Author: Editorial Team
A child’s walking style can change considerably during the growing years, and many variations are a normal part of development. But UAE doctors say parents should pay attention when an unusual pattern persists, worsens or is accompanied by pain or other symptoms. Persistent toe-walking, significant inward or outward turning of the feet, bowing, knock-knees and differences between the two sides of the body can sometimes warrant assessment. Medics advise parents not to ignore a new limp or sudden change in how a child walks. In some cases, the source of discomfort may not be where the child feels the pain.…
ABU DHABI, 26th September, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court, has attended a wedding reception held by the family of the late Saeed Suhail bin Noura Al Rashdi for the marriages of his sons, Mohamed to the daughter of Mubarak Al Tamatem bin Aidas Al Rashdi, Nasser to the daughter of the late Hadi Musallam bin Aidas Al Rashdi, and Saif to the daughter of Saleh Mohamed bin Aidas Al Rashdi. Khalifa bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed congratulated the newlyweds and their families, and wished them a happy…
UAE Lottery has announced their Saturday night Lucky Day draw results, revealing the winning numbers for the Dh30 million grand prize, Dh5 million for the second prize and three Lucky Chance winners, each taking home Dh50,000. Hosted by Diala Makki, draw number 260926 was held live at 9.30pm on September 26. The winning Lucky Chance IDs for Dh50,000 were CC5320391, AZ2412688 and DT9663576. For the Dh30 million jackpot, players have to pick 6 numbers from the Days section and one number from the Month section. September 26’s numbers in the Days section were 12, 10, 5, 21, 2, 22. The…
NAGOYA, 26th September, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE opened its medal account at the Asian Games Aichi–Nagoya 2026 as Sulaiman Abdulrahman claimed silver in the men’s 400m final, clocking 44.99 seconds and finishing just 0.09 seconds behind Thailand’s Joshua Atkinson, who took gold in 44.90 seconds. Emmanuel Bamidele also competed in the final, recording 45.97 seconds. Aminat Qamardeen clocked 23.61 seconds in the women’s 200m heats, while Abdul Quddus Ali recorded 21.05 seconds in the men’s 200m semi-finals, having qualified from the heats in 21.07 seconds. The men’s 400m final was attended by Faris Mohammed Al Mutawa, Secretary General of…
ABU DHABI, 26th September, 2026 (WAM) — Takashi Yamashita, Minister of Justice of Japan and head of his country’s delegation to the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice – Abu Dhabi 2026, affirmed the strong relations between the UAE and Japan across all fields, including justice. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of the congress, Yamashita said, “Relations with the UAE encompass many areas, including law and justice,” expressing his pleasure at participating in the important global event. He added, “Through the congress, we will seek to make the world safer…
ABU DHABI, 26th September, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, has attended part of the proceedings of the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice – Abu Dhabi 2026, hosted by the UAE at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, from 26th September until 1st October 2026. The congress brings together ministers, senior officials and experts, alongside representatives of governments and international organisations from around the world. The first day of the event was attended by a number of ministers of justice and interior, including Abdullah…
The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Democratic Republic of the Congo following a plane crash in the southwest of the country, which resulted in a number of deaths. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Mofa) expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and its people over this tragedy. The plane was travelling to the capital, Kinshasa, from the southwestern city of Kikwit when it experienced a technical problem and attempted to land in Kenge, in Kwango province, Remy Saki Bokinda, the…
ABU DHABI, 26th September, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received Her Excellency Saida Mirziyoyeva, Head of the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan. During the meeting, Her Excellency conveyed the greetings of Uzbekistan’s President, His Excellency Shavkat Mirziyoyev, and his best wishes for the UAE’s continued progress and prosperity. His Highness asked her to convey his greetings to President Mirziyoyev and his best wishes for the continued progress and prosperity of Uzbekistan and its people. The meeting also discussed opportunities to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in support of…
DUBAI, 26th September, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, received condolences from His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the sisterly State of Qatar, over the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, during a telephone call on Saturday. During the call, H.H. Sheikh Tamim expressed his sincere condolences and sympathy to H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, praying to Allah Almighty to bestow His mercy and forgiveness upon the deceased, grant him a place in Paradise, and grant the Al Maktoum family patience…
ABU DHABI, 26th September, 2026 (WAM) — Cultural and heritage activities organised by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) have attracted visitors and guests attending the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice – Abu Dhabi 2026, hosted by the UAE at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi until 1st October. Visitors explored Emirati heritage through displays and activities featuring Arabic coffee and dates, falconry, pearl diving traditions, henna, Al Sadu and Talli, two deeply treasured traditional Emirati textile crafts, Emirati food and Arabic calligraphy. Yousef Ahmed Al Ali, a researcher in Arab…