MAKKAH — The Hajj security forces arrested one Saudi citizen, two Yemeni residents, and one Egyptian resident for violating Hajj regulations by attempting to enter Makkah without a Hajj permit. The security authorities started taking legal action against them. The General Directorate of Public Security urged Saudi citizens and residents to adhere to Hajj regulations and guidelines, and to report any violations by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, and 999 in the rest of the Kingdom. Source: Saudi Gazette
Author: Editorial Team
On World Anti-Ransomware Day, the conversation around cybersecurity has shifted decisively. Ransomware is no longer a question of if but when — and increasingly, how fast. With AI-generated attacks now probing networks continuously and average breakout times collapsing to under 30 minutes, the threat landscape has outpaced the defences most organisations were built to deploy. For businesses across the Middle East, the stakes have never been higher. Attackers are no longer simply encrypting data. Modern threat actors are infiltrating identities, weaponising privileged access, exfiltrating sensitive information, and disrupting operations in sectors where downtime translates directly into economic, regulatory, and reputational…
UMM AL QAIWAIN, 12th May, 2026 (WAM) — Umm Al Qaiwain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (UAQ Chamber), and Umm Al Qaiwain Businesswomen Council (UAQBWC) signed a cooperation agreement with Network International aimed at providing specialised solutions and services that support digital transformation and enhance business efficiency in the emirate, within the framework of strengthening strategic partnerships that support the business environment and empower entrepreneurs and project owners. The agreement was signed on behalf of Umm Al Qaiwain Chamber by Ahmed Obaid Ibrahim Al Ali, Director-General of the chamber; on behalf of Umm Al Qaiwain Businesswomen Council by Aisha Rashid…
In a landmark gathering centred on peace, meditation and humanitarian service, Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar at The Art of Living International Centre to celebrate 45 years of The Art of Living and the 70th birthday of its founder. The month-long international event brought together participants from 182 countries, including diplomats, policymakers, educators, entrepreneurs, civil society leaders and grassroots beneficiaries of The Art of Living’s programmes. Farmers and prison inmates rehabilitated through the organisation’s initiatives also attended, reflecting the movement’s emphasis on inclusivity and community-led transformation. A major highlight of the event was the inauguration…
ABU DHABI, 12th May, 2026 (WAM) — AD Ports Group has signed a strategic collaboration agreement with Krivia Holdings Limited (KHL) and IRH Global Trading Ltd (IRHGT) to combine logistics infrastructure, digital trading capabilities, and structured trade payment solutions, accelerating cross-border electronics trade through Abu Dhabi. The collaboration aims to support the import, export, financing, warehousing, and movement of mobile phones and electronics, while helping position Abu Dhabi as a global hub for the sector through efficiency, transparency, connectivity, and scale. A key component of the initiative is MobyIX, a digital B2B trading platform, designed to facilitate the buying, selling,…
Kaspersky has recently detected phishing and business email compromise (BEC) attacks that are leveraging Amazon Simple Email Service (SES) – a cloud-based email service designed for businesses and developers to send and receive high-volume marketing, notification, and transactional emails (for instance, password resets). Because these emails are sent via a trusted service, they originate from reputable IP addresses, frequently include legitimate “.amazonses.com” identifiers. This makes phishing messages nearly indistinguishable from legitimate correspondence at a technical level. Users should treat unexpected emails with extreme caution. The attacks are driven by the theft and exposure of credentials from Amazon Web Services (AWS).…
An Emirati teenager drowned after slipping into Wadi Adhen Dam in Ras Al Khaimah while trying to wash his feet near the water’s edge, according to his family. Rashed Juma Ali Al Mazrouei, 16, a Grade 10 student, died in the incident after going on a bicycle ride with his cousin at around 4.30pm on Saturday, May 9. His father, Juma Ali Al Mazrouei, said the two teenagers stopped at the dam in Wadi Adhen, where recent rain had left the area muddy and the dam full. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.…
RIYADH — The Council of Ministers has directed the Ministry of Education, in coordination with the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development and other relevant authorities, to work on opening childcare nurseries at government and private sector workplaces with large numbers of employees. The move aims to strengthen women’s participation in the labor market while supporting early childhood development goals under Saudi Vision 2030. According to the Cabinet decision, authorities have been tasked with developing regulations and procedures governing the establishment of workplace nurseries in both public and private sector institutions to address organizational challenges and streamline implementation processes.…
TAIF — The Arabian oryx population has gradually recovered following decades of conservation efforts launched nearly 40 years ago. The Arabian Oryx’s number declined significantly over the past century due to overhunting, rapid development, and the deterioration of its natural habitats. In response, Saudi Arabia launched a national program in 1986 to preserve the Arabian oryx through breeding centers, affiliated with the National Center for Wildlife, with a founding group numbering around 57 animals, later supported by groups from regional and international sources. The first steps toward reintroducing the Arabian oryx were taken at the Imam Saud bin Abdulaziz Royal…
Repeated shifts between distance learning and in-person schooling are taking an emotional toll on students, leaving many children feeling unsettled, anxious, and frustrated, according to a mental health expert. Dr. Sneha John, mental health expert at Medcare Camali Clinic, is shedding light on why children of different age groups react differently to these transitions with some experiencing resistance and discomfort, while others show enthusiasm for returning to the classroom. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels In her clinical work with children and adolescents, Dr. Sneha has noted that the impact of these shifts…