The UK government has recently announced its plans to ban under 16 year-olds from social media and impose wider restrictions on gaming and live-streaming platforms in a landmark intervention to protect children online. The measures would cover social media platforms including Snapchat, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook and X, but exclude messaging services such as WhatsApp and Signal. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the move would “give kids their childhood back”, adding it represents “a line in the sand” as “tech giants had their chance and failed”. The government is also considering overnight curfews and breaks in infinite scrolling for…
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BRUSSELS, 16th June, 2026 (WAM) — Greenhouse gas emissions in the European Union amounted to approximately 3.3 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent in 2025, marking a 17.2 percent decline compared with 2015, according to preliminary estimates released by Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union. The data showed emissions decreased across most economic sectors. Emissions from the energy sector fell by 45.3 percent, while mining and quarrying recorded a decline of 33.3 percent. Emissions from manufacturing decreased by 16 percent, households by 14.7 percent and the services sector by 11.9 percent. More moderate declines were recorded in agriculture,…
The applause inside the auditorium had been warm and appreciative throughout Abu Dhabi’s fifth Urban Treasures Award Ceremony. But when one winner — the renowned Sea Shell Cafeteria that for decades has served residents of all ages was announced, the reaction shifted noticeably. The cheers grew louder; the clapping lasted longer. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. It was a reminder that the businesses being honoured on Tuesday were more than shops, salons or restaurants. For many residents, they are places woven into the fabric of everyday life, tied to childhood memories, family…
RIYADH — Saudi Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Al-Kheraiji met with Qatari Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Mohammed Al-Khulaifi in Riyadh on Tuesday. During the meeting, the ministers discussed the latest developments in the region, particularly the US-Iran agreement, as well as recent developments in Syria, Sudan, and Somalia. They expressed satisfaction with the agreement reached between the United States and Iran to cease military operations and ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. They described it as an important step toward consolidating lasting peace and promoting regional and international economic growth. Saudi Arabia and Qatar…
DUBAI, 16th June, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Municipality has launched the Specialised Asset Management Strategy 2026–2030, a guiding institutional framework designed to develop the Municipality’s asset management system and enhance the efficiency, sustainability, and value of government assets. The strategy forms part of a broader asset management framework developed by Dubai Municipality. The General Asset Management Strategy sets the Municipality’s overall direction, principles, and institutional approach to managing assets, while the Specialised Asset Management Strategy 2026–2030 provides the detailed framework for implementation, covering asset planning, governance, data quality, operation, maintenance, lifecycle management, and long-term value creation. Together, the two strategies…
The UAE’s narcotics agency thwarted a criminal plot to distribute drugs in the country, the authority announced Tuesday, June 16. The arrests came after a tip from the Federal Narcotics Control Prosecution and were carried out in coordination with Ras Al Khaimah’s police. The operation led to the arrest of several suspects and the seizure of large quantities of narcotics and psychotropic substances before they could be distributed. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. The Public Prosecution revealed the identities of all the 24 criminals involved in the ring. According to the case…
MIAMI — Five days into FIFA World Cup 2026, the tournament’s biggest story may not be the favorites chasing glory, but the underdogs refusing to lose. A remarkable Monday saw all four matches end in draws, with lower-ranked teams once again proving that reputations count for little on football’s biggest stage. Saudi Arabia joined the trend by holding 16th-ranked Uruguay to a 1-1 draw in Miami, while Cape Verde produced the shock of the tournament by frustrating European champion Spain in a goalless draw. Egypt also earned a valuable 1-1 draw against Belgium, while New Zealand battled to a 2-2…
Salesforce has recently entered into a deal to acquire AI customer service specialist Fin for around $3.6 billion. This move is calculated to bolster the organisation’s ability to help companies quickly deploy agents across communications channels. Fin’s main product is a customer support AI agent which uses its proprietary Apex model. It is marketed as resolving queries across numerous channels including live chat, email, WhatsApp, SMS, Slack and over the phone. Salesforce plans to use Fin’s offering to compliment its Agentforce platform. It noted the combination of assets would provide fast “time-to-value options” for businesses, citing SMBs and those which…
PARIS, 16th June, 2026 (WAM) — Following the signature yesterday of a strategic agreement between EDGE Group and Safran, the two companies today announced a joint venture term sheet at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris. EDGE group and Safran Electronics & Defence agreed to broaden the scope of joint work across the wider portfolios of both companies. The term sheet establishes the framework for two proposed joint ventures, one in the UAE, and one in France, leveraging the complementary industrial strengths of both partners and enabling the joint development and production of advanced defence solutions for domestic and international customers. At…
Abu Dhabi is building a Dh291 million road and tunnel to reduce travel time and ease congestion between Al Ain residential and industrial areas. The project is scheduled for completion in June 2027. The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has begun construction to improve connectivity between Al Sarooj and the Industrial Area, enhancing traffic flow and safety. The project involves building a new dual carriageway 3.2km long in each direction. It will link Al Masoud Intersection in the Industrial Area with a new signalised intersection at Falcon Roundabout on the Al Sarooj–Industrial Area Road. A key feature is a…