CyberKnight Technologies concluded a landmark three days at GISEC Global 2026 at Expo City Dubai. The company brought 16 technology vendors together under one integrated Zero Trust strategy, signed strategic MOUs with Harness and Asimily, launched the region’s first Women in Cybersecurity series, received an official award from Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity for the UAE Government, and celebrated its ecosystem with an exclusive Gala Dinner. The stand at GISEC was among the most distinctive at the event, featuring dedicated zones across fivesecurity pillars: AI driven SOC automation and threat detection (CrowdStrike, Swimlane, NetWitness, Group-IB) Data protection and…
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ABU DHABI, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) — A climate pattern centered in the North Pacific can raise or lower oxygen levels across the world’s oceans, potentially changing marine habitats within a few years and producing delayed responses in deeper waters, according to new research from NYU Abu Dhabi. The study, published in Geophysical Research Letters, found that changes in Pacific climate conditions affect ocean oxygen in two distinct ways. Oxygen levels in shallower waters can change relatively quickly, potentially shrinking or expanding marine habitats, while deeper waters respond more slowly and can retain the effects of past climate conditions for…
AMMAN — Hundreds of Israeli settlers stormed Joseph’s Tomb in the eastern part of Nablus early Thursday and performed Jewish rituals at the site under heavy protection from Israeli forces. Israeli military vehicles raided the eastern part of the city, forcing residents of homes surrounding the site to evacuate and turning the houses into military posts. Israeli snipers were also deployed on the rooftops of several homes, sources told Palestinian news agency WAFA. The sources added that buses carrying hundreds of settlers entered the eastern part of Nablus and headed to Joseph’s Tomb to perform Talmudic rituals. Earlier, Israeli forces…
ABU DHABI, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) — Mubadala Investment Company (Mubadala), an Abu Dhabi sovereign investor, and TARAF, the real estate division of UAE-headquartered investment holding group Yas Holding, have announced a partnership with Kerzner International Holdings Limited (Kerzner), an independent developer and operator of luxury hospitality and residential properties, to introduce a new collection of One&Only Private Residences on Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi. The agreement was witnessed by Dr. Bakheet Al Katheeri, Chief Executive Officer of Mubadala’s UAE Investments platform, Wissam El Dik, Chief Development Officer of Taraf Development, and Juan Aguilar, President of Real Estate, Kerzner International…
The announcement comes during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, reinforcing the importance of breast health awareness, early detection and timely access to specialised care Published: Thu 1 Oct 2026, 2:21 PM American Hospital Dubai is expanding its transformative healthcare footprint with the launch of its latest initiative, the Breast Institute. The state-of-the-art facility will offer advanced diagnostics, multidisciplinary treatment and the latest surgical procedures, all under one roof, alongside long-term support, marking a new chapter in integrated breast healthcare in the UAE and the region. The Breast Institute, to be announced in October, will provide the full range of breast health…
ISLAMABAD — Pakistan has launched fresh airstrikes in Afghanistan, targeting the alleged hideouts of militants blamed for deadly cross-border attacks, officials said on Thursday. At least two hideouts were targeted in the provinces of Helmand and Kunar in early morning airstrikes, Pakistani Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said. At least 22 militants were killed and their arms and ammunition were destroyed, Tarar said in a statement. Afghanistan’s Taliban government said the attacks killed nine civilians and injured 11 others. Zabihullah Mujahid, the chief spokesman of the Afghan Taliban, said the strikes hit homes in the Kunar and Helmand provinces bordering Pakistan.…
OMODA & JAECOO will unveil its latest crossover, OMODA X, alongside advances in hybrid mobility and intelligent vehicle technology at its International User Summit, taking place in Wuhu, China, from October 18 to 24. Held under the theme “DRIVE TO THE NEXT VIBE”, the summit will showcase the brand’s vision for next-generation mobility, with developments relevant to younger motorists in the UAE seeking distinctive design, fuel efficiency and connected driving experiences. The event will feature three major activities: OMODA X Night, the OMODA Super Hybrid Marathon and the Super Intelligent Experience Lab, highlighting innovations in vehicle design, electrification and artificial…
DUBAI, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Electronic Security Centre (DESC) has launched “Don’t Get Played”, a cybersecurity awareness campaign running throughout October as part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The campaign aims to help members of the community recognise common scam tactics and warning signs, while encouraging one simple and effective habit before responding to anything suspicious: Pause. Verify. Don’t Get Played. The campaign also features competitions with a total prize pool of AED230,000, targeting university students, content creators and community members, alongside Security Operations Centre (SOC) teams from Dubai Government entities. The competitions invite participants to apply their…
JEDDAH — Heavy thunderstorms capable of causing flash floods, accompanied by hail and active winds stirring up dust and sand, are expected over parts of Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, Makkah and Madinah on Thursday, according to the National Center for Meteorology (NCM). The NCM issued a red alertAl-Baha Region for Al-Aqiq from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., while in Asir the red alert covers Ahad Rafidah and Khamis Mushait from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. A red alert was also issued for Madinah from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Fog may also form over parts of those regions, as well as…
DUBAI, 30th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) and the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO), the founder and organiser of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, on Wednesday announced a 10-year extension of their partnership for the FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC), running until the end of 2037. The new agreement will take effect at the end of 2027, when the current agreement expires, and aims to support the championship’s continued growth and commercial development. Under the extended partnership agreement, all regulatory processes will be overseen by FIA Working Groups and the FIA Endurance Commission,…