SHARJAH, 3rd July, 2026 (WAM) — Majra – National CSR Fund, in collaboration with the Ministry of Economy and Tourism and Seafood Souq, concluded the Fisheries Impact Lab in Sharjah, bringing together more than 35 experts, researchers, decision-makers, industry leaders, government representatives, private sector stakeholders, academic institutions, and technology and innovation providers. The lab aims to unite efforts and co-create practical solutions that deliver credible and measurable impact, advancing the sustainability of the fisheries sector, strengthening food security, and creating long-term national value for the UAE. The initiative reflects Majra’s commitment to strengthening the UAE’s Sustainable Impact Ecosystem through cross-sector…
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Young content creators under the age of 15 will not be forced to abandon their creative work under the UAE’s new Cabinet Resolution on children’s social media access, officials clarified on Wednesday, provided their accounts are fully owned and managed by a parent or guardian. The clarification came during a media briefing on the resolution, which sets 15 as the strict minimum age for children to create or operate personal social media accounts. While the law is absolute on that point, officials were careful to draw a clear distinction between a child owning an account and a child appearing in content…
RIYADH — The Joint Forces Command of the Coalition has pledged to respond with unprecedented determination and force to any attempt targeting Saudi Arabia, its citizens, residents, or national assets, saying such measures will also safeguard the sovereignty of Yemen in accordance with customary international humanitarian law. In a statement issued Saturday, the Coalition’s official spokesman, Maj. Gen. Turki Al-Maliki, said recent Houthi statements against the Kingdom were an attempt to divert attention from the group’s grave violations against the Yemeni people and its efforts to shift the consequences of the economic crisis beyond Yemen’s borders. Al-Maliki said the Houthi…
The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has partnered with global hospitality operator Minor Hotels to manage and operate the Sharjah Collection, marking a new phase in the growth of the emirate’s portfolio of nature-based and heritage-inspired hospitality destinations. The agreement, signed during a ceremony at the House of Wisdom in Sharjah, will see Minor Hotels oversee the management of seven boutique retreats located across the emirate’s desert, mountain, coastal and heritage destinations. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The signing ceremony was attended by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of…
TEHRAN — Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Eng. Waleed Al-Khuraiji conveyed the condolences of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the death of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Eng. Waleed Al-Khuraiji greets Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian during the funeral of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran. — SPA Al-Khuraiji delivered the condolences while attending an official memorial ceremony held in Tehran on Friday, expressing the sympathies of the Saudi leadership to the Iranian president over the…
ABU DHABI, 3rd July, 2026 (WAM) — DDSC, the UAE dirham-backed stablecoin developed through the collaboration between IHC, First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) and Sirius International Holding, has received a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) to go live on selected Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA)-regulated exchange platforms. The approval, granted upon fulfilment of the CBUAE’s requirements, marks another major milestone in the rollout of DDSC, paving the way for broader adoption of a regulated UAE dirham-denominated digital payment and settlement asset across the UAE’s digital economy. DDSC is pegged 1:1 to the UAE…
ARLINGTON, Texas — Egypt reached the World Cup Round of 16 for the first time in history after defeating Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout on Friday following a 1-1 draw after extra time. Hossam Abdelmaguid converted the decisive penalty as the Pharaohs won their first-ever knockout match in their fourth World Cup appearance. Egypt will face either defending champion Argentina or Cape Verde in the Round of 16 on Tuesday in Atlanta. Australia goalkeeper Mathew Ryan, who replaced starter Patrick Beach late in extra time specifically for the shootout, failed to save any of Egypt’s four penalties. Mahmoud Saber,…
VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Riyad Mahrez announced his retirement from international football on Friday after Algeria’s 2-0 defeat to Switzerland ended the Desert Foxes’ FIFA World Cup campaign in the Round of 32. “There were good times and difficult times as well, of course. That’s part of a career,” Mahrez said after the match. “But representing Algeria has been a dream of mine ever since I was young, to play for my country. It’s been an immense honor and a great source of pride. “It is the new generation’s turn to play.” As he left the pitch following the final…
OpenAI is reportedly evaluating a proposal from U.S. President Donald Trump to hand the government a 5% equity stake. This news comes at a time the company is seeking to build political support by distributing the financial gains from AI. According to the Financial Times (FT), the proposal centres on giving the public a financial stake in AI through government ownership after CEO Sam Altman argued it is the best way to share the technology’s economic upside. The plan would involve other leading US AI developers also allocating 5% of their equity, though it remains unclear whether they would support…
QINGDAO, China, 3rd July, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK) boosted its international profile through its participation in the 1st China–Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Forum on Scientific, Technological and Innovation Cooperation, held in Qingdao, People’s Republic of China. The Forum brought together government officials, representatives of the SCO Secretariat, universities, research institutions, technology companies, investors, and entrepreneurs from SCO member states and partner countries. The event served as a high-level international platform to advance cooperation in science, technology, and innovation, promote joint research and development, accelerate technology transfer, encourage investment in future industries, and strengthen…