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[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest updates as the UAE deals with heavy rains and unstable weather conditions.] UAE residents have been urged to perform their prayers at home as a precautionary measure to ensure public safety amid unstable weather conditions in the country. The General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat has issued this statement on Wednesday as a precautionary measure to ensure public safety. The weather in the UAE is driven by active convective cloud systems associated with a low-pressure system, bringing widespread rain of varying intensity across several regions. Stay up to…

For many Europeans, their first stop for all things clothing, accessories, beauty products and household articles is usually the branch of an Ireland-headquartered retailer, going by the name Primark. Specialising in fast fashion and with more than 450 stores around the world, Primark is making its entry into the United Arab Emirates, with its first store in Dubai opening at the Dubai Mall on March 26. This store is being brought to the region through a partnership with Kuwait-based Alshaya Group. The retailer said in an Instagram post that the store would open on March 26 at 10 am. We…

DUBAI, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police’s Ramadan initiatives drew strong community participation, with 1,220 volunteers from 15 nationalities contributing their time throughout the holy month. Volunteers supported the distribution of iftar meals across Dubai and assisted motorists and members of the public, completing a total of 4,880 volunteer hours across 27 locations. Brigadier Ali Khalfan Al Mansoori, Director of the General Department of Community Happiness at Dubai Police, said the initiatives reflected the values of compassion and solidarity associated with Ramadan, while enhancing community cohesion. Dubai Police also offered 11 volunteering opportunities through its official platform, enabling individuals…

ABU DHABI, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Keeta, the food delivery platform backed by global technology leader Meituan, to empower Emirati entrepreneurs in Abu Dhabi’s food and beverage (F&B) sector and accelerate their integration into the digital economy. Through this collaboration, both parties aim to strengthen the presence of homegrown businesses, startups and SMEs across modern sales channels, while providing a comprehensive support ecosystem to expand their customer reach and drive sustainable growth. The agreement was signed by Khalifa Saeed Al Kuwaiti, Executive Director of the Entrepreneurship…

SHARJAH, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK) has recorded more than 7,500 licensing transactions across January and February, including new company formations and renewals, highlighting growing demand from innovation-driven enterprises and reinforcing SPARK’s position as a leading hub for technology and research-based companies. Hussain Al Mahmoudi, CEO of SPARK, said, “These indicators reflect the strength and resilience of Sharjah’s innovation ecosystem, as we continue to drive growth, empower businesses, and expand our global partnerships. Our focus remains on translating innovation into tangible economic value that supports sustainable development.” He added, “At SPARK, we are…

ShareGate, trusted globally to assess, migrate and optimise Microsoft 365 migrations, recently announced the expansion of its partnership with QBS Technology Group into the Middle East, marking a significant step in ShareGate’s EMEA growth strategy. QBS’s recent acquisition of emt, an established, value-added distributor with a strong footprint across the Middle East, Türkiye and Africa, enabled its expansion with ShareGate. With emt now part of QBS, ShareGate has a regional presence in high-growth markets such as Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. This presence allows ShareGate to better support area partners and customers undertaking complex Microsoft 365 migrations. QBS…

ABU DHABI, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE is experiencing unstable weather conditions until 28th March, accompanied by heavy rainfall occurring in successive waves. The rain initially began over the western regions and islands, then extended to coastal areas including Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Qaiwain, and Ras Al Khaimah, before reaching the northern and eastern inland areas as well as Al Ain. In a statement on Wednesday, the National Centre of Meteorology stated that satellite images and weather radar data indicate the presence of various cloud formations over the country. These began over the…

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast a final, intense wave of unstable weather across the UAE, with heavy rain, thunder, lightning and possible hail expected from Thursday night into Friday before conditions begin to ease. The country has already been experiencing successive waves of rainfall since the weekend, sweeping from western regions and islands to coastal cities and inland areas. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Residents in Abu Dhabi reported rapidly changing conditions on Wednesday, with weather shifting within minutes. At around 11am, strong winds began accelerating, followed shortly by light rainfall that quickly intensified into heavy downpours…

The UAE has demonstrated resilience and clarity in the face of ongoing Iranian aggression. However, top Emirati diplomat Dr Anwar Gargash highlighted the contrast in international responses: From genuine support to mere statements without action. In a post on social media platform X, Gargash said that since the start of what he described as “brutal Iranian aggression”, friendly nations had reached out, but their positions differed. “Some offered sincere support that is appreciated, while others limited themselves to statements without action,” he said. He added that the UAE had proven its ability to confront challenges and remain steadfast, stressing that…

Come February and March, all eyes turn to the fashion capital of the world, waiting to see what will make a splash in couture. However, this April, the spotlight once again turns towards Paris, but this time, for something quite different. From April 16 to 18, the French capital will host the 11th edition of Modest Fashion Week, marking its debut in one of the world’s most influential style cities. Organised by Think Fashion, the move to Paris comes after successful outings across Istanbul, London, Dubai and Riyadh. In recent years, modest fashion has steadily moved from the margins to the…