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RIYADH — Light to moderate rainfall is expected across the Riyadh region starting today and continuing through Sunday, according to the National Center for Meteorology. The forecast covers Riyadh city and several governorates, including Al-Kharj, Al-Dalam, Al-Muzahimiyah, Al-Qiddiya, Diriyah, Al-Rayn, Al-Hariq, Rumah, Hotat Bani Tamim, Afif, Al-Dawadmi, Al-Quwayiyah, Al-Ghat, Al-Zulfi, Al-Majmaah, Shaqra, Thadiq, Huraymila, Durma, and Marat. Civil Defense urged residents to exercise caution and follow safety instructions during the weather conditions. Source: Saudi Gazette

RIYADH — The Ministry of Commerce has blocked an online store after it was found using images of national symbols and state officials to promote its products, in violation of regulations. The ministry said the store exploited such images in commercial advertising, breaching rules that prohibit the use of official symbols and figures in business activities. It noted that a circular issued under a royal directive bans the use of the state emblem, as well as images and names of officials, in commercial transactions, publications, and promotional materials. The ministry stressed that such practices constitute a clear violation of regulations.…

Dubai Police, in collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Interior, have arrested an Irish fugitive for his alleged role in an organised criminal group involved in international crimes in his home country. The arrest of “D. J. K.”, an Irish national and member of a gang involved in international criminal offences, comes as part of ongoing efforts to combat organised crime and pursue internationally wanted individuals. The arrest was made in just 48 hours after the issuance of the Public Prosecution order dated April 15, 2026, following intensive search, investigation and close surveillance operations. Stay up to date with the…

ABU DHABI, 17th April, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi-based Global South Utilities (GSU), a Resources Investment company, announced its 2025 milestones, which included expanding its renewable energy portfolio across Africa and Central Asia, contributing to the supply of electricity to more than 500,000 homes. GSU’s 2025 milestones reflect a year of execution across complex and underserved markets, where GSU delivered projects on accelerated timelines across diverse operating environments. In countries where energy access remains inconsistent, the company’s work has increasingly focused on bringing reliable power closer to the communities that depend on it. The activity signals a shift from standalone…

Scott Goree. Global channel leader to scale partner ecosystem and help customers adopt modern identity security for the AI era  Dubai — Delinea, the identity security control plane that secures access across human, machine, and AI identities, has appointed Scott Goree as Senior Vice President of Channel and Alliances. In this role, Goree will lead Delinea’s global partner and alliance strategy, including launching the company’s next-generation partner program, expanding its ecosystem, and accelerating partner-led growth worldwide.   Goree brings two decades of experience building and scaling high-impact partner ecosystems across the security and infrastructure industry. Most recently, he served as Senior Vice President of Partners and Commercial Sales at Optiv,…

UAE weather on Saturday will remain fair in general, with a gradual increase in temperatures. Conditions will be humid by night and Sunday morning over some coastal areas. Light to moderate Southwesterly to Northwesterly winds, freshening at times, wil blow with a speed of 10- 20 kmph, reaching 35kmph. The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and in Oman Sea. Abu Dhabi and Sharjah will see a high of 30°C, while maximum temperature in Dubai on Saturday will be 29°C. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Lowest temperature in Abu Dhabi…

ABU DHABI, 17th April, 2026 (WAM) — Following the successful launch of the first phase of Tara Park, Modon has released the final phase of the project on Reem Island. The final phase of Tara Park is strategically positioned close to two of the main bridges onto Reem Island, offering convenient access to Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) as well as premier lifestyle, retail, and educational hubs, including Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, Repton School, and The Galleria Mall Reflecting Modon’s commitment to supporting Abu Dhabi residents and responding to evolving market needs, the final phase of Tara Park introduces a…

Ujitsu, a global platform connecting athletes, coaches, and academies across the jiu-jitsu community, has integrated with ADI Chain to enable blockchain-backed verification of belt promotions Published: Tue 14 Apr 2026, 3:40 PM The integration addresses a persistent gap in the sport. Despite jiu-jitsu’s rapid global growth, now spanning tens of millions of practitioners across more than 100 countries, there is still no unified system to verify belt promotions across academies, countries, and organizations. Athlete records, including belt promotions, are typically stored within individual gyms or platforms, making them difficult to validate independently and, in some cases, vulnerable to loss or…

MAKKAH — With millions of pilgrims arriving annually to perform Hajj, Saudi Arabia’s Roads General Authority (RGA) has developed an extensive road network linking the Kingdom with neighboring countries to facilitate smoother journeys to the Two Holy Mosques. While pilgrims have access to railways, ports, and airports, the Kingdom has also established 10 main overland routes designed to ensure efficient and safe travel from across the Arabian Peninsula. The routes are built in line with international standards and are equipped with integrated safety systems to maintain traffic flow and safeguard pilgrims. From the east, pilgrims from Gulf countries are served…

TEHRAN — Iran has declared the Strait of Hormuz open to commercial shipping, linking the move to the ongoing ceasefire in Lebanon. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the waterway is now “completely open” for all commercial vessels, adding that the decision was made “in line with the ceasefire in Lebanon.” He noted that passage will remain open “for the remaining period of the ceasefire” along coordinated routes designated by Iran’s Ports and Maritime Organization. A senior Iranian military official told state media that military vessels remain barred from transiting the strait, with only non-military ships permitted to pass through approved…