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Abu Dhabi has announced a temporary rent freeze across the city, the emirate’s Real Estate Centre announced on Tuesday, June 2, effective immediately. All residential, commercial, and industrial tenancy contract renewals will be processed at a 0 per cent increase for the duration of the measure. Any new tenancy contract on a previously rented unit will be offered at the same rental value as the preceding contract. The measure is temporary and until further notice, with the move coming as a relief to tenants across the emirate amid the ongoing regional conflict Stay up to date with the latest news.…
SHARJAH, 1st June, 2026 (WAM) — The sixth edition of the Eid Al Adha Exhibition concluded on Sunday at Expo Centre Sharjah, following 11 consecutive days of commercial activity and community engagement. The exhibition attracted participation from more than 100 brands, including major retail operators and emerging entrepreneurial businesses, which showcased innovative products tailored to diverse consumer preferences and spending segments. This year’s edition drew thousands of visitors, including families and value-conscious consumers seeking promotional offers ahead of Eid Al Adha, delivering an exceptional shopping season marked by record sales and strong returns. The exhibition further strengthened its appeal through…
Authorities in Sharjah are questioning two Indian families in connection with the death of a toddler, according to a lawyer assisting them. Advocate Preeta Sriram Madav said the families, who hail from the southern Indian states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu, were taken in for questioning on the day of the incident, in which a two-year-old boy fell to his death from a staircase area in a residential tower. It was initially believed that the Pakistani toddler had wandered out of his family’s apartment before falling through an opening near a staircase on an upper floor of the building. According…
ABU DHABI, 1st June, 2026 (WAM) — Special Olympics UAE has finalised preparations for the staging of the UAE Games 2026, taking place from 6th to 10th June in Abu Dhabi, with the participation of more than 1,000 athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities, alongside international delegations. Building on the success of the inaugural edition, the Games are supported by a broad network of strategic and official partners and will feature a comprehensive programme including sports competitions, health activations, community events and initiatives. The second edition will also unveil an elevated visual identity for the Games, inspired by the colors…
DUBAI, 1st June, 2026 (WAM) — Coca-Cola Arena will host the first two games of the ABA League Finals against Partizan Belgrade on Thursday, 4th June, and Saturday, 6th June. Dubai Basketball will face Partizan Belgrade in the 2025/26 ABA League Finals, with Games 1 and 2 of the series set to be played at Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai on 4th June and 6th June, respectively. The ABA League, in coordination with Dubai Basketball and Partizan Belgrade, has confirmed that the opening two games of the Finals will take place in the UAE, marking the club’s long-awaited return home after…
From taking alternative routes to postponing plans for a third car, Dubai residents say they are becoming more conscious of transport spending as VAT on Salik tolls and public parking fees came into effect on June 1, alongside higher fuel prices this month. The new charges mean motorists now pay 5 per cent VAT on Salik tolls, parking fees and related services. Salik users now pay Dh4.20 instead of Dh4 during off-peak hours and Dh6.30 instead of Dh6 during peak periods, while public parking charges are also subject to VAT. For some residents, the impact is minimal. For others, particularly…
DUBAI, 1st June, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) recorded total ridership of 8.2 million across public transport and mobility services during Eid Al-Adha holiday 1447 AH / 2026, from Monday, 25th May, to Friday, 29th May. Dubai Metro’s Red and Green Lines carried 3.3 million riders during the holiday, while Dubai Tram served 114,300 riders. Public buses transported 1.73 million riders, and marine transport services registered 304,300 riders. Taxi services, including Dubai Taxi and franchise company vehicles, transported 2.3 million riders. Shared mobility services, including smart app vehicles, hourly rental vehicles and Bus-On-Demand, recorded 402,700 riders.…
The weather on Tuesday, June 2, is expected to be fair in general, according to a forecast by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Light to moderate southwesterly to northwesterly winds are set to blow, freshening at times, with a speed of 10-25 km/hr, reaching 40 km/hr. The sea will be slight to moderate, becoming rough at times by night in the Arabian Gulf and slight in Oman Sea. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Overall temperatures are expected to rise to highs of 46ºC in some areas of Abu Dhabi and drop…
DUBAI, 1st June, 2026 (WAM) — The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) has ordered the recall of two insecticide products sold under the brand name “Goodbye All Insects”, as part of ongoing efforts to protect consumer health and safety and ensure that products circulating in the market comply with approved regulatory requirements and standards. The recall applies to “Goodbye All Insects Max Kills in One Spray” and “Goodbye All Insects Spray “, both manufactured by SCITRA, following the detection of regulatory and technical violations related to the marketing of products that were not registered with the Emirates Drug Establishment. EDE also…
Sharjah authorities are investigating the death of a two-year-old boy who fell in a residential tower staircase area. Officials are urging residents and property managers across the UAE to strengthen child safety measures in high-rise buildings. Family members described the incident as a devastating tragedy that unfolded within moments. A relative said the child had been playing inside the apartment shortly before the accident. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “It happened so fast,” the relative said. Neighbours also expressed shock, with several residents gathering outside the tower after emergency crews arrived. “Everything…