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DUBAI, 11th March, 2026 (WAM) — The General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat, in collaboration with the UAE’s Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications Office, has launched the first specialised training workshops on artificial intelligence aimed at professionals involved in religious discourse. This initiative comes as part of a national strategic programme launched in partnership with leading global technology companies in the field. It aims to train more than 5,000 imams, preachers, muftis, and religious speakers, in alignment with the objectives of the UAE Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031, while strengthening the integration of roles between religious…

ABU DHABI, 28th March, 2026 (WAM) — The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast unstable weather conditions across the UAE in the coming days, beginning with a noticeable drop in temperatures tomorrow, followed by relative stability, before chances of rainfall return from midweek through April 1. In a statement today, NCM said the weather is expected to be humid by morning over some internal areas and partly cloudy, with a decrease in temperatures. Winds will be light to moderate northwesterly, freshening at times and causing blowing dust, with speeds of 15 to 25 km/h, reaching 40 km/h. Seas will…

The United States government has moved to ban new foreign-made consumer internet routers over potential national security concerns. In an update to a list of equipment seen as not secure enough for use, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) added all consumer-grade routers made outside the U.S. It puts routers – which are used widely in homes and businesses to connect computers, phones, TVs and other devices to the internet – on a par with foreign-made drones, which were banned at the end of last year. “Malicious actors have exploited security gaps in foreign-made routers to attack American households, disrupt networks,…

After a week of rainfall, UAE residents can expect fair to partly cloudy weather on Saturday (February 28), according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). According to the met department, temperatures will see a notable decrease. Abu Dhabi and Dubai will see lows of 20ºC. Temperatures across the UAE will not exceed 32ºC. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The weather department noted that light to moderate northwesterly to southwesterly winds — particularly strong over the sea — may cause blowing dust, with speeds ranging from 15–25 kmph, reaching up to 40kmph.…

Watch collecting has earned a reputation for being complex, unapproachable, and intimidating. Understandably so, as technical specifications, jargon, and impossible-to-pronounce brands often make newcomers hesitate altogether. Well, this isn’t the case anymore. Ali Nael is the founder of FutureGrail, a luxury watch auction house – his perspective is that collecting must be accessible and democratized. But for the ones with the intent to begin, encouragement lies at the helm. As a staunch purveyor of inclusivity, Ali believes watch collecting should be a fun experience and not a daunting task. Years of handling significant wristwatches and historic pocket watches have given…

BEIJING, 13th March, 2026 (WAM) — China launched a Long March-8A carrier rocket on Friday in the southern island province of Hainan, sending a new group of internet satellites into space. The rocket lifted off at 3:48 am (Beijing Time) from the Hainan commercial spacecraft launch site. It successfully placed the payloads, the 20th group of low-orbit internet satellites, into preset orbit. Source: Emirates News Agency

According to Axios, OpenAI is in late-stage talks to buy electricity from fusion start-up Helion Energy, which counts ChatGPT-maker CEO Sam Altman as one of its backers. The proposed framework would give OpenAI a guaranteed slice of Helion’s future output starting at 12.5 per cent, which is equivalent to around 5-gigawatts by 2030, potentially rising to 50-gigawatts by 2035. Axios reported Altman stepped down from his position as chair of Helion’s board of directors and has recused himself from negotiations. The financial terms and length of the deal are not available. The news agency reported Altman has a sizeable stake in…

Just days after NASA announced a pause on its Gateway lunar space project, the UAE has welcomed the move and reiterated its long-term commitment to space exploration. On Friday, the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) confirmed that it will continue collaborating with NASA, underscoring its ambitions to advance the nation’s lunar capabilities. “Following NASA’s recent announcements on establishing a sustained lunar presence, MBRSC reaffirms that its engagement with the Artemis programme and partnership with NASA continue, as it advances its own lunar capabilities with a clear sense of purpose,” read the statement. “The UAE has made a long-term commitment…

[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] Even as geopolitical tensions continue in the background, moments of quiet joy continue to unfold in hospitals across the UAE. This Eid Al Fitr, the sound of newborn cries brought a sense of hope and renewal, offering families a deeply personal reason to celebrate. For many parents, the festival took on an even more profound meaning as they welcomed new life into the world. Doctors say such moments serve as powerful reminders of resilience, continuity and the enduring human spirit — even in uncertain times. Across Abu…

ABU DHABI, 28th March, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Police handled 117,000 reports received by operations rooms in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra during the emirate’s exposure to the tropical weather conditions from 21st March until today, affirming its high readiness and rapid response through an integrated system of field and technical teams. Abu Dhabi Police explained that traffic and security patrols operated around the clock to enhance road safety, regulate traffic flow, and respond immediately to emergencies, in coordination with the relevant authorities, contributing to maintaining the security and safety of the community. Source: Emirates News Agency