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ABU DHABI, 22nd April, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received His Excellency Ahmed Al-Sharaa, President of the Syrian Arab Republic, who is on a working visit to the UAE. During the meeting, the two sides discussed fraternal relations and ways to strengthen cooperation, particularly in the development and economic fields, in a manner that supports mutual interests and benefits their peoples. They also exchanged views on regional issues of mutual interest, including developments in the Middle East and their implications for regional and international peace and security, as well as their impact…
South Korea and India recently agreed to deepen collaboration on AI, semiconductors and IT. This news marks just one in a number of pacts announced by the two as they pursue an aim to boost bilateral trade to $50 billion. The pair agreed the framework for a so-called Digital Bridge between the countries which will see them have closer links on the latest technology. It was signed alongside a raft of measures targeting other economic and cultural areas. In a statement released during the state visit of President of the Republic of Korea Lee Jae Myung to India, Prime Minister…
As the UAE approaches Eid al Adha holidays in May, school leaders have clarified that the academic calendar remains largely fixed, though limited flexibility exists within set guidelines. The update comes as questions from parents and students grow over whether this year’s Eid break could see any adjustments. Education authorities and principals across curricula are now clarifying how the holidays will be managed, as schools balance cultural observance with academic recovery and continuity. This follows recent disruptions linked to the US–Israel–Iran war, which has now reached an extended ceasefire, with schools focused on helping students transition smoothly back to face-to-face…
Every spring, says Denise Smith, a physical therapist in Chicago, she sees an increase in patients with pain in the bottoms of their feet. They’ve spent the winter in heavily cushioned shoes or boots that don’t engage their foot’s muscles, and suddenly they’re wearing sandals and flip-flops, which do. The sudden change can overload the plantar fascia, the thick band of tissue that connects your heel to the base of your toes. That stress can cause plantar fasciitis, which generally presents as a sharp pain in the sole or heel, often most noticeable with those first steps out of bed in…
ABU DHABI, 21st April, 2026 (WAM) — To mark World Creativity and Innovation Day, the Abu Dhabi Department of Community Development (DCD) has highlighted its ongoing commitment to strengthening the social sector through the launch of the Sadeem Innovation Lab, a platform designed to develop, test and scale impactful social solutions. Sadeem is the department’s internal innovation lab, set up to support teams and employees in developing practical, forward-thinking solutions to priority social challenges. It operates through a structured internal model, using established channels to ensure proper governance while accelerating the development of high-impact ideas. The lab is currently being…
NEW YORK, 22nd April, 2026 (WAM) — The Zayed Award for Human Fraternity’s Heartbeat of Humanity film series won on Tuesday the documentary category at the 30th annual Webby Awards, the leading international award honoring excellence on the web, named the ‘Internet’s highest honor’ by the New York Times and known as the “Oscars of the Internet” for its prestigious global standing in recognizing outstanding work published across websites, applications, and social media. The Heartbeat of Humanity film series won both the Webby Award – selected by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences, an over 3,000-member judging body…
Huawei recently launched its latest foldable smartphone, the Pura X Max with a fresh wide-screen form factor. This move expanded the vendor’s premium portfolio as competition intensifies in China’s high-end handset segment. The Pura X Max features a horizontal design that opens from a 5.4-inch external display into a 7.7-inch flexible tablet-style inner screen, measuring 11.2mm thick when folded and reducing to 5.2mm when unfolded. The form factor shifts away from typical narrow book-style foldables to offer a broader viewing screen. In imaging, the device’s triple camera setup comprises a 50MP main sensor with variable aperture, a 50MP telephoto lens…
Indian expats in the UAE will see some major changes regarding passport renewals and consular services in the coming weeks. Earlier this week, as Khaleej Times reported, the Embassy of India awarded a major outsourcing contract for consular services to Alhind Tours & Travels Pvt Ltd. The India-headquartered company BLS International has been in charge of these consular services for several years now. In October last year, the company was debarred from bidding for new Indian Mission contracts for two years—a ruling which was later lifted by a Delhi court. Here is everything Indian expats need to know about what…
KUALA LUMPUR, 22 April (WAM) – The UAE National Pavilion at Defence Services Asia (DSA) 2026 received more than 1,240 visitors on its third day, including international delegations and industry leaders. UAE defence companies conducted over 100 high-level meetings with global firms to discuss procurement and long-term partnerships, reinforcing the emirates’ role as a strategic security partner. Supported by the Ministry of Defence and Tawazun Council, and organised by ADNEC Group, the pavilion highlights the nation’s latest security solutions. The UAE’s participation in the Kuala Lumpur exhibition, which concludes tomorrow, aims to foster global innovation and strengthen international defence ties.…
UAE residents who may qualify for newly approved oral obesity pills such as Foundayo (orforglipron) and Wegovy — which are expected to enter the market soon — may face a question: will my insurance pay for it? Industry experts said that the answer is not clear yet. While Foundayo has been approved by the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE), insurance experts said regulatory approval does not mean a medicine is added to insurance coverage. Decisions on whether the treatment will be covered and under what conditions, are expected to be assessed. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT…