Author: Editorial Team
ABU DHABI, 11th October, 2026 (WAM) — Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), welcomed the European Parliament’s resolution calling for a unified European strategy to counter terrorist Muslim Brotherhood networks and their associated activities. He emphasised that the resolution represents an important step toward strengthening international efforts to combat extremism and terrorism and counter the threats these networks pose to the security and stability of communities. He underlined that countering the terrorist Muslim Brotherhood requires sustained, coordinated international action focused on strengthening cooperation, sharing information, cutting off sources of funding, and combating activities that contribute to the…
SINGAPORE, 11th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade, met with Gan Kim Yong, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Energy, Trade and Industry of the Republic of Singapore, and Dr. Tan See Leng, Minister for Energy, Trade and Industry, to discuss ways to deepen trade and investment cooperation, expand partnership opportunities, and capitalise on emerging economic prospects between the two nations. The meeting, held in the presence of Dr. Abdulnasser Jamal Al Shaali, UAE Ambassador to the Republic of Singapore, addressed a range of topics of mutual interest, with a particular…
SHARJAH, 11th October, 2026 (WAM) — Under the theme “Building Adaptive Economies,” the ninth Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2026) will host a series of specialised workshops within its programme of more than 140 activities, exploring how skills and institutional expertise can strengthen business competitiveness and turn investment opportunities into ventures capable of scaling from Sharjah into global markets. Held on 14 and 15 October at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre in Sharjah, the workshops will bring together entrepreneurs and experts from across sectors to explore AI’s role in building resilient supply chains, simplifying tax compliance and shaping smart cities,…
DUBAI, 11th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Arabian Horse Stud’s auction, held in the stud’s indoor arena, achieved record sales of AED 17.361 million, attracting wide participation from owners and breeders of purebred Arabian horses from the UAE, the Gulf countries, the Middle East, and Europe. In a statement issued today, the stud said the auction was conducted on-site by Emirates Auction and online through the Kaheelah Auction platform. It featured 55 horses bred by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud, in addition to two exclusive breedings to Fa El Rasheem and D Seraj. Mare D Eshrah topped the sales list,…
US President Donald Trump said in a brief statement Sunday that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to halt strikes on each other’s energy infrastructure, prompting surprise from Ukraine’s leader, who said the announcement was “news for me”. There was no immediate comment from Russia on Trump’s claim. Russia has launched waves of attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure since invading in February 2022, knocking out power and heating to millions during freezing temperatures, while Ukraine has systematically struck Russian oil refineries that it says fund the war. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Ukraine’s…
DUBAI, 11th October, 2026 (WAM) — Government leaders, global institutional investors, sovereign funds and major developers will converge in Dubai this week to explore where capital is moving and where the biggest opportunities lie as geopolitical uncertainty and changing trade flows recalibrate investment priorities across markets, infrastructure, cities, real estate and the experience economy. The inaugural RISE Summit 2026 on 14 October at Dubai World Trade Centre will gather more than 250 senior delegates to explore how capital can recharge momentum in global economies, connecting investment strategy with the sectors shaping the next phase of economic and urban growth. The…
DUBAI, 11th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Artificial Intelligence Journalism for Research and Forecasting (AIJRF), in collaboration with the University of Dubai, has announced the launch of the 6th Artificial Intelligence Journalism World Forum (AIJWF 2026), to be held on November 25–26, 2026, at the University of Dubai. The sixth edition will be held under the main theme: “Agentic AI and Digital Content Flow: Powering the Global Digital Economy and Governing AI-Driven Content”. The Forum will also mark six years of international impact under the slogan: “Six Years of Impact: Building the Global Ecosystem of Agentic AI and Content Creation.”…
ABU DHABI, 11th October, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Banks Federation (UBF), the sole representative and unified voice of banks in the UAE, affirmed that the selection of UBF’s representative to the Supervisory Board of the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (Swift), reflects global confidence in the UAE’s position and the advancement of its payments ecosystem, as well as its role in strengthening governance frameworks at the local, regional and global levels. Swift announced the formation of a new 15-member Supervisory Board following the evolution of its governance model, which aims to shape the next phase of its strategy…
ABU DHABI, 11th October, 2026 (WAM) — Two UAE humanitarian aid convoys, comprising 20 trucks carrying 259 tonnes of food supplies, entered the Gaza Strip this week as part of ”Operation Chivalrous Knight 3”, within the framework of the UAE’s ongoing efforts to support the Palestinian people and meet their basic needs. This assistance helps meet the food needs of the Palestinian people, supports the humanitarian response, and alleviates their suffering in the Gaza Strip. With these deliveries, the total number of trucks that have entered the Gaza Strip under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 since its launch has reached 14,519…
The weather in the UAE will be fair to partly cloudy on October 12, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). There is a chance of convective clouds forming towards eastern and internal areas by afternoon. These are typically associated with rainfall. According to the NCM, there is chance of rain hitting Al Ain, Dubai and Sharjah, along with some internal areas. It will be humid by night and Tuesday morning over some western areas with a chance of fog or mist. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Light to moderate southwesterly…