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SEOUL, 12th March, 2026 (WAM) — The Republic of Korea’s exports of information and communication technology (ICT) products more than doubled in February from a year earlier, with shipments of chips soaring amid the global artificial intelligence (AI) boom, data showed Thursday. Outbound shipments of ICT products in February reached US$33.6 billion, compared with $16.5 billion a year earlier, according to data compiled by the Ministry of Science and ICT, posting a sharp increase from last year despite having fewer working days. It marks the biggest exports in terms of value for any February. Imports moved up 19.6 percent to…
ABU DHABI, 12th March, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Red Crescent Authority (ERC), has reviewed the progress of the ERC’s Ramadan programmes inside and outside the UAE. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan directed the strengthening of ERC initiatives during the last ten days of Ramadan, particularly in countries facing humanitarian challenges, in line with the UAE’s humanitarian approach under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The remarks came during a meeting at Al Nakheel Palace in Abu Dhabi, where H.H.…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] A single sentence spoken by UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan during a hospital visit on March 7 has gone viral, spreading rapidly across social media platforms among citizens and residents alike. For many, the President’s words brought forth deep emotions. The image of the President raising his finger as he spoke quickly became a symbol. Businesses and individuals are printing the quote and his portrait on spare-tyre covers of SUVs, phone cases, magnetic wallet attachments, paper cups and hand-painted canvases. The President delivered the…
Parents or guardians who fail to ensure their children receive mandatory vaccinations under the UAE’s national immunisation programme could face fines up to Dh20,000, according to a draft law recently approved by the Federal National Council. The council approved proposed amendments to the country’s infectious disease law during a session in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday night. This is part of efforts to strengthen the UAE’s framework for combating communicable diseases and safeguarding public health. Under the new provisions, parents or guardians who refuse or neglect to have a child vaccinated may be fined between Dh5,000 and Dh20,000. It is not…
ABU DHABI, 12th March, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE air defence systems on 11 March 2026 intercepted six ballistic missiles, seven cruise missiles and 39 drones, launched from Iran. Since the onset of the blatant Iranian aggression, UAE air defences have intercepted 268 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,514 UAVs. These attacks have resulted in six fatalities of Emirati, Pakistani, Nepali and Bangladeshi nationals, and 131 minor to moderate injuries among nationals of the UAE, Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, the Philippines, Pakistan, Iran, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Azerbaijan, Yemen, Uganda, Eritrea, Lebanon, Afghanistan, Bahrain, Comoros, Türkiye, Iraq, Nepal, Nigeria, Oman,…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] Residents across the UAE sometimes receive a mobile alert warning of a potential missile threat, only to receive another message minutes later confirming that the situation is safe. According to the Ministry of Defence, the reason lies in the speed at which modern air defence systems detect, analyse and respond to threats. “In modern defensive operations, time is the most critical factor,” Brigadier Staff Mohammed Al Ketbi, official spokesperson for the Ministry of Defence, told Khaleej Times in an exclusive interview. He explained that modern air defence…
For nearly three hours, the car moved slowly along the Al Ain highway, keeping pace with a dog running along the roadside. She was exhausted, skinny, clearly lost, but every time the driver tried to approach, she kept running. By the time volunteers reached her, Yuki was dehydrated, frightened and without a microchip to trace where she had come from. Within days, however, she would find safety, medical care and eventually a new home. Her rescue was made possible by No Pet Left Behind UAE, a rapidly growing volunteer network connecting rescuers, fosters and adopters across the country, often through…
Jay Miley, CEO of Myriad360. Strategic acquisition forms a scaled, growth-led global platform spanning infrastructure, AI activation, managed services, and enterprise delivery. Dubai — Myriad360, a global solutions and systems integrator specialising in cybersecurity, modern infrastructure, cloud, and artificial intelligence, today announced the acquisition of Advizex Technologies, a nationally recognised technology solutions provider with deep expertise in hybrid infrastructure, data engineering, AI platforms, and managed services. As enterprise demand accelerates for AI-ready infrastructure, data platform modernisation, and lifecycle managed services, this acquisition forms a scaled enterprise platform representing over $900 million in annual run-rate gross revenue. The integrated organisation expands…
UAE-based carrier flydubai has announced that flights to and from Riyadh will undergo a terminal change, starting February 25. Now, Riyadh flights will operate to Terminal 5 of King Khalid International Airport (RUH), instead of Terminal 3. The last flights operating from Terminal 3 are FZ 843 and FZ 844 on February 25, on the Riyadh-Dubai route, flydubai said in an operation update. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Meanwhile, FZ 849 and FZ 850 between Riyadh and Dubai will be the first flights operating from Terminal 5 on February 25, it added.…
With the first week of Ramadan concluding, many residents are now beginning to get into the rhythm. The headaches, irritability, and low energy that many struggled with during the first few days, especially those who rely on strong coffee or morning cigarettes as part of their routine, are common withdrawal symptoms. By the end of week one, the body has already started adjusting. Ramadan Prayer Timings Health and nutrition experts said this phase is critical. While the physical withdrawal is easing, managing cravings properly now, especially for nicotine, can prevent people from overcompensating after iftar or falling back into old…