Author: Editorial Team

DUBAI — Iranian gunboats fired on two ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday as Tehran maintained its grip on the vital energy channel, while two of its own oil supertankers tested a US blockade. The UK Maritime Trade Operations, a naval liaison with the shipping industry, said on X that a cargo ship and a container ship came under fire in the waterway. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed that its naval forces intercepted two vessels in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday over alleged violations. In a statement, the IRGC Navy said the vessels — identified…

HONOR, a global AI device ecosystem company, unveiled the HONOR 600 Series including HONOR 600 and HONOR 600 Pro, at an exclusive launch event held at Crowne Plaza RDC Riyadh Hotel & Convention Center, Riyadh, bringing together media, partners, influencers, and technology enthusiasts for an immersive first look at its latest innovation. The event highlighted the brand’s continued focus on AI-driven experiences and advanced imaging, with attendees introduced to the series’ standout features through live demonstrations and experience zones. The event experience was designed as an interactive journey, featuring dedicated zones that allowed attendees to explore the HONOR 600 Series…

As the UAE approaches Eid al Adha holidays in May, school leaders have clarified that the academic calendar remains largely fixed, though limited flexibility exists within set guidelines. The update comes as questions from parents and students grow over whether this year’s Eid break could see any adjustments. Education authorities and principals across curricula are now clarifying how the holidays will be managed, as schools balance cultural observance with academic recovery and continuity. This follows recent disruptions linked to the US–Israel–Iran war, which has now reached an extended ceasefire, with schools focused on helping students transition smoothly back to face-to-face…

SEOUL, 23rd April, 2026 (WAM) — The Republic of Korea’s economy posted its fastest quarterly growth in 5 1/2 years in the first quarter, supported by solid exports amid a semiconductor upcycle and resilient domestic demand, central bank data showed Thursday. The country’s real gross domestic product (GDP) — a key measure of economic growth — rose 1.7 percent in the January-March period from three months earlier, Yonhap News Agency reported, citing preliminary data from the Bank of Korea (BOK). It marked the strongest quarterly growth since the third quarter of 2020, when the economy expanded 2.2 percent. The figure…

Every spring, says Denise Smith, a physical therapist in Chicago, she sees an increase in patients with pain in the bottoms of their feet. They’ve spent the winter in heavily cushioned shoes or boots that don’t engage their foot’s muscles, and suddenly they’re wearing sandals and flip-flops, which do. The sudden change can overload the plantar fascia, the thick band of tissue that connects your heel to the base of your toes. That stress can cause plantar fasciitis, which generally presents as a sharp pain in the sole or heel, often most noticeable with those first steps out of bed in…

ABU DHABI, 21st April, 2026 (WAM) — To mark World Creativity and Innovation Day, the Abu Dhabi Department of Community Development (DCD) has highlighted its ongoing commitment to strengthening the social sector through the launch of the Sadeem Innovation Lab, a platform designed to develop, test and scale impactful social solutions. Sadeem is the department’s internal innovation lab, set up to support teams and employees in developing practical, forward-thinking solutions to priority social challenges. It operates through a structured internal model, using established channels to ensure proper governance while accelerating the development of high-impact ideas. The lab is currently being…

Indian expats in the UAE will see some major changes regarding passport renewals and consular services in the coming weeks. Earlier this week, as Khaleej Times reported, the Embassy of India awarded a major outsourcing contract for consular services to Alhind Tours & Travels Pvt Ltd. The India-headquartered company BLS International has been in charge of these consular services for several years now. In October last year, the company was debarred from bidding for new Indian Mission contracts for two years—a ruling which was later lifted by a Delhi court. Here is everything Indian expats need to know about what…

UAE residents who may qualify for newly approved oral obesity pills such as Foundayo (orforglipron) and Wegovy — which are expected to enter the market soon — may face a question: will my insurance pay for it? Industry experts said that the answer is not clear yet. While Foundayo has been approved by the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE), insurance experts said regulatory approval does not mean a medicine is added to insurance coverage. Decisions on whether the treatment will be covered and under what conditions, are expected to be assessed. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT…

Huawei recently launched its latest foldable smartphone, the Pura X Max with a fresh wide-screen form factor. This move expanded the vendor’s premium portfolio as competition intensifies in China’s high-end handset segment. The Pura X Max features a horizontal design that opens from a 5.4-inch external display into a 7.7-inch flexible tablet-style inner screen, measuring 11.2mm thick when folded and reducing to 5.2mm when unfolded. The form factor shifts away from typical narrow book-style foldables to offer a broader viewing screen. In imaging, the device’s triple camera setup comprises a 50MP main sensor with variable aperture, a 50MP telephoto lens…

HONOR, a global AI device ecosystem company, unveiled the HONOR 600 Series including HONOR 600 and HONOR 600 Pro, at an exclusive launch event held at Crowne Plaza RDC Riyadh Hotel & Convention Center, Riyadh, bringing together media, partners, influencers, and technology enthusiasts for an immersive first look at its latest innovation. The event highlighted the brand’s continued focus on AI-driven experiences and advanced imaging, with attendees introduced to the series’ standout features through live demonstrations and experience zones. The event experience was designed as an interactive journey, featuring dedicated zones that allowed attendees to explore the HONOR 600 Series…