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SEOUL — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw new tests of strategic cruise missiles and anti-warship missiles launched from a naval destroyer, marking another show of military strength by Pyongyang. According to state media on Tuesday, the country launched two cruise missiles and three anti-ship missiles as part of efforts to test the weapons command system of its 5,000-ton-class destroyer, Choe Hyon. The tests come amid a series of recent missile launches and ongoing tensions in the region. The weapons tests occurred on Sunday, the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said, and are the latest in a string…

Escalating regional tensions are redefining the Gulf’s risk environment, intensifying regulatory oversight and elevating exposure to financial crime for businesses across the region Published: Tue 14 Apr 2026, 11:48 AM By: Ibtissem Lassoued | Partner Content The Gulf region has entered a significantly altered risk environment following the escalation of hostilities on February 28, 2026. With US-Israeli military actions against Iran and subsequent retaliatory strikes across the Gulf, businesses, financial institutions, and operators with regional exposure are now facing heightened legal, regulatory, operational, and financial crime risks. What was once a contingency has now become an immediate concern, requiring organisations…

ABU DHABI, 14th April, 2026 (WAM) — Aldar on Tuesday announced the launch of the first phase of Yas Park Place, a new residential community in the heart of Yas Island that introduces a distinctive garden-led living concept designed to bring a sense of wonder to everyday life in one of the UAE’s most enchanting destinations. Located on the northern side of the island, the development enjoys close proximity to the upcoming Disney Abu Dhabi and Yas Acres Golf & Country Club, as well as the island’s most popular leisure and entertainment offerings, including Yas Mall, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi,…

Kaspersky posted positive sales results that grew by 4%* year-on-year (YoY) and approached USD 836** million in 2025. This expansion was principally driven by a 16% YoY sales growth of the company’s B2B product portfolio. In the Middle East the company reported 23% growth in the B2B sales, and 39% growth in the B2C sales. In 2025, Kaspersky’s business development progressed against the backdrop of persistent cyberthreat landscape evolution, with the average daily number of malicious files detected by the company reaching half a million. Kaspersky continued advancing its cybersecurity product portfolio in the past year, issuing more than 560…

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…