Author: Editorial team
A recent Reuters report outlined Amazon‘s ambitions to reignite a smartphone market play. According to the report, the company is developing a fresh device which would employ its Alexa+ voice assistant more than a decade after it abandoned its ambitions in the sector. The news outlet stated Amazon is exploring the potential for a rebooted Fire Phone to expand its growing range of devices, a move it noted would further lock users into the company’s Alexa ecosystem. In short, any mobile device using the assistant would ensure customers remain connected when they leave Alexa’s traditional domestic confines. Reuters noted the…
TOKYO, 23rd March, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE national judo team will compete in 44 matches against Japan’s national team during its training camp at Tokai University in Tokyo, as part of preparations for the 2026 Asian Senior Judo Championships. The UAE Judo Federation said the team arrived in Tokyo from Kosovo to continue its preparations under head coach Viktor Sektrov, in line with the technical programme. Mohammed bin Thaaloob Al Derai, President of the UAE Judo Federation, said the final participants include 11 atheletes: Simon Konstantin (Under 60 kg), Nar Mend Bian (Under 66 kg), Naji Yazbek and Mohammed…
Manage My Property is actively extending its footprint across the UAE and into key regional markets, bringing certified property managers, the Dream app, and two decades of financial discipline to a new generation of international investors Published: Mon 23 Mar 2026, 1:34 PM International investors are pouring capital into UAE real estate. But owning property here and making it perform are two very different things and that gap is exactly where Manage My Property (MMP) operates. Dubai has never been a more compelling investment destination. Record transaction volumes, Golden Visa incentives, zero property tax, and a rental market that continues…
DUBAI, 22nd March, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded the contract for Phase I of Dubai Walk Master Plan in Al Ras. The phase covers the development of the Historic Al Ras Walkway, comprising 12 km of walkways and 5 km of cycling tracks, alongside the rehabilitation of 10 artistic spaces in coordination with Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, with the participation of Emirati and local artists. Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority, said, “The Pedestrian Master Plan plays a key role in strengthening…
Travel advisory If you are travelling and have plans to board a flight from Sharjah Airport, the authority advises all passengers to stay up to date on the latest flight information due to weather conditions that may affect some flight schedules. The airport authority advised passengers to contact their airlines directly to verify flight status before heading to the airport. Hearing thunder? UAE authorities clarifies sounds UAE residents have reported rolling thunder, loud sounds, and visible lightning since the early hours of Monday, with heavy rainfall affecting parts of the country. Authorities have since reassured the public that the sounds…
SEOUL, 23rd March, 2026 (WAM) — Exports from the Republic of Korea surged by 50.4 percent year-on-year in the first 20 days of March, driven by strong global demand for semiconductors, data showed Monday. Outbound shipments reached US$53.3 billion in the March 1-20 period, compared with $35.4 billion tallied over the same period last year, according to the data from the Korea Customs Service. This marked the country’s largest exports recorded for the cited period, Yonhap News Agency reported. Imports increased 19.7 percent on-year to $41.2 billion during the period, resulting in a trade surplus of $12.1 billion, the data…
ABU DHABI, 22nd March, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, today visited H.H. Sheikh Suroor bin Mohammed Al Nahyan at his residence in Abu Dhabi on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr. They exchanged Eid greetings and prayed for continued goodness, blessings and prosperity for the UAE, its leadership, people and residents. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed emphasised that such occasions represent an opportunity to promote values of communication and strengthen social ties that reflect the UAE’s approach to social cohesion under the wise leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed…
Saudi Ports has announced a new trade bridge linking Sharjah in the UAE with Saudi Arabia. This is a significant step toward greater logistics integration and improved cargo movement efficiency across the Gulf as the region deals with security tensions due to the US-Israel-Iran war. The corridor aims to streamline the flow of goods between Sharjah and Dammam by leveraging integrated land and sea transport networks. It is expected to improve operational efficiency by reducing transit times and strengthening coordination between ports and inland logistics hubs. The initiative is a partnership between the Saudi Ports Authority and Gulftainer, aimed at…
DUBAI, 16th March, 2026 (WAM) — Winners from five countries celebrated success during the 2025–2026 Dubai Racing Carnival at Meydan Racecourse, marking the most international edition in the 22-year history of the event. Horses trained in the United Kingdom, Denmark, France and Oman secured 22 overseas victories across 16 race meetings, making it the most successful Carnival yet for international trainers and owners. Dubai Racing Club welcomed 47 international trainers during the Carnival from the United Kingdom, France, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Czechia, Spain, Oman, Hong Kong and Ireland. A total of 130 overseas-trained horses competed at Meydan, accounting for more…
ABU DHABI, 22nd March, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Cybersecurity Council has warned of rising risks linked to remote working, noting that the shift has driven an increase in attacks targeting unsecured home routers. These vulnerabilities potentially expose the data of individuals, institutions, and businesses to breaches. The Council in remarks to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) stressed that data protection is now a critical priority, with remote-work-related cyber incidents rising by over 40% in recent years. This reflects a strategic shift by hackers toward exploiting home environments rather than hardened central systems. The expansion of remote work has significantly…