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FUJAIRAH, 11th April, 2026 (WAM) — Round 3 of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship (No-Gi) got underway today at Zayed Sports Complex in Fujairah, with strong attendance and close competition between top clubs and academies. Sharjah Self-Defence Sports Club finished top of the medal standings on the opening day, followed by Palms Sports – Team 777 in second place and ADMA in third. Matches in the Under-12, Under-14 and Under-16 categories were closely contested, with many wins decided by small margins. The pace of competition was fast, highlighting the importance of quick reactions and accurate execution, especially…
Laura Taylor, Partner and Head of Middle East, at TENTEN Partners, has penned an exclusive thought leadership article for tahawultech.com entitled; Navigating Talent Acquisition in a Season of Uncertainty. Taylor believes that given the current challenges caused by the ongoing conflict engulfing the Middle East region, it’s critical that businesses lead through empathy. Laura Taylor, Partner and Head of Middle East, at TENTEN Partners, believes that despite the ongoing uncertainty across the Middle East region, the regional economic framework remains incredibly robust. Discussions around recruitment in the Middle East usually revolve around the rapid-fire expansion of the region’s ‘giga-projects’ and the…
Parents of children under the age of six will now be able to have trained teachers at their residences as part of a new concept rolled out in Dubai which will bring nurseries and early care centers home. Launched by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), the initiative will give youngsters the opportunity to learn at home during emergency situations or any other such development which mandates online learning. Here is everything you need to know about the initiative: What is the new service? KHDA has introduced two new plans: CLHL Hubs: A small nursery-style group operating in an approved…
ABU DHABI, 11th April, 2026 (WAM) — The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast partly cloudy to cloudy conditions for tomorrow, with a chance of rainfall across various parts of the country. The NCM noted that convective clouds are expected to form, accompanied by a drop in temperatures. Light to moderate winds are anticipated, which may freshen or become strong at times, causing blowing dust and sand that could reduce horizontal visibility. Sea conditions will be moderate in the Arabian Gulf, becoming rough at times during cloud activity, while the Oman Sea will remain light to moderate. Source: Emirates…
Mounir Hijazi, Chief Executive Officer, GCC Region at TP (Teleperformance) has highlighted that the trend of consumers who believe AI poses a serious threat to privacy is on an upward trajectory, whilst he also argues that ethical AI is a leadership issue in an exclusive op-ed for tahawultech.com One of the growing paradoxes of innovation is that the smarter technology becomes, the more it invites scrutiny. Artificial intelligence has reshaped the financial services industry by enhancing customer experiences, optimising decision-making, and transforming internal operations. But with this progress comes a sharper focus on the privacy risks embedded in these systems.…
A 36-year-old Arab man has been jailed and ordered deported after a court convicted him of forging documents in a failed attempt to ship a rented vehicle outside the country. The Sharjah court sentenced the man, identified as M.A., to six months in jail and fined him Dh5,000 after finding that he had tampered with vehicle documents and arranged to transport the car to a Dubai port in preparation for export. The case came to light after a car rental office reported the vehicle missing when the accused failed to return it on time and became uncontactable, raising suspicions of…
Up to 75 per cent of pregnant women experience pelvic and lower back pain, yet most suffer in silence — a reality an Abu Dhabi-based pain specialist is now working to change through a pioneering care model. Dr Rafael Blanco, head of the Pain Department at Corniche Hospital, said pregnancy-related pain remains one of the most overlooked issues in women’s health, often dismissed as a normal part of the journey. “Pregnancy pain should not be normal,” he noted. A common but overlooked issue According to Blanco, most women experience some level of pain during pregnancy, particularly in the lower back…
ABU DHABI, 11th April, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has announced the success of new mediation efforts between the Russian Federation and the Republic of Ukraine, resulting in the release of 350 captives – 175 from each side – bringing the total number of captives exchanged between the two countries through UAE-mediated efforts to 6,305. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its appreciation to both countries for their cooperation with the UAE mediation endeavors, reflecting their recognition of initiatives aimed at resolving the crisis between the two nations. The Ministry noted that the UAE has successfully facilitated…
Mounir Hijazi, Chief Executive Officer, GCC Region at TP (Teleperformance) has highlighted that the trend of consumers who believe AI poses a serious threat to privacy is on an upward trajectory, whilst he also argues that ethical AI is a leadership issue in an exclusive op-ed for tahawultech.com One of the growing paradoxes of innovation is that the smarter technology becomes, the more it invites scrutiny. Artificial intelligence has reshaped the financial services industry by enhancing customer experiences, optimising decision-making, and transforming internal operations. But with this progress comes a sharper focus on the privacy risks embedded in these systems.…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE, and Ruler of Dubai. The meeting addressed the ongoing nationwide efforts undertaken by various military and civilian institutions and teams. The leaders commended the effectiveness of the armed forces, the efforts of all military institutions and security services in safeguarding the nation’s security, territorial integrity and the safety of its people and residents in the face of the…