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BEIJING, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE national judo team will begin its participation in the 2026 Asian Senior Judo Championships, scheduled from 16th to 18th April in China, with the men’s lightweight divisions under 60kg and under 66kg, and the women’s under 52kg category. The UAE Judo Federation said the delegation will arrive in China from Japan following a training camp at Tokai University in Tokyo. The championship, organised by the Chinese Judo Association under the supervision of the International Judo Federation, will be held at Ordos Sports Hall and feature 207 athletes from 21 countries, including the…
A Dubai-based property valuation platform has announced a real estate auction service, targeting sales timelines of around 30 days from listing to completion. YallaValue said the service is licensed by the Dubai Land Department (DLD), allowing sellers to auction their property for free, with an “optional marketing package available on a success-only basis”, meaning they only pay if the sale is completed. “We’re launching next month, so no properties are formally listed yet – but the early seller response has been stronger than expected,” Jack Sellers, founder of YallaValue, told Khaleej Times in an interview. “We opened our seller registration…
DUBAI, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Sports (MoS) will launch the Chess Digital League (CDL) on 14th April, 2026, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education (MoE), the UAE School and University Sports Federation (UAESUSF), the UAE Chess Federation and other entities. Held under the slogan “Your Move. Your Moment”, the championship aims to promote school sports and identify talented students across different age groups. The competition will allow students from all school cycles to showcase their cognitive skills in a digital environment, supporting efforts to strengthen mind sports within the UAE’s sports ecosystem. The qualifying stage…
Parents cannot directly apply for Centre-Led Home-Based Learning (CLHL) services, with nurseries retaining full control over rollout, staffing and approvals, Dubai’s education regulator KHDA has clarified in an exclusive interview with Khaleej Times. The Centre-Led Home-Based Learning (CLHL), announced by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), will operate under a tightly regulated framework, used only during government-mandated distance learning periods for children aged 0-6, and concluding within five working days after in-person learning resumes. Dr Amna Almaazmi, CEO of Growth and Human Development at KHDA, explained that the model is designed as a temporary emergency learning solution rather than…
LONDON, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — Manchester City reignited their Premier League title charge with a commanding 3-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Following a cagey opening half, City intensified their attack after the interval, breaking the deadlock when Nico O’Reilly converted a precise header. The visitors doubled their advantage shortly after as Marc Guéhi clinicaly finished a well-placed throughball from Rayan Cherki. Jeremy Doku then capitalised on a defencive error, dispossessing Moises Caicedo before slotting home a third to seal the result and silence the home crowd. The victory moves City within six points of league leaders Arsenal,…
FUJAIRAH, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — Round 3 of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship (No-Gi) concluded today at Zayed Sports Complex in Fujairah, with competitions in the Under-18, Adults and Masters divisions bringing the event to a close after two days. Sharjah Self-Defence Sports Club finished top of the medal standings, followed by Palms Sports – Team 777 in second place and M.O.D UAE in third. The final day of the event in Fujairah featured a good level of competition across all categories. Adults’ matches showed strength and discipline, under-18 athletes competed with confidence, while Masters competitors…
Dense cloud cover blanketed Abu Dhabi on Sunday morning as residents in some areas experienced moderate rainfall, with heavier showers expected later in the day. Dubai saw light rain earlier in the day and has since shifted to overcast, gloomy conditions. According to the UAE’s National Center of Meteorology, convective cloud formation is likely to bring intermittent rainfall, ranging from light to moderate, with occasional heavy downpours. A yellow weather warning has been issued, urging residents to remain cautious. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. The unstable weather is being driven by an…
WASHINGTON, 13th April, 2026 (WAM) — Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, said she is concerned about a powerful new AI model from Anthropic that poses major cybersecurity risks. In a statement, she said that the world does not have the ability to protect the international monetary system against massive cyber risks. “The risks have been growing exponentially,” Georgieva said. “Yes, we are concerned. We are very keen to see more attention to the guardrails that are necessary to protect financial stability in the world of AI.” Source: Emirates News Agency
DUBAI, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Municipality has completed Phase 1 of the Sewerage and Stormwater Network Development Project in Al Quoz Creative Zone, one of Dubai’s most dynamic and economically active areas, at a cost of AED250 million. The total investment in the project is AED500 million. The project aims to develop an integrated, adaptable, and sustainable sewerage and stormwater system serving Al Quoz Industrial Areas 1, 2, 3, and 4, as well as the area located between Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road. It spans a total area of 1,600 hectares and covers more than 1,507…
Landmarks across Dubai were illuminated in the colours of the UAE flag in a show of pride. A striking display on the Burj Khalifa stood out as a powerful symbol of unity, national achievement and shared identity. The world’s tallest tower became a vivid expression of belonging and cohesion, reinforcing the UAE flag as a symbol of collective strength. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. As the UAE national anthem played, the tower stood illuminated in red, green, white, and black — steady, visible from almost anywhere in the city. It wasn’t just…