Author: Editorial Team

MONTREAL, 14th April, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai International Airport has ranked among the world’s busiest airports for international passenger traffic, handling 95.2 million passengers in 2025, reaffirming its position as a key global aviation hub. The ranking, released today by Airports Council International (ACI), highlighted the continued strength of major airports in supporting global air connectivity, travel flows, and trade. Dubai International Airport continued its strong performance, ranking second globally in terms of total passenger traffic, while Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport retained the top spot overall with 106.3 million passengers, followed by Tokyo Haneda Airport in third place. ACI’s rankings…

In a significant step for inclusion, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced sensory rooms at Al Satwa and Oud Maitha bus stations to improve the mobility experience for People of Determination, particularly children with autism. A bus station can be a nightmare for a child with autism, with loud announcements, bright lights and crowds of strangers. It is to negate this that RTA has come up with this project to deliver innovative, customer-focused services. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. The sensory rooms are purpose-designed environments that balance relaxation and stimulation…

Doctors at Aster Hospital Mankhool have successfully reconstructed the face of a 42-year-old man following a severe accident that left him with multiple life-threatening injuries, hospital officials said on Tuesday. The patient was admitted to the emergency department with extensive facial trauma, including deep cuts, heavy bleeding, breathing difficulty, double vision, and partial facial nerve weakness. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Medical assessments revealed what specialists describe as “pan facial fractures” — a rare and complex condition involving simultaneous fractures across the upper, middle, and lower parts of the face. Such injuries…

Zane Ulhaq, Head of MENA at Endava, has penned an op-ed, in which he makes the case that sovereign AI is not going to be some sort of fringe concern in certain regions, but instead will serve as one of the key topics on the agenda when it comes to future trade agreements between global economic superpowers. Zane Ulhaq, Head of MENA at Endava, highlights how the topic of Sovereign AI is going to become a hot potato when it comes to the geopolitical landscape  The AI conversation today is far more nuanced than it was even eighteen months ago.…

RIYADH — The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) issued preemptive instructions for transit shipments at the Kingdom’s ports. This is in view of the geopolitical developments in the region that have affected some maritime routes, and the resulting changes in the patterns of shipment flow, especially shipments arriving under the transit system at the Kingdom’s ports in preparation for their transfer to other destinations. The Mawani affirmed that it is monitoring operational performance indicators at ports and is committed to maintaining smooth operations and efficient use of capacity. It also highlighted the potential consequences of goods remaining in ports for extended…

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has ranked first globally in the 2025 Digital Readiness Index issued by the International Telecommunication Union, scoring 94 out of 100 and achieving the “very high” classification. The Kingdom climbed from fourth place last year, when it scored 90 points, to lead the global rankings ahead of Finland and Germany, which both scored 93 points, followed by the United Kingdom with 92, Norway with 91, and France with 90. The index measures national digital readiness through 117 indicators across nine main pillars, assessing areas such as telecommunications policies, technology frameworks, and governance systems. The Kingdom’s inclusion…

DUBAI, 14th April, 2026 (WAM) — Atradius, a global leader in trade credit insurance and risk management, has established operations in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region, marking a significant milestone in its Middle East growth strategy. This expansion strengthens Atradius’ ability to deliver comprehensive insurance management services, providing greater support to its insurance partners across the MENA region. By joining DIFC’s globally recognised financial ecosystem and operating under the robust regulatory framework of the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Atradius – through its local partners – is…

ServiceNow, has announced that its entire product portfolio is now AI-enabled, in what has been described as a landmark move, that redefines how businesses will extract value from their investments in AI. Amit Zavery, President, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Product Officer, ServiceNow, believes that their decision to make their entire product portfolio AI-enabled will redefine the business landscape when it comes to AI. Every ServiceNow product now includes AI, data connectivity, workflow execution, security, and governance built-in. This shift enables organizations to accelerate their AI ambitions and help ensure they get the most value from AI by bringing together…

Kalba’s Al Hiyar Lake and Rest Area project is soon to be opened as one of several developments aimed at strengthening the area’s appeal as a destination for residents and tourists.  In addition to its natural setting, the site is being planned as a service-oriented stop for owners of picnic trailers, with commercial outlets and visitor facilities to be developed to high standards. The project will provide 30 parking spaces for single trailers and 60 spaces for trailers with a rest area, underlining its role as an organised stop for outdoor leisure users. Stay up to date with the latest…

Ujitsu, a global platform connecting athletes, coaches, and academies across the jiu-jitsu community, has integrated with ADI Chain to enable blockchain-backed verification of belt promotions Published: Tue 14 Apr 2026, 3:40 PM The integration addresses a persistent gap in the sport. Despite jiu-jitsu’s rapid global growth, now spanning tens of millions of practitioners across more than 100 countries, there is still no unified system to verify belt promotions across academies, countries, and organizations. Athlete records, including belt promotions, are typically stored within individual gyms or platforms, making them difficult to validate independently and, in some cases, vulnerable to loss or…