GAZA CITY — Hamas announced on Monday the dissolution of the body that has governed the Gaza Strip for nearly two decades, paving the way for transferring power to a technocratic committee to implement civilian rule in the Palestinian territory. In a statement, the Gaza Government Media Office said it completed the administrative and legal arrangements necessary for the handover of the administration of the enclave to the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG). It said the preparations had been presented to a national team representing Palestinian factions and political forces, the Higher Committee of Clans and Tribes,…
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UAE skies today will be fair in general, with a decrease in temperatures westward, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said in its weather bulletin. The weather will be humid by night and Wednesday morning over some coastal and internal areas, with a probability of mist formation. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Temperatures in Abu Dhabi will range between 29°C and 41°C, while those in Dubai and Sharjah will be between 31°C and 41°C. The humidity levels in Abu Dhabi and Dubai are expected to range between 25% and 85%, while in…
Ghassan Azzi, Sales Director, Middle & Africa at Sandisk. Ghassan Azzi, Sales Director, Middle & Africa at Sandisk, on the company’s enterprise storage push, the thinking behind the new SANDISK Optimus Internal SSD range, and why he believes flash is the foundation of tomorrow’s data-driven economy. Dubai — The UAE’s push to become a digital-first nation is reshaping how organisations think about data. Investments in data centres, cloud infrastructure and artificial intelligence are accelerating, and the storage layer underpinning all of it is moving into sharper focus. Sandisk has operated in the Middle East for more than 25 years, building…
“Bounce Back Syndrome” is a term that may be unfamiliar to many, but its consequences are widely recognized. It’s what happens when pet owners, relieved that their animal seems fine after a veterinary visit, skip the follow-up appointments that matter most. This is where things can quietly go wrong. Infections can develop, and conditions that were caught early may begin to worsen. It’s not negligence, it’s simply human nature. Dr. Sasa Mlinar, Head Veterinarian at Aura Veterinary Clinic, shared his perspective on the issue. “Yes, it’s quite common. Some diseases move faster than the symptoms, such as heart disease and…
SHARJAH, 6th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Board of Directors of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) held the first meeting of its 18th term, reaffirming its commitment to advancing Sharjah’s economic development and strengthening the emirate’s position as a leading business and investment destination. The Board expressed its gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, for the confidence placed in it under the Emiri Decree establishing the Board. Meeting at SCCI headquarters, members pledged to build on Sharjah’s economic achievements and enhance its global competitiveness. They…
MAKKAH — The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque continues to enhance services for worshippers at the Grand Mosque through one of the world’s largest cooling systems. Part of cooling system in Grand Mosque. (file photo) The authority operates an integrated cooling system with a capacity of approximately 155,000 refrigeration tons, maintaining temperatures between 22°C and 24°C throughout the Grand Mosque to ensure maximum comfort, particularly during peak periods and high summer temperatures. The system also purifies the air with an efficiency rate of up to 95% using advanced air…
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense has relaunched its overseas military scholarship program with a renewed vision aimed at preparing highly qualified officers through education at leading military academies around the world. The program targets outstanding high school graduates who have been admitted to the ministry’s military colleges, with the goal of producing officers who combine national military training with international expertise to strengthen the readiness of the Saudi Armed Forces and meet their current and future needs. Under the program, 250 students will be awarded scholarships each year for five-year programs at 21 distinguished universities, military academies and…
For many parents in the UAE, what may seem like ordinary school-related fatigue could be an early sign of something more serious. Doctors say iron deficiency in children is often overlooked because its symptoms closely resemble normal tiredness, exam stress, or changes associated with growth and adolescence. According to medics, regional studies suggest that iron deficiency and iron-deficiency anaemia affect around 20 to 30 per cent of children, making it one of the most common nutritional deficiencies among youngsters. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. ‘We thought it was school stress’ For some…
NEW YORK, 6th July, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE participated in United Nations Counter-Terrorism Week, held from 29 June to 2 July 2026. The event convened under the theme “A Future Free from Terrorism: Consolidating the Global Commitment to Multi-Stakeholder Approaches to Counter Terrorism through Member States’ Leadership and Action”. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity for the UAE Government, and Maqsoud Kruse, Envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Countering Extremism and Terrorism, led the UAE delegation. During the Fourth UN High-Level Session on Strategic Capacity-Building Responses: Countering the Misuse of AI and New and Emerging Technologies,…
SHARJAH, 6th July, 2026 (WAM) — Amid rapid geopolitical, technological and economic change, the ninth Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2026) will bring together policymakers, investors, business leaders and economic experts from the UAE and around the world to explore the future of investment and the role of adaptive economies in driving sustainable growth. Organised by the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) in collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Investment, the forum will take place on October 14–15 at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre under the theme “Building Adaptive Economies.” Through keynote addresses, panel discussions, and high-level meetings between…