Commuters travelling through Dubai’s City Walk and Al Safa areas are advised to plan their journeys carefully, as traffic diversions have come into effect on Al Safa Street. In a recent video released by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority, RTA has officially commenced work on the Al Safa Street Development Project, introducing key traffic diversions designed to maintain smooth traffic flow during construction. Under the current phase, traffic on Al Safa Street is being diverted in both directions onto newly constructed alternative routes running parallel to the development zone. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on…
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JEDDAH — Moderate to heavy thunderstorms that could lead to flash floods are forecast across parts of Jazan, Asir and Al-Baha, as well as the highlands of the Makkah and Madinah on Sunday, according to the National Center for Meteorology (NCM). The thunderstorms are expected to be accompanied by hail and active winds stirring up dust and sand, while fog may also form over parts of the highlands in those regions as well as over parts of Najran and the southern parts of the Eastern Province. Meawhile, moderate to heavy thunderstorms, active winds and blowing dust are forecast in Makkah…
KATHMANDU, 13th September, 2026 (WAM) — Nepal estimates that reconstruction following deadly floods triggered by glacial and mountain collapses last month will cost US$4.78 billion, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Lok Bahadur Chhetri, spokesperson for Nepal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said approximately US$57.67 million would be needed for short-term recovery and reconstruction over the next six months, while long-term reconstruction would require around US$4.71 billion. The tsunami-like surge of water, mud and debris, which began near the China-Nepal border on 26th August, killed more than 1,400 people and left around 5,600 missing. “The total estimated requirement for reconstruction…
Question: I own a villa in Dubai that I rented out several years ago to an expat family. I now want to move into the property myself and use it as my primary residence. What is the exact legal process I need to follow to ask the tenants to vacate? How much notice am I required to give, and does the notice have to be served in a specific way? Are there any restrictions on what I can do with the property after the tenants leave? Answer: Pursuant to your queries, as you own a villa in the emirate of…
Kaspersky warns that fraudsters are exploiting the so-called ‘parked domains’ to harvest sensitive private data from unsuspecting users. These deceptive sites often masquerade as error pages or ad-filled placeholders, exposing users to privacy breaches and potential identity theft every day. A parked domain is originally a registered web address that does not yet host a fully developed website. At first glance, these pages appear harmless, often displaying a blank screen, a “Coming Soon” placeholder, or a “Domain for Sale” notice. However, beneath the surface, these pages can execute aggressive hidden scripts. Simply visiting one of these sites can lead to…
ABU DHABI, 13th September, 2026 (WAM) — Sport in the UAE has evolved beyond competitions and tournaments into an integrated industry and a driver of economic growth and tourism, with Abu Dhabi and Dubai developing a distinctive sporting identity that combines heritage, international events and emerging technology. Abu Dhabi has established a diverse sporting landscape encompassing jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, kickboxing, mixed martial arts, motorsport, cycling, triathlon, marine sports, 3×3 basketball and mind sports. Its international calendar includes the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship, the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, UFC events and the UAE Tour, alongside…
The UAE expressed its solidarity with the Democratic Republic of the Congo following a fire at two schools in the city of Bukavu, which resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims and to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and its people over this tragedy, as well as its wishes for a speedy recovery for all the injured. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Reuters reported that the death toll rose to 29…
As children across the UAE settle into a new school year, parents are ticking off the familiar back-to-school checklist — uniforms, books, transport and stationery. But doctors say one important check can easily be overlooked, a child’s vision. With Dubai’s 2026-27 school year beginning in the first week of September, this is often a busy period for vision screening. A Dubai paediatric clinic’s 2026 back-to-school vision guide, published last month, has highlighted headaches, eye strain and difficulty concentrating among signs that could warrant attention. According to an article published on the Doctors Clinic Diagnostic Center (DCDC) website, undetected vision problems…
Dell Technologies recently announced the new Dell 14S, a lightweight everyday Windows laptop designed for students and young adults who prioritise long battery life, portability, design and value. With a modern aluminium chassis, four expressive colour options and up to 21 hours of battery life, the Dell 14S brings features typically associated with premium laptops to a broader segment of the market. It complements the XPS 13, giving Dell customers a choice between an everyday laptop and Dell’s premium ultraportable experience. Why it matters Students and young adults have typically had to choose between a laptop that looks great, lasts…
The UAE has called on the UN Security Council to expand its arms embargo across Sudan, saying stronger international action is needed to stem weapons flows and help bring the conflict to an end. The call came after the UN Security Council agreed to extend its Sudan sanctions regime for one month, keeping the existing arms embargo on Sudan’s Darfur region in place while giving members more time to negotiate possible changes to the measures. The extension runs until October 9. “The Council must use this time to reach agreement on meaningful measures that respond to the realities of the…