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MONTREAL, 14th April, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai International Airport has ranked among the world’s busiest airports for international passenger traffic, handling 95.2 million passengers in 2025, reaffirming its position as a key global aviation hub. The ranking, released today by Airports Council International (ACI), highlighted the continued strength of major airports in supporting global air connectivity, travel flows, and trade. Dubai International Airport continued its strong performance, ranking second globally in terms of total passenger traffic, while Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport retained the top spot overall with 106.3 million passengers, followed by Tokyo Haneda Airport in third place. ACI’s rankings…

Zane Ulhaq, Head of MENA at Endava, has penned an op-ed, in which he makes the case that sovereign AI is not going to be some sort of fringe concern in certain regions, but instead will serve as one of the key topics on the agenda when it comes to future trade agreements between global economic superpowers. Zane Ulhaq, Head of MENA at Endava, highlights how the topic of Sovereign AI is going to become a hot potato when it comes to the geopolitical landscape  The AI conversation today is far more nuanced than it was even eighteen months ago.…

In a significant step for inclusion, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced sensory rooms at Al Satwa and Oud Maitha bus stations to improve the mobility experience for People of Determination, particularly children with autism. A bus station can be a nightmare for a child with autism, with loud announcements, bright lights and crowds of strangers. It is to negate this that RTA has come up with this project to deliver innovative, customer-focused services. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. The sensory rooms are purpose-designed environments that balance relaxation and stimulation…

Doctors at Aster Hospital Mankhool have successfully reconstructed the face of a 42-year-old man following a severe accident that left him with multiple life-threatening injuries, hospital officials said on Tuesday. The patient was admitted to the emergency department with extensive facial trauma, including deep cuts, heavy bleeding, breathing difficulty, double vision, and partial facial nerve weakness. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Medical assessments revealed what specialists describe as “pan facial fractures” — a rare and complex condition involving simultaneous fractures across the upper, middle, and lower parts of the face. Such injuries…

DUBAI, 14th April, 2026 (WAM) — Atradius, a global leader in trade credit insurance and risk management, has established operations in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region, marking a significant milestone in its Middle East growth strategy. This expansion strengthens Atradius’ ability to deliver comprehensive insurance management services, providing greater support to its insurance partners across the MENA region. By joining DIFC’s globally recognised financial ecosystem and operating under the robust regulatory framework of the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Atradius – through its local partners – is…

ABU DHABI, 14th April, 2026 (WAM) — Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi, a leading hospital under Burjeel Holdings, has launched the Korean Pavilion, a dedicated clinical platform designed to bring established Korean medical expertise and treatment protocols to patients in the UAE and the region. The Pavilion was inaugurated in the presence of Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology; Hamad Sayah Al Mazrouei, Undersecretary of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development; Jung Kyung Park, Chargé d’Affaires of the Republic of Korea to the UAE; Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, Chairman and CEO of Burjeel Holdings; Omran Al…

ABU DHABI, 14th April, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended a wedding reception to celebrate the marriage of Sheikh Zayed bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan to the daughter of Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan. His Highness the President congratulated the groom and his family, wishing him a happy and fulfilling married life founded on compassion and harmony, and the building of a stable family that contributes to strengthening social cohesion and reinforcing community bonds. Also in attendance were His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime…

ServiceNow, has announced that its entire product portfolio is now AI-enabled, in what has been described as a landmark move, that redefines how businesses will extract value from their investments in AI. Amit Zavery, President, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Product Officer, ServiceNow, believes that their decision to make their entire product portfolio AI-enabled will redefine the business landscape when it comes to AI. Every ServiceNow product now includes AI, data connectivity, workflow execution, security, and governance built-in. This shift enables organizations to accelerate their AI ambitions and help ensure they get the most value from AI by bringing together…

Kalba’s Al Hiyar Lake and Rest Area project is soon to be opened as one of several developments aimed at strengthening the area’s appeal as a destination for residents and tourists.  In addition to its natural setting, the site is being planned as a service-oriented stop for owners of picnic trailers, with commercial outlets and visitor facilities to be developed to high standards. The project will provide 30 parking spaces for single trailers and 60 spaces for trailers with a rest area, underlining its role as an organised stop for outdoor leisure users. Stay up to date with the latest…

Ujitsu, a global platform connecting athletes, coaches, and academies across the jiu-jitsu community, has integrated with ADI Chain to enable blockchain-backed verification of belt promotions Published: Tue 14 Apr 2026, 3:40 PM The integration addresses a persistent gap in the sport. Despite jiu-jitsu’s rapid global growth, now spanning tens of millions of practitioners across more than 100 countries, there is still no unified system to verify belt promotions across academies, countries, and organizations. Athlete records, including belt promotions, are typically stored within individual gyms or platforms, making them difficult to validate independently and, in some cases, vulnerable to loss or…