Author: Editorial team
For many adults, the feeling of uncertainty seeps in through information and their attempts to make sense of it. But for neurodivergent children, distress often surfaces differently. It is not always through understanding, but through feeling: a parent’s stiff jaw, a disrupted bedtime, a break in routine, a house that suddenly functions differently. They may not fully grasp geopolitics or conflict, but they can sense when the adults around them are no longer at ease. The emotional climate and the ‘Domino Effect’ So what happens when parents or caregivers of autistic, ADHD, and other neurodivergent children find themselves navigating this…
DUBAI, 12th March, 2026 (WAM) — DP World on Thursday announced record financial results for 2025, with revenue up 22 percent to $24.4 billion, and adjusted EBITDA up 18 percent to $6.4 billion (margin 26.3 percent), driven by strong performance across Ports & Terminals and Logistics. Total Group gross throughput increased 5.8 percent to 93.4 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU). Profits for the year increased 32.2 percent to $1.96 billion, reflecting operating leverage and disciplined cost management. Operating cash flow rose 14 percent to $6.3 billion. “In an environment defined by heightened uncertainty and changing trade dynamics, our diversified portfolio,…
SHARJAH, 12th March, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Media Council, crowned the team of the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority (SBA) on Wednesday evening as winners of the first edition of the Sharjah Media Ramadan Football Championship, which was held at the Sharjah Police Club stadium. Sheikh Sultan presented the championship trophy to the players of the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority team, congratulating them on their well-deserved victory and title, and wishing them continued success and further achievements in various sporting events. Sheikh Sultan affirmed that the…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] Dubai authorities are currently responding to two minor incidents in the area of Al Bada’a and Sheikh Zayed Road, the emirate’s media office said on Thursday. Dubai Media Office (DMO) has said that the incident in Al Bada’a resulted from drone falling. In another statement, it stated that an incident took place after debris fell onto the façade of a building on Sheikh Zayed Road following a successful interception. No injuries were reported as a result of the two incidents. On Thursday morning, Dubai residents received a…
Fragrance has long been part of Eid traditions across the region. Homes are filled with the scent of incense and candles, while people often choose a special perfume for gatherings and family visits. From rich oud compositions to lighter floral blends and home fragrances that set the mood for hosting, several new launches are offering options for the season. Here are some scents that could define the atmosphere of Eid this year. Reimagining bakhoor through perfume Imagine your favourite incense but as a perfume, without the hassle of burning coal. Dubai based Emirates Pride Perfumes has taken a different approach…
ABU DHABI, 11th March, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) has continued to record strong levels of activity and liquidity in recent trading sessions, reflecting the market’s resilience, the depth of its investor base, the attractiveness of dividend distributions and strong investor confidence. The market recorded total trades worth AED4.8 billion during the first three sessions following the resumption of trading after the precautionary suspension on 2 and 3 March, covering the period from 4 to 6 March 2026. On 4th March 2026, the first session after trading resumed, transactions reached AED1.37 billion, marking an increase of…
DUBAI, 12th March, 2026 (WAM) — The Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai (IACAD) has signed cooperation agreements with Al-Tarahum Charity Foundation, Beit Al Khair Society, and Dar Al Ber Society to regulate the distribution and operation of smart donation boxes in approved mosques across the Emirate of Dubai. The agreements form part of a unified institutional framework aligned with the leadership’s vision to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of humanitarian work. The initiative aims to create an organised digital donation environment managed through a comprehensive regulatory and supervisory system that includes financial, administrative and technical monitoring mechanisms.…
Dubai has announced Eid Al Fitr holidays for government employees. The holiday will begin on Thursday, March 19, and work will resume on Monday, March 23, 2026. Source: Khaleej Times
In a city known for its relentless pace and love of hustling, the idea of a sleep class might sound almost rebellious. Yet that’s exactly what Gymnation’s new ‘nap time’ sessions invite Dubai residents to do: trade their HIIT class for deep breaths, gentle stretches and… a mid-day nap! From hustle culture to recovery culture? What started as a quirky gym concept also signals how wellness culture is evolving in 2026. “We completely understand why the idea makes people smile at first,” says Rory McEntee, CMO at Gymnation. “But this class isn’t really about paying to sleep, it’s about learning…
SEOUL, 12th March, 2026 (WAM) — The Republic of Korea’s exports of information and communication technology (ICT) products more than doubled in February from a year earlier, with shipments of chips soaring amid the global artificial intelligence (AI) boom, data showed Thursday. Outbound shipments of ICT products in February reached US$33.6 billion, compared with $16.5 billion a year earlier, according to data compiled by the Ministry of Science and ICT, posting a sharp increase from last year despite having fewer working days. It marks the biggest exports in terms of value for any February. Imports moved up 19.6 percent to…