RAMALLAH — Israeli troopsshot dead an 18-year-old Palestinian in the occupied West Bank on Fiday, the Palestinian health ministry said Friday. In the early hours of Friday, the health ministry said it had been informed of “the martyrdom of the young man Haitham Ezzedine Omar Hmeida, 18, by occupation gunfire in the village of Beitin,” north east of Ramallah. It added that the man’s body was being withheld. The report comes a day after Israeli strikes killed at least nine Palestinians in Gaza, a hospital said on Thursday, even as much of the world’s attention was focused on the fighting…
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Did you miss our latest TahawulTech Friday Brief? Watch the full session and explore the key insights shared during the live discussion. In this edition, Bharat Raigangar, Global Head – AI & Cyber Security, PhoxHealth, joined Sandhya D’Mello, Technology Editor, CPI Media Group, and Daniel Shepherd, Deputy Editor, Technology Division, for an insightful discussion on the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Key topics included:• AI governance and risk management• Building cyber resilience in a rapidly changing threat environment• The role of threat intelligence and digital trust• Balancing compliance requirements with business realities Watch the LinkedIn Live recording now Stay informed with expert perspectives from the…
ABU DHABI, 5th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Ali Mohamed Al Marzooqi, Director-General of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Chairman of the Emirates Franchise Association, affirmed that the franchising sector is one of the most vital contributors to the global economy, comprising more than two million businesses worldwide and supporting over 19 million jobs, reflecting its significant role in driving economic growth and enabling entrepreneurs to expand locally and internationally. He highlighted the sector’s strong momentum in the UAE, with a growing number of international brands choosing the country as a strategic hub for regional and…
Georgia Levenson Keohane, CEO, SEDF. NEW YORK — The Soros Economic Development Fund (SEDF), the impact investing arm of Open Society Foundations, announced a $5 million commitment to the Working Capital Fund III(WCF III), an early-stage venture fund backing technologies that advance transparency, accountability, and equity across global supply chains. The commitment marks a reinvestment by SEDF, which backed WCF in a prior fund, and forms part of WCF III’s initial $31 million close, with a final target of $100 million. The investment also expands SEDF’s human rights and justice portfolio, a thematic area in which catalytic capital can play an…
IB Results Day 2026 marks an important moment for students worldwide, including many in the UAE, as they receive their outcomes from the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and Career-related Programme issued by the International Baccalaureate Organisation. The results will play a key role in shaping university admissions and next steps. For those applying to the UK, coordination with UCAS is especially important as universities begin confirming offers. Here’s what students must know from how results are released and interpreted to what happens next, including retakes, clearing and university decisions. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on…
KUALA LUMPUR — A second Malaysian state this week dissolved its assembly and called for fresh elections, setting up a key test of public support for Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s governing coalition amid signs of internal tensions. The chief minister of Negeri Sembilan announced the dissolution late Thursday, according to state news agency Bernama, paving the way for polls to be held at the same time as those in the southern state of Johor, which disbanded its assembly on Monday. No date has been set yet for either vote. While the state polls will not directly impact Anwar’s majority in…
BEIJING — Chinese President Xi Jinping will meet Kim Jong Un next week in a trip to North Korea, in his first visit in nearly seven years, according to official media in both countries. China is the largest trading partner and political ally of North Korea, which faces sweeping international sanctions as a result of its nuclear weapons program and alleged human rights violations. The visit comes weeks after Xi received US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing. It is expected that Kim will seek more trade over the land border and more Chinese tourists to…
ST. PETERSBURG, 5th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Emirates Businesswomen Council and the “Opora Russia” organisation have signed a memorandum of cooperation during the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum held in Russia. The agreement aims to strengthen cooperation in entrepreneurship, support for small and medium-sized enterprises, and women’s economic empowerment. The signing was attended by Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism; Dr. Mohamed Ahmad Sultan Essa Al Jaber, UAE Ambassador to Russia, and Alexander Kalinin, President of the “Opora Russia” organisation. Both sides affirmed that the memorandum represents an important step towards strengthening economic partnerships, expanding…
DUBAI, 5th June, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) continues to strengthen its role in supporting local and global efforts to protect the environment through an integrated portfolio of projects and initiatives that reduce carbon emissions, enhance resource efficiency and accelerate the transition towards clean energy and a green economy. World Environment Day, observed annually on 5th June and held this year under the theme “Now For Climate”, highlights that environmental protection is a strategic necessity closely linked to the future of development, quality of life and the preservation of natural resources for future generations. “Guided by…
Play971, the UAE’s first licensed sports wagering and iGaming platform, has launched access for UAE-based football fans to legally place wagers on upcoming international football matches. The platform, regulated by the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority, is open to players aged 21 and above and is accessible through mobile and desktop browsers. Operated by Coin Technology Projects LLC, Play971 offers sports wagering across international fixtures from major sports and leagues, as well as regional and local events, including UAE football and horse racing. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The platform also includes…