Author: Editorial team
As headlines continue to feel heavy, some healthcare groups across the UAE are stepping in with free mental health sessions, giving families the chance to speak confidentially with licenced psychologists from the comfort and privacy of their homes. With regional developments dominating news cycles, healthcare professionals say living in a constant state of alert can disrupt sleep, shorten tempers, and gradually spill into everyday routines. At clinics across the country, the message is consistent: protect your mental space as carefully as your physical safety. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Asra Sarwar, clinical…
ABU DHABI, 12th March, 2026 (WAM) — Urban indicators recorded in Abu Dhabi during 2025 reflect a notable acceleration in the pace of urban development, with the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) approving nearly 75 million square metres of total gross floor area for development projects. This figure is equivalent to building seven times the urban area of Yas Island, highlighting the expanding scale of development projects across the emirate and the continued momentum in the construction sector. The total approved floor area represents an annual increase of 137%, reflecting growing investor confidence in the real estate development sector…
SHARJAH, 4th March, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nokia Solutions and Networks AE to expand collaboration in knowledge exchange, accelerate innovation, and develop high-impact capacity-building programs that empower talent and strengthen the region’s innovation ecosystem. The signing ceremony took place during SPARK’s annual Ramadan Majlis in the presence of H.H. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of SPARK. The MoU was signed by Hussain Al Mahmoudi, Chief Executive Officer of SPARK, and Rima Manna, Vice President of Network Infrastructure Sales, Middle East and Country Director…
ABU DHABI, 12th March, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE air defence systems on 12 March intercepted 10 ballistic missiles and 26 UAVs launched from Iran. Since the onset of the blatant Iranian aggression, UAE air defences have engaged 278 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,540 UAVs. These attacks have resulted in six fatalities of Emirati, Pakistani, Nepali and Bangladeshi nationals, and 131 minor to moderate injuries among nationals of the UAE, Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, the Philippines, Pakistan, Iran, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Azerbaijan, Yemen, Uganda, Eritrea, Lebanon, Afghanistan, Bahrain, Comoros, Türkiye, Iraq, Nepal, Nigeria, Oman, Jordan, Palestine, Ghana and…
UAE leaders have shared messages of condolences over the passing of Sayyid Fahd bin Mahmoud Al Said, Oman’s Deputy Prime Minister for the Council of Ministers. WAM reported that UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan expressed his condolences to Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, also sent similar messages to the Sultan of Oman. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…
As Eid celebrations approach and Ramadan gatherings still make their own way, designers across the UAE say this season’s fashion is defined by a mix of fluid silhouettes, textured fabrics, and bold colour choices shaping wardrobes for the holy month’s evening gatherings. Dubai-based label Rourue is among those embracing a softer approach to occasion dressing. The brand recently unveiled The Evening Edit”, a collection designed for Ramadan evenings and Eid celebrations, with pieces intended to transition easily beyond the season. The 14-piece collection includes kaftans, abayas, column dresses and layered sets crafted in fabrics such as linen, organza, satin and…
ABU DHABI, 12th March, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company (ADNIC) has approved the distribution of 47% cash dividends (AED0.47 per share, implying total cash dividends of AED267.9 million) for the financial year ended 31 December 2025, after concluding its Annual General Meeting (AGM) today. Sheikh Mohamed bin Saif Al Nahyan, Chairman of ADNIC, said, “ADNIC delivered another year of strong performance in 2025, reflecting the resilience of our business model and disciplined growth strategy. Our results highlight our ability to create sustainable value while maintaining financial strength. During the year, we strengthened our alignment with national priorities…
WASHINGTON, 7th March, 2026 (WAM) — The US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has definitively ruled out any possibility that asteroid 2024 YR4 could collide with the Moon in 2032, according to new observations from the James Webb Space Telescope. Earlier orbital calculations had indicated a small 4.3 percent chance that the asteroid could strike the Moon. However, improved readings from the James Webb Telescope, collected in February, confirmed that the asteroid will pass at a safe distance of about 13,200 miles from the Moon’s surface on 22 December 2032. The asteroid, estimated to be about 200 feet in…
ABU DHABI, 12th March, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Muay Thai and Kickboxing Federation announced the participation of 200 male and female athletes competing in Muay Thai and kickboxing events as part of the Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan Ramadan Championship – Al Wathba 2026. The federation noted that the competitions will continue until 16 March, featuring age categories starting from eight years old up to youth and professional divisions, reflecting the sport’s growing popularity and the strong base of combat sports in the UAE. It added that the championship began with bouts for the 8–11 age category, while…
ABU DHABI, 12th March, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from His Excellency Javier Milei, President of the Argentine Republic. During the call, His Excellency condemned the blatant Iranian attacks that continue to target the territory of the UAE and several other countries in the region. He also affirmed Argentina’s solidarity with the UAE regarding the measures it has taken to safeguard its sovereignty and security and ensure the safety of its territory and people. His Excellency condemned the terrorist attack that targeted the UAE Consulate General in…