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Animal welfare groups and veterinarians in the UAE say they have received a number of requests from residents seeking help with pets as regional tensions prompted some people to travel or reconsider their plans. Rescuers said that in some cases, pets were left behind as owners prepared to leave the country, while veterinarians reported receiving enquiries about euthanasia for animals that were otherwise healthy. According to animal rescuer Chiku Singh, the situation appeared to be linked to travel uncertainty after some countries issued advisories to their citizens amid escalating tensions related to the US-Israel-Iran conflict. Stay up to date with…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid Israeli, US strikes on Iran for the latest regional developments.] On Sunday, March 1, a simple Instagram template carrying the message, “We chose this country. We stand with it”, began circulating widely across social media. Within hours, thousands of residents across the UAE, both citizens and expatriates, reshared the message on their Instagram stories. Businesses, influencers, and community members joined the trend, turning a single post into a wave of online solidarity. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Behind the viral message is Wissam Breidy, a Lebanon-born…
ABU DHABI, 13th March, 2026 (WAM) — Major General Ahmed Saif bin Zaitoon Al Muhairi, Abu Dhabi Police Commander-in-Chief, visited the Civil Defence Centre in Shakhbout City, affiliated with the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority (ADCDA), as part of his commitment to monitoring the readiness of the fieldwork system and reviewing the level of preparedness to handle various reports and emergency situations, in order to enhance response speed and safeguard lives and property. The visit was attended by Brigadier General Salem Abdullah bin Barrak Al Dhaheri, Director-General of ADCDA, along with a number of officers. During the visit, the Abu…
Five winners took home Dh100,000 each in Big Ticket’s Series 284 on Friday, March 13. Mozammel Hoque Samsul Hoque, a 43-year-old contracts manager from Bangladesh, has been living in Dubai for four years. “I’m thrilled — I never expected this, but it feels amazing to finally win,” he said. He has no immediate plans for the prize money but looks forward to continuing to participate. “Everyone should give it a try. You never know what can happen,” he added. Santhosh Paramurickal George, an Indian national, was overjoyed to discover his ticket — number 369813 — was a winner. Kamlesh Patel,…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid Israeli, US strikes on Iran for the latest regional developments.] The UAE’s healthcare system continues to function efficiently, the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) said, stressing that hospitals and emergency services across the country remain fully operational. Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of Health and Prevention, said the country’s strong health infrastructure is ensuring uninterrupted services for residents and visitors. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “Hospitals, emergency services and public health teams nationwide are continuing to provide care without disruption, supported by well-established preparedness systems…
DUBAI, 13th March, 2026 (WAM) — Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of National Media Authority (NMA), said that the holy month of Ramadan this year comes amid exceptional circumstances facing the country due to what he described as treacherous Iranian attacks, noting that these desperate attempts to undermine the nation’s security were shattered against the rock of resilience built by the brave heroes of the armed forces. His remarks came at the opening of the National Media Authority’s annual Ramadan gathering held yesterday at the Atlantis the Royal Hotel in Dubai, organised as part of its commitment…
Abu Dhabi Police have arrested 45 people of multiple nationalities for filming various locations amid current ongoing events and posting clips on social media. The detainees were also accused of sharing inaccurate and misleading information. Authorities warned that such actions could “provoke public opinion and spread rumours.” The authority stated that it has taken the necessary legal and administrative measures against those accused, as part of continuous efforts by security agencies to monitor violations related to the misuse of social media. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Police stressed that such behaviour violates…
If there’s one truth I want to share about navigating uncertain times it’s this: you’re going to feel anxious. However, while this anxiety is a completely natural response to uncertainty, that does not mean we need to sit in it indefinitely. When the world feels unstable, the amygdala sounds the alarm, adrenaline surges, cortisol sharpens our senses, and our brain tries to find order in the chaos. Fear begins to imagine worst case scenarios and panic becomes perpetual, as do the ‘what ifs?’ that loop around our minds on repeat. On top of that, while anxiety may be universal, we…
ABU DHABI, 13th March, 2026 (WAM) — Majalis Abu Dhabi in the Citizens and Community Affairs Office of the Presidential Court, in collaboration with Creative Lab, has opened submissions for the Family in Frame Award, a nationwide photography competition inviting all members of the community to capture authentic moments that reflect the strength and connection of family life. Launched as part of the UAE Year of Family, and part of Creative Lab’s wider Family in Frame initiative, the competition highlights the role of family in strengthening shared values, cultural continuity and community cohesion. Through photography, participants are invited to capture…
A top UAE official has called for an “informational boycott” of some international media outlets that have “deviated from journalistic integrity”, warning that misinformation campaigns have become a key front in modern conflicts. These outlets have adopted “agendas that lack credibility”, said Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Authority (NMA), calling for their boycott to prevent their narratives from influencing public opinion. Al Hamed made the remarks during the Authority’s annual Ramadan gathering in Dubai. Calling Iran’s attack on the UAE “treacherous”, he stressed the importance of the media’s role during such critical moments.…