Author: Editorial team

ABN DHABI, 30th March, 2026 (WAM) — AD Ports Group (ADPORTS:ADX), a leading global enabler of trade, industry and logistics solutions, has published its 2025 Annual Report, which chronicled a year of record revenue and profits, as the Group strengthened its key trade corridors and geographies of operations, optimised its asset portfolio and balance sheet, and invested in key port infrastructure, logistics capabilities, and maritime connectivity to power its profit-enhancing international expansion. The report ‘’Curating Connectivity” highlights the Group’s successful efforts at leveraging its growing presence along key international trade corridors and geographies of focus, such as in the UAE,…

DUBAI, 28th March, 2026 (WAM) — He was officially the best racehorse on the planet in 2025 and now Calandagan starts out on the defence of its World’s Best Racehorse crown in the $6m Longines Dubai Sheema Classic [G1 2410m], a race which has acclaimed some of the greats of middle-distance turf racing since it was added to the programme in the third year of the Dubai World Cup story. Fantastic Light and Heart’s Cry were major winners in the early years, while St Nicholas Abbey and Cirrus Des Aigles helped cement the race’s reputation among the global elite events…

SHARJAH, 30th March, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah, on Monday evening, launched the institutional identity of the Sharjah Space and Astronomy Hub at its headquarters in the University City. The launch ceremony began with verses from the Holy Quran, after which he and attendees watched a film highlighting the establishment of the Sharjah Space and Astronomy Hub, its objectives, key achievements, and its distinguished scientific and community presence. The film also shed light on its ambitious future plans and qualitative projects aimed…

Eric Doerr, Chief Product Officer at Tenable. Tenable® Holdings, Inc., the exposure management company, recently announced Tenable Hexa AI, the agentic AI engine of the Tenable One Exposure Management Platform that automates security workflows and transforms exposure intelligence into coordinated action to reduce cyber risk. AI-powered cyberattacks, rapid vulnerability discovery and the explosion of AI-driven tools are expanding the attack surface faster than security teams can keep up. At the same time, security operations now involve a growing mix of humans, automation and AI agents operating across fragmented tools and workflows. As more actors enter the security ecosystem, coordinating action…

ABU DHABI, 30th March, 2026 (WAM) — The Zayed Authority for People of Determination, in collaboration with the National Media Authority (NMA) and TRENDS Research & Advisory, organised the launch ceremony of the “National Media Programme for Empowering People of Determination.” This initiative comes as part of national efforts to introduce impactful initiatives that create sustainable changes in the lives of People of Determination, enhance their presence in the media sector, and empower them to play an active role in content creation and in conveying their voices and issues to society. The ceremony, held at the headquarters of Zayed Authority…

[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] The Ministry of Education announces the continuation of distance learning until Friday, 17 April 2026, for students, as well as teaching and administrative staff, across all nurseries, kindergartens, and public and private schools nationwide. The ministry also stated that this measure ensures everyone’s safety and wellbeing, with the situation being reviewed weekly.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Distance learning was initially scheduled to conclude on Friday, April 3, 2026, as schools awaited to await guidance from authorities. UAE extends distance…

Dubai’s dining scene has a new feel‑good twist: a citywide “pay‑it‑forward” platform that lets you buy treats in advance for someone you may never meet. TreatOnUs.ae turns simple acts of kindness into direct support for local restaurants, while inviting venues to surprise guests, neighbours and those in need with prepaid coffees, desserts and dishes. What is ‘Treat On Us’? This is a new community‑driven initiative created by entrepreneur Alexander Sysoev, inviting people in Dubai to purchase meals and drinks in advance that restaurants then pass on as gestures of care. Inspired by the age-old suspended coffee tradition, it offers a…

SHARJAH, 30th March, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Islamic Bank PJSC approved, during its annual general assembly held, a capital increase through a strategic rights issue aimed at raising total proceeds of up to AED2.59 billion. This initiative marks a significant step in accelerating the bank’s strong organic growth and delivering long-term intrinsic value to shareholders. The rights issue offers shareholders an opportunity to participate in the bank’s continued success by subscribing to new shares. The move is designed to support the bank’s interests and those of its shareholders by enhancing its ability to achieve tangible asset growth, while proactively addressing…

DUBAI, 30th March, 2026 (WAM) — The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has announced the commencement of commercial operations of the autonomous taxi service in Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah, in partnership with Apollo Go and WeRide (Nasdaq: WRD), a global leader in autonomous driving technologies. WeRide vehicles are made available to the public through the Uber app, while Tawasul Transport is responsible for fleet management and operations. Apollo Go, a subsidiary of Baidu, provides autonomous mobility services via the Apollo Go app in collaboration with the Dubai Taxi Company to support local operations. The rollout reflects Dubai’s approach…

President Donald Trump recently appointed several Silicon Valley executives to serve on his science and technology panel, including Nvidia boss Jensen Huang, Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Oracle executive chair Larry Ellison. The executives are part of a 13-person panel appointed by Trump to serve on the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) which will weigh in on AI policies and other technology issues “PCAST brings together the Nation’s foremost luminaries in science and technology to advise the President and provide recommendations on strengthening American leadership in science and technology”, according to a press release issued…