Author: Editorial Team

ABU DHABI, 19th September, 2026 (WAM) — The second Trust Fertility and Gynecology Conference 2026 has opened in Abu Dhabi, bringing together more than 800 specialists and experts in fertility, reproductive health, obstetrics and gynaecology, embryology and related fields. Organised by Trust Fertility Clinic at Burjeel Medical City, part of Burjeel Holdings, the conference is being held under the theme “Trust in Evidence, Excellence in Practice”, with the support and participation of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH). The event opened in the presence of H.H. Sheikha Dr. Shamma bint Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan, Chairperson of the…

Dubai, 18th September (WAM) — The 4th International UAE Rare Disease Society Congress began today in Dubai with six specialised workshops covering a range of key topics. The workshops were led by experts and specialists from the United Arab Emirates and around the world. The first workshop, presented by Masooma Al Jasmi from the United Arab Emirates, explored nutrition as part of rare disease treatment. It highlighted the essential role of specialised medical nutrition therapy in managing rare diseases and inherited metabolic disorders, and presented practical dietary strategies that can help achieve metabolic stability and improve health outcomes and quality…

Some of the strongest warnings about artificial intelligence are no longer coming from critics standing outside the industry. They are coming from the people building the technology itself. Anthropic chief executive Dario Amodei has warned that the development of frontier AI may need to slow, arguing that safety systems and independent oversight need time to keep pace.  Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI; Demis Hassabis, CEO of DeepMind; and Elon Musk have also backed stronger safeguards around increasingly capable systems, while current and former AI researchers have issued progressively sharper warnings about what could happen as models become more autonomous. Stay…

DUBAI, 19th September, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Cyber Security Council, in strategic partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, has launched the CYBRANI Practical Training Initiative to strengthen the national cybersecurity talent pipeline by linking university education with practical industry experience. Announced during GISEC Global 2026, CYBRANI will provide university students across the UAE with opportunities to develop practical cybersecurity skills, work on real-world challenges, engage with industry experts and gain exposure to leading government, technology and cybersecurity organisations. The initiative supports national efforts to develop cybersecurity capabilities and prepare a new generation with the technical…

MOSCOW, 19th September, 2026 (WAM) — Ajman Chamber has concluded its participation in WorldFood Moscow 2026, held in the Russian capital from 15th to 18th September, where it promoted products manufactured in the emirate and explored opportunities to expand their presence in international markets. Several Ajman-based food companies participated under the Chamber’s umbrella, including Perfect Foodstuff Factory, Al Rawda Foodstuff Factory, Bon Crêpe Chocolate Factory, The Love of Dates Factory, Al Madina Foodstuff Factory, Hot and Fresh Foodstuff Factory and Big Mart Hypermarket. Their participation reflected the diversity of Ajman’s food and beverage sector and the ability of local companies…

SHARJAH, 19th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) concludes its participation yesterday at Arabian Travel Market 2026, following four days of engagement with industry partners, travel and tourism professionals, media representatives and decision makers from markets around the world. The “Visit Sharjah” pavilion served as an interactive platform to showcase the emirate’s diverse tourism offerings across Sharjah City, the Central Region and the East Coast, as well as the year-round cultural, heritage, nature, family and adventure experiences it offers. The participation saw the unveiling of the new design of the “Visit Sharjah” pavilion during…

Sharjah Police is offering motorists easier access to traffic and licensing services as police expand efforts to reduce the time and effort needed to complete vehicle-related procedures. The police said its ‘Your Path, Made Easy’ initiative brings a range of traffic, licensing and customer services together in one place, helping residents understand available procedures and access them through more convenient channels. Lieutenant Colonel Khalid Ahmed bin Al Sheikh, Deputy Director of the Vehicles and Drivers Licensing Department said bringing several services and facilities onto a single platform allows motorists to learn about available options, understand procedures more clearly and complete transactions more…

DUBAI, 19th September, 2026 (WAM) — Nearly three decades after its launch, the Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) has evolved into a comprehensive platform spanning energy, water, green development, digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI), decarbonisation, green mobility, hydrogen and sustainable cities. The 28th edition of WETEX, organised by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), will take place from 20th to 22nd October 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA and Founder and Chairman of WETEX, said the exhibition has become a leading platform for supporting partnerships, exchanging knowledge and expertise,…

SHARJAH, 18th September, 2026 (WAM) — When reading becomes a journey, books become windows through which children and young people can discover the cultures of the world. Inspired by this vision, the Rubu’ Qarn for Creating Future Leaders and Innovators has launched the 2026 edition of its “Hel wa Tarhal” programme, bringing together around 2,000 members from Sharjah Children, Sajaya Young Ladies of Sharjah and Sharjah Youth. The virtual cultural, tourism and entertainment journey began in the UAE on 12th September and will continue until the end of the month, travelling onwards to the People’s Republic of China and the…

SEOUL, 18th September, 2026 (WAM) — Hanwha Finance is expanding its cooperation with Abu Dhabi’s financial ecosystem, strengthening connections between the Republic of Korea and Abu Dhabi through its ‘Digital Asset Silk Road’ vision, a concept aimed at connecting financial markets and institutions on both sides and enhancing cooperation in digital assets and financial services. Hanwha Life, Hanwha General Insurance, Hanwha Investment & Securities and Hanwha Asset Management, collectively Hanwha Finance, announced expanded cooperation with Abu Dhabi’s financial ecosystem following the signing of partnerships with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi,…