Author: Editorial Team
WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump on Friday alleged that China obtained 220 million U.S. voter records during the 2020 election cycle, calling it the “largest compromise of election data in history.” In a televised address, Trump announced the declassification of intelligence that he said revealed extensive foreign efforts to influence U.S. elections and exposed vulnerabilities in the country’s election infrastructure. Citing a CIA assessment, Trump said the Chinese government sought to undermine his 2020 reelection campaign by leveraging domestic and foreign actors opposed to him. He also claimed that intelligence reports detailing China’s alleged election-related activities were withheld from…
JEDDAH — More than SR640 million has been invested in Saudi ports over the past three months to enhance their readiness and increase their capacity to handle higher volumes of trade amid disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz crisis. According to Al Arabiya Business, Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) President Sulaiman Almazroua said during the inauguration of the world’s largest truck marshalling logistics zone at Jeddah Islamic Port that the Minister of Transport and Logistic Services had, since the onset of the Strait of Hormuz crisis, directed efforts toward ensuring the Kingdom’s western coast was fully prepared to receive supply…
India’s National Testing Agency (NTA) on Thursday declared the result of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate), Neet (UG) 2026. The result has been declared in time so that the medical-admission and counselling calendar for candidates stays on track, the NTA said in an official statement. Close to 2 million candidates appeared for Neet (UG) 2026 at 5,440 centres in 551 cities in India and 14 cities abroad, out of which 1,121 thousand candidates have qualified for admission to undergraduate medical, dental, AYUSH and allied programmes. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.…
ABU DHABI, 16th July, 2026 (WAM) — ADI Chain and ZIGChain have entered a strategic collaboration to advance stablecoin-native infrastructure for real-world assets and productive on-chain finance. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed with ZIG Markets, the access and distribution layer within the ZIGChain ecosystem. The MoU sets a framework to bring everyday business finance on-chain. The initial focus covers tokenized receivables, supply chain finance, working capital for small and mid-sized companies, and tokenized private credit, with stablecoins as the settlement layer. The agreement works in both directions. ADI Chain contributes sovereign-grade, regulated infrastructure built on its Regulation, Compliance,…
RIYADH — Two Yemeni expatriates were arrested in Asir by the Special Forces for Road Security for promoting 27 kilograms of hashish. The suspects were arrested as part of the security authorities’ ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking and promotion. According to the authorities, the necessary legal procedures were completed against the suspects, and they were referred to the relevant authority. Security authorities urged citizens and residents to report drug smugglers and dealers by calling 995, 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 999 in the rest of the Kingdom. The authorities said all reports are handled…
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia on Thursday strongly condemned Iran’s continued attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan, reaffirming its full support for the three countries in the measures they take to respond to what it described as Iranian aggression. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs denounced Iran’s continued actions, saying they threaten regional security and stability and violate the principles of international law and good-neighborliness. The Kingdom reiterated its rejection of Iran’s actions, stressing the importance of an immediate halt to all forms of military escalation. Saudi Arabia also called for a return to dialogue and the resolution of…
UAE nationals can now renew their Emirates ID cards up to one year before their expiry date, similar to passport renewal, as announced earlier. The move came into effect on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. This marks a significant extension from the previous six-month renewal window. When the expiry dates of both documents coincide, citizens can renew their Emirates ID and passport through one integrated transaction. The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) announced the update, highlighting its alignment with the UAE’s broader strategy to implement proactive digital solutions. Stay up to date with the latest news.…
SHARJAH, 16th July, 2026 (WAM) — Bank of Sharjah today announced its financial results for the six-month period ended 30 June 2026, reporting exceptional performance and reinforcing the strong momentum achieved over the last three years. The Bank recorded net profit of AED 362 million, up 35% from AED 268 million in 2025, reflecting strong revenue growth and disciplined execution across core businesses. Net operating income increased by 26% to AED 553 million, while net interest income grew by 45% to AED 465 million. Similarly, total capital ratio increased by 463 bps to 18.7%, while the cost-to-income ratio remained well…
As the world’s elite gravitate towards the French Alps, two iconic resorts stand out as the premier destinations for Dubai’s discerning winter adventurers: Courchevel and Val d’Isère. Each promises a unique blend of luxury, thrill, and authentic alpine charm — yet their distinct personalities tempt different types of snow sports enthusiast. A statement in luxury & style Courchevel’s reputation is built on its lavish chalets and five-star hotels, many of which boast ski-in/ski-out access, epitomising effortless elegance. Its architectural grandeur and pristine pistes attract A-listers and jet-set elites seeking exclusivity. Fine-dining and shopping blend effortlessly into the mix of mountain…
ROME — An Italian court on Thursday sentenced former Atlantia CEO Giovanni Castellucci to 12 years in prison over the deadly 2018 collapse of a motorway bridge in the northwestern port city of Genoa. Atlantia was the controlling shareholder in motorway operator Autostrade per l’Italia (Aspi) at the time of the disaster which killed 43 people when their vehicles plunged from the flyover. Prosecutors had asked for a far longer jail term for Castellucci, ex-chief executive of Aspi. The motorway bridge running through the city came down in a rain storm at the height of the holiday season, sending cars…