Author: Editorial Team
Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has revealed his latest historical project, a book titled “Al Kawn wa Anasi Kathiran”. The book will comprise around 100 volumes, narrating the history of the universe from before the descent of Prophet Adam (PBUH) and recounting the history of all the prophets. Sheikh Dr Sultan explained his motivation for the project, noting that, ‘Unfortunately, many people today are unaware of the stories of the prophets, their origins and their missions. God willing, this book will provide an explanation that does not depart from the Quran…
LONDON — The UK government has unveiled plans to remove high-sugar and deep-fried foods from school menus as part of a major effort to tackle childhood obesity and improve nutrition. The reforms, announced by the Department for Education, would update school food standards for the first time in more than a decade. Schools would be required to limit foods high in fat, salt, and sugar, increase servings of fruit, vegetables, and whole grains, and completely ban deep-fried items. Sugary snacks would also be replaced with healthier options for most of the week. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson described the move as…
JERUSALEM — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Monday that the ceasefire with Iran could collapse “in a very short time,” following failed talks between Washington and Tehran. Speaking at a cabinet meeting, Netanyahu said Israel supports a proposed US blockade on Iranian ports set to take effect later in the day, according to Channel 12. He also revealed he had spoken with US Vice President JD Vance, who emphasized that a key objective is the removal of all enriched nuclear material and ensuring Iran halts enrichment activities. Netanyahu said the issue is critical for Israel as well. He claimed…
Kaspersky has recently identified a new variant of the SparkCat Trojan in the App Store and Google Play—a year after the crypto-stealing malware was first discovered and removed from both platforms. The Trojan hides inside legitimate-looking apps and scans users’ photo galleries for cryptocurrency wallet recovery phrases. The new version of SparkCat is distributed through infected legitimate apps—a messenger designed for enterprise communication and a food delivery app. Kaspersky experts found two infected apps on the App Store and one on Google Play, from which the malicious code has since been removed. Kaspersky telemetry shows that the apps infected with…
JAKARTA — Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah met with Indonesia’s Minister of Culture Fadli Zon in Jakarta on Monday. During the meeting, the Saudi minister expressed his pride over the strong ties between Saudi Arabia and Indonesia, highlighting the existing cultural cooperation and exchange across various cultural fields. The ministers discussed ways to expand participation in cultural events and further enhance collaboration in multiple areas of cultural exchange. Prince Badr commended the ongoing cooperation between the Diriyah Biennale Foundation and several Indonesian museums through the loan of artworks featured in the latest edition of the Islamic Arts…
As the new academic year began on April 6, thousands of students in Indian schools across the UAE logged in from home instead of stepping into classrooms in crisp new uniforms. What is usually a busy back-to-school season marked by shopping trips, fresh beginnings and campus activity unfolded quietly on screens. This year’s term start comes amid regional uncertainty linked to the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict, prompting several schools to continue with remote learning as a precautionary measure. For many families, that has meant a shift in priorities as the usual back-to-school checklist — especially uniforms — takes a backseat. Stay…
RIYADH — Investment opportunity bids in naming rights for five Riyadh Metro stations have been opened by The Royal Commission for Riyadh City from April 8 to May 10. The five metro stations included in the first phase of the offering are: Al-Murooj Station, Al-Nuzha Station, Al-Rabee Station, Jarir District Station, and King Fahd District 1 Station. The Commission explained that they included these specific stations due to their strategic and highly populated locations, high ridership levels, and their subject to precise regulations and standards. The investment includes a long-term contract that can run up to 10 years and brand…
Eng. Amjad Arab, Chief Carriers & Wholesales Office, Salam. The telecommunications wholesale market has undergone a paradigm shift that few industry observers saw coming. What began as a defensive posture against hyperscaler market entry has evolved into one of the most significant strategic realignments in modern telecommunications history. This transformation is perhaps nowhere more evident than in Saudi Arabia’s telecom market, valued at $18.32 billion in 2025, which has catalysed a new model of telco-hyperscaler collaboration that is setting global precedents. The traditional telecommunications operating model, centered on infrastructure ownership, bandwidth provisioning, and territorial market defense, has proven insufficient for the current digital economy’s demands. Historical competitive frameworks that…
Dubai parents are cautiously welcoming the new home-based learning model for young children, with many seeing it as a structured alternative during disruptions like the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict. While the flexibility of small learning groups for under-6s and in-home educators is being welcomed, families are also voicing concerns about affordability and access. Some parents say the reassurance of trained teachers stepping into home settings could ease the burden on working households. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. However, questions remain on pricing, rollout clarity, and how nurseries will communicate options under the new…
From the first moments of uncertainty to the cautious calm following a ceasefire in the US-Israel-Iran war, residents across the UAE have been riding an emotional wave, one that experts say is far from over. In the early days of the crisis, many people slipped into what health specialists describe as “survival mode” — a state where the body and mind focus almost entirely on immediate safety. “During acute stress, the body prioritises survival,” Jamie Richards, Chief Wellbeing Officer at Valeo Health, told Khaleej Times. “Systems like heart rate and stress hormone production increase, while others such as digestion and…