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1 week since Nepal floods: PM demands global action as death toll rises over 900
Prime Minister Balendra Shah said the recent flood in Nepal’s Bhote Koshi River was caused by an avalanche of snow and ice linked to climate change, and called for international action. The disaster, which has killed over 900 people, is described as one of the region’s biggest floods. Shah’s appeal underscores the urgency of addressing climate‑related hazards.
The event shows how climate‑driven extreme weather can cause massive loss of life, prompting calls for coordinated global mitigation and adaptation measures.
Toyota Building demolition: 7 landmarks built before 1985 that shaped Sheikh Zayed Road
Drive along Sheikh Zayed Road today and you will see Skyscrappers on both sides. Hotels, offices and homes line the road, which is now one of Dubai’s best-known areas. Go back 40 to 50 years, and it looked very different.There was open land on both sides and only a few buildings. Some of those buildings are still standing. Others have been demolished and can now be seen only in old photos.Khaleej Times looks back at some of the buildings that stood along Sheikh Zayed Road before 1985.Stay up to...
Starlink in UAE: What to know about the new internet option alongside du and e&
Starlink, an internet service developed by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, will start operating in the UAE after the country’s telecoms authority granted it a 10-year licence.The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) granted Starlink a 10-year General Satellite Services Licence, allowing the company to establish, operate and manage a public satellite telecommunications network and provide satellite broadband internet services in the UAE.Stay up to date with the latest news. F...
Crackdown on illegal sharing: Dubai housing law allows surprise, routine inspections
Complaints from neighbours or residents about suspected overcrowding or unauthorised partitions can prompt an investigation under Dubai’s new shared housing law, with authorities also empowered to carry out surprise inspection campaigns.Residents, owners and operators are required to allow authorised inspectors access to shared housing units when they are carrying out their duties, and police assistance can be sought where necessary. At the same time, the law requires the inspection procedures t...
Back to school in UAE: New campuses welcome students for 2026-27 academic year
For thousands of UAE families on August 31 marked more than just the start of a new academic year. For some children, it was their first-ever day at school; for others, it meant stepping into a new campus, meeting new teachers or beginning a final stretch before university.The 2026-27 academic year is also bringing new schools into the UAE’s education landscape, with campuses welcoming their first cohorts of students while established schools report strong demand and waiting lists in several yea...
Abu Dhabi rent rules could help tenants stay longer as landlords face limits on increases
Tenants in Abu Dhabi could have more reason to stay in their homes for longer as rent restrictions reduce landlords’ ability to raise prices between tenancies, according to Colliers.The consultancy said limiting rent increases between tenants reduces the incentive for landlords to replace existing residents with new tenants willing to pay higher rents.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.That could support higher tenant retention, lower mobility and greater certai...
Filipino expat wins Dh25,000 with Big Ticket number inspired by wife’s birthday, anniversary
Big Ticket’s third weekly E-draw for August has awarded four winners from Bangladesh, India and the Philippines, with each taking home Dh25,000.The latest winners join a growing list of participants who have walked away with cash prizes through Big Ticket’s weekly draws.From a first-time winner to long-time participants who have tried their luck for years, each winner had a unique journey to their unexpected cash prize.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Kamrul I...
Sharjah Police confirm deaths of two Kazakh sisters reported missing
Sharjah Police have confirmed that two Kazakh sisters, aged 20 and 22, were found dead in an apartment in the emirate after they had been reported missing. They had been in the country less than a year and were working here.Earlier, a poster had been circulating on WhatsApp claiming that the sisters were missing and that they had been in touch with a Russian-speaking Kazakh man who was providing them with accommodation. The poster said that both girls had deleted their social media accounts and...
Lionel Messi announces retirement from international football
Argentina legend Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international football on Monday.The 39-year-old announced his decision on social media, just over a month after Argentina lost to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final.Messi led Argentina to World Cup glory at Qatar 2022, ending the South American nation’s 36-year wait for the big trophy.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.“After this time that has passed since the final, thinking about it a lot, I want to...
UAE weather tomorrow: Rains likely; temperatures to dip in some areas
Rainfall is expected in parts of the UAE on Tuesday, September 1, as the National Centre of Meteorology reports fair to partly cloudy skies with convective clouds forming in the east. Temperatures will generally stay high, though western regions will see a slight drop, with some areas reaching up to 47°C. The forecast suggests a brief period of rain in the afternoon, especially over eastern zones.
Dubai Police step up school safety efforts as students return for new academic year
Dubai Police have stepped up their presence in schools as students return for the 2026-27 academic year, with a series of visits and awareness activities to promote safety, positive behaviour and stronger ties between young people and law enforcement.Organised by the General Department of Police Stations and the Hemaya Council, the programme brought police officers to government and private schools to welcome students back and deliver safety and awareness messages.Stay up to date with the latest...
Back to school in UAE: Campuses ease 1.27 million students into academic year 2026-27
Schools in the United Arab Emirates are welcoming 1.27 million pupils for the 2026‑27 academic year. Many institutions are staggering entry dates and shortening the first week, with classes starting between August 31 and September 3 to allow students and staff to settle. The opening day saw emotional farewells, reunions and new students and teachers getting acquainted.
First day of school in UAE: Staggered drop-offs, new lanes ease traffic for many
Several parents felt traffic was manageable on the first day back to school on Monday, largely due to staggered drop-off timings and school openings.Mirdif resident Tayyaba Anwar said she was surprised to get very minimal traffic during her school drop-off ride to Khawaneej. "Usually my route has a lot of traffic because it is a school area," she said. "But today I got almost no traffic. I believe it's because a lot of public schools have staggered drop-off times. I wish there was a way to make...
Can't wait for Taco Bell? 8 UAE spots for tacos, burritos and more
Taco Bell is officially making its UAE comeback, 14 years after the American fast-food chain left the country.Americana Restaurants announced on August 30 that it had signed an exclusive development agreement with Taco Bell UK and Europe Ltd to bring the brand back to the UAE, with plans to eventually expand across other GCC markets.There is still one important detail missing, though: exactly when UAE residents will be able to get their hands on a Crunchwrap again.Luckily, the country's Mexican...
Dh800,000 knife tells Al Ain’s 5,000-year story in steel, bronze and stone
A handcrafted knife, weighing tens of kilograms and costing over Dh800,000, was created for the 2026 Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition. The knife is designed to depict 5,000 years of Al Ain’s history, illustrating periods from the Stone Age through the Bronze and Iron Ages to the present. Its design incorporates archaeological motifs and references to the region’s ancient falaj irrigation system.
UAE intercepts drone from Iran, denies reports of attack on Dubai's Al Minhad Base
[Editor's Note: For the latest updates on US-Iran hostilities since a 14-point MoU expired on August 17, follow the Khaleej Times live blog.]The UAE on Monday denied "false media reports" of a missile attack on Al Minhad Air Base in Dubai. The country's defence ministry, however, confirmed that it responded to a drone, approaching from Iran, which was detected over UAE territorial waters. This comes after Iranian state TV cited the country's army earlier today as saying it had attacked the US ba...
Indian expats in UAE warned of visa scam using face, fingerprint scans to take loans
The Consulate General of India in Dubai has warned Indian nationals in the UAE against falling prey to unauthorised agents promising visa regularisation, emergency certificates, exit permits, Emirates IDs and jobs.In an advisory issued on August 31, the consulate said it had received information that several Indian nationals, particularly blue-collar workers, were being targeted by individuals falsely claiming to offer assistance with immigration and documentation services.The fraudsters alleged...
UAE holds Iran 'fully responsible' for attack over territorial waters
The United Arab Emirates strongly condemned an Iranian drone attack that was intercepted by its air defense systems over territorial waters on Monday. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that it holds Iran fully responsible for the incident and the resulting consequences.
Starlink hits capacity in UAE, users placed on waitlist, say users
Starlink's satellite internet service has reached its subscriber limit in the United Arab Emirates, so new customers are being put on a waitlist and can pay a refundable deposit to reserve a spot until capacity opens up again.
Region's 'neither war nor peace' state: UAE's Gargash calls for 'realistic solutions'
UAE diplomatic adviser Anwar Gargash said that attempts to target Gulf states and Jordan have failed and urged realistic political solutions to end the region’s “neither war nor peace” status. He emphasized the need to restore normal navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. The remarks came as the UAE military responded to a drone detected near its territorial waters.
