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ABU DHABI, 19th September, 2026 (WAM) — Baniyas Jiu-Jitsu Club maintained its lead on Day 2 of Round 7 of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship at Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi on Saturday. Al Jazira Jiu-Jitsu Club finished the day in second place, with M.O.D UAE third. The second day featured the Kids categories, with boys and girls from clubs and academies across the UAE taking to the mat. A strong turnout of families and spectators added to the atmosphere, with parents supporting the young athletes from the stands. The young competitors produced a series of closely…
The UAE Lottery announced the results of its Lucky Day draw number 260919 as players took part in the game’s twice-weekly schedule. Here are today’s Lucky Day numbers and the Lucky Month number: Days: 25, 26, 30, 24, 3 and 18 Lucky Month: 12 No winner was recorded for the Dh30 million jackpot or the Dh5 million second prize. Three people took home Dh100,000 after they managed to match five numbers. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Three players also won Dh50,000 each under the Lucky Chance feature. Their winning IDs were: CX7431348…
DUBAI, 19th September, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikha Dr. Alia Humaid Al Qassimi, President of the Emirates Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Chair of its First Annual Conference, inaugurated the conference today at the InterContinental Dubai Festival City in the presence of Sheikh Saud bin Suhail Al Maktoum, a large number of presidents of medical societies operating under the umbrella of the Emirates Medical Association, and a distinguished gathering of specialist physicians, consultants, and healthcare professionals from the UAE and abroad. The conference, which runs until 20 September, aims to facilitate the exchange of expertise and discuss the latest scientific…
DUBAI, 19th September, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Rare Disease Society announced that the Society has successfully won the bid to host the International MPS Network (IMPSN) Conference in 2028. ”The UAE will become the first country in the Middle East and North Africa to host this distinguished event – a historic milestone that reflects the nation’s growing leadership in rare disease care, scientific research and international collaboration,” Dr. Noha Al Zaabi, President of the 4th International UAE Rare Disease Society Congress, Consultant in Genetic and Metabolic Disorders, and Board Member of the UAE Rare Disease Society, said at the…
NAGOYA, Japan, 19th September, 2026 (WAM) — Dr Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports, Vice President of the UAE Olympic Committee and Chairman of the Executive Office, attended the opening ceremony of the 20th Asian Games – Aichi–Nagoya 2026, hosted by Aichi Prefecture and the city of Nagoya in Japan. The Games will run until 4 October, bringing together more than 11,000 athletes, around 6,000 coaches and officials, and representatives from 45 countries for over 16 days of competition. The opening ceremony was also attended by Shihab Ahmed Mohamed Abdulrahim AlFaheem, UAE Ambassador to Japan; Ghanem Mubarak Al Hajeri,…
On Sunday, September 20, UAE residents can expect fair weather conditions with partly cloudy skies at times in eastern areas, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Humidity is expected to increase overnight and continue into Monday morning across some coastal and internal areas. There is a chance of fog or mist formation, particularly in western parts of the country, which could affect visibility during the early hours. Motorists travelling late at night or early morning should take extra care in areas affected by fog or mist and allow for reduced visibility on the roads. Stay up to date…
SHARJAH, 19th September, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), today (Saturday) opened the fifth edition of the Sharjah Booksellers Conference, organised by SBA in Expo Centre Sharjah, bringing together 912 booksellers, publishers, distributors and representatives of e-commerce platforms from 99 countries. The opening ceremony was attended by Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, CEO of SBA, and board members of SBA, alongside officials and representatives of cultural institutions, publishing houses and bookstores from the UAE and around the world. Over two days, the conference is addressing practical challenges involved in getting…
ABU DHABI, 19th September, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team, on Friday, has departed for Japan ahead of the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, where the jiu-jitsu competition will take place from October 1–3 and feature some of Asia’s leading athletes. The squad includes 16 athletes, comprising 10 men and six women, who will represent the UAE across all weight divisions. The men’s squad includes Omar Al Suwaidi and Khaled Al Shehhi at 62kg, Ahmed Andeez and Omar Alfadhli at 69kg, Mahdi Al Awlaqi and Fahad Al Hammadi at 77kg, Saeed Alkubaisi and Faraj Al Awlaqi at 85kg,…
ABU DHABI, 19th September, 2026 (WAM) — The 35th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF 2026) featured a performance titled ‘Bayt Al Hikayat’ (House of Stories), presented by eight People of Determination students from the Art for All Centre – Falaj, part of Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services. The performance was held as part of the ‘Arabic Through People of Determination Eyes’ initiative, launched by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) in collaboration with Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services. The initiative reflects the ALC’s vision and aligns with the Emirate of Abu Dhabi’s efforts to promote the inclusion of…
Dubai’s Global Village is all set to open its doors on October 14 to welcome visitors for Season 31. While it is an exciting time for UAE residents and tourists who look forward to spending time enjoying the various pavilions and the attractions at the popular destination, it is also important to not fall for fake offers and frauds trying to cash in on the hype. Dubai Police have warned the public against fake websites and social media accounts promoting fraudulent packages for the new season of Global Village, as scammers attempt to exploit demand for Season 31 offers to…