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With support from the UAE Cybersecurity Council, Microsoft and CPX, a G42 company, have launched the second edition of its program to train and employ young Emirati women into the cyberspace.Called ‘She Protects’, the initiative is designed to prepare Emirati women, who are recent university graduates, to find jobs in cybersecurity fields.“Cybersecurity is a very male-oriented field,” CPX’s CEO, Hadi Anwar, said in an interview on the sidelines of the Gisec Global 2026 exhibition. “We want to do things to help change that narrative.”Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Anwar said that some of…
Country star Reba McEntire paid an emotional tribute to Dolly Parton at the 2026 Emmys, performing Parton’s 1983 song ‘Appalachian Memories’ during the ceremony’s in memoriam segment.The tribute honoured Parton, who died on August 25 at the age of 80 from cancer.Before McEntire took the stage, Sally Field, Parton’s co-star in Steel Magnolias, delivered an emotional introduction, describing the country icon as “a real giant” and an “angel on Earth.”The ceremony then showed archival footage of Parton introducing “Appalachian Memories” at the 1983 Emmys, before McEntire performed the song with an orchestral arrangement.McEntire, a longtime friend of Parton who collaborated…
What does it take to get the right book into the right reader’s hands? That’s the question at the heart of the fifth Sharjah Booksellers Conference, which opened at Expo Centre Sharjah on Saturday. The two-day event is being hosted by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) will bring together 912 booksellers, publishers, distributors and e-commerce representatives from 99 countries. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of SBA, opened the conference with a message that resonated throughout the packed hall: even in an age of rapidly evolving technology, booksellers remain irreplaceable. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow…
Arab Media Summit highlights how travel content creators turn journeys into meaningful storytelling, exploring world cultures, self-discovery, planning, challenges, and the evolving profession of travel media Content creators participating in the session “World Cultures Through the Travellers’ Lens” at the Arab Media Summit said that travel goes far beyond discovering destinations and landmarks. It is a human experience that helps people better understand themselves, other cultures and different ways of life. They noted that travel content creation has evolved from a spontaneous activity into a profession that requires planning, management and strong storytelling skills. The session was moderated by Sally…
India’s Tata Sons said Thursday its board had voted to reappoint N. Chandrasekaran as executive chairman for another five-year term after he rescinded his decision last month to not seek another term.Tata Sons is the principal holding company and promoter of the Tata Group, a $180 billion conglomerate whose interests range from salt to software.The board meeting comes a month after Chandrasekaran said he would not seek reappointment following months of friction with Tata Trusts chairman Noel Tata.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The board’s nomination and remuneration committee asked Chandrasekaran to reconsider, Tata…
It was a winning night for The Pitt and Widow’s Bay at the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, but the trophies weren’t the only things shining in Los Angeles.Noah Wyle took home Lead Actor in a Drama Series, Rhea Seehorn finally landed her first Emmy for Pluribus, while Matthew Rhys pulled off the night’s biggest acting feat with two lead trophies in a single evening.But before the winners made their way to the stage, there was plenty happening on the blue carpet. Zendaya showed up dripping in silver crystals, Selena Gomez embraced head-to-toe gold and Nicole Kidman brought feathers into the…
Emaar Properties approves AED 4.4bn one-time special dividend of AED 0.50 per share, adding to its annual payout as strong H1 2026 sales hit AED 26.6bn and net profit reaches AED 11.1bnThe Board of Directors of Emaar Properties has approved the distribution of an exceptional one-time cash dividend of AED 4.4 billion to shareholders at AED 0.50 per share. The move reflects the company’s focus on enhancing shareholder returns while continuing to invest in its development pipeline.In a filing to the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), the company said the special dividend is in addition to its regular annual dividend. The…
Dhruv Kohli, HCL Software, discusses how IntelliOps help organisations secure endpoints and applications while building resilient AI-enabled operations. Source: Tahawul Tech
Government communication experts at the Arab Media Summit highlight the need for fast, accurate updates to build public trust, counter rumours and misinformation, and adapt strategies to digital transformation and changing audiences Officials and experts in government communication stressed that rapid digital transformation and changing audience behaviour are forcing governments to develop their communication tools and adopt more flexible and responsive strategies. At the same time, they highlighted the importance of maintaining the accuracy and reliability of information to strengthen public trust and curb the spread of rumours and misinformation. These remarks were made during the session, “The Audience Has…
Expanded office serves as a hub for AFP’s news coverage across the Gulf and a key editing centre for the Middle East and beyond Dubai: Her Excellency Mona Ghanem Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council and Chairperson of the Arab Media Summit Organising Committee, toured Agence France-Presse’s (AFP) newly expanded office in Dubai Media City, following its inauguration. The opening was attended by Her Excellency Marie Audouard, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of France to the UAE and His Excellency Jean-Christophe Paris, Consul General of France in Dubai and the Northern Emirates.…