Author: Editorial Team
Achievement reflects multidisciplinary clinical excellence and the hospital’s partnership with Dubai Health Published: Thu 1 Oct 2026, 1:20 PM Mediclinic City Hospital has reached a significant clinical milestone, completing 100 kidney transplants through its kidney transplant programme. Central to this achievement is Mediclinic Middle East’s partnership with Dubai Health, which brings together clinical and academic expertise and a shared commitment to advancing highly specialised transplant care and improving outcomes for patients. This partnership was first established in 2016 with Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU), the heart of Dubai Health, enabling learning and discovery to advance…
DUBAI, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) — Registrations are now open for the 10th edition of the Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC), which encourages residents and visitors across the city to commit to 30 minutes of daily exercise for 30 days. Running from 31 October to 29 November 2026, DFC aims to inspire one and all to discover a fitter self with its affable slogan ‘What’s Your 30×30?’. The initiative aims to build on the remarkable impact of its first nine editions as it celebrates a decade of making fitness goals more accessible across Dubai. Launched in 2017 by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan…
DUBAI, 2nd October, 2026 (WAM) — The Gas & Oil Technology Conference and Exhibition (GOTECH 2026) concluded at Dubai World Trade Centre following three days of technical sessions and high-level discussions that brought together energy leaders, industry experts, researchers and technology companies from around the world. Hosted by Dragon Oil in collaboration with the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE), GOTECH 2026 was held under the theme “Energising the Future through Leadership, Innovation, Sustainability, AI, and Talent,” with a strong focus on artificial intelligence, innovation, sustainability, operational efficiency and talent development. Abdulkarim Ahmed AlMaazmi, Chairperson of GOTECH 2026 and Chief Executive…
Visitors to the 58th Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show at Expo Centre Sharjah are turning their attention to one of the exhibition’s most striking displays — the world’s tallest gold bar, which holds an official Guinness World Records title and is showcased by BTC. The gold bar measures 2.12 metres (6 feet 11.5 inches), making it the world’s tallest gold bar, according to the official Guinness World Records certificate. Designed in the form of a golden ruler, the record-breaking piece combines its exceptional dimensions with a distinctive visual presentation, allowing visitors to engage directly with the display. Stay up…
SHARJAH, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Broadcasting Authority (SBA), represented by Sharjah Sports Channel, has announced the second edition of the 60-foot Sir Bu Nair Dhow Sailing Race, to be held on 10 October, celebrating the UAE’s maritime heritage and traditional sports. Organised under the generous patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and in collaboration with the Sharjah International Marine Sports Club, the race features 71 dhows and more than 1,000 captains and sailors, with a prize pool of approximately AED 3 million. SBA has also…
DUBAI, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) — Waleed Saeed Al Awadhi, Chief Executive Officer of the UAE Capital Market Authority (CMA), revealed that the Authority plans to introduce a number of regulatory initiatives over the next two months covering transactions between free financial zones and the mainland in specific financial services sectors. He also announced that a major transformation in artificial intelligence and digital transformation is expected to be unveiled by the end of this year. Speaking to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of the 19th annual conference of the Middle East Investor Relations Association (MEIRA), held in…
There’s a lot going on in Burgas. To begin with, it just won the bid to host the Eurovision Song Contest 2027 — making it one of the smallest cities ever to have had this honour! Nestled along the Black Sea Coast in Bulgaria, this city is also increasingly emerging as one of Europe’s emerging art destinations. Leading the way is the Vaya Beach Resort. Surrounded by tiny, picturesque villages and best known for its eco-friendly splendour and boutique charm, the award-winning hotel these days holds a unique surprise—a collection of scintillating sculptures that would gladden the heart of any art lover. Instead…
ABU DHABI, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) — Zayed Authority for People of Determination has achieved a new milestone in the professional empowerment of People of Determination, with five of its members in Al Ain earning the internationally recognized barista certification from the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), after successfully completing a specialized professional coffee preparation programme. This brings the total number of Authority members who have obtained the international certification to 14. This achievement reflects Zayed Authority for People of Determination’s approach to providing specialized training and professional pathways that enable its members to develop their skills, gain accredited practical experience,…
ABU DHABI, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the Houthi drone attack on the Taiba power distribution station in Madinah in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that this attack constitutes a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of Saudi Arabia and a threat to its security and stability. The Ministry reiterated the UAE’s full solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its support for all measures aimed at safeguarding its security and stability. Source: Emirates News Agency
The UAE has strongly condemned the Houthi drone attack on the Taiba power distribution station in Madinah in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Saudi-led coalition fighting Yemen’s Houthis said on Thursday the Iran-backed group had attacked Taiba electricity distribution station in Madinah two days ago, putting one transformer out of service but without affecting the electricity network in the Muslim Holy City. In a statement, UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that this attack constitutes a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of Saudi Arabia and a threat to its security and stability. Stay up to date with the…