economy, infrastructure, business services, agriculture,…

ABU DHABI, 2nd May, 2026 (WAM) – President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a written message from Tharman Shanmugaratnam, President of the Republic of Singapore, concerning bilateral relations between the two countries. The message was delivered to H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, during his meeting with Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Singapore. During the meeting, the two sides discussed the serious repercussions of the unprovoked and terrorist Iranian missile attacks that targeted the UAE and a number of brotherly countries,…

UAE weather on Sunday, May 3, is expected to be fair in general and partly cloudy at times, according to the National Center of Meteorology. The met department said in their bulletin that on Sunday, winds will be light to moderate Northwesterly to Northeasterly, freshening at times, with a speed of 10-25 reaching 35 km/hr. The sea will be slight to moderate in the Arabian Gulf and in Oman Sea. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels The highest temperature in Dubai and Abu Dhabi is expected to be 40°C on Sunday, with the…

SHARJAH, 2nd May, 2026 (WAM) — Alef Group, a premier real estate developer in Sharjah, has awarded construction contracts valued at AED 750 million, marking the commencement of the final phase of its flagship Hayyan development. With 97% of the project’s inventory already sold, this final phase will deliver more than 700 residential units, underscoring the exceptional market demand and investor confidence in the community. The awarded contracts cover the development of the Samr 1, Samr 2, and Deem residential clusters, in addition to the Hayyan mall, clubhouse, and extensive landscaping and public realm works. This milestone signals the full-scale…

ABU DHABI, 2nd May, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) has launched the “Abu Dhabi Padel League 2026,” one of its key sporting initiatives aimed at expanding the popularity of padel, embedding a culture of physical activity within the community, and enhancing sports participation. The first round of the league will take place on May 9, 2026, with competitions continuing through September. The league will be held across eight rounds distributed across key locations in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain Region, and Al Dhafra Region. This approach aims to broaden participation and reach the widest possible segment of…

The UAE Lottery announced the results of Lucky Day draw number 260502, as players continued to take part in the game’s twice-weekly schedule. The winning combination for the draw was: Days: 10, 28, 16, 12, 31 and 4 Lucky Month: 8 Lucky Chance winners Three players also won Dh50,000 each under the Lucky Chance feature. The winning IDs were: DK8788626 AN1219589 AV2005445 Lucky Day draws are now held every Wednesday and Saturday, offering players two opportunities each week to win prizes under the revised format. A Dubai-based South African expat won Dh5 million in Wednesday’s Lucky Day draw. The win marked…

ABU DHABI, 2nd May, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of Sheikha Moza bint Suhail, the Executive Committee of the International Autism Conference has announced the launch of a global awareness campaign under the slogan “Smile… Your Smile Is Enough to Make Them Happy.” The campaign was unveiled on the sidelines of the closing of the 4th International Autism Conference 2026, marking a qualitative step that begins in Abu Dhabi—the Capital of Empowerment—and extends to the world, in preparation for its global expansion and major launch in 2027, in alignment with preparations for the next edition of the conference. The…

The fifth edition of Make it in the Emirates (MIITE), UAE’s flagship industrial platform, is taking place from 4 to 7 May, 2026 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The event is hosted by the UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MOIAT) and organised by ADNEC Group, a Modon company, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, and ADNOC Group. Humaid Al Dhaheri, Group CEO of ADNEC Group, said that this edition is set to be the largest in the event’s history, covering over 88,000 square meters, which is a 30 per cent increase in size compared to the previous…