Author: Editorial team
ABU DHABI, 22nd March, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE air defences are currently responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) asserts that the sounds heard in various pars of the country are the result of the air defence systems intercepting missiles and drones. Source: Emirates News Agency
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] As the Eid holiday comes to a close, many parents in the UAE are preparing for their children to start online schooling on Monday. While some are taking time off work to assist their children, others are looking forward to a little extra rest before the new school routine begins. For Dubai resident Aliya Saleem, Monday will be a day off to help her six-year-old son adjust to online lessons. “My son is six years old and is in Year 2,” she said. “He has never had…
Q: How can I effectively budget in the UAE, given expenses like rent, utilities, schooling, and transportation, and what percentage of my income should ideally go towards each? — Ridhima Pai Budgets are like diets. You restrict and restrict, you lose 10 pounds, and for a little while, you feel great. But then you get tired of saying no to everything. The rules start to feel suffocating, you slip a little, then a little more, and before you know it, the 10 pounds you lost come back. That’s exactly how budgets work for many people. So instead of obsessing over a…
ABU DHABI, 27th February, 2026 (WAM) — The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, has announced its supervision of a pilot project for the operation of autonomous trucks in Abu Dhabi, in partnership with global company Autotech, which specialises in developing autonomous vehicle systems, as well as AD Ports Group. The project is being implemented within Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD. The project is the first of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa in the operation of autonomous trucks for logistics and freight transport purposes, reflecting the expansion…
ABU DHABI, 22nd March, 2026 (WAM) — The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast partly cloudy to cloudy weather across the UAE on Sunday, with a chance of rainfall in some areas and a drop in temperatures inland. Convective cloud formation is expected, bringing scattered showers to parts of the country, while internal regions are likely to see a noticeable decrease in temperatures. Winds will be light to moderate, becoming fresh to strong at times, particularly with cloud activity. Blowing dust and sand may reduce horizontal visibility in exposed areas. Winds are expected to be north-easterly to south-easterly at…
UAE residents have been asked to be careful while venturing out during the Eid weekend as weather forecasts have predicted rain. On Saturday morning, rain swept through several parts of the UAE accompanied by strong winds, thunder and lightning. Water accumulation could be seen in some parts of the city after the shower. Sharjah police authorities took to social media to warn drivers to be mindful on the roads. “Drivers are urged to maintain a safer driving distance, reduce speed, adhere to careful driving and avoid valleys and dams to stay safe,” the authority wrote in a post. Dubai Police…
Q: What are the best savings tools available in the UAE —such as fixed deposits, savings accounts, or national bonds — and how should I choose them? — Michael Porter When you live in the UAE, managing your money works a bit differently from how it does in many other countries. There’s no personal income tax on your salary, but most expatriates are not covered by a government pension. That means building long-term financial security is largely your own responsibility. The good news is that the UAE offers several useful tools to help you do so in both conventional and…
RAS AL KHAIMAH, 27th February, 2026 (WAM) — The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) has inaugurated the Advanced Technology and Artificial Intelligence Centre (ATAIC), marking a strategic milestone in the university’s evolution from a consumer of innovation to a contributor to its creation. Established under the School of Engineering and Computing and supported by the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority’s (TDRA) ICT Fund, ATAIC is designed as a catalyst for regional transformation – advancing applied research, industry collaboration, and future-ready talent development in artificial intelligence and advanced technologies. More than a research facility, ATAIC serves as a…
ABU DHABI, 21st March, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited Salem bin Loutia Al Ameri. His Highness exchanged Eid Al-Fitr greetings with Al Ameri and his family, conveying his best wishes for the occasion. They also prayed for the continued strength, progress, and security of the UAE. The family warmly welcomed His Highness, expressing their appreciation for his visit and for his continued commitment to strengthening social cohesion, a value deeply rooted in UAE society. His Highness was accompanied during the visit by H.H. Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; H.H. Sheikh…
UAE residents can expect rainfall over scattered areas of the country on Sunday (March 22), according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Conditions will be partly cloudy to cloudy, accompanied by some convective clouds with rainfall over scattered areas, the weather department noted. The met department had earlier announced that residents across the UAE can expect a stormy week, with rain, thunder and possible hail forecast in parts of the country. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Showers are expected to develop around the Eastern border by midday and will intensify during…