Author: Editorial team

[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments on the US-Iran war that started on February 28] UAE has condemned in the strongest terms the attack launched by the Houthis on King Fahd International Airport in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which resulted in two deaths and injuries to a number of civilians. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that this attack constitutes a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and a threat to its security and stability. The Ministry reaffirmed the UAE’s full solidarity with the Kingdom…

In a world where images have become a language of their own one that captures emotions, preserves moments, and tells stories that words cannot fully express vivo unveils its new vivo V80, combining advanced ZEISS co-engineered imaging capabilities, a striking design, and performance that keeps pace with modern life, giving users greater freedom to create and express themselves. The new smartphone is now available in the United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing a vision centred on making photography more versatile and professional, whether capturing everyday moments, portraits, distant details, or expansive landscapes, alongside a large battery…

ABU DHABI, 22nd October, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the attack launched by the Houthi group on King Fahd International Airport in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which resulted in two deaths and injuries to a number of civilians. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that this attack constitutes a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and a threat to its security and stability. The Ministry reaffirmed the UAE’s full solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its support for all measures…

SHARJAH, 22nd October, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) has won the Digital Transformation Power Utility of the Year – UAE award at the Asian Power Awards 2026 for the second consecutive year, recognising its ongoing efforts to advance digital services and enhance the customer experience. The award was announced at a ceremony in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, following a competition among energy and utility organisations across Asia. Since launching its digital transformation programme, SEWA has completed more than 735,000 transactions through its smart services up to August 2026. Digital transformation accounts for approximately 95 percent…

ABU DHABI, 22nd October, 2026 (WAM) — M42, a global health leader powered by artificial intelligence (AI), technology and genomics, announced the launch of Ossi, its next-generation multi-agent AI Clinical Platform, during the Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit. The platform is designed to reduce administrative burden, give clinicians more time to focus on patients and enhance the quality of data-driven and evidence-based healthcare. Built on Microsoft Azure’s secure cloud and AI infrastructure, Ossi is designed to create a seamless balance between clinical precision and human connection by reducing the burden of clinical documentation and enhancing the use of health data…

OMODA & JAECOO unveiled OMODA X on 20th October at OMODA X NIGHT, held as part of the brand’s International User Summit in China. The new crossover combines everyday SUV practicality with off-road versatility and sporty styling, targeting drivers who move between city life and outdoor adventures. The company positions OMODA X as the world’s first CROSS OFF-ROAD vehicle, designed to span traditional vehicle categories. Its debut brought together the brand’s mecha-inspired design, crossover capability and personalised intelligent technology. OMODA X combines distinctive design with practical capability A wide-body stance, sculpted surfaces and signature lightning taillights define the exterior. Inside,…

What would you do if you won Dh100 million? Anilkumar Bolla, the UAE’s only Dh100 million lottery winner, bought property in the UAE and India, cars for himself and his brother, and gold jewellery for his mother. He also gave his father farmland, travelled to different destinations and is considering starting a business. A year after his win, Bolla said that the biggest reward has been having more time and freedom to be with his family. “The most important thing is that I am spending quality time with my family,” he said. Stay up to date with the latest news.…

Apple on Wednesday said it will have ‘limited’ numbers of its folding iPhone Duo phone available for walk-in customers when the device launches Friday, after initial online orders sold out in minutes and pushed delivery times for some customers to January.Apple announced its first folding phone in September, with analysts expecting it to quickly come to dominate a niche segment where rivals such as Samsung Electronics and Huawei Technologies have sold premium offerings for years.But the iPhone Duo is also a more complex product than standard candy-bar iPhones, with a tight-fitting hinge that analysts believe may take time for Apple…

Short of confidence and bereft of ideas — have proud European giants Manchester United sunk to a new low after a 4-1 Champions League humbling on the shores of Lake Como?The three-time European champions left northern Italy with their tails between their legs and serious questions over Michael Carrick’s future just two months into the season.United avoided equalling their worst-ever defeat in Europe’s top competition by the skin of their teeth, thanks to a late goal from substitute Joshua Zirkzee.But that did not mask an embarrassing defeat against a team playing in Italy’s fourth tier as recently as 2019.Carrick said…

TOKYO, 21st October, 2026 (WAM) — The Continent’s football leaders came together in Tokyo today for the fourth edition of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Member Associations (MAs) and Regional Associations (RAs) Presidents’ and General Secretaries’ Conference 2026. Staged in Japan for the first time, the flagship event serves as a key platform for the AFC’s members to enhance leadership capabilities, strengthen governance standards and share best practices for the continued advancement of Asian football. One hundred and twenty of Asia’s foremost football decision-makers were in attendance on the opening day of the 2026 edition, where they were able to…