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DUBAI, 20th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Radiology Society of the Emirates of the Emirates Medical Association, organised its 10 th Official Annual Society Meeting from 17th to 19th April, in collaboration with The Royal College of Radiologists (UK), under the theme: “Artificial Intelligence in Radiology: Towards Platforms and Practice. The conference brought together more than 500 physicians and specialists from 16 countries and was organised by InfoPlus Events LLC. Dr. Taleb Mohammed Al Mansoori, President of the Radiology Society of the Emirates of the Emirates Medical Association; Conference Chair, stated that the conference celebrating now in its tenth consecutive…

New milestones include removing plastic from packaging, using 100 percent recycled cobalt in Apple-designed batteries, and replenishing more than half of Apple’s corporate water use. Apple has announced that a record 30 percent of material across all of its products shipped in 2025 came from recycled content. The achievement, along with other key progress milestones Apple shared recently, is the result of innovation by teams across Apple and deep collaboration with its global supply chain. As part of this work, Apple now uses 100 percent recycled cobalt in all the batteries it designs and 100 percent recycled rare earth elements…

UAE announced the launch the first phase of training for Entrepreneurs from Emirati Families programme, an initiative designed to equip 1,000 Emirati family members with the skills to turn creative and productive abilities into sustainable businesses. Over the course of five years, the programme will train around 200 participants annually, offering structured guidance to help turn productive and creative skills into sustainable business ventures, Ministry of Community Empowerment and the Ministry of Economy and Tourism announced. Participants will be trained by a team of leading instructors, experts, and consultants specialising in entrepreneurship, finance, economics, personal development and technology. Stay up…

Dubai’s luxury hospitality scene is entering a new phase, with some of its most recognisable hotels temporarily closing or scaling back operations as they prepare to reopen with upgraded concepts and refreshed interiors. While Atlantis Dubai recently announced it’d paused operations at seven of its dining venues as it reviews guest demands, these hotels are taking a break to refurbish. Here’s a roundup of what some of the top players will be up to: Jumeirah Burj Al Arab The iconic Burj Al Arab has temporarily shut its doors for a major refurbishment, marking it first such comprehensive upgrade since the…

KUALA LUMPUR, 20th April, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates National Pavilion has made a strong impact on the opening day of the Defence Services Asia Exhibition and Conference (DSA) 2026, drawing significant attendance from international delegations, industry leaders, and representatives of leading international defence and security companies. The United Arab Emirates National Pavilion’s participation in DSA 2026, held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur, is supported by the UAE Ministry of Defence (MOD) and the Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement, and is organised by ADNEC Group, a Modon company. On the inaugural…

DUBAI, 20th April, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, recently organised an interactive open dialogue in collaboration with Mashreq with the participation of 82 representatives from the private sector. The session focused on the business community’s most pressing banking needs, while showcasing the financing solutions and advanced services offered by the bank to support companies and strengthen their resilience amid evolving economic conditions. The event forms part of a series of interactive dialogues organised by Dubai Chamber of Commerce in cooperation with leading financial institutions. The initiative…

SHARJAH, 20th April, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Communications Technologies Authority (SCTA), today witnessed the signing of a cooperation agreement between the Authority and Syska Hennessy Group at Aljada. The agreement was signed by Rashid Ali Al Ali, Executive Director of the Sharjah Communications Technologies Authority, and Kostas Tsekouras, Managing Director of Syska Hennessy Group. The agreement aims to establish an integrated framework for strategic cooperation between the Sharjah Communications Technologies Authority and Syska Group, enhancing joint coordination and the exchange of expertise and…

Donghyuk Park, ES RAC Team Leader – LG Electronics Gulf. The relentless impending summer sun that beats down on the Arabian Gulf isn’t just a daily reality; it’s a profound influence on every aspect of life, especially inside our homes. For generations, air conditioning has been less of a luxury and more of an absolute necessity; an indispensable guardian of comfort, even, against the region’s extreme heat.   Yet, far removed from the old, traditional barjeel wind towers, this reliance comes with a significant energy cost – one that nations across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are increasingly eager to address as they pursue ambitious sustainability agendas…

The weather on Tuesday, April 21, is expected to be partly cloudy to cloudy and dusty at times, as per a forecast by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). There is also a chance of light rainfall over some coastal areas and islands, along with a decrease in temperatures over the coasts, especially westward. Light to moderate Southeasterly becoming Northwesterly and Northeasterly winds are set to blow, freshening at times, causing blowing dust and sand, with a speed of 15-25 reaching 40 km/hr. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels The sea will be…

Atlantis Dubai has temporarily paused operations at seven restaurants across Atlantis The Palm and Atlantis The Royal, as it reviews guest demand and refines its dining strategy. In a statement, the resort said the move is part of an ongoing effort to align operations with visitor trends while maintaining high standards across its key venues, many of which continue to attract residents and tourists alike. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. The venues currently not in operation include La Mar by Gastón Acurio, Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, Cloud 22, and Ling Ling at…