Author: Editorial Team
DUBAI, 5th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Financial Audit Authority (FAA) in Dubai has announced the third edition of the ‘Foreseeing Government Audit Future Conference,’ to be held under the theme ‘Smart Audit’ on 28 and 29 October 2026. The conference will bring together leading officials, experts and specialists in audit, oversight and governance, as part of the Authority’s efforts to promote knowledge and expertise exchange, explore the transformations reshaping the future of audit and oversight, and support the development of practices capable of keeping pace with the rapidly changing government landscape. The conference comes at a time when the…
SHARJAH, 5th October, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and Chairman of the Sharjah Council for Higher Education and Scientific Research, on Monday, attended the launch ceremony of the first cycle of the Sharjah National Talents Programme, held at the headquarters of the Sharjah Council for Higher Education and Scientific Research. The ceremony was attended by H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah; H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah; and H.H.…
ABU DHABI, 5th October, 2026 (WAM) — Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE), convened a meeting with the chief executive officers (CEOs) of banks operating in the UAE, in the presence of assistant governors and senior officials. The meeting reaffirmed the CBUAE’s commitment to strengthening its partnership with the banking sector, safeguarding financial stability, and monitoring developments across the UAE’s financial system. The meeting reviewed the latest financial indicators and data for the UAE’s financial and banking sector, which reflected the banking sector’s financial soundness and stability, underpinned by the UAE’s sustained…
Rich seasonal tones, sculptural silhouettes and the movement of light shape a contemporary interpretation of autumn Published: Mon 5 Oct 2026, 4:26 PM By: Sana Eqbal | Partner Content Every season brings its own visual language. Summer is often defined by brightness and ease, while autumn arrives with a different energy. Colours deepen, light softens and fashion begins to embrace richer tones and more structured forms. It is this transition that sets the mood for APM Monaco’s Autumn 2026 collection, which approaches the season through a jewellery universe that is graphic, sculptural and distinctly contemporary. Rather than interpreting autumn through…
SHARJAH, 5th October, 2026 (WAM) — The University of Sharjah (UoS) has advanced its position among the world’s top-ranked universities, moving into the 301–325 band globally in the 2027 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings. In the latest edition, it placed fifth worldwide on the international outlook indicator and 54th globally for research quality. Nationally, it ranked third among universities in the United Arab Emirates and led all Emirati institutions on the research quality measure. The international outlook indicator gauges a university’s global openness by assessing its ability to attract students and faculty from abroad and the breadth of…
Huawei and HIPA took their UAE nationwide photography initiative north to capture images of an emirate stepping further into the spotlight Published: Mon 5 Oct 2026, 2:51 PM Somewhere along the way, on the drive to Ras Al Khaimah, the landscape changes and mountains appear. The air feels different. And you start wondering why you do not do this more often. That feeling, the one that makes you reach for your phone before you have even parked, was essentially the entire premise behind Huawei’s “The UAE. A Closer Look” nationwide initiative. Developed by Huawei in partnership with the Hamdan Bin…
ROME, 5th October, 2026 (WAM) — American rider Brandon McNulty of UAE Team Emirates-XRG finished second at the Coppa Agostoni in Italy on Sunday, in just his second race since becoming road world champion and while wearing the rainbow jersey. The race saw strong competition among an elite group of riders, with McNulty and a handful of other leading contenders breaking away from the peloton around 93 kilometres from the finish. The American remained firmly in the leading group with 80 kilometres to go. Paul Lapeira of Decathlon CMA CGM claimed victory in 3:51:44, with McNulty finishing second on the…
ABU DHABI, 5th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, has received teachers and citizens at Majlis Zayed City in Al Dhafra Region. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed reaffirmed the role of education in developing people and praised the dedication of educators, highlighting the leadership’s support and empowerment of teachers in preparing future generations. Sheikh Hamdan affirmed that teachers are key partners in nation building and that advancing education is an investment in the UAE’s future. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan listened to the views and needs of teachers,…
ABU DHABI, 5th October, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE), the CBUAE will organise its second Climate Forum on 8th October 2026 in Abu Dhabi. The Forum will bring together representatives from central banks, regulatory authorities and financial institutions to enhance the financial sector’s resilience and capacity to address climate-related risks, and support the transition to a sustainable economy. The Forum serves as a…
Bollywood star Salman Khan is all set to make an appearance in Dubai this week. The actor will attend Beautyworld Middle East on Tuesday, October 6, for the official unveiling of Kenz De Rasasi, a new Dubai fragrance brand. Khan will be the chief guest at the launch, which will take place at the brand’s booth at Dubai World Trade Centre from 2pm. He will be joined by Anis Abdul Razzak, owner of Rasasi Perfumes and chairman of AAR Group, for the unveiling. The appearance will put the Bollywood star at the centre of the brand’s first official introduction, as…