Author: Editorial Team
In moments of uncertainty, the UAE community has often revealed one of its defining traits: an instinct to come together. Across the country, that spirit of resilience and solidarity is once again finding expression through a series of thoughtful gestures and initiatives aimed at supporting residents and visitors alike. From world-class attractions opening their gates free of charge to hospitality offers designed to ease leisure costs, organisations across sectors are stepping in to create small pockets of relief. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Here’s a look at some of the promotions, community…
ABU DHABI, 9th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Hazardous Materials Management Centre, the local authority responsible for supervising and regulating the handling of hazardous materials in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, announced the launch of 11 comprehensive guidelines for hazardous materials handling, in coordination with the Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council. This qualitative step reflects the Centre’s commitment to strengthening the safety ecosystem, protecting the environment, unifying regulatory standards, and improving compliance efficiency in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, in line with global standards for hazardous materials management. The guidelines aim to raise the readiness of personnel…
Come February and March, all eyes turn to the fashion capital of the world, waiting to see what will make a splash in couture. However, this April, the spotlight once again turns towards Paris, but this time, for something quite different. From April 16 to 18, the French capital will host the 11th edition of Modest Fashion Week, marking its debut in one of the world’s most influential style cities. Organised by Think Fashion, the move to Paris comes after successful outings across Istanbul, London, Dubai and Riyadh. In recent years, modest fashion has steadily moved from the margins to the…
Residents in some parts of the UAE witnessed moderate to heavy showers on Thursday, April 9, after a day dominated by dusty and gloomy conditions. The showers come after an earlier forecast predicted scattered rains over some areas, with the development of convective clouds. The National Centre of Meteorology issued yellow alerts in some areas of the UAE, warning residents to be on the lookout in case of outdoor activities from 1.05pm until 11pm today. Residents in Dubai’s Al Quoz area and Sharjah’s Muweilah reported showers. Storm Centre also shared visuals from rains across the UAE. One video shows a…
ABU DHABI, 9th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) announced an increase in money supply aggregate M1 by 1.7 percent, from AED1,081.3 billion at the end of January 2026 to AED1,099.8 billion at the end of February 2026. The increase was supported by an increase in currency in circulation outside banks by 1.4 percent and in monetary deposits by 1.8 percent. The money supply aggregate M2 increased by 2.4 percent in February 2026, rising from AED2,789.8 billion at the end of January to AED2,856.8 billion at the end of February 2026. This growth was mainly…
ABU DHABI, 9th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) today convened the “Industrial Resilience and Supply Chain Continuity Forum” in Abu Dhabi with high-level participation from ministries, relevant authorities, leaders, experts, and CEOs from the industrial sector, in the lead up to the fifth edition of Make it in the Emirates (MIITE). MIITE is the UAE’s flagship industrial platform, taking place 4-7 May 2026 at the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The event is hosted by the MoIAT and organised by the ADNEC Group in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, the Abu Dhabi Investment…
ABU DHABI, 8th April, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the Mother of the Nation, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF), the Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy, in cooperation with Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Abu Dhabi Chess Club & Mind Games has announced the organisation of the Fatima Bint Mubarak Academy International Blitz Chess Tournament for Ladies – 8th Edition on 25 April 2026 at the Academy’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi. Held also…
The Dubai World Cup is far more than a race day. It is one of the most iconic moments in Dubai’s social calendar where sport, fashion and culture meet in spectacular style. Over the years, it has also become deeply intertwined with my own journey as a milliner living and working in the UAE, and a week that continues to inspire me year after year. When I first established my millinery brand in Dubai, I could never have imagined how much this city would influence and shape my creative path. Dubai celebrates ambition, elegance and individuality, and over time, I…
An Abu Dhabi authority has launched 11 guidelines for handling hazardous materials across the emirate, which are in line with global standards for such management. The guidelines cover all stages of hazardous materials handling within Abu Dhabi, including import, export, transport, storage, manufacturing, packaging, commercial trading, processing, recycling, and final disposal. They also address hazardous materials classification, labelling, and safety data sheets, with clear definitions of roles, responsibilities, and regulatory requirements for each stage. These have been established by the Abu Dhabi Hazardous Materials Management Centre in coordination with the Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council. The guidelines aim to raise…
DUBAI, 9th April, 2026 (WAM) — Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, has directed maximising the use of dam water and developing practical solutions to reduce losses from stored rainwater, to enhance the efficiency of water resource management and support the objectives of the UAE Water Security Strategy 2036. This came during an inspection tour of several dams in the Eastern Region, where the Minister reviewed their readiness, operational efficiency, and performance during the recent weather event, which brought heavy rainfall across various parts of the country. During the visit, Al Mazrouei and senior officials from the…