RIYADH — The Ministry of Health announced on Sunday the detection of 130 violations and the closure of five non-compliant health facilities in the Riyadh, Madinah and Asir regions. The penal action was taken as part of the ministry’s oversight activities during April, which included field inspections of more than 1,500 health facilities across the Kingdom. The ministry revealed that the major violations identified included practicing medicine without a license, exceeding authorized clinical privileges, and conducting hair transplant procedures without proper licensing or by nursing staff without the supervision of qualified physicians. Additional violations included deficiencies related to infection control…
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MAKKAH — The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) has forecast dusty winds and temperatures reaching up to 47 degrees Celsius in Makkah and the holy sites during the 2026 Hajj days. The NCM announced the anticipated weather conditions in Makkah and the holy sites, expecting hot to extremely hot weather accompanied by strong surface winds that may raise dust and sand, particularly during daytime. The CEO of the NCM Dr. Ayman Ghulam stated that the period from the beginning of Dhul Hijjah until the Day of Tarwiyah (Dhul Hijjah 8) is expected to witness maximum temperatures ranging between 44 and…
ABU DHABI, 18th May, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates Palace Company (EPCO), together with LEAD Development and Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, today announced Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental Mansions, Abu Dhabi, a limited collection of thirty-five uniquely designed private residences located within the grounds of Emirates Palace. The development marks the first-time private ownership has been introduced within one of the UAE’s most historically and institutionally significant destinations. Completion is anticipated in 2029. For more than two decades, Emirates Palace has occupied a singular place within the civic and cultural life of the United Arab Emirates. Positioned along Abu Dhabi’s ceremonial coastline,…
DUBAI, 18th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library Foundation announced the launch of ‘Dubai Archive’, a national project aimed at establishing an advanced system for managing documents and knowledge assets. The strategic initiative supports Dubai’s vision to preserve its history and national heritage while strengthening its readiness for the future. The pioneering project, launched during a press conference held at the Foundation’s headquarters in Al Jaddaf, seeks to support the sustainability of Dubai’s institutional memory, enhance government efficiency, and advance digital transformation and knowledge management. ‘Dubai Archive’ marks a significant step forward in the development…
The UAE cabinet approved a project to train 80,000 federal employees in Agentic AI technologies and tools. The cabinet meeting was chaired by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of UAE, and Ruler of Dubai. The cabinet also defined the general framework for the roles of ministries and federal entities in this national project. Teams will be formed, who will then set targets and establish assessment indicators to evaluate efficiency and productivity. Sheikh Mohammed said the “journey of transformation toward UAE Government 4.0 has begun”. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Agentic AI Sheikh…
FLORIDA — Deputy Minister of Finance for International Relations Khalid Bawazier headed Saudi Arabia’s delegation participating in the third meeting of the G20 Finance and Central Bank Deputies, held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in the United States on May 14-15.Speaking at the meeting, Bawazier commended the progress achieved during the G20 Finance Track meetings this year. He emphasized the importance of maintaining focus on practical and actional outcomes, particularly with regard to, supporting sustainable growth, strengthening coordination among creditors in sovereign debt issues, and enhancing international economic cooperation amid evolving global challenges. The meetings also included a dialogue session attended…
RIYADH — The total number of passengers, who traveled through the Kingdom’s airports, reached 140.9 million during the year 2025, a 9.6 percent increase compared to 2024. According to the 2025 air transport statistics bulletin, released by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT), international flights accounted for 75.8 million arriving and departing passengers, up 9.4 percent, while domestic flights recorded 65.1 million passengers, marking a 9.8 percent increase year-on-year. King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah ranked first among the Kingdom’s airports with 53.5 million passengers, followed by King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh with 40.8 million passengers, and King Fahd International Airport,…
SHARJAH, 18th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) announced that the emirate’s economy maintained its strong performance in April 2026, with 6,440 economic licences issued and renewed, marking a 3% increase compared with the same period last year. The department reported that the number of renewed licences reached 5,843, with 597 new licences issued in April, reflecting continued economic activity and investor confidence in Sharjah’s business environment. Hamad Ali Abdullah Al Mahmoud, Chairman of the Sharjah Economic Development Department, said the figures confirm sustained investment momentum and economic growth in the emirate. He noted that Sharjah’s…
ALAIN, 18th May, 2026 (WAM) — Silal Group, the UAE’s leading agri-food and technology group, celebrated the graduation of the inaugural Cohort of the “Future Innovators Programme”. The programme is organised annually by the Advanced AgriTech Academy under Innovation Oasis, Silal Group’s research and development hub in Al Ain dedicated to advancing agricultural technology and innovation. The programme is a specialised national initiative aimed at empowering emerging Emirati agricultural innovators through practical experience, advanced scientific knowledge, and real-world applications. It is delivered in collaboration with the Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE), United Arab Emirates University, and Mawaheb,…
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library Foundation has launched the “Dubai Archive” project in collaboration with five government entities, marking a key step toward advancing digital governance. The initiative seeks to document and preserve Dubai’s history, institutional records, and cultural heritage, ensuring the nation’s memory is safeguarded for future generations through integrated digital archiving systems. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. As part of the pilot phase, the Foundation signed five cooperation agreements with key government bodies, including Dubai Municipality, the Mohammed bin Rashid Housing Establishment, the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities…