Author: Editorial team
For most 10-year-olds, the summer holidays are a time to take a break from school, spend time with friends and explore new hobbies. But for Dubai-based Aryahi Tiwari, a summer project has turned into something she hadn’t quite imagined: becoming a published author and raising funds to help animals in need. And at the heart of it all is a tiny teacup poodle named Royal. Aryahi’s debut book, Paw-sitively Royal, tells the story of the world through a dog’s eyes, taking young readers on a journey filled with friendship and unconditional love that pet owners know all too well. But…
As the UAE accelerates its ambition to become a global artificial intelligence hub, concerns around data control, cybersecurity and governance are moving to the centre of discussions about how AI should be deployed.Industry experts say the challenge is no longer simply where data is stored, but whether governments and organisations can maintain control over the infrastructure, governance and operations that support increasingly critical AI-driven services.“Resilience ultimately depends on control, which is why the two have become inseparable,” said Mohammed Retmi, Vice President for Sovereign Clouds at Core42. “Sovereignty is about control: the ability to set your own risk tolerance for…
Actor Randeep Hooda on Tuesday shared a string of pictures from the sets of his recently released Hollywood project ‘Matchbox: The Movie’. He also reflected on the experience of working with familiar faces from the ‘Extraction’ team while also creating new memories during the shoot as he reunited with Sam Hargrave. For Randeep, Matchbox offered an opportunity to reconnect with old friends and relive the camaraderie he had shared with the team during his association with the ‘Extraction’ franchise.”‘Matchbox’ was a great excuse to catch up and hang out with my friends from the ‘Extraction’ team and just make new memories ..…
Dubai – Registration is now open for Dubai Stand Up Paddle, presented by RTA, returning to the spectacular Hatta Dam on 7 and 8 November 2026 for two days of fitness, adventure and outdoor experiences. Building on a record turnout of more than 5,000 participants in 2025, when the Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) flagship event expanded to two days for the first time, this year’s edition will once again bring together paddlers of all experience levels against the backdrop of Hatta’s mountains and waters. Participation has grown more than fivefold since the inaugural event in 2023, reflecting the growing popularity…
ABU DHABI, 13th October, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has chaired a meeting of the Ministerial Council for Artificial Intelligence and Development at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi. The Council reviewed updates on FedAI, the national technical ecosystem for Agentic AI, and the national capabilities building programme, along with multiple Agentic AI projects currently developing across various sectors of government work. During the meeting, the Council discussed updates on connecting ministries and federal entities to the ecosystem and the related action plan.…
Governor says project will strengthen Dubai’s position as a global hub for finance, innovation, talent and investment Essa Kazim, Governor of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), said the DIFC’s Za’abeel District project reflects Dubai’s vision of building the world’s most advanced financial centre. He noted that the project, with a development value exceeding Dh100 billion, represents the largest expansion of a financial centre in the region and will help double the centre’s capacity while strengthening Dubai’s position as a global destination for capital, talent and innovation. He made the remarks during a session titled “The Finest Financial District in…
DUBAI, 13th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment (DDSE) at Digital Dubai has launched the Labour Force Survey 2026 for the Emirate of Dubai, targeting 5,000 citizen and resident households, to provide comprehensive and up-to-date indicators on labour market conditions and support the development of data-driven economic and social policies and decision-making. The survey is part of the Establishment’s efforts to develop an integrated statistical ecosystem that enhances Dubai’s readiness for the future economy. It aims to monitor and measure the key characteristics of the labour force, covering economic participation rates, employment and unemployment levels, the…
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries have achieved 100 per cent coverage of basic health services for adolescents and young people, exceeding the global rate of 68 per cent, according to data released by the Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf (GCC-STAT). The data showed that the number of adolescents and young people aged 10 to 24 in GCC countries reached approximately 12.8 million in 2025, accounting for 20 per cent of the region’s total population. GCC countries also achieved 100 per cent compliance with basic national regulations concerning adolescent and youth health, compared…
Tourism chief says innovation, trust and quality experiences are strengthening Dubai’s appeal as a global destination for tourism, business and residence Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing, said during the “Tourist Experience in Dubai 2033” session that Dubai’s story is one of an ambitious vision that has evolved into a tangible reality whose impact is reflected across all aspects of life. He said the leadership has long focused on building the city of the future through advanced infrastructure, flexible policies, strong partnerships and long-term planning, helping cement Dubai’s position among the world’s leading cities. He…
Businesses in the UAE can now borrow as little as Dh10,000 to fund cash flow, payroll or expansion, after Botim launched a digital lending service for micro and small enterprises on Tuesday.Botim Business SME Lending offers financing of Dh10,000 to Dh500,000, with repayment terms of up to 12 months. The money can be used for cash flow, payroll, equipment and business expansion.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The service is being launched with fintech and payments provider Geidea, which will extend the offer to eligible merchants in its UAE network. The first rollout, supported…