[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] Space42 confirmed all its operations are proceeding normally and without any impact on services provided after an Iranian missile targeted the Thuraya Telecommunications Company building in Sharjah on Tuesday, April 7. The company also assured that all Thuraya services and infrastructure remain fully intact and continue to perform their functions without any interruption in services provided to customers and partners. Two Pakistani expats were moderately injured in the incident, which happened on Tuesday afternoon. The injured individuals were transferred to a hospital for treatment. Stay up to date…
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Nearly half of the adults in UAE are eating fast food multiple times a week, not out of convenience, but because they enjoy it, highlighting a shift in eating habits and raising concerns about long-term public health. According to new research by Dr Lynne Kennedy, Professor of Public Health and Nutrition at Zayed University, the study offers one of the first detailed looks at fast-food consumption patterns among adults in the UAE. Based on a survey of 320 residents, the research found that 46.6 per cent of adults consume fast food at least twice a week, with some reporting near-daily…
ABU DHABI, 7th April, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) continues to reinforce its role as a development partner in the global healthcare sector, financing high-impact projects that enhance healthcare infrastructure, improve medical services, and expand access to care. These efforts align with the UAE’s national vision, which places human health and quality of life at the centre of its development objectives. On World Health Day 2026, celebrated under the theme “Together for Health. Stand with Science,” ADFD highlights its developmental approach to healthcare. Through its initiatives, the Fund strengthens health systems, improves service quality, and addresses…
UAE residents can expect some rainfall over some western areas by Thursday morning, as per the country’s National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) Overall, skies on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, will be fair to partly cloudy, becoming cloudy by night. There will be light to moderate Northwesterly to Southwesterly winds, which will freshen during daytime causing blowing dust, with a speed ranging between 10 and 25kmph, reaching 40 kmph. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels The sea will be rough to moderate in the Arabian Gulf and in the Oman Sea. Temperatures across the…
The first Emirati female biker and the founder of ‘She Rides AE’, has transformed her personal passion into a thriving, supportive community for women across the UAE. What began as a solitary journey to challenge societal norms has now evolved into a powerful movement, inspiring women to conquer their fears, embrace adventure, and hit the open road with confidence. With over six years of experience in the motorcycling world, Jojuana is not just a rider; she is a trailblazer. As an ambassador for Suzuki, her journey encompasses everything from riding and organising events to building an entire community dedicated to…
If you’ve been scrolling through your feed lately, you’ve probably seen a massive, chocolate-drenched monolith that looks like Kinder Bueno’s giant cousin. The viral XXL Kinder Bueno-style cake that basically took over social media in Kuwait has officially touched down in Dubai, thanks to Casa Pons UAE. In true Dubai fashion, the cake has instantly become the newest star of the “viral food” circuit. Whether it’s the Fix Dubai Chocolate craze, the tissue cake or the pull-me-up desserts that preceded it, you can always count on the city’s dessert lovers to turn every sweet trend into a full-blown obsession. So,…
DUBAI, 7th April, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, revealed the agenda of the second edition of the Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition 2026. The event will be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, at ADNEC Centre Al Ain from 22nd to 26th April. This came during the official press conference, attended by officials from the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, event partners, and the media, held today at the Creators Headquarters…
ZHENGZHOU, 31st March, 2026 (WAM) — China’s domestically developed NORINCO LUCA large cargo unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) completed its maiden flight on Tuesday in Zhengzhou, Henan province, marking a milestone in the country’s low-altitude logistics sector, Global Times reported. Developed by state-owned Norinco Group, the aircraft is the largest logistics unmanned cargo plane to achieve a successful first flight, according to the company, representing China’s first 7-tonne-class fixed-wing “unmanned aerial heavy truck”. During the test flight, the aircraft took off after a runway roll of just over 200 metres and remained airborne for around 30 minutes, successfully validating key systems…
DUBAI, 3rd April, 2026 (WAM) — The 23rd edition of the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship has commenced at the Dubai World Trade Centre, further cementing the UAE’s reputation as a premier global hub for equestrian excellence. Featuring 155 horses from 12 nations, the opening day saw 18 qualifiers secure their places for the final championships. The event highlights the international community’s immense trust in the UAE’s organisational capabilities. Ziad Galadari, Chairman of the Higher Organising Committee, noted that the wide international participation reflects the country’s status as a secure and sophisticated destination for major sporting events. This success is…
Sharjah will set up a committee to control and remove violations, and reduce fire risk, in commercial and industrial warehouses. The committee will conduct comprehensive inspection tours in all warehouses to assess the extent of compliance of the facilities with safety and safety standards. Preventive measures to reduce the incidence and recurrence of fires include imposing severe penalties on those who do not comply with preventive standards and storing hazardous and flammable substances. Source: Khaleej Times