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The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence across the UAE is creating new cybersecurity challenges for businesses, with experts warning that organisations face increasingly sophisticated threats as AI becomes embedded in daily operations.While the UAE has emerged as one of the world’s leading markets for AI adoption, cybersecurity is becoming a growing concern as enterprises deploy the technology at scale, according to Salah Suleiman, Managing Director, South Gulf, TrendAI.Speaking at Gisec 2026 in Dubai, Suleiman said businesses are no longer focused solely on how to implement AI but are increasingly concerned about securing their digital environments as the technology becomes more…

Priyanka Chopra marked Kareena Kapoor Khan’s 46th birthday with a warm social media post on Monday.Sharing a photograph of the actor, Priyanka wrote, “Happy Birthday @kareenakapoorkhan. There will never be anyone like you.”Priyanka posted a picture of Kareena in a vibrant, rainbow-toned leheriya saree, from her recent promotions for ‘Daayra’.The birthday message drew attention from fans, particularly because the two actors were once portrayed as fierce Bollywood rivals despite having worked together in the 2004 film ‘Aitraaz’.Over the years, Priyanka and Kareena’s public interactions have reflected a warmer equation. Priyanka had previously spoken about their relationship on ‘Koffee With Karan’,…

The UAE’s Mohammed Ahmed and Saif bin Futtais kept their hopes alive of reaching the final round of the individual skeet competition at the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan, on Monday.On the opening day of the competition, both Ahmed and Saif delivered tremendous performances.Ahmed was in top form, hitting 50 targets to clinch the top spot in the standings.Saif, on the other hand, was in fourth place with 49.The two talented UAE shooters will return on Tuesday to continue their quest for a place in the final.The top eight will advance to the final, which will be held on Wednesday.Meanwhile,…

Indian Prime Minister extends condolences to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum following the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Dubai: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his deep sorrow over the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and extended his condolences to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. In a post on X, Modi said: “I am deeply saddened by the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. His efforts in serving the community will be appreciated by future…

BRUSSELS, 21st September, 2026 (WAM) — Between June and August 2026, there were more than 2 million commercial flights in the EU. Figures released by Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union, showed that August 2026 saw 708,980 flights, a 2.3% increase compared with the previous year and a 5.7% increase compared with 2024. July was the busiest of these 3 months with 709,931 flights, marking a 2.8% annual increase and a 5.7% increase compared with 2024. In June, there were 662,480 flights, a 2.1% growth compared with 2025 and 4.9% compared with 2024. In August 2026, compared with…

As schools across the UAE reinforce rules around student appearance for the new academic year, some boys may have to rethink their usual trip to the barber. Several schools are restricting extreme or shaved hairstyles, including cuts where parts of the head are shaved with a razor or blade while other sections are left longer. Such partially shaved styles can fall under ‘qaza‘, while barbers are also seeing families move away from skin-level fades as they look for school-friendly alternatives. But that does not mean boys are left with only one or two basic options. Onur, a Turkish master barber at…

Court extends condolences to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and the Al Maktoum family following the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Ajman: The Court of His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, has mourned the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who passed away on Monday. In a statement, the Ruler’s Court extended its sincere condolences and sympathies to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and to the Al Maktoum family. The…

Sheikha Latifa says Dubai and the UAE have lost one of their devoted men, remembering Sheikh Ahmed for his kindness, loyalty and legacy of giving Dubai: Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, has mourned the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. In a post on X, Sheikha Latifa said: “Indeed, to God we belong and to Him we shall return. Today, we have lost someone dear to our hearts, and Dubai and the UAE have lost one of their devoted men. “May God have mercy on Sheikh…

Three nature-inspired colours, a 1.1 kg Ceraluminum design and Qualcomm, Intel and AMD platform options give the new Zenbook 14 a more personal take on the premium laptopPublished: Mon 21 Sept 2026, 5:30 PM A laptop is one of the few personal objects that can follow someone from a morning commute to a client meeting, a university lecture, an airport lounge and an evening at home. It has to look appropriate in every setting, feel effortless to carry and work without demanding constant attention.The ASUS Zenbook 14 UX3480QA approaches that brief as a lifestyle product as much as a computer.…

Cate Blanchett has asked audience members to stop filming during performances of her new London play, saying recording the show can spoil the experience for others.The actress addressed the audience from the stage following a performance of Electra/Persona at the National Theatre’s Lyttelton Theatre, where the production is currently running.In a video shared on Instagram, Blanchett explained why she wanted people to put their phones away during the performance.“There are few places on this planet where we can simply be together and be present,” she said.While Blanchett said she understood why audience members might want to film the curtain call, describing it…