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The weather on Friday, August 7, is expected to be fair to partly cloudy, according to a forecast by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).
There is a chance of rainfall over some eastern and southern areas as the Met predicted convective clouds formation by afternoon
Rains are expected in parts of the Emirates until August 7 as an extension of surface low-pressure system from the east will affect weather conditions. In addition, the weather will be impacted by an extension of a weak upper-air low-pressure system.
Light to moderate southeasterly to northeasterly winds are set to blow, freshening at times causing blowing dust, with a speed of 10-25 km/hr, reaching 40 km/hr.
The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and in the Oman Sea
Overall temperatures are expected to.
A car showroom in Al Quoz remained closed for the fourth consecutive day on Thursday following a gas cylinder explosion that killed a 27-year-old Indian employee and injured five others
A customer service agent for the car dealership named 'The Car Superstore' confirmed to Khaleej Times that the showroom will remain closed until further notice as investigations continue.
The incident that occurred on Monday evening saw Dubai Civil Defence teams respond swiftly, bringing the blaze under control within an hour and securing the site.
The impact of the cylinder explosion caused damages to the signboards of neighbouring shops as well. A day after the incident, when Khaleej Times visited the location, walls of the car showroom were still covered in soot and there was a burning smell.
Abu Dhabi's Federal Court of Appeal has postponed hearing in the Sudan military equipment case, involving 13 individuals and six companies, to August 12. The decision to adjourn was made after reviewing evidence and confessions linking the defendants to arms smuggling and money laundering
During the session, the Federal Public Prosecution presented a plea in which it reviewed material and digital evidence, including audio and video recordings, conversations, documents, technical and financial reports, in addition to the confessions of a number of defendants, stressing that this evidence constitutes an integrated system that proves the crimes attributed to them.
The prosecution asserted that exploiting the state's territory, institutions, and facilities to implement these.
Dubai's marine transport network is set for a data-driven upgrade as the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) rolls out an enhanced Seasonal Network initiative powered by artificial intelligence and predictive analytics. The move is designed to improve service flexibility and respond more efficiently to fluctuating passenger demand during peak seasons, public holidays and major events across the emirate.The summer operating plan, effective in July, is built on an integrated big-data repository tracking passenger numbers, revenue, and occupancy rates. Officials say the system sharpens forecasting accuracy and supports more responsive operational decisions as usage patterns shift throughout the year.
How the AI-led model works?
At the centre of the initiative is an AI-led model.
The UAE has approved a once-daily oral medicine for adults with high levels of bad cholesterol, becoming the second country in the world after the United States to authorise the treatment. The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) approved Lipfendra, which contains the active ingredient enlicitide, for adults with elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, also known as LDL-C. The medicine may also be prescribed for some patients with inherited conditions that cause high cholesterol. However, treatment must be decided by a healthcare professional after assessing the patient’s condition. Lipfendra is consumed once a day and is intended to be used as part of a wider treatment plan that also includes a balanced diet and regular physical activity.LDL is often described.
Mediclinic Middle East, has announced that Mediclinic City Hospital has successfully completed its 100th kidney transplant, marking a significant milestone in the hospital’s transplant programme and its long-standing commitment to specialised renal care.
Since performing the first kidney transplant in June 2016, Mediclinic City Hospital has played an important role in expanding access to transplant services for patients with end-stage renal disease. The hospital’s transplant programme has now reached 100 procedures, offering patients an alternative to long-term dialysis and the possibility of restored health, independence and quality of life.
Dr Jacques Kobersy, chief medical officer at Mediclinic Middle East, said: “A kidney transplant is far more than a surgical.
Two and a half years after the UAE banned single-use plastic bags, these bags still appear at supermarket checkouts. They are now thicker and incur a charge.Since January 1, 2026, Ministerial Decision No. 380 of 2022 has banned single-use bags thinner than 50 microns. These have been replaced by heavier bags containing more plastic, which, when used once and discarded, may have a greater environmental impact than those previously banned. Major retailers agreed to charge at least 50 fils per bag when the ban began. At Lulu, the standard carry bag costs Dh2.50, while the juco bag, made from recycled materials, is Dh7.50 as of July 2026. A juco bag typically pays for itself after three uses. Abu Dhabi implemented its ban ahead of the rest of the country in 2022. The.
