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SHARJAH, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) — Leading universities and research institutions from around the world have entered the scientific review phase of the Faya Research Grant Programme, marking a key milestone in advancing research at the Faya Palaeolandscape World Heritage Property. The programme comprises two main parts: long-term research grants, which support multi-year scientific projects centred on in-depth fieldwork, analysis, and data generation; and short-term research grants, which fund one-year studies to address targeted research questions, test innovative methodologies, and contribute specialised insights to the site’s broader scientific framework. The evaluation process is led by the Faya World Heritage Scientific…

DUBAI, 30th April, 2026 (WAM) — The General Network of Government Communication, under the General Secretariat of The Executive Council of Dubai, convened at Emirates Towers to review Dubai’s coordinated media response to recent regional developments, examine best practices, and build on its outcomes. The meeting highlighted the high level of alignment across government entities and the strength of a unified communication approach led by the Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO). The approach proved effective in reinforcing public confidence and transparency through timely and accurate communication, reflecting the resilience of the community and the stability of the emirate’s economy.…

ABU DHABI, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has received Canadian Prime Minister’s Senior Advisor on Foreign, Defence, and Security Policy, Scott Gilmore, to review regional developments. The meeting addressed the repercussions of the unprovoked and terrorist Iranian missile attacks that targeted the UAE and a number of brotherly and friendly countries, and their impact on regional and international peace and security, as well as maritime security, energy supplies and the global economy. During the meeting, Gilmore reaffirmed Canada’s solidarity with the UAE and its support…

One player won the Dh5 million second prize matching all the days numbers in the latest Lucky Day draw held by the UAE Lottery on Wednesday. For draw number 260429, the winning combination was:  Days: 1, 11, 19, 21, 22 and 31 Lucky Month: 12  No winner was recorded for the Dh30 million jackpot. Winners across tiers A total of 2,369 players won prizes in the draw across different categories. 32 players won Dh1,000 each 2,333 players won Dh100 each Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Lucky Chance winners Three players also won…

Much to the delight of residents and tourists alike, Skydive Dubai has officially reopened its doors for an adrenaline-packed return to the skies. But it’s not just back to business as usual. Skydive Dubai marked its comeback with a striking flag-themed jump from 13,000 feet above Palm Jumeirah. Set against the city’s coastline, the team shared a video of their comeback dive with the UAE flag flying high, offering a symbolic nod to the country’s resilient spirit as it looks ahead. The jump took place at the Palm Dropzone, one of Dubai’s most photographed adventure hotspots and marked the return…

AMSTERAM, 30th April, 2026 (WAM) — A delegation from the Fujairah Government participated in the Geospatial World Forum at RAI Congress Centre, Amsterdam. The delegation was led by Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Saif Al Sharqi, Director-General of Fujairah Digital Government, and Director of Fujairah Geographic Information System Center (FGISC) Dr. Ahmed Hassan Almurshidi. The visit focused on exploring the latest advancements in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), artificial intelligence linked to spatial data, and smart city applications. These technologies aim to enhance decision-making processes and the efficiency of government services in the emirate. During the forum, Fujairah participated in a…

LONDON, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Nigerian Peace Summit concluded today at the British House of Lords in London. The high-level international initiative spanned three days to discuss pathways for enhancing civil peace in Nigeria as part of international efforts to promote stability across the African continent. The Abu Dhabi Forum for Peace organised the summit in strategic partnership with the US Department of State and the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. The opening session was presided over by Shaykh Abdullah Bin Bayyah, Chairman of the UAE Council for Fatwa, and President of the Abu Dhabi Forum for…

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday welcomed the United Arab Emirates’ move to pull out of OPEC and said he thinks the move could help lower oil prices. “I think it’s great,” Trump said when asked by reporters at the White House what he thought of the UAE’s decision. The UAE — one of the group’s biggest producers — said on Tuesday it was quitting OPEC, amid an unprecedented energy crisis caused by the Iran war. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels “I think ultimately it’s a good thing for getting the price…

When a woman in her 30s and 40s starts to feel irritable, withdrawn, or emotionally distant, her partner rarely attributes this to the hormonal imbalance related to menopause. But experts say that failure of understanding one of the most common issues women face is quietly straining marriages across the region. The phenomenon, increasingly referred to as “meno-divorce,” describes the growing number of relationships that break down during perimenopause and menopause, largely because neither partner understands what is happening. “Many of these relationships could have been saved with earlier education, open conversation and appropriate support,” says Donna Howarth, founder of the…

DUBAI, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) — In a high-impact international crackdown on transnational organised financial crime, Dubai Police, under the umbrella of the UAE Ministry of Interior, have carried out a coordinated global operation, codenamed “Tri-Force Sentinel”, in partnership with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Chinese Police, leading to the arrest of 276 members of a transnational fraud network. The suspects are mainly from Southeast Asian countries. The operation delivered a decisive strike against three criminal syndicates and dismantled nine fraud centres behind high-yield investment scams (HYIS), “pig butchering” schemes, and virtual currency fraud, all of which…