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RIYADH — The Ministry of Interior has announced a fine of up to SR100,000 against anyone who shelters visitors holding any type of visit visa in violation of Hajj regulations during the current Hajj season. The penalty applies to those who shelter visit visa holders in any designated accommodation, including hotels, apartments, private residences, and shelter facilities, the ministry noted. It also applies to anyone who conceals such individuals or provides any assistance that enables them to remain in Makkah or the holy sites. These measures are being enforced from Dhul Qada 1, corresponding to April 19, to Dhul Hijjah…

AL AIN, 23rd April, 2026 (WAM) — The ongoing Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition 2026 has highlighted the role of sustainable agricultural innovation and livestock development in strengthening national food security. Sheikh Eng. Salem bin Sultan bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Civil Aviation, Chairman of Ras Al Khaimah International Airport and Chairman of OneHive, said the UAE continues to advance an innovative and sustainable agricultural model, driven by modern technologies and climate-smart solutions to boost local production. He underscored the vital role of beekeeping in supporting food systems and biodiversity. The event, which runs until 26…

Danny Jenkins, Co-Founder and CEO of ThreatLocker, has written an op-ed on the stark warning issued by the UAE Cyber Security Council, which he believes should make every boardroom in the country sit up and take notice. Danny Jenkins, CEO and co-founder of ThreatLocker, said the findings from a report conducted by the UAE Cyber Security Council should really serve as wake-up call to businesses all over the UAE. The recent warning from the UAE Cyber Security Council that more than 60% of financial attacks begin with stolen login credentials should concern every boardroom in the country. Credential theft is…

Summary of Results for 1Q26: •Total Operating Income: remained stable at SAR3,612 million (1Q 2025: SAR 3,620).•Net Loans and Advances: increased by 10% year-on-year to SAR307 billion (1Q 2025: SAR279 billion).•Customer Deposits: increased by 14% year-on-year to SAR331 billion (1Q 2025: SAR290 billion).•Total Equity: increased by 11% year-on-year to SAR81 billion (1Q 2025: SAR73 billion).•Net Profit after Zakat and Income: SAR2,086 million, a 2% decrease year-on-year from SAR2,135 million in 1Q 2025, due to the provisions taken. Ms. Lubna S. Olayan, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Awwal Bank (SAB), announced on Thursday the Bank’s financial results…

RIYADH — The Saudi Council of Health Insurance (CHC) announced on Thursday the issuance of 100 decisions to impose fines, amounting to a total of SR4 million, on employers during the first quarter of 2026. This is for the violation of the provisions of the Health Insurance Law. The Council stated that these fines were imposed after granting violators a grace period to rectify their violations before taking legal action against them. This is based on Article 41 of the Health Insurance Law, which stipulates that employers are obligated to enroll in the health insurance program for their insured employees…

The foreign ministers of UAE, Jordan, Turkey, Egypt, Indonesia, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar have issued a joint statement to condemn Israeli settlers’ incursion into Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem. The ministers condemned the repeated violations of the historic and legal status quo in Jerusalem’s Islamic and Christian holy sites by Israeli occupation authorities, particularly the continued incursions by Israeli settlers and extremist ministers into Al Aqsa Mosque/Al-Haram Al-Sharif under Israeli police protection, as well as the raising of the Israeli flag within its courtyards. They further reiterated that these provocative actions at Al Aqsa Mosque / Al-Haram Al-Sharif, constitute a…

DUBAI, 23rd April, 2026 (WAM) — Salik Company PJSC has announced the signing of a strategic partnership with Valtrans Transportation Systems and Services (Valtrans), a leading transportation management and services company, aimed at facilitating digital payment for valet parking services across Valtrans’ network of locations throughout the UAE. Under the agreement, Salik will be integrated as a payment option within Valtrans-operated locations, allowing users to pay valet service fees through the Salik e-Wallet at more than 100 sites, including major destinations such as Mall of the Emirates and DIFC. This will go into effect on 1st June 2026. The collaboration…

Bangladesh has confirmed 30 deaths in a measles outbreak that has spread rapidly across the country, with most of the victims aged under two, the World Health Organisation said on Thursday. In what it described as a reversal of progress towards measles elimination in Bangladesh, the WHO said there had also been another 166 suspected deaths from the disease since mid-March. Health experts said it was the highest death toll from measles in decades. More than 19,000 suspected cases were reported from March 15 to April 14 and nearly 3,000 cases were confirmed in laboratory tests, the WHO said. Stay…

ABU DHABI, 18th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Cyber Security Council (CSC) has warned that around 25 percent of publicly accessible files contain sensitive personal data, urging users to adopt secure practices when sharing files online. In its weekly message under the “Cyber Pulse” awareness campaign, the Council highlighted the importance of safe digital behaviour to reduce exposure to cyber risks and threats. The CSC stressed that encryption and secure account management are essential cybersecurity practices, noting that protecting files transmitted عبر the internet helps prevent unauthorised access and supports a safer digital environment. It also emphasised the need to…

Atlantis Dubai has temporarily paused operations at seven restaurants across Atlantis The Palm and Atlantis The Royal, as it reviews guest demand and refines its dining strategy. In a statement, the resort said the move is part of an ongoing effort to align operations with visitor trends while maintaining high standards across its key venues, many of which continue to attract residents and tourists alike. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. The venues currently not in operation include La Mar by Gastón Acurio, Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, Cloud 22, and Ling Ling at…