Author: Editorial team

DUBAI, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police’s Ramadan initiatives drew strong community participation, with 1,220 volunteers from 15 nationalities contributing their time throughout the holy month. Volunteers supported the distribution of iftar meals across Dubai and assisted motorists and members of the public, completing a total of 4,880 volunteer hours across 27 locations. Brigadier Ali Khalfan Al Mansoori, Director of the General Department of Community Happiness at Dubai Police, said the initiatives reflected the values of compassion and solidarity associated with Ramadan, while enhancing community cohesion. Dubai Police also offered 11 volunteering opportunities through its official platform, enabling individuals…

ABU DHABI, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Keeta, the food delivery platform backed by global technology leader Meituan, to empower Emirati entrepreneurs in Abu Dhabi’s food and beverage (F&B) sector and accelerate their integration into the digital economy. Through this collaboration, both parties aim to strengthen the presence of homegrown businesses, startups and SMEs across modern sales channels, while providing a comprehensive support ecosystem to expand their customer reach and drive sustainable growth. The agreement was signed by Khalifa Saeed Al Kuwaiti, Executive Director of the Entrepreneurship…

SHARJAH, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK) has recorded more than 7,500 licensing transactions across January and February, including new company formations and renewals, highlighting growing demand from innovation-driven enterprises and reinforcing SPARK’s position as a leading hub for technology and research-based companies. Hussain Al Mahmoudi, CEO of SPARK, said, “These indicators reflect the strength and resilience of Sharjah’s innovation ecosystem, as we continue to drive growth, empower businesses, and expand our global partnerships. Our focus remains on translating innovation into tangible economic value that supports sustainable development.” He added, “At SPARK, we are…

ShareGate, trusted globally to assess, migrate and optimise Microsoft 365 migrations, recently announced the expansion of its partnership with QBS Technology Group into the Middle East, marking a significant step in ShareGate’s EMEA growth strategy. QBS’s recent acquisition of emt, an established, value-added distributor with a strong footprint across the Middle East, Türkiye and Africa, enabled its expansion with ShareGate. With emt now part of QBS, ShareGate has a regional presence in high-growth markets such as Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. This presence allows ShareGate to better support area partners and customers undertaking complex Microsoft 365 migrations. QBS…

ABU DHABI, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE is experiencing unstable weather conditions until 28th March, accompanied by heavy rainfall occurring in successive waves. The rain initially began over the western regions and islands, then extended to coastal areas including Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Qaiwain, and Ras Al Khaimah, before reaching the northern and eastern inland areas as well as Al Ain. In a statement on Wednesday, the National Centre of Meteorology stated that satellite images and weather radar data indicate the presence of various cloud formations over the country. These began over the…

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast a final, intense wave of unstable weather across the UAE, with heavy rain, thunder, lightning and possible hail expected from Thursday night into Friday before conditions begin to ease. The country has already been experiencing successive waves of rainfall since the weekend, sweeping from western regions and islands to coastal cities and inland areas. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Residents in Abu Dhabi reported rapidly changing conditions on Wednesday, with weather shifting within minutes. At around 11am, strong winds began accelerating, followed shortly by light rainfall that quickly intensified into heavy downpours…

The UAE has demonstrated resilience and clarity in the face of ongoing Iranian aggression. However, top Emirati diplomat Dr Anwar Gargash highlighted the contrast in international responses: From genuine support to mere statements without action. In a post on social media platform X, Gargash said that since the start of what he described as “brutal Iranian aggression”, friendly nations had reached out, but their positions differed. “Some offered sincere support that is appreciated, while others limited themselves to statements without action,” he said. He added that the UAE had proven its ability to confront challenges and remain steadfast, stressing that…

Come February and March, all eyes turn to the fashion capital of the world, waiting to see what will make a splash in couture. However, this April, the spotlight once again turns towards Paris, but this time, for something quite different. From April 16 to 18, the French capital will host the 11th edition of Modest Fashion Week, marking its debut in one of the world’s most influential style cities. Organised by Think Fashion, the move to Paris comes after successful outings across Istanbul, London, Dubai and Riyadh. In recent years, modest fashion has steadily moved from the margins to the…

ABU DHABI, 24th March, 2026 (WAM) – UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from His Excellency Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, to discuss the latest developments in the region and their implications for regional and international security and stability, as well as their impact on the global economy. The call addressed the continued Iranian terrorist attacks targeting the UAE and other countries, including attacks on civilians, civilian infrastructure, and vital facilities, noting that they constitute a violation of sovereignty, international law, and undermine regional and international stability. His Excellency Anwar…

DUBAI, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) at Dubai South has officially inaugurated a new Painting & Grinding Centre developed by Lufthansa Technik Middle East, reinforcing the company’s commitment to expanding its capabilities in the region and strengthening MBRAH’s position as a leading aviation hub supporting advanced aviation services and MRO capabilities. The facility is designed to support component painting and grinding processes used in structural and composite repairs, enabling faster curing and drying times while improving repair efficiency and reducing turnaround times for customers across the region and beyond. The inauguration ceremony was…