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WASHINGTON — A suspect was killed on Saturday after allegedly opening fire near the White House complex, according to the US Secret Service. In a statement, the agency said the shooting occurred shortly after 6 p.m. local time near 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, just outside the White House grounds. Authorities said the suspect “pulled a weapon from his bag and began firing” in the area. “Secret Service Police returned fire striking the suspect who was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased,” the statement said. The agency added that one bystander was also struck by…

From packed perfume stores to busy tyre shops and bakeries working on bulk orders, businesses across the UAE are seeing a rise in customer activity ahead of the Eid Al Adha holidays. While some residents are keeping a watch on spending, many are still shopping for family gatherings, gifting and road trips before the peak summer season begins. Perfume retailers said that Eid gifting remains one of the biggest drivers during this period, especially for customers sending presents to relatives abroad. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “We understand that people are a…

ABU DHABI, 22nd May, 2026 (WAM) — Emirati athletes across various disciplines are setting an inspiring example of determination, demonstrating that sporting excellence depends entirely on willpower and sustained effort rather than circumstance. These achievements stem from a lifelong dedication, often starting with a childhood dream supported by family and sporting institutions. Legendary Paralympic shooter Abdulla Sultan Al Aryani exemplifies this journey. He secured the UAE’s first gold medal of the Paralympic Games by winning the R7- Mixed 50m Air Rifle Positions SH1 at Tokyo 2020 Games, and the fifth in the nation’s Paralympic history. Al Aryani never allowed his…

As UAE residents prepare for gatherings and outings during the upcoming long Eid Al Adha 2026 holiday, authorities in four emirates have announced free parking, allowing families and friends to enjoy the break without parking fees. In the UAE, Eid Al Adha will start on Wednesday, May 27. It will be preceded by the Day of Arafah on Tuesday, May 26, which is a day off in the country. Eid Al Adha holiday in UAE The holiday for public sector employees in the UAE will be observed from Monday, May 25, until Friday, May 29, 2026. When combined with the…

ABU DHABI, 23rd May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE has rapidly evolved from relying on traditional mainframe computer systems to adopting advanced artificial intelligence, cloud computing and smart digital technologies as part of its long-term strategy to build a knowledge-based economy and strengthen its global position in advanced technology sectors. The country’s digital transformation journey began during the 1970s and 1980s, when government entities, banks and oil companies introduced large-scale mainframe computer systems to manage data processing and administrative operations across key sectors. During that period, technologies developed by companies including IBM, HP and Digital Equipment Corporation formed the backbone…

Sudanese and UAE flags fluttered across packed halls at Expo City Dubai on Saturday as thousands of Sudanese residents from across the UAE gathered to celebrate Sudan Day, with many calling the event ‘Eid before Eid’, in a reference to Eid Al Adha, which will be celebrated later this week. During the event, traditional coffee gatherings, folk music, sweets and cultural performances recreated the feeling of home for visitors. Organised by Emirates Loves Sudan, the event drew nearly 20,000 people, with residents travelling from different emirates to attend the large cultural gathering. Stay up to date with the latest news.…

MINA— As more than 1.5 million pilgrims from all around the world gather in Makkah for the upcoming annual pilgrimage amid rising temperatures, successful organization of a hassle-free Hajj extends far beyond logistics and traffic control. What appears to observers as simple open walkways is, in reality, a meticulously engineered environment designed to mitigate the sun’s impact and alleviate heat stress on pilgrims. In recent years, expansive shading and cooling projects have become an essential pillar of the infrastructure at the holy sites. At the forefront of these efforts are extensive pathway shading initiatives. Vast networks of modern canopies now…

PARIS — France has barred Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from entering French territory following what French officials described as unacceptable conduct toward activists aboard a Gaza-bound flotilla. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot announced the decision on Saturday, saying the move came after incidents involving French and European citizens participating in the Global Sumud Flotilla. “France cannot tolerate French nationals being threatened, intimidated, or brutalized,” Barrot said, particularly by a serving government minister. In a post on X, Barrot said Ben-Gvir’s actions had also been condemned by several Israeli political and government figures. “They follow a long list of…

From paying for schooling to adding color to their children’s wedding, the UAE Lottery continued to change the lives of its winners. On Saturday evening the UAE Lottery announced their winning numbers, giving hundreds of players an early Eid gift.  For draw number 260523, the winning combination was: Days: 12, 25, 11, 15, 23, 14 Month: 10 The winning Lucky Chance IDs were: BX4829530 AT1848163 CQ773050 Over 4,800 people won varying amounts during this week. Eight people won Dh100,000 while 43 people won Dh1,000. About 4,848 won Dh100, taking the total number of winners to 4,889.  Stay up to date…

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan said on Saturday that “encouraging progress” had been achieved toward reaching a final understanding between the United States and Iran to end the ongoing regional conflict. In a statement issued after Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir concluded a day-long visit to Tehran, the Pakistani military said intensive negotiations over the past 24 hours had advanced mediation efforts. “The intensive negotiations over the last 24 hours have resulted in encouraging progress towards a final understanding,” the statement said. Munir arrived in Tehran on Friday evening for his second visit to Iran in recent weeks as part…