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MADINAH— Emergency teams of the Saudi Red Crescent Authority in Madinah region successfully restored the pulse of a 54-year-old Indonesian pilgrim after he suffered cardiac and respiratory arrest in the southern courtyard of the Prophet’s Mosque. Director General of the Saudi Red Crescent Authority’s Branch in Madinah region Dr. Ahmed Al-Zahrani said the medical dispatch center received the report at 5:28 a.m. on Wednesday, indicating an emergency case at the site. He added that specialized emergency teams were immediately dispatched to the location, responding within a record time of one minute and five seconds. Upon arrival, the case was identified…
One player won the Dh5 million second prize matching all the days numbers in the latest Lucky Day draw held by the UAE Lottery on Wednesday. For draw number 260429, the winning combination was: Days: 1, 11, 19, 21, 22 and 31 Lucky Month: 12 No winner was recorded for the Dh30 million jackpot. Winners across tiers A total of 2,369 players won prizes in the draw across different categories. 32 players won Dh1,000 each 2,333 players won Dh100 each Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Lucky Chance winners Three players also won…
DUBAI, 30th April, 2026 (WAM) — The General Network of Government Communication, under the General Secretariat of The Executive Council of Dubai, convened at Emirates Towers to review Dubai’s coordinated media response to recent regional developments, examine best practices, and build on its outcomes. The meeting highlighted the high level of alignment across government entities and the strength of a unified communication approach led by the Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO). The approach proved effective in reinforcing public confidence and transparency through timely and accurate communication, reflecting the resilience of the community and the stability of the emirate’s economy.…
Much to the delight of residents and tourists alike, Skydive Dubai has officially reopened its doors for an adrenaline-packed return to the skies. But it’s not just back to business as usual. Skydive Dubai marked its comeback with a striking flag-themed jump from 13,000 feet above Palm Jumeirah. Set against the city’s coastline, the team shared a video of their comeback dive with the UAE flag flying high, offering a symbolic nod to the country’s resilient spirit as it looks ahead. The jump took place at the Palm Dropzone, one of Dubai’s most photographed adventure hotspots and marked the return…
AMSTERAM, 30th April, 2026 (WAM) — A delegation from the Fujairah Government participated in the Geospatial World Forum at RAI Congress Centre, Amsterdam. The delegation was led by Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Saif Al Sharqi, Director-General of Fujairah Digital Government, and Director of Fujairah Geographic Information System Center (FGISC) Dr. Ahmed Hassan Almurshidi. The visit focused on exploring the latest advancements in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), artificial intelligence linked to spatial data, and smart city applications. These technologies aim to enhance decision-making processes and the efficiency of government services in the emirate. During the forum, Fujairah participated in a…
Ryan Kalember and Emile Abou Saleh. Inaugural global study finds 49% of UAE organisations are not fully confident their AI security controls would detect compromised AI Dubai — Proofpoint, Inc., a leading cybersecurity and compliance company, today released its 2026 AI and Human Risk Landscape report 2026 AI and Human Risk Landscape report, which explores the widening gap between how quickly organisations are operationalising AI and how prepared they are to secure and investigate the risks that follow. The global study, which surveyed more than 1,400 security professionals across 12 countries, examines how rapid AI adoption is transforming enterprise collaboration and exposing structural weaknesses in security controls and…
RIYADH — Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Wednesday that his country had successfully repaid $3.5 billion of its mandatory bilateral debt, saying that this achievement was made possible because of the pivotal support extended by Saudi Arabia. He thanked Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman for the critical support that contributed to bolster its economy.Sharif confirmed the stability of foreign exchange reserves at their current level despite the payment of international obligations. “This repayment did not affect the stability of foreign exchange reserves but rather strengthened market…
RIYADH — The Saudi Ministry of Health and the Public Health Authority have released a list of illnesses that may prevent pilgrims from obtaining a Hajj permit due to physical incapacity. These include advanced kidney failure requiring dialysis, advanced heart failure or liver cirrhosis, severe mental illnesses, dementia, advanced aging, and pregnancy in the last three months.Saudi authorities have stressed that pilgrims must meet the health requirements that enable them to perform their rituals in ease and comfort, without any health complications that could compromise their well-being.The Ministry of Health also mandated that those wishing to perform Hajj this year…
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday welcomed the United Arab Emirates’ move to pull out of OPEC and said he thinks the move could help lower oil prices. “I think it’s great,” Trump said when asked by reporters at the White House what he thought of the UAE’s decision. The UAE — one of the group’s biggest producers — said on Tuesday it was quitting OPEC, amid an unprecedented energy crisis caused by the Iran war. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels “I think ultimately it’s a good thing for getting the price…
DUBAI, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) — In a high-impact international crackdown on transnational organised financial crime, Dubai Police, under the umbrella of the UAE Ministry of Interior, have carried out a coordinated global operation, codenamed “Tri-Force Sentinel”, in partnership with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Chinese Police, leading to the arrest of 276 members of a transnational fraud network. The suspects are mainly from Southeast Asian countries. The operation delivered a decisive strike against three criminal syndicates and dismantled nine fraud centres behind high-yield investment scams (HYIS), “pig butchering” schemes, and virtual currency fraud, all of which…