Author: Editorial Team
Abu Dhabi has exceeded its environmental implementation targets by 22 per cent, restoring five square kilometres of coral reefs, expanding clean energy and strengthening water resilience as part of a long-term plan to protect natural resources for future generations. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) announced the completion of Phase One of the Environmental Centennial 2071, with nine government entities delivering 751 achievements through 98 programmes between 2023 and 2025. The implementation rate reached 122 per cent of the target, supported by an additional 33 programmes and 186 achievements under the initiative’s Stars System, which enabled participating entities to…
At WETEX and the World Green Economy Summit, Abdulla Balalaa highlighted opportunities to strengthen economic resilience through integrated infrastructure, innovation, and investment DUBAI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — Ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference, co-hosted by the UAE and Senegal in Abu Dhabi this December, Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainability, called for water resilience to become a central priority in economic and investment planning, emphasising the need to connect water, energy, technology, and finance to drive sustainable growth and strengthen economic competitiveness. Speaking at WETEX 2026 and the World Green Economy Summit (WGES)…
ABU DHABI, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Emirates Arabian Horse Society National Championship will get under way on Tuesday in the main arena of Boudheib Academy, with 253 horses belonging to a total of 179 owners, representing different Arabian horse studs across the UAE. Held over two days, the championship forms part of the Society’s 2026–2027 season programme and reflects its efforts to develop Arabian horse beauty championships, support owners and breeders, and improve the quality of services provided to them, further strengthening the UAE’s position as a leading hub for Arabian horse sports and activities. The first day…
DUBAI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chambers has launched “Chamber AI Hub”; the world’s first chamber-led Agentic AI marketplace, enabling companies operating in Dubai to access ready-to-use, specialised Agentic AI solutions that can perform a wide range of administrative and operational tasks. The initiative contributes to transforming corporate operating models and enhancing the competitiveness of Dubai’s private sector. The launch of the Agentic AI marketplace comes as part of the implementation of the directives of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The…
Removing oil from beaches is an important step in tackling a marine spill. But how do authorities determine whether the surrounding marine environment has also been affected? As clean-up operations continue following the recent oil spill along the UAE’s northern coastline, an environmental expert has explained why monitoring water quality, marine habitats and wildlife is an important part of assessing recovery. Dr Aseel Takshe, Dean of the School of Health Sciences, Digital Innovation and Sustainability at Canadian University Dubai (CUD), said the impact of an oil spill depends on several factors, including the type of oil, where it travels and…
AL AIN, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — A research team at the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has developed a photocatalyst that uses light to remove antibiotic residues from water and produce hydrogen, a clean fuel. The project combines efforts to address water pollution with the development of sustainable energy solutions. Entitled “From Polluted Water to Clean Energy,” the project demonstrated the removal of more than 98 percent of the antibiotic ciprofloxacin within 90 minutes under visible light from LED lamps. The experiments also showed that 88 percent of the antibiotic was converted into harmless products, while the hydrogen production…
SHARJAH, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) organised an event themed “Sharjah’s Female Entrepreneurs: From Ambition to Investment.” The forum brought together a distinguished group of female entrepreneurs, decision-makers, and beginners to the labour market, as well as aspiring entrepreneurs looking to transform their ideas into successful business ventures. This initiative is part of the Department’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the role of women in driving the national economy and to foster a culture of entrepreneurship within the emirate. The Forum was attended by Sharjah Foundation for Supporting Entrepreneurship (RUWAD), Sharjah City Municipality, Health Section, Sharjah…
DUBAI, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Municipality has opened registration for the 2026–2027 winter camping season in Al Ruwayyah, introducing an enhanced experience with expanded facilities, recreational activities and greater flexibility for UAE nationals. Running from 1st November 2026 to 30th April 2027, the new season will accommodate 600 camps, representing an increase of approximately 120% compared with previous seasons. The expanded offering includes the return of double-sized camping plots of up to 800 square metres, alongside standard plots measuring 400 square metres. For the first time, Dubai Municipality has also introduced 50 dedicated caravan plots and 10 fully…
ABU DHABI, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — etisalat UAE, the flagship telecom arm of the etisalat group, and the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) have partnered to establish a five-year framework for joint research, innovation and talent development. The agreement creates a long-term framework to bring academic research closer to real world industry applications, while developing national talent in critical areas of technology. This spans three tracks: research, innovation and testbeds; talent development and capability building; and university advancement and strategic support. Named areas of mutual interest include artificial intelligence, telecommunications and next-generation networks, smart mobility, digital transformation, cybersecurity, data…
At least half the students on each of 279 teams competing in a UAE-wide robotics league must have intellectual and developmental disabilities, as schools across the country put students with and without disabilities together to design robots and tackle coding challenges. The 2026 Unified Robotics League brings together 1,007 students from 254 schools across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Al Dhafra, Dubai and Sharjah, with qualifying rounds beginning in Al Ain on Monday. Each team must comprise at least 50 per cent students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, with members working together on robot design, coding and technological solutions. Stay up…