JEDDAH — The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) forecasts thunderstorms of varying intensity experiencing across several regions of Saudi Arabia from Saturday through Wednesday, September 5 to 9. Moderate to heavy rainfall is expected in the Jazan, Asir, and Al-Baha regions, as well as the highlands of the Makkah region. The heaviest rainfall is expected on Monday and Tuesday in parts of the Jazan and Asir regions, while light to moderate rain will extend to the Najran region and the southern parts of the Riyadh and Eastern regions. The weather conditions in the Jazan region includes the governorates of Al-Raith,…
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Mohannad AlKalash, Vice President, Middle East, Türkiye, Africa and Pakistan (METAP) at Zoom Communications, Inc., and Ahmed Al-Anqari, CEO at Salam, signed a partnership agreement to deliver an AI-powered collaboration solution. The strategic reseller agreement combines Salam’s local delivery capabilities with Zoom’s AI-first platform to support secure collaboration, customer engagement, and data sovereignty across the Kingdom. Etihad Salam Telecom Company (Salam), a leading provider of telecommunications services and digital infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, today signed a strategic reseller agreement with Zoom at LEAP 2026, where Salam is participating as a strategic sponsor under the theme, “Powering what’s next.” The partnership formalizes…
DUBAI, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Mark Ring, Group Director Middle East Energy, said the rapid growth of artificial intelligence and data centres is reshaping energy demand and driving the sector towards greater focus on flexible generation, storage, critical power and smart energy management as economies become increasingly reliant on electricity. Speaking to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of the exhibition’s 50th edition, Ring said the UAE has played a key role in the sector’s evolution globally and continues to help shape its future. He praised the partnership between Middle East Energy and the Ministry of Energy…
DUBAI, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Land Department (DLD) has launched the ‘Initial Registration’ platform to streamline the developer journey and integrate project registration, real estate transaction registration and escrow account management. By deploying artificial intelligence, automating processes and delivering more efficient and transparent digital services, the platform supports the sector’s readiness for growth and reinforces Dubai’s position as a global destination for real estate investment. The launch of the platform aligns with the announcement by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai of a new government framework aimed at…
DHA-licensed healthcare professionals using social media for medical advertisements must keep their personal and professional accounts separate, according to standards issued by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA). They should also avoid interacting with current or former patients through their personal social media accounts. The circular released by DHA, Standards for Medical Advertisement Content on Social Media, stated: “All healthcare professionals shall maintain a separate professional and personal social media account and avoid interacting with current or past patients on personal social media accounts.” Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The same requirement is…
RIYADH — The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has issued 1,360 licenses for collective housing serving about one million foreign workers in Saudi Arabia. This is through a new regulatory framework aimed at developing the collective housing sector and providing safe and sustainable living environments for foreign workers in the Kingdom. In a statement, the ministry stated that the new licenses impose on collective housing service providers a commitment to unified municipal, technical, health, and safety standards, ensuring the provision of safe and efficiently managed living environments, while simultaneously supporting the path of sustainable urban development. Under the new regulatory…
DUBAI — Airlines operating across the Middle East are again reshaping schedules and reviewing routings after renewed US-Iran strikes disrupted flights across the Gulf, bringing fresh uncertainty to one of the world’s busiest international aviation corridors. The US-Iran conflict has entered another dangerous phase, with US forces striking Iranian air-defense and radar systems and Tehran retaliating against US military positions and allies across the region. Iran’s army on Thursday said it targeted US bases in the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait, despite US President Donald Trump threatening further strikes against the country. This comes after extensive US bombardment on sites…
ABU DHABI, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities (MBZUH) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the British Council in the United Arab Emirates to deepen the partnership between the two institutions and broaden their collaboration in education, research, and professional development. The agreement forms part of the university’s strategy of building selective partnerships with leading institutions, partnerships that strengthen its teaching and research, develop the capabilities of its students and staff, and give its researchers greater access to international practice and expertise. The memorandum covers joint research projects and studies, academic and scholarly…
DUBAI, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Ultimate Power Solution Group, headquartered in the Sharjah International Airport Free Zone, announced the signing of more than 12 deals and commercial agreements with international and regional clients during its participation in Middle East Energy 2026 in Dubai, while showcasing a new generation of electric power generators supported by artificial intelligence, robotics, automation and advanced digital technologies. The UAE company presented a model combining electric power generator manufacturing with artificial intelligence, robotics and advanced digital technologies. It said its new products represent a strategic move towards developing the concept of the smart generator, keeping…
As families return from the summer break, Al-Futtaim IKEA is marking the season with a six-day menu inspired by the country’s culinary traditions Published: Thu 3 Sept 2026, 5:42 PM September often feels like a homecoming in the UAE. After the summer break, families return, familiar routines begin again and people find themselves catching up with those they may not have seen for several weeks. It is also a time when gathering around the table reclaims its place in everyday life. This year, Al-Futtaim IKEA is tapping into that feeling with a limited-time Emirati menu available at all IKEA restaurants…