Visitor numbers to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi surged by 70% in 2023, demonstrating its significant appeal as a cultural landmark. The mosque, which blends traditional Islamic architecture with contemporary design elements, has seen an infl...

WETEX, the Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition, has become a significant platform showcasing Dubai’s commitment to sustainability and innovation. Organized by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), this event is a cornerstone...

Abu Dhabi’s Department of Health (DoH) has unveiled a pioneering Clinical Genomic Medicine and Genetic Counselling program designed to advance the skills of Emirati physicians in the rapidly evolving field of genomic medicine. This six-month course, a fir...

The UAE Red Crescent has announced the launch of the second phase of its “From My Country’s Bounty” initiative, targeting the summer season with renewed efforts to address food security and support vulnerable populations. This new phase, dubbed “Summer Se...

Civilians in the eastern Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk are facing an urgent evacuation order due to advancing Russian military forces. Local authorities have instructed families with children to leave the city immediately, highlighting the intensifying threa...

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister, have formally congratulated Paetongtarn Shinawatra on her inauguration as the Prime Mini...

A new partnership between the UAE Judo Federation and the French Judo Federation is set to elevate the sport within both countries through a comprehensive agreement focused on training and development. This collaboration, formalized in Abu Dhabi, aims to...

BlackRock has become the largest institutional holder of Bitcoin and Ether through its publicly traded exchange-traded funds (ETFs), surpassing Grayscale for the first time. This shift highlights the increasing influence of traditional financial instituti...

Sedco Capital has introduced a new investment fund aimed at capitalizing on initial public offerings (IPOs) in Saudi Arabia. This strategic move is designed to attract investors seeking opportunities in the kingdom’s burgeoning IPO market, which has shown...

Sharjah has unveiled its largest budget ever, with His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, the Ruler of Sharjah, approving an expenditure of AED 40.83 billion (approximately $11.12 billion) for the year 2024. This significant budget increas...

The International Military-Technical Forum has commenced at the Patriot Exhibition and Convention Center in Kubinka, near Moscow. This prestigious event, organized by the Russian Ministry of Defense, is set to showcase cutting-edge military technologies a...

Navatum, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi Ports Group, has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Safina Shipping Services, marking a significant expansion into the Egyptian maritime sector. This strategic move is aimed at bolstering Navatum’s presence...

X has suspended its operations in Brazil following a legal dispute with local authorities led by Justice Alexandre de Moraes. The decision comes as part of a broader conflict between the social media platform and Brazilian regulators over content moderati...

A major development in the local construction sector has emerged as four new projects, valued at over RO 5.5 million, have been successfully localized across an area of 67,000 square meters in the first half of 2024. This significant move underscores the...

Omantel has officially launched a significant data center in Salalah, marking a substantial expansion of the company’s digital infrastructure. As the second-largest data center in the region, this facility is expected to enhance Oman’s position in the dig...