Abu dhabi: The UAE Cyber Security Council has warned that social engineering, which exploits human weaknesses instead of technical vulnerabilities, is used in nearly 98 percent of cyberattacks. The warning came in the sixth week of the Council’s Cyber Pulse initiative, a 52-week awareness campaign aimed at raising digital literacy and resilience among individuals and … Read more
Abu dhabi: The Global Council for Tolerance and Peace has urged greater efforts to promote peace and tolerance among peoples, saying it remains committed to working with international partners to build a secure and stable future for coming generations. According to Emirates News Agency, in a statement marking the International Day of Peace, observed annually … Read more
Abu dhabi: Abu Dhabi Aquatics Club concluded the first edition of the Swim for Life League for the 2025-2026 sports season last night. The competition was held at the club’s swimming pool, with the participation of 440 swimmers of various age groups, representing 29 teams from across the emirates. According to Emirates News Agency, the … Read more
New york: A landmark UN treaty to safeguard marine biodiversity on the high seas has now met the required 60 ratifications for entry into force, clearing the way for it to take effect in January 2026. Morocco and Sierra Leone joined the list of States ratifying on Friday, becoming the 60th and 61st parties to … Read more
New york: On the International Day of Peace, the UN called the international community to silence the guns, end the suffering, build bridges and create stability and prosperity. According to Emirates News Agency, ”Sustainable development supports peace – nine of the 10 countries struggling most with development are suffering conflict,” said the United Nations Secretary-General, … Read more
Dubai: Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, the fourth edition of the Dubai World Congress and Challenge for Self-Driving Transport will commence on 24th September at the Dubai World Trade … Read more
Dubai: The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) achieved record growth in its total trade across the three economic zones in 2024, reaching a value of AED336 billion, a 19% increase compared to 2023. DIEZ also achieved a 13.7% share of Dubai’s non-oil trade, marking its highest-ever contribution to date, sustaining growth for the fourth … Read more
Dubai: Dubai Police has opened registration for the seventh edition of the UAE SWAT Challenge, inviting special police units, rapid-intervention teams, and tactical squads from around the world to compete in Dubai from 7th to 11th February 2026. Teams can register via the official website www.uaeswatchallenge.com by completing the required details and uploads. According to … Read more