Author: Editorial team
ABU DHABI, 22nd March, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, today visited H.H. Sheikh Suroor bin Mohammed Al Nahyan at his residence in Abu Dhabi on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr. They exchanged Eid greetings and prayed for continued goodness, blessings and prosperity for the UAE, its leadership, people and residents. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed emphasised that such occasions represent an opportunity to promote values of communication and strengthen social ties that reflect the UAE’s approach to social cohesion under the wise leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed…
Saudi Ports has announced a new trade bridge linking Sharjah in the UAE with Saudi Arabia. This is a significant step toward greater logistics integration and improved cargo movement efficiency across the Gulf as the region deals with security tensions due to the US-Israel-Iran war. The corridor aims to streamline the flow of goods between Sharjah and Dammam by leveraging integrated land and sea transport networks. It is expected to improve operational efficiency by reducing transit times and strengthening coordination between ports and inland logistics hubs. The initiative is a partnership between the Saudi Ports Authority and Gulftainer, aimed at…
DUBAI, 16th March, 2026 (WAM) — Winners from five countries celebrated success during the 2025–2026 Dubai Racing Carnival at Meydan Racecourse, marking the most international edition in the 22-year history of the event. Horses trained in the United Kingdom, Denmark, France and Oman secured 22 overseas victories across 16 race meetings, making it the most successful Carnival yet for international trainers and owners. Dubai Racing Club welcomed 47 international trainers during the Carnival from the United Kingdom, France, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Czechia, Spain, Oman, Hong Kong and Ireland. A total of 130 overseas-trained horses competed at Meydan, accounting for more…
ABU DHABI, 22nd March, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Cybersecurity Council has warned of rising risks linked to remote working, noting that the shift has driven an increase in attacks targeting unsecured home routers. These vulnerabilities potentially expose the data of individuals, institutions, and businesses to breaches. The Council in remarks to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) stressed that data protection is now a critical priority, with remote-work-related cyber incidents rising by over 40% in recent years. This reflects a strategic shift by hackers toward exploiting home environments rather than hardened central systems. The expansion of remote work has significantly…
Dubai and Abu Dhabi are expected to experience unstable weather conditions from Monday, March 23, to Friday, March 27, with intermittent rainfall, strong winds, and reduced visibility, according to advisories and official guidance from UAE authorities. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) forecast that weather conditions will be characterised by convective cloud development, bringing intermittent showers of varying intensity across the region. Morning rain episodes are expected to temporarily ease, but renewed shower activity is forecast by midday, with systems moving in from the Arabian Gulf affecting areas from Abu Dhabi through to northern Dubai. Some of these showers may…
ABU DHABI, 22nd March, 2026 (WAM) –The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has reaffirmed its commitment to improving water-use efficiency in agriculture, in line with the World Water Day 2026 theme, “Where water flows, equality grows”. Marking World Water Day, observed annually on 22 March, ADAFSA said it continues to implement a range of qualitative projects to optimise water use in agriculture, most notably a scheme supplying recycled water to more than 1,600 farms. The initiative reduces reliance on non-renewable groundwater while supporting sustainable crop and livestock production. Amid challenges such as water scarcity, rising salinity and…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] Abu Dhabi authorities confirmed a debris-fall incident in the Al Shawamekh area following the successful interception of a ballistic missile by the UAE’s air defence systems. The incident resulted in a minor injury to an Indian national, authorities confirmed. Emergency teams responded at the scene. Authorities have urged the public to rely only on official sources for updates and to avoid sharing rumours or unverified information. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Al Shawamekh is a residential suburb of Abu…
For nearly three hours, the car moved slowly along the Al Ain highway, keeping pace with a dog running along the roadside. She was exhausted, skinny, clearly lost, but every time the driver tried to approach, she kept running. By the time volunteers reached her, Yuki was dehydrated, frightened and without a microchip to trace where she had come from. Within days, however, she would find safety, medical care and eventually a new home. Her rescue was made possible by No Pet Left Behind UAE, a rapidly growing volunteer network connecting rescuers, fosters and adopters across the country, often through…
ABU DHABI, 22nd March, 2026 (WAM) — President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, expressing his sincere sympathies over the passing of a helicopter crew following a technical malfunction that led to its crash in Qatari territorial waters. The martyrs were members of the Qatari Armed Forces and the joint Qatari-Turkish forces. Source: Emirates News Agency
In a creative twist on tradition, coffee shops across the UAE are transforming the simple act of buying coffee into a festive experience, as customers line up for a chance to receive ‘Eidiya’ envelopes during Eid celebrations. Eidiya is a long-standing Muslim custom in which money, sweets, or small gifts are given to family, friends, and especially children during Eid al Fitr and Eid al Adha. Today, that tradition is finding a modern home in cafes, where the element of surprise is drawing crowds. At Wacup Coffee, owner Saud Al Nuaimi said the idea grew from a desire to offer…