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ABU DHABI, 20th March, 2026 (WAM) — The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA), in coordination with the Ministry of Interior, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) and a number of partners, held a meeting of the Joint Assessment Team for Weather and Tropical Conditions to monitor and analyse developments related to the expected weather conditions during the coming week. During the meeting, the latest data and analyses issued by the NCM were reviewed, indicating that the country is expected to be affected by unstable weather conditions next week across most regions. Rainfall of varying intensity is forecast,…
The UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan extended his warmest congratulations on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr, conveying his wishes to leaders, citizens and Muslims worldwide. In his message, he congratulated the rulers of the Emirates, the people of the UAE and the wider Muslim world, while expressing confidence in the region’s ability to overcome current challenges. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “I extend my warmest congratulations to my brothers, the Rulers of the Emirates, our family in the UAE, and Muslims around the world on the occasion of Eid…
Dr Narjess Boubakri, 65, is the dean of American University of Sharjah’s School of Business Administration. With her decades of life wisdom, she says that money does not define life, but it is a facilitator and “definitely helps move things along”, support loved ones and contribute to the world around us. Originally from Tunisia, she has been in the UAE for 20 years after an international career, which has taken her around the world, before coming back to the Middle East. If you had to write a letter to money, what would you say? Dear Money, please help me achieve my dreams without letting me…
Abhijit Dubey, President, CEO, and Chief AI Officer at NTT DATA, has rejected the assertion from some analysts within the industry that AI is an existential threat to IT services. Abhijit Dubey, President, CEO, and Chief AI Officer at NTT DATA, delivers his keynote presentation at their Horizons Innovations Summit in Milan, where he reinforced their mantra of responsible innovation. Dubey believes it provides an incredible opportunity for NTT DATA and other companies operating in the IT services space. He made the remarks during his keynote address at the NTT DATA Horizons Innovation Summit 2026 in Milan. Dubey highlighted the…
ABU DHABI, 20th March, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, congratulated President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr, praying to Almighty God to grant him continued health and wellbeing, and to bless the Arab and Islamic nations with prosperity, goodness and blessings. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan also extended his congratulations on this happy occasion to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai; Their Highnesses Supreme Council Members and Rulers of…
For children and adults alike, Eid before and after the formation of the UAE was a time of pure, unadulterated joy, rooted in simplicity and close-knit community ties. Speaking to Khaleej Times, Emirati researcher and historian Amna Ahmed Saber Al Dhanhani shared her fondest memories of how the festive season was celebrated in the past in the UAE. Amna recalled that the celebrations began days in advance with the kneading of henna dough a cherished ritual for young girls, women, and even some young boys and men. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.…
As the UAE celebrates Eid al-Fitr this weekend, the strengthening of bonds between families, communities, and cultures is more poignant than ever. The exchange of gifts, a tangible demonstration of that bond, has the power to lift spirits, raise a smile, and serves as a reminder to hold faith for the future. Perhaps the most powerful symbol of optimism is fine jewellery. On the surface, purely an aesthetic luxury, precious jewellery represents a conviction that a piece will be passed down through generations, gathering stories and significance over the years. “Jewellery, like human resilience, is something that is timeless; it…
AL AIN, 20th March, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, congratulated President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr, praying to God Almighty to grant him continued health and wellbeing. H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan also extended his sincere congratulations on this occasion to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai;Their Highnesses Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates; and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy…
The organisers of LEAP, one of the world’s most attended technology events, has confirmed that LEAP 2026 will run from 31 August to 3 September 2026 at the Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Centre in Malham, Riyadh. Saudi Arabia’s flagship technology conference LEAP has been moved from April to August. Although there is no direct reference to it in the official press release, the decision to move LEAP has been primarily influenced by the disruption that has been caused due to the ongoing conflict across the Middle East region. The decision to run LEAP at this time follows extensive consultation with…
UAE’s State Security Apparatus (SSA) has announced the dismantling of a terrorist network funded and operated by Lebanon’s Hezbollah and Iran, and the arrest of its members. The network had been operating within the country under a fictitious commercial cover and sought to infiltrate the national economy and carry out external schemes threatening the country’s financial stability. The SSA explained that the network operated according to a pre-established strategic plan in coordination with external parties linked to Hezbollah and Iran, in violation of economic and legal regulations, to launder money, finance terrorism and threaten national security. Stay up to date…