China has recently started preparations for 6G technology by launching a programme comprising regional pilots to identify potential use cases and make other advances towards eventual commercial rollout, according to state-owned news agency Xinhua . The “joint ministry-provincial collaborative pilot program”, announced by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), involves general research into 6G and how it fits into the wider mix of current and emerging technologies. Among the focuses is exploration of potential applications for the network tailored to specific demand in the regions where the trials are set to take place, including smart maritime operations and…
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One of Faizal Abdul Razak’s most vivid childhood memories involves a neighbourhood bakery in the bustling Satwa. “I remember when I was in high school, my mother would cook curry, put it in the fridge, and go to work,” he says. At around lunchtime, Razak would hurry to Sun Bakery to buy some bread, reheat it at home and use it to mop up the curry from his plate. Razak grew up in Satwa, flew the nest but returned, lured by its affordability, comfort and no-frills way of life. “I realised that all of my inspiration comes from this place,”…
SHARJAH, 10th June, 2026 (WAM) — Issa Ataya, Chief Executive Officer of Alef Group, confirmed that the newly launched AED4 billion ‘Linar’ project represents the developer’s first comprehensive urban coastal master plan, aligning with Sharjah’s vision to develop premium waterfront spaces that elevate the living experience and add genuine value to the urban landscape. He explained that the project integrates sustainability across all development stages, utilising low-carbon concrete made from recycled materials, rubberised asphalt for internal roads, and solar panels within the infrastructure to boost energy efficiency. Ataya highlighted the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with BEEAH…
WASHINGTON — US Central Command (CENTCOM) said Tuesday that American forces launched self-defense strikes against Iranian military targets following the downing of a US Army Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz. In a statement posted on X, CENTCOM said the strikes began at approximately 5 p.m. Eastern Time on the orders of President Donald Trump. “US Central Command (CENTCOM) forces began launching self-defense strikes against Iran, at 5 p.m. ET today at the Commander in Chief’s direction, in response to yesterday’s downing of a US Army Apache helicopter,” the command said. “The mission is a proportional response to unjustified…
JEDDAH — Search and rescue teams from the Makkah Border Guard successfully rescued seven persons after their vessel suffered a sudden mechanical breakdown while at sea off the coast of Rabigh governorate. The General Directorate of the Border Guard stated that the rescued persons include six Saudi citizens and one Egyptian resident. Upon receiving information about the accident, the teams responded promptly, rushed to the scene, and safely transported all seven people to shore without sustaining any injuries. The directorate reaffirmed the readiness of its maritime search and rescue units to respond to a wide range of incidents and emergencies…
Mukesh Gupta and Scott Harrell. New Agentic AI Product combines Agentic Actions, Conversational Operations and MCP integration to help teams investigate, prioritise and act faster across hybrid enterprise environments. DUBAI — Infoblox, a leading platform for preemptive security and critical network services, today announced Infoblox IQ, an agentic operations layer built on the most authoritative network, security and asset data in the enterprise. Infoblox IQ continuously analyses the DNS queries, DHCP leases, IP address assignments, device activity and security events flowing through the Infoblox platform to help teams identify issues faster, automate investigations and take action with confidence. Today’s launch…
An insurance claim report for the UAE has revealed data on who is getting sick and when. Heart attacks and strokes cause 41 per cent of deaths in the UAE and the average age for a death claim is now just 52 years old, according to the Value of Life claims report by Zurich International Life Ltd. It also showed that heart attacks and strokes kill four times more women in the UAE now than in 2020. The findings also revealed that three out of every five claims are for critical illness — not death. That means most families need financial support during recovery,…
SHARJAH, 9th June, 2026 (WAM) — The 57th edition of the Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show, the region’s largest and most prominent event for luxury jewellery and timepieces, opens tomorrow at Expo Centre Sharjah. Organised by Expo Centre Sharjah with support from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), the exhibition will run from 10th to 14th June 2026, bringing together 400 local and international exhibitors from 19 countries. This year’s edition is attracting notable global participation and first-time exhibitors, alongside a distinguished line-up of leading gold and jewellery manufacturers, acclaimed designers, luxury watchmakers, and globally recognised brands…
Skies over the UAE will be partly cloudy at times on in the eastern regions of the country on Wednesday, June 10, but the weather in general will be fair, as per the weather forecast shared by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Residents can expect light to moderate southwesterly to northwesterly winds, which may freshen at times, causing blowing dust, with a speed of 10 – 25kmph, reaching 40 kmph. The sea will be slight to moderate in the Arabian Gulf and slight in the Oman Sea. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…
RIYADH — A Saudi-Yemeni agreement, valued at $150 million, was signed on Tuesday to supply petroleum derivatives for power plants across various Yemeni governorates. The agreement signing was part of Saudi Arabia’s support through the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) to the Yemeni Ministry of Electricity and Energy. Under the patronage of Yemeni Prime Minister Dr. Shaya Mohsin Zindani, the agreement was signed by Yemeni Minister of Electricity and Energy Eng. Adnan Al-Kaf and Saudi Ambassador to Yemen and SDRPY General Supervisor Mohammed bin Saeed Al Jaber in Riyadh. On May 28, Saudi Arabia announced this urgent…