Author: Editorial Team
Kidney disease can quietly damage the body for years before clear symptoms appear, and doctors in the UAE said that some patients are still being diagnosed only after the condition has reached an advanced stage. Specialists said the problem is that the kidneys can continue working even after losing a significant part of their function. By the time a patient notices something is wrong, the damage may already be serious. “The kidneys function in silence,” said Dr John Cherian, specialist nephrologist at Aster Hospital, Mankhool. He said chronic kidney disease usually develops slowly and its early symptoms can be subtle…
DUBAI, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Enercap Energy Holding Limited to strengthen cooperation in research, development and innovation, with a focus on autonomous marine systems and advanced technologies. The agreement aims to enhance operational and technical capabilities through joint studies, research, technical and field trials, and the exchange of expertise and international best practices. The MoU was signed by Brigadier Mansour Al Gergawi, Director of the General Department of Administrative Affairs at Dubai Police, and Khalifa Khouri, Chairman of Enercap Energy Holding Limited and Chairman of Apex Energy Investments. Under…
NEW DELHI, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has arrived in India to lead the UAE delegation attending the 18th BRICS Summit, taking place in New Delhi from 12-13 September 2026, on behalf of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. The UAE delegation includes Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court; Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation; Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology; Dr…
PARIS, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports and Chairman of the UAE Space Agency, led the UAE delegation participating in the inaugural International Space Summit 2026, held in Paris on 9th and 10th September. The summit brought together heads of state and government, representatives of international and regional organisations, scientists, astronauts and private-sector leaders for discussions aimed at shaping a space sector capable of addressing current scientific, technological, economic and environmental challenges. Al Falasi said the global space sector is entering a new phase in which its impact extended beyond exploration to play…
Sharjah Ruler leads funeral prayer for Sheikh Mohammed bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi The funeral prayer took place at King Faisal Mosque in Sharjah Funeral prayer took place after Friday’s Asr prayer Sharjah Deputy Ruler’s brother Sheikh Mohammed bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi passes away Source: Khaleej Times
MUNICH, Germany, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE-Germany Business Forum was held in Munich, coinciding with the state visit of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to Germany. The forum was attended by Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister for Foreign Trade, and Katherina Reiche, Federal Minister of Economic Affairs, representing the German side, alongside a large number of business leaders, investors, and representatives from chambers of commerce in both countries. The event saw the signing of 30 memoranda of understanding, agreements, and commercial partnerships between UAE and German entities, valued at €9.66 billion.…
ABU DHABI,11th September, 2026 (WAM) — ADNOC, XRG and Masdar today announced agreements with leading German companies, strengthening the strategic partnership between the UAE and Germany across energy, industry and advanced technology. Together, the agreements have the potential to enable more than €5 billion of investment and deepen cooperation by combining the UAE’s expertise in energy and long-term capital with Germany’s industrial and technological capabilities. The agreements were signed during the state visit by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to the Federal Republic of Germany and follow the announcement of €40 billion in intended long-term investment…
KATHMANDU, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — The fifth UAE relief aircraft arrived in Nepal on Friday carrying 34 tonnes of humanitarian aid as part of the UAE’s ongoing air bridge to support relief efforts and assist those affected by floods and landslides. The aircraft was received by Sudan Gurung, Nepal’s Minister for Home Affairs; Mahabir Pun, Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation; and Abdulla Saeed Al Shamsi, UAE Ambassador to the South Asian nation. The shipment included jet skis, rescue boats, relief packages, solar panels, specialised search-and-rescue equipment and other humanitarian supplies aimed at strengthening the capabilities of field teams,…
ABU DHABI, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — Emirati women continue to strengthen their presence on the local, regional and international sporting stage, supported by a national vision that has placed women’s empowerment at the heart of the UAE’s development. Women’s sport in the UAE has witnessed significant progress in recent years through strategies aimed at broadening participation, developing talent and preparing athletes to compete at the highest levels. Emirati women have also assumed decision-making positions in Arab, continental and international sports federations and organisations, reflecting growing confidence in their leadership and expertise. The UAE National Olympic Committee and Ministry of…
MUNICH, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — XRG, ADNOC, and SEFE Securing Energy for Europe today signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore opportunities across the natural gas and LNG value chains, reinforcing their shared commitment to delivering reliable and competitively priced energy supply for Germany and Europe. The agreement was signed during the visit of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to the Federal Republic of Germany. It builds on the existing partnership between the companies and brings together their complementary strengths, leveraging both UAE-based supply from ADNOC and a diverse set of international supply nodes from…