Author: Editorial Team

Dubai has begun testing a new transport system featuring driverless electric pods that can carry up to six passengers, travel at speeds of up to 50km/h and operate on dedicated routes away from regular traffic. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) launched a four-week trial of the Dubai Glydways automated transit system at Bluewaters on Sunday, October 11. The artificial intelligence-powered vehicles are designed to offer direct, on-demand journeys, allowing passengers to travel from one point to another without having to follow fixed departure schedules. Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of RTA,…

Question: I live in a Dubai freehold apartment which I own, with my three children. Recently, my daughter was sitting just outside my door, drawing with some friends. They were not being loud or causing any disturbance. I was therefore surprised when, the following day, the building management sent me an email with a photo of the children and warned that I could be fined Dh1,000. They did not contact me beforehand to discuss the matter or hear my side. Is a building management company permitted to impose such a fine? If the fine is imposed, what is the process…

DUBAI, 9th October, 2026 (WAM) — Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), has affirmed that the UAE has become one of the world’s leading destinations for motorsport, while the Middle East continues to strengthen its position on the global motorsport map. Hosting Grand Prix races in Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Qatar has helped broaden the sport’s fan base, particularly among young people and women, in line with the FIA’s strategy to expand participation and make motorsport more accessible to all. In an interview with the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Ben Sulayem said the…

The weather across the UAE on Sunday, October 11, is expected to be fair to partly cloudy, with clouds developing over eastern and southern areas. These may become convective by afternoon, bringing a chance of rain, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Temperatures are expected to reach 41°C in Abu Dhabi, 40°C in Dubai, 39°C in Sharjah and 29°C in the three other emirates. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Conditions are likely to get humid by night and Monday morning over some coastal and internal areas with a chance of…

ABU DHABI, 10th October, 2026 (WAM) — The National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) has launched an awareness campaign to mark World Mental Health Day, observed annually on 10th October. Held under the slogan “Mental Health: The Foundation for Recovery,” the campaign aims to address misconceptions about mental health, reduce the stigma associated with seeking psychological support and encourage timely access to help. It highlights the role of mental well-being in reducing addiction risk factors and supporting treatment and recovery, while encouraging individuals and families to recognise when professional help is needed and access appropriate services The campaign also emphasises the role…

ABU DHABI, 11th October, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Chess Club has announced the signing of a cooperation agreement with the Education Commission of the European Chess Union to exchange expertise and technical personnel, and organise tournaments and training camps for chess teachers and coaches in schools. The agreement was signed at the club’s HQ by Hussein Abdullah Al Khoury, Chairman of the Board of Directors, and Jesper Hall, Chairman of the European Chess Union’s School Education Commission. Al Khoury described the agreement as a strategic milestone for promoting chess in schools, strengthening the efforts of the club’s academy, training…

ABU DHABI, 10th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Al Ghadeer Emirati Crafts Project, affiliated with the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), has signed a cooperation agreement with Al Foah Dates, a subsidiary of Agthia Group, to support local products and empower Emirati women artisans. The agreement was signed during World Food Week at ADNEC Abu Dhabi, in the presence of Ahmed Sari Al Mazrouei, Secretary-General of the ERC, and Salmeen Al Ameri, Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer of Agthia Group, alongside representatives from both organisations. The partnership aims to support Emirati women artisans in food production, expand market access…

Twenty-two crew members of an oil tanker were rescued after a fire broke out aboard the vessel in the Arabian Gulf, the UAE National Guard said on Saturday, October 10. A Coast Guard team from the National Guard launched a rescue operation after receiving a report from the tanker’s crew about the fire. The team located the vessel, reached it and rescued all 22 crew members, who are of Asian nationality. The rescued crew members received first aid before being handed over to the relevant authorities. “All of [them] are in stable medical condition,” said the UAE National Guard. Stay…

ABU DHABI, 10th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Coast Guard Division of the UAE National Guard Command has rescued 22 Asian nationals after a fire broke out aboard an oil tanker in the Arabian Gulf. The rescue operation followed a report from the tanker’s crew about a fire on board. The Coast Guard Division immediately activated its response procedures, located the tanker and reached the vessel, rescuing all 22 crew members. The rescued individuals received the necessary first aid before being handed over to the relevant authorities. All were reported to be in stable health. The operation underscores the high…

DUBAI, 10th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment (MBRHE) is marking World Habitat Day with an interactive stand at Dubai Festival City Mall. The initiative showcases MBRHE’s services, initiatives and housing solutions while strengthening direct engagement with the community. MBRHE invites visitors to explore its range of services and latest housing solutions, speak directly with specialists and receive information to help them understand the available services and how to access them. The Establishment emphasised that the occasion highlights the importance of housing in supporting family stability and enhancing quality of life. It also reaffirms MBRHE’s commitment…