HAINAN, 8th April, 2026 (WAM) — China launched a Long March-8 carrier rocket on Tuesday in the southern island province of Hainan, sending 18 internet satellites into space. The rocket blasted off at 9:32 pm (Beijing Time) from the Hainan commercial spacecraft launch site. It successfully placed the payloads, the 7th batch of networking satellites for the Qianfan Constellation, into preset orbit. Source: Emirates News Agency
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A restaurant in Dubai is offering up to 75 per cent off, but the deal depends less on what you order and more on who you walk in with. Anna’s by Jimmydixs, located at Barcelo Hotel in Al Jadaf, has rolled out a weekday promotion that ties discounts to your company. Come with family and you get 50 per cent off. Arrive with your wife, it rises to 55 per cent. A girlfriend takes it to 60, and bringing more than two pushes it to 65. The promotion runs from Sunday to Thursday, between 6pm and 1.30am, and includes complimentary…
After weeks of heavy downpours, earlier in the UAE, residents can expect more showers in the coming days — this time arriving in intermittent spells across different parts of the country at varying times. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast rainfall starting Thursday, with conditions expected to remain unstable through to Monday. The forecast comes after late March saw what many described as “unprecedented” rainfall, causing flooding in low-lying areas and disrupting daily life across few emirates. Clouds are set to move in from the west at intervals, bringing light to moderate rain across scattered areas, with occasional…
ABU DHABI, 3rd April, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Chess Club & Mind Games will host the UAE Rapid Chess Championship for youth, men, and women from April 11 to 12. In an official statement, the club confirmed that over 150 players representing 18 clubs will participate. The event begins on April 11 with the under-16 youth competitions for both males and females. The tournament will also serve as a platform to identify top talent in the under-10, under-12, and under-14 age categories. The following day will feature the rapid chess competitions for the men’s and women’s divisions. The…
Some businesses in Dubai are seeing drops in trade licence renewal costs, with savings reaching up to 50 per cent in some cases, Khaleej Times has learnt. The lower costs are also prompting many firms to renew their licences a few months in advance. Industry operators said that the trend has picked up pace in recent days. “We are seeing more businesses coming in early to renew their licences,” Mohammed Dawood Shahabudeen from Seven City Document Clearing said. “Even companies whose licences are due to expire in the next four to six months are choosing to renew now.” The licence…
Dubai’s hospitality scene has entered its “workation” era and we’re so here for it. Who doesn’t want an “office” that comes with pool access, spa discounts and a skyline or sea view? Recently, hotels across the UAE have started actively promoting irresistible offers for remote workers and hybrid employees with packages that blur the lines between work and holiday. So, here are some of the best work-from-hotel offers to check out right now: Fairmont The Palm For those who can’t quite switch off but are done with working from the dining table, the Fairmont Workation offers a considered middle ground.…
As recent studies suggest, rolling out a yoga mat may just be the closest thing to a “sleep exercise prescription” right now. But in Dubai, experts say what really matters is how yoga trains the nervous system to feel safe enough to rest, rather than offering any one “magic” asana (pose). What science says A meta‑analysis of 30 randomised trials compared different kinds of workouts for people with sleep problems, from walking and resistance training to tai chi and mixed aerobic programmes. When researchers at Harbin Sport University crunched the data from more than 2,500 participants, one approach consistently rose…
The Al Mamzar Corniche development project is now 88 per cent complete and progressing in line with its delivery timelines. The milestone was confirmed during a field visit by Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality, who inspected construction progress, supply chains, and operational readiness of the project. He said that the project represents a “significant step” in redefining public beach development. “It introduces a new generation of integrated coastal destinations that combine architectural excellence, environmental preservation, and climate adaptability, while delivering sustainable social and economic value,” he said. “This reinforces Dubai’s leadership as a global tourism destination…
SHARJAH, 7th April, 2026 (WAM) — BASE39, the creative industry hub set up by the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK), hosted the first edition of its Creative Industry Gathering, attracting a distinguished audience of creative professionals, industry leaders, media representatives, specialists, and members of the wider community. Held at BASE39 in Sharjah, the event created a dynamic and engaging environment that enabled participants to connect, exchange ideas, and explore opportunities for collaboration. The gathering featured an open-floor dialogue, live artistic performances, and an interactive workshop, in addition to guided tours of the BASE39 facilities, where attendees were introduced…
A restaurant in the Capital, Abu Dhabi, has been shut down due to food safety violations, the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) announced on Tueday, April 7. Al Domyati Snacks- L.L.C – O.P.C – branch has been closed after it was found it repeatedly violated Law No. (2) of 2008 on food safety in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and its associated regulations. The Abu Dhabi authority further clarified that the restaurant’s pranctices pose a serious risk to public health. The eatery has also failed to implement effective corrective measures, necessitating an immediate intervention to safeguard food…