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The weather across the UAE will be hot over inland areas and relatively hot over coastal regions and islands during the daytime throughout the Eid Al Adha holiday period, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The NCM said conditions would become generally moderate at night and in the early morning from Monday, May 25, to Sunday, May 31, while the weather would remain generally fair, with partly cloudy skies at times over some eastern areas. Relative humidity will increase during the late night and early morning over some coastal areas, with a chance of fog or light fog…

SYDNEY — A 39-year-old man has died following a shark attack at Australia’s Great Barrier Reef on Sunday, marking the second fatal incident of its kind in the country this month.Queensland Police said the man was bitten near Kennedy Shoal, a shallow reef 45km off Queensland.Emergency services were called to a boat ramp on the Cassowary Coast, between the cities of Cairns and Townsville, just before noon local time on Sunday, following reports of a man being attacked while swimming out at a nearby shoal.Queensland Police said in a statement that the man was retrieved from the water but died…

ISTANBUL — Activists on board a humanitarian flotilla intercepted by Israeli forces on their way to breach Israel’s naval blockade of Gaza say they were subjected to beatings, torture and sexual violence by Israeli soldiers who detained them.The Global Sumud Flotilla of 50 boats, carrying food, medicine, and humanitarian supplies for civilians in Gaza, was intercepted over the course of several days after departing Turkey, with the final interception on Tuesday.The 428 passengers including journalists and at least one lawmaker from Italy were transferred onto military boats and brought to a larger military vessel at the Ashdod port in southern…

ABU DHABI, 24th May, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) continues to closely monitor implementation progress and achievements across its key development projects in the African continent, underscoring its commitment to ensuring continuity of implementation in line with the approved framework, while advancing development efforts that strengthen infrastructure and enhance quality of life in partner countries. The key projects within the fund’s implementation portfolio include the rehabilitation of the “Sokodé – Bassar” Road in the Republic of Togo, the road infrastructure development project in the Republic of Madagascar, and the “Minna – Bida” Road Project in Nigeria.…

Ahead of Eid Al Adha 2026, Dubai Police has warned residents against the use and trade of fireworks during the long holiday, The authority emphasised that fireworks may appear harmless, but they can quickly turn into real dangers that threaten individuals, property, and public safety. It called upon community members to comply with the law and refrain from any form of dealing with fireworks or those who trade in them, in order to preserve public safety. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The danger of fireworks lies in the fact that they can…

NAIROBI — The Red Cross on Saturday paid tribute to three volunteers who are believed to have died after contracting Ebola during a humanitarian mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo in March, the organization has said.The volunteers are among the first known victims of DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak, which has resulted in more than 170 suspected deaths and 750 suspected cases.The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) said they had died after serving their communities “with courage and humanity”.The three volunteers — Alikana Udumusi Augustin, Sezabo Katanabo, and Ajiko Chandiru Viviane — are believed to…

LONDON — Extra border checks were suspended Saturday at Dover after thousands of holidaymakers heading to the port waited hours in the heat in long queues to board ferries to cross the English Channel, officials said.French border authorities stopped gathering additional data required of non-EU passengers to speed up processing times as people tried to get away for a three-day weekend. Travelers were stuck in long lines on what became the hottest day of the year so far, with temperatures reaching 86 degrees (30 Celsius).“It’s taken me six hours to get on my ferry today,” driver Jon Lelliot told the…

The official certified pre-owned Jetour dealership launches in Al Quoz, offering a premium showroom experience and trusted after-sales support for customers across the UAE Published: Sun 24 May 2026, 10:55 AM Jetour Trusted Preowned, driven by Elite Group Holding, was officially launched on May 15, 2026. The launch was marked by the opening of its first flagship showroom in Al Quoz, Dubai, UAE, inaugurated through a ribbon-cutting ceremony followed by a celebratory event attended by hundreds of guests, including influencers, media representatives, and VIP clients. Jetour Trusted Preowned is the official and certified dealer of Jetour pre-owned vehicles in the…

Two young men have been ordered to repay nearly Dh15,000 to a victim after an Al Ain court found they used a fake mobile phone recharge website to scam him out of money. The Al Ain Civil, Commercial and Administrative Court also ordered the pair to pay the victim Dh3,000 in compensation for the financial and emotional harm he suffered as a result of the fraud. According to court records, the victim filed a lawsuit after discovering he had been deceived through a bogus online platform designed to resemble legitimate mobile phone top-up services. Stay up to date with the…

WASHINGTON — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman participated in a joint call on Saturday with US President Donald Trump and several regional leaders to discuss ongoing efforts aimed at reaching an agreement to end the conflict involving Iran. The call included Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Qatar’s Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Jordan’s King Abdullah II, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Pakistan’s Field Marshal Asim Munir. During the discussions, leaders reviewed the latest regional developments and expressed appreciation for Trump’s…