Author: Editorial Team
ABU DHABI, 27th September, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has received, at Barzat Al Bateen, the UAE team that participated in the 18th BRICS Summit, hosted in New Delhi, India, from 12-13 September 2026. H.H. commended the team’s efforts, which contributed to the success of the UAE’s participation in the summit, as well as the extensive preparations and coordination among the relevant entities ahead of the event. These efforts contributed to advancing the UAE’s objectives to expand its economic and…
Miss Universe India 2026 Kaziah Liz Mejo has met Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, the UAE’s Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, as she prepares for the international pageant. Sharing footage of the meeting on Instagram, Mejo said the conversation was a highlight of her journey. She described exchanging ideas about a more united world and receiving the minister’s blessings before stepping onto the global stage. The UAE-raised contestant also spoke about her connection to both countries. In a separate Instagram story, she said she had “always wanted to be a representative of our Bharat in everything I do”, adding…
ABU DHABI, 27th September, 2026 (WAM) — Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA) welcomed Alex Davies-Jones MP, UK Minister for Victims, Violence Against Women and Girls and International Justice, alongside Geraldine McCafferty, His Majesty’s Ambassador to the UAE, for a discussion with students enrolled in the Academy’s Postgraduate Diploma programme. Moderated by Dr Rikard Jalkebro, Associate Professor at AGDA, the session explored support for victims of crime, efforts to combat violence against women and girls, and the role of international cooperation in advancing justice. The discussion was followed by an interactive question-and-answer session, giving students the opportunity to engage directly with…
Residents in the UAE looking to renew or buy vehicle insurance are being warned about online scams that impersonate insurance companies, brokers and other approved providers. Dubai Police said fraudsters are using fake advertisements, links, and social media accounts to trick customers into handing over money or sensitive personal and banking information. Some scams offer vehicle insurance at unusually low prices, while others send urgent messages asking customers to renew their policies immediately. Victims are then directed to a link where they are asked to enter vehicle details, personal information, bank card details or verification codes. Stay up to date…
WASHINGTON, 27th September, 2026 (WAM) — OpenAI, developer of the ChatGPT chatbot, said its artificial intelligence agents had posted 53 images provided by users online. The company said the images were posted to image-hosting sites through links that were not publicly listed, adding that it had worked with hosting providers to remove most of the content, while efforts were continuing to remove the remaining images. OpenAI said the incident occurred while AI agents were operating in a research environment, where they transmitted training and evaluation data while using third-party services. The company said using the data in this way was…
MUSCAT, 27th September, 2026 (WAM) — The report on Strategic Tourism Ambition in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Countries, issued by the GCC Statistical Centre (GCC-Stat), indicated that the direct and indirect economic value of tourism in the GCC countries rose to approximately US$254.7 billion in 2025, compared with US$11.7 trillion globally. The number of tourism-related jobs in the GCC countries reached approximately 4.5 million, compared with around 371 million globally, while tourism’s contribution to gross domestic product (GDP) and employment, as well as the sector’s growth rates in the GCC, stood at competitive levels compared with global averages. The…
NEW YORK, 27th September, 2026 (WAM) — Future Health – A Global Initiative by Abu Dhabi convened Ministers, senior government representatives, and global health leaders in New York on the sidelines of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 81). The high-level dialogue set out practical priorities for moving health systems from reactive treatment towards prediction, prevention, and earlier intervention. Chaired by Ahmed bin Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of Health and Prevention, the dialogue brought together participants from the United Arab Emirates, Angola, Brazil, Ethiopia, Finland, Guyana, Indonesia, Madagascar, Mali, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sweden, the United Kingdom, the…
BRUSSELS, 27th September, 2026 (WAM) — Industrial producer prices in the European Union increased in July 2026, according to data from Eurostat, the European Union’s statistical office. The domestic producer price index for total industry, excluding construction, stood at 133.4 points in July, based on 2021=100 and without seasonal adjustment. Industrial producer prices in the EU rose 1.4 percent in July compared with June 2026 and increased 5.6 percent compared with July 2025. The figures track changes in domestic producer prices across industrial activities in the EU and provide an indication of price pressures at the producer level across the…
A ring tucked away in a drawer or a bangle inherited years ago could leave its owner wondering what it is worth. A newly launched UAE startup is offering residents a way to find out without taking their jewellery to a shop. SellYourGold.ae offers free home gold valuations across the country, with no minimum quantity and no obligation to sell. Residents who accept an offer can receive payment in cash or by bank transfer during the visit, according to the company. Co-founders Rishi Vaya and Jash Vaya said the service grew out of their family’s experience in the UAE jewellery…
AJMAN, 27th September, 2026 (WAM) — Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Muwaiji, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Ajman Chamber, launched the Chamber’s newly redesigned website, with the aim of enhancing customer experience through a clearer, more organised interface, easily accessible content, and a smart assistant that facilitates quick and efficient access to services and information. The launch event, held at the Thara Entrepreneurship Centre, was attended by Sheikh Sultan bin Saqr Al Nuaimi, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors, along with members of the Board of Directors. The redesigned website provides an integrated and interconnected digital platform…