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Dubai’s leading cultural hub, Alserkal Avenue, has announced an open call for Blank Space — a new initiative designed to uplift creative practitioners and collectives across the UAE. The programme will provide up to three collectives with temporary working space, resources and promotional support at Alserkal Avenue, enabling them to experiment, collaborate and engage with the wider community. Launched during a period of global uncertainty, Blank Space offers artists, designers and musicians access to a four-week residency in one of Alserkal’s warehouses, free of charge. Each selected group will have access to utilities, materials and communications support to help bring…

RAS AL KHAIMAH, 6th April, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah, affirmed that the emirate is moving forward in strengthening its position as a leading global destination for investment, tourism, and quality living, through the adoption of strategic development projects that meet the highest standards of quality and sustainability. This came during his meeting with Abdulaziz Abdullah Al Zaabi, Chairman of RAK Properties, who briefed Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud on the progress of a number of key projects being implemented by the company in the Mina Al Arab…

RAS AL KHAIMAH, 2nd April, 2026 (WAM) — The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) has expanded its global academic network through a series of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed recently with leading universities from the United Kingdom, Canada and the United States, reinforcing its commitment to delivering globally connected, student-centred education. These partnerships form a key pillar of AURAK’s strategic vision to position itself as the North Star University of the Northern Emirates, aligned with the UAE Education Strategy 2030 and the emirate’s growing status as a hub for tourism, investment and innovation. Prof. Bassam Alameddine, President of…

A restaurant in Abu Dhabi has been shut down for posing serious risk to public health, the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) announced on Monday, April 6. Lailak Fish Monger has been closed after it was found it repeatedly violated food safety measures and failed to implement effective corrective measures. The eatery is located in the Capital’s Mohammed Bin Zayed City area (East 11). Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Three days ago, another eatery —  Amina Restaurant on Zayed the First Street — was closed after inspection reports highlighted…

Days after its debut in Dubai drew crowds stretching up to 500 metres, Primark is already gearing up for its next move in the UAE. The Ireland-headquartered retailer, known globally for its affordable fashion, officially opened its first store at Dubai Mall on Thursday, March 26, marking its long-awaited entry into the region. Now, a second store is on the way. Where is the second store opening? Primark will open its second UAE location at City Centre Mirdif on April 9 at 10 am, according to the brand’s official Instagram page. This will be followed by a third store at…

ABU DHABI, 6th April, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) has announced that it mobilised and facilitated AED 20.3 billion in sustainable finance by the end of 2025, marking a strong year of execution and reinforcing its commitment to deploy AED 60 billion in sustainable finance by 2030. This performance underscores ADIB’s role as a trusted sustainable finance partner, supporting governments, financial institutions and corporates in advancing climate action, enabling the energy transition, and delivering meaningful environmental and social impact across the UAE and the wider region. ADIB played a key role in structuring and participating in a…

WASHINGTON, 7th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Orion spacecraft has established a new record for the furthest distance travelled by a crewed vehicle in human history during its Artemis II mission, NASA has announced. In a live broadcast, the space agency confirmed that the vessel reached its closest approach to the Moon, marking a pivotal milestone in lunar exploration after a five-decade hiatus in human presence. Launched last Wednesday with four astronauts on board, the mission marks the realisation of a strategic objective pursued by the United States and the international community for 53 years. Artemis II represents the first…

Sheikh Dr Sultan Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah, has announced a series of new infrastructure projects for the cities of Kalba and Khor Fakkan. The announcements were made during the ‘Direct Line’ programme, and include a unique rose water fountain roundabout, a grand clock tower, and an innovative tree-planting initiative designed to naturally cool the city’s atmosphere. A fragrant welcome to Kalba Work is currently underway to construct a spectacular new roundabout that will welcome visitors arriving in the city of Kalba from the west. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels The centerpiece…

When Cherry, a tiny rescue dog in a wheelchair, rolled down the runway at Dubai’s Eventchic Ballroom, there was hardly a dry eye in the room. For the 500+ people gathered there, it became a collective moment of hope and compassion, as rescue dogs took centre stage at a first-of-its-kind adoption runway show, earning both applause and the promise of forever homes. The event, which took place on March 29, was the brainchild of Archana Nadkarni, the Indian founder of Flooff.me, a Dubai-based pet care platform. “I wanted to give rescue dogs their own moment,” she tells Khaleej Times. “Each…

SHARJAH, 6th April, 2026 (WAM) — Arada has launched sales at Layan, the fifth phase of its landmark Masaar 3 forest community in Sharjah. The UAE-headquartered master developer has commenced off-plan sales for 437 new villas and townhouses, with more than two thirds of units comprising three- and four-bedroom family homes. Masaar 3 has established itself as one of the UAE’s fastest-selling suburban developments, with the first two phases launched in September 2025 selling out within mere hours of their release. Construction contracts for the first six phases of Masaar 3, including Layan, will be awarded within the next three…