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A Filipina nurse based in Saudi Arabia has been named among the top ten professionals shortlisted for the fifth edition of the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2026, after identifying a key gap in home-based patient care. Dinah Sevilla was shortlisted from over 134,000 registrations across 214 countries and economies, in recognition of her work that made a significant impact on the lives of her patients. Sevilla, who serves as head nurse for Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) at King Saud University Medical City and King Khalid University Hospital, noticed that many patients struggled to follow their treatment plans at home, often…

BARCELONA, 11th May, 2026 (WAM) — Young South African golfer Yurav Bremner has written his name into the history books after recording the biggest winning margin by a first-time champion on the DP World Tour following his dominant victory at the Estrella Damm Catalunya Championship, which concluded on Sunday in Barcelona, Spain. The 22-year-old finished on a remarkable 28-under-par, an incredible 14 shots clear of fellow South African Shaun Norris, who finished second on 14-under-par. In doing so, Bremner broke the long-standing record previously held by American legend Tiger Woods, whose first DP World Tour-affiliated victory came by an 11-shot…

SHARJAH, 12th May, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Women’s Sports Clubs (SWSC) continued their outstanding performance at the UAE Athletics Cup for all age groups, held from 8-10 May. Sharjah Women’s Sports Club won the cups in the junior, youth, and senior categories, while Khorfakkan Women’s Sports Club strengthened its presence with impressive results across various competitions. In the junior category, Sharjah athletes achieved several medals and records, most notably gold medals for Maria Fahad, Alia Khalid Al Shawari, Fawaghi Hamid, Hamda Jassim Ahli, Reem Al Badawi, Fatima Saud Al Sinani, Wadima Mohammed Fikri, Hanan Ibrahim, and Rahaf Al Hosani, in…

Microsoft recently signed testing and evaluation agreements with the governments of the UK and U.S., the latter of which also sealed deals with Google DeepMind and xAI. The company went on to claim that AI regulation would be a boon for development of frontier systems.  The U.S. software giant used a blog to explain government scrutiny drives it to improve its advanced AI systems. “Well-constructed tests help us understand whether our systems are working as intended” and keeps the company alert to “risks, such as AI-driven cyberattacks and other criminal misuses”. Microsoft announced it is working with the AI Security…

As security teams face mounting pressure from talent shortages, alert fatigue, and rising threats, AI is emerging as a practical tool to streamline operations and deliver stronger protection without expanding headcount Published: Tue 12 May 2026, 10:00 AM Generative AI and increasingly capable bots have kickstarted a battle in the job market. This has left organisations seeking cost-efficient ways to maintain effective protection and some consider AI the answer to this skills shortage. The challenge is not simply deploying more security tools but ensuring cybersecurity delivers measurable operational value. This is where approaches such as Kaspersky’s Cybersecurity True to Business…

If you’re a matcha enthusiast or new to the Japanese drink and a bit apprehensive, this one’s for you. Ahead of World Matcha Day, we’re calling out matcha girlies — or anyone who wants to play around with their daily caffeine fix a little. From creamy, dessert-like blends to clean, ceremonial-style pours, matcha in Dubai has evolved far beyond the basic latte. So, whether you like yours sweet, earthy, experimental or traditional, here are some of the best spots worth seeking out right now. Toby’s Estate (Multiple locations across Dubai) Toby’s Estate has built a cult following for its matcha…

ABU DHABI, 11th May, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) is participating in Global Money Week 2026 through a series of educational initiatives delivered under its MoneySmart financial education programme. Global Money Week, taking place from 11th till 15th May, aims to empower individuals across the UAE with practical financial knowledge and skills that support long-term financial wellbeing, while encouraging saving, budgeting and informed financial decision-making. Mohamed Abdelbary, Group Chief Executive Officer of ADIB, said that strengthening financial inclusion and promoting financial literacy are essential pillars in supporting economic resilience and sustainable development. He noted that as the…

RAS AL KHAIMAH, 11th May, 2026 (WAM) — The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) continues its efforts to equip students with future-ready skills through its Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering programme, which includes specialised concentrations in Robotics and Avionics, designed to meet the evolving needs of the global economy amid growing demand for electrical and electronics engineers and accelerating technological transformation across industries worldwide. Professor Khalid Hussain, Provost of AURAK, said the programme was specifically designed to align with industry requirements while empowering graduates to contribute effectively to the UAE’s knowledge-based economy and beyond. A…

SHARJAH, 12th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Women’s Sports (SWS) concluded the sixth edition of the “Amateur Shooting Challenge,” organised by the Community Sports Department on 9–10 May, with the participation of 77 female participants from junior and women’s categories at the foundation’s headquarters in Al-Qlayaa. The event featured a training day introducing the basics of shooting and safety procedures, followed by a competitive day for both categories, aimed at building confidence and encouraging sports participation in a safe and motivating environment. In the junior category, Shaikha Nawaf Ismail claimed first place, followed by Samar Mohammed Al Zubaidi in…

CyberKnight recently announced a strategic distribution agreement with DomainTools, a global leader in Internet intelligence and domain-based threat detection, to bring advanced threat hunting solutions to the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa (META) region. DomainTools’ solutions, including Iris Detect, Iris Investigate, and DNSDB, leverage over 23 years of historical DNS and domain data for predictive threat intelligence. According to Gartner, global spending on threat intelligence services is projected to reach $13.5 billion by 2026, underscoring DomainTools’ position as a Forrester-recognised leader in digital risk protection. META organisations face escalating domain-based threats, with phishing attacks leveraging lookalike domains surging 150% in…