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ABU DHABI, 13th March, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Cybersecurity Council (CSC) has warned of the growing threat posed by “wiper malware,” which can target individuals and organisations by deleting or damaging data and disrupting systems and services. The council said that such attacks could affect daily digital use, business continuity and operational processes, particularly where preparedness is weak or preventive measures are lacking. It noted that cyber threats are evolving beyond attacks aimed at stealing information or gaining unauthorised access, increasingly including destructive operations designed to cause widespread disruption in targeted digital environments. Wiper malware falls into this category,…
Tenancy contracts in shared accommodation will need to be officially recorded in a government registry under Dubai’s new housing law, lawyers have said. The law regulating shared housing in the emirate was recently issued by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The legislation introduces a Shared Accommodation Register, where tenancy contracts, management agreements and details of residents living in shared housing units will be recorded. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Lawyers say this step will help protect residents living in shared…
When Abu Dhabi resident Rika Burger logged into Instagram sometime last year, just like any other day, the algorithm gods blessed her feed with reels of people sitting silently, hunched over their books, and reading outdoors in sunny Cape Town. “People were sitting on the street and on camping chairs outside, reading on a Sunday, and the street was closed to traffic,” she says. She learnt that they were part of the Silent Book Club Cape Town, the local chapter of the US-based Silent Book Club, which, as the name suggests, is a silent book club with many such local chapters across the…
FUJAIRAH, 13th March, 2026 (WAM) — Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, conducted a site visit to the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone (FOIZ) to review the response measures taken following the fire incident that recently occurred at one of the zone’s facilities. The visit aimed to assess the efforts of emergency teams and relevant authorities in containing the incident, while ensuring the safety of critical infrastructure and the continuity of operations. During the visit, Al Mazrouei was briefed on the rapid response mechanisms implemented to contain the fire, as well as the operational plans adopted for managing…
WASHINGTON, 22nd February, 2026 (WAM) — SpaceX has launched 53 satellites into orbit as part of its expanding Starlink constellation, executing two separate missions that further demonstrate the company’s advancing capabilities in space logistics and rocket reusability. SpaceX launched two more batches of Starlink satellites on Saturday, and in the process set a new rocket reuse record. The 53 new Starlink satellites added to SpaceX’s megaconstellation of more than 9700 active broadband internet relay units. The dual missions marked the 21st and 22nd Falcon 9 launches of the year. Source: Emirates News Agency
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has issued a law on violations, penalties, and administrative measures in the emirate. The law aims to establish a clear and binding legal framework for government entities on administrative violations, penalties, and measures imposed for violations of Dubai’s laws. It also promotes transparency, fairness, accountability, and legality, and sets clear rules for imposing administrative penalties and measures in a manner that protects rights and freedoms, ensures the continuity of public services, and serves society’s interests. The law further seeks to support the delivery…
DUBAI, 13th March, 2026 (WAM) — The General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA) renewed its “Bus of Goodness” humanitarian initiative during Ramadan in collaboration with Beit Al Khair Society and Dubai Charity Association as part of its commitment to promoting social solidarity and strengthening the values of community responsibility. The initiative comes in appreciation of the vital role played by the workforce in supporting Dubai’s development journey. Teams of employees and volunteers from the GDRFA distributed Iftar meals across areas of the emirate, notably Jebel Ali, Al Quoz, Dubai Investment Park (DIP), and Muhaisnah. So far…
Running until March 15, unbeatable discounts across hundreds of brands in store and online across Dubai Published: Fri 13 Mar 2026, 3:19 PM If your Eid shopping list is getting longer, the 3 Day Super Sale might be exactly what you’ve been waiting for. Running until March 15, the Ramadan Edition of the 3 Day Super Sale is bringing together hundreds of international brands and homegrown favourites across Dubai’s malls and retail destinations with discounts of up to 90 per cent available for a limited time. Whether you’re planning ahead for Eid, refreshing your wardrobe for the summer, or simply…
BRUSSELS, 12th March, 2026 (WAM) — First podium in UAE Team ADQ colours for Megan Jastrab, who finished third on Wednesday at the IXINA Leeuw-Oetingen in Belgium. Well supported by her teammates, Jastrab played a leading role in the final of the 140-kilometre race from Sint-Pieters-Leeuw to Oetingen. In the first part of the race, the team worked to control the peloton and protect its fast riders, thanks to the efforts of Alena Ivanchenko, Fee Knaven and Eilidh Shaw. In the decisive phase, Belgian rider Febe Jooris played a crucial role at the front of the bunch, positioning Megan Jastrab…
DUBAI, 13th March, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, recently held a meeting with the Fruit and Vegetable Traders Business Group to discuss ways to enhance the resilience and competitiveness of the sector, while ensuring the smooth flow of imports from a wider range of markets. The meeting, attended by Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, explored the priorities of companies operating in the fruit and vegetable trade and examined practical ways to diversify sourcing channels and strengthen supply chain resilience. The discussions…