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Wild Wadi Waterpark, one of Dubai’s most recognisable attractions, is set to reopen its doors on Sunday, November 1. Tickets start from Dh149, with guests getting a chance to experience 30 rides and attractions in the waterpark. From the popular Jumeirah Sceirah to Tantrum Alley, there is something for all those who enjoy an adrenaline rush. Or visitors can take a beat in the Wave Pool. Live music and entertainment will also be available for visitors to kick back and relax.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Part of Truly Amazing, Dubai Holding Entertainment’s first…

ABU DHABI, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (ADQCC), represented by the Standards Technical Committee for Abu Dhabi Technical Standards, has adopted a guideline to standardise safe fumigation practices for stored food products, such as wheat, grains and flour, from pests and damage, to protect workers, enhance food safety and reduce health and environmental risks. The guidelines establish a unified framework for fumigating stored food products, outlining the roles, responsibilities and technical requirements of relevant entities and facilities to improve operational efficiency and compliance with safety standards. They also include requirements for safety, training,…

A round of golf, a shot at a football simulator, cricket with friends or sunrise yoga beneath one of Dubai’s best-known buildings: this year’s Dubai Fitness Challenge is asking residents to find their 30 minutes of activity in more ways. The 10th edition of the month-long challenge runs from October 31 to November 29. As usual, the idea is simple: do 30 minutes of physical activity every day for 30 days. But this year’s programme brings a few new reasons for residents to step away from their usual walk, gym session or run. At the DP World 30×30 Fitness Village…

DUBAI, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chambers has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with DHL Express, the world’s leading international express services provider, to support the expansion of local companies into global markets and enhance their international competitiveness. The MoU aims to enhance local companies’ access to global markets and support the expansion of their export activities by providing logistics and commercial solutions that meet their needs, together with preferential shipping rates and services that facilitate their business operations. Under the MoU, DHL Express will provide Dubai Chamber of Commerce members with preferential shipping rates and customised commercial…

The lessons that shape leadership don’t always come from the boardroom. Some come from losing a parent, raising children as a single parent, or making split-second decisions at a patient’s bedside. For four women leading prominent organisations, these experiences have influenced not just how they reached the top, but how they choose to lead. Speaking at the inaugural Khaleej Times Women’s Power Summit in Dubai on Wednesday, the leaders shared candid insights into their journeys during a panel discussion titled How Today’s Women Leaders Are Building Tomorrow’s Legacy, moderated by Ted Kemp, Chief Content Officer at Khaleej Times. The summit…

• The new annual national occasion will be observed on 7 January, celebrating the life and legacy of Sheikh Zayed and inspiring people to put his values into action • Inaugural Zayed the Founder Day will take place on 7 January 2027, establishing a national moment to deepen understanding of Sheikh Zayed’s life, leadership, and values and extend their influence throughout the year ABU DHABI, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has announced the establishment of Zayed the Founder Day, a new annual national occasion dedicated to celebrating the life, legacy,…

ABU DHABI, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S), a global platform from Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar), is marking 10 years since its launch, empowering young people to become global leaders in sustainability. As it marks this milestone, Y4S has opened applications for its 2027 programmes, continuing its efforts to empower young people to develop their skills, build networks and gain practical experience, strengthening their role in advancing sustainable development…

DUBAI, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dragon Oil, owned by Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC), has announced that it is funding the largest 3D seismic survey project in the Gulf of Suez, Egypt, covering an area of 1,035 square kilometres, to support opportunities for discoveries and increased oil production across the Gulf of Suez Petroleum Company’s (GUPCO) operating areas. GUPCO, the operating arm of the partnership between Dragon Oil and the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation (EGPC), signed a contract with global technology company SLB to conduct the survey using Ocean Bottom Node (OBN) technology. The signing was witnessed by Eng.…

ABU DHABI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has announced plans to open the Ramhan Island bridge network in the second quarter of 2027, as part of a major strategic project involving the construction of a seven-bridge development connecting Ramhan and Jubail Islands to Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed highway (E12). The project is part of DMT’s efforts to enhance mobility links in line with urban and economic development across Abu Dhabi. Upon completion, the development will cover more than 166,000 square metres, at an estimated cost of AED 872 million. It also includes three…

SHARJAH, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — Halima Humaid Al Owais, Chairperson of the Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC), will preside over the council’s second session on Thursday, when members take up a draft law on lost and abandoned property in the emirate. It is the second sitting of the fourth regular session of the 11th legislative term. Members will first ratify the minutes of the opening session. They will then turn to the draft law governing the handling of lost and abandoned property in Sharjah. Source: Emirates News Agency