Author: Editorial Team
SHARJAH, 22nd September, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK), stressed that the future of technology and innovation requires empowering women to move from participation to influence and decision-making in shaping the future. She underlined the importance of creating an environment that enables women to develop their ideas and transform them into impactful projects and solutions. H.H. Sheikha Bodour made the remarks while opening the seventh edition of the Women in Technology 2026 Forum, organised by SPARK under her patronage, under the theme “The 2050 Mindset.” The…
Gold prices in Dubai eased on Wednesday after starting this week on a weaker note amid renewed inflation concerns and a rise in oil buying interest. The 24K variant was trading at Dh523.50 per gram at the open of the markets on Wednesday, down from Dh526 per gram at the close of the markets a day before. According to data by the Dubai Jewellery Group, the other variants of the yellow metal, 22K, 21K, 18K, and 14K, were trading at Dh484.75, Dh464.75, Dh398.50, and Dh310.75, respectively. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.…
ABU DHABI, 22nd September, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Research Programme for Rain Enhancement Science (UAEREP) hosted the 17th session of its Rain Enhancement Hub Webinar Series under the title: “Bridging Science and Impact: Insights from UAEREP’s 6th Cycle Awardees on the Journey Ahead.” The webinar featured Prof. Linda Zou, Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at Victoria University, Australia, Dr. Oliver Branch, Senior Scientist at the Institute of Physics and Meteorology, University of Hohenheim, Germany, and moderated by Dr. Deon Terblanche, UAEREP Strategic Directions Committee. The speakers shared insights from their UAEREP-supported research projects and reflected on lessons learned…
CAPITALS, 23rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Oil prices edged lower on Wednesday, with Brent crude futures falling 7 cents, or 0.07 percent, to US$99.18 a barrel as of 01:19 GMT. US West Texas Intermediate crude futures also fell 35 cents, or 0.39 percent, to US$90.17 a barrel. Source: Emirates News Agency
ABU DHABI, 22nd September, 2026 (WAM) — Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development is participating in Al Ain Future Business Forum 2026, organised by the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) at ADNEC Centre Al Ain on 23rd to 24th September 2026, under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region. The participation forms part of Khalifa Fund’s ongoing efforts to support the growth of Emirati enterprises and strengthen the entrepreneurship ecosystem across Abu Dhabi. Khalifa Fund’s participation highlights its approach to supporting entrepreneurs in Al Ain through an integrated ecosystem that…
NEW YORK, 22nd September, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the Arab Republic of Egypt, the State of Qatar, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, the Republic of Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Republic of Türkiye, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia met in New York on 21 September 2026, on the margins of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly. The Ministers express deep concern over the continued humanitarian suffering in Gaza and call upon Israel to immediately fulfil its outstanding commitments under the First Phase of the Comprehensive…
On Friday morning, hundreds of UAE residents lined up outside Apple stores across Dubai. Some had slept in their cars. Others arrived before dawn. All of them wanted the same thing: the iPhone 18 in their hands on day one. The phone can be ordered online and delivered within minutes. Yet hundreds chose to queue up, some even sleeping in their car overnight to ensure they got their devices as early as possible. For Pakistani expat Sadaf, buying the new iPhone on launch day has become a family tradition. She queued outside the Apple store with her brother’s wife and…
ABU DHABI, 22nd September, 2026 (WAM) — The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has signed and renewed 21 trade and industry partnership agreements at Arabian Travel Market, strengthening the emirate’s global commercial network and advancing the objectives of Tourism Strategy 2030. In addition, the organisation was recognised for its commitment to experiential authenticity with an accolade for Best Stand Feature at this year’s show. Designed to immerse visitors in the emirate’s rich heritage, the Experience Abu Dhabi stand was recognised for its striking showcases, from the Liwa International Festival buggy to cultural activations by…
ABU DHABI, 22nd September, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Customs is participating in the inaugural edition of the Al Ain Future Business Forum, organised by the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, on 23rd and 24th September 2026 at ADNEC Centre Al Ain. The participation forms part of Abu Dhabi Customs’ efforts to enhance the competitiveness of the business environment, facilitate trade and supply chains, and support Abu Dhabi’s economic diversification journey. Abu Dhabi Customs’ participation in the forum, held under the…
DUBAI, 22nd September, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates today offered their condolences to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Those offering their condolences included His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah; His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah; His Highness…