Author: Editorial Team
SHARJAH, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Judicial Council, inspected the Judicial Department’s headquarters on Thursday. During the visit, he reviewed updates to its facilities and buildings, ongoing development projects, and AI-powered services designed to enhance workplace efficiency and improve the quality of judicial and administrative services. H.H. was briefed on the key services provided to customers, including designated areas for receiving applications and assisting customers in completing and submitting their transactions electronically, as well as lounges and cafés offering light refreshments. H.H.…
Etihad Rail could change the way people travel between the UAE’s cities, but its long-term success will depend on how easily passengers can get from the train to their final destination, transport experts say. Passenger services between Dubai and Abu Dhabi began on September 30, adding a new option for journeys that have long relied on private cars. The service connects Dubai’s Al Yalayis Station with Abu Dhabi, while passenger trains between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah began operating in June. Roger Cruikshank, Senior Director, Road and Rail, at AtkinsRéalis Middle East, said the railway offered a viable public transport alternative…
ABU DHABI, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) – H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in the Al Dhafra Region, received Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad Al Nahyan, Chairman of the National Anti-Narcotics Authority and Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Arabian Horse Society (EAHS), along with his accompanying delegation, at Al Nakheel Palace in Abu Dhabi. H.H. was briefed on the efforts of the National Anti-Narcotics Authority in carrying out its duties and responsibilities, as well as its strategic plans to strengthen the national prevention and counter-narcotics framework. H.H. was briefed about a number of…
MANAMA, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates participated in the 126th meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Financial and Economic Cooperation Committee, held today in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The UAE delegation was led by Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, and included Ahmed Abdullah bin Lahej Al Falasi, Acting Director General of Customs and Ports Security at the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP); Abdulaziz Mohammed Al Mulla, Director General of the Federal Tax Authority (FTA); and Ali Abdullah Sharafi, Assistant Undersecretary for International Financial Relations…
SHARJAH, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) — The University of Sharjah (UoS) inaugurated a specialised leadership training programme, “Connect, Inspire, Support: Leadership Course on Age-Friendly Environments,” bringing together local and international experts to examine how cities and communities can better support older adults. The two-day programme, held on September 29 and 30, is organised by the University’s Center of Excellence in Healthy Aging in collaboration with the World Health Organisation’s Global Network for Age-Friendly Cities and Communities and the Sharjah Age-Friendly Office of the Sharjah Social Services Department. International academics and experts accredited by the World Health Organisation participated in the…
NAGOYA, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team won three gold medals and two silvers on the opening day of jiu-jitsu competition at the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, marking the country’s most successful day in Asian Games history in terms of medals won. Khaled Al Shehhi won gold in the men’s 62kg category, Balqees Abdulla claimed the women’s 48kg title, and Ahmed Andeez took gold in the men’s 69kg category. Al Anoud Al Harbi secured silver in the women’s 48kg, while Omar Al Suwaidi earned silver in the men’s 62kg. The five medals, all won in…
DUBAI, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) – The Dubai Gold Designers Business Group, operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chamber of Commerce, has unveiled its strategic direction for the next phase of its development, with a focus on expanding international market access, strengthening professional capabilities and enhancing the global visibility of Dubai-based jewellery designers and entrepreneurs. Representing 50 members across jewellery design, entrepreneurship and related creative businesses, the Group aims to support members in transforming creative talent into sustainable commercial growth through education, business development, industry partnerships, market access and local and international exposure. The strategy is designed to preserve the…
Dubai is gearing up for a month of fitness and community activities as registration opens for the 10th edition of the Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC), running from October 31 to November 29, 2026. The month-long initiative, which transforms Dubai into one big open-air fitness hub, will bring together residents and visitors through a series of activities and four major mass-participation events across the emirate. In 2026, DFC aims to inspire one and all to discover a fitter self with its slogan ‘What’s Your 30×30?’. The initiative, which attracted more than 16 million participants across its nine editions, aims to build…
ABU DHABI, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) – The 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice – Abu Dhabi 2026 concluded today at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi following six days of high-level international dialogue, partnership-building and collective action. The Congress brought together more than 9,000 participants representing over 121 countries and more than 205 international and non-governmental organisations, reinforcing the UAE’s position as a strategic global platform for shaping the future of crime prevention, criminal justice and the rule of law. The Congress drew the participation of more than 40 ministers and minister-level officials, over 137 experts and…
PARIS, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Executive Chairman of XRG, said today that XRG is backing Argentina’s ambition to become a major new supplier of LNG to global markets. Speaking at Argentina Week in Paris, Dr. Al Jaber said XRG’s participation in Argentina LNG reflects confidence in the scale and quality of Vaca Muerta, the country’s improving investment environment and the combined ability of YPF, Eni and XRG to deliver a globally competitive LNG project. “Argentina has the ingredients to build a world-class LNG business. Vaca Muerta is the world’s second largest shale gas resource…