Author: Editorial Team
Charcoal burning and barbecuing have been prohibited at a public beach in Ras Al Khaimah under a new measure aimed at preserving the area’s appearance and promoting public safety. The ban came into effect on September 10, 2026. The Public Services Department in Ras Al Khaimah announced the ban at Flamingo Beach, urging the public to comply with the restriction to help keep the beach clean, safe and accessible to everyone. The department said the measure was introduced to preserve the beauty of the beach and ensure a safe environment for residents and visitors. The restriction comes as the UAE…
MANAMA, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — Bahrain has strongly condemned the criminal plot to illegally smuggle individuals and security wanted persons across the UAE’s borders, praising the efficiency and vigilance of UAE security authorities in foiling the plot, arresting those involved and referring them to the Public Prosecution for further legal action. In a statement carried by the Bahrain News Agency (BNA), the Bahraini Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed the Kingdom’s full solidarity with the UAE and its support for all legal and security measures taken to safeguard its sovereignty, protect its borders and preserve its security and stability. The…
BRUSSELS, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — UAE rider Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzooqi, aboard Biarritz Z, topped an international young-horse show jumping competition in Opglabbeek, Belgium, on Thursday. The competition featured 79 horses, with seven-year-olds competing over 1.30-metre fences and eight-year-olds over 1.35 metres. The event forms part of the Opglabbeek international show jumping tournament, running from 9th to 13th September. Compatriot Salim Ahmed Al Suwaidi, riding SS Ourania, finished third as UAE riders continued their preparations for the 2026 Asian Games in Japan. Humaid Abdulla Khalifa Al Muhairi, aboard Villon WH, finished second with a clear round in the…
ABU DHABI, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed regional developments during a phone call with Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptian Expatriates. The two top diplomats also reviewed the longstanding fraternal relations between the UAE and Egypt and ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation in support of their shared interests. They also exchanged views on a number of issues of common concern. Source: Emirates News Agency
DUBAI, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Films and Games Commission (DFGC), an entity under the Dubai Media Council, has announced the launch of a national short film competition projecting the incredible strength, solidarity and resilience displayed by people from across the UAE amid the spectre of challenging regional events. Launched under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the initiative titled ‘Stories of Our Determination’ will spotlight profound human experiences through film while offering a unique platform aimed at encouraging students of media to explore the medium…
ABU DHABI, LEVERKUSEN, HAMBURG, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — Covestro, Fertiglobe and MB Energy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore collaboration across the ammonia value chain in Germany and Europe. The MoU was signed during the visit to Germany of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The collaboration brings together Fertiglobe’s global ammonia production and supply capabilities, MB Energy’s energy infrastructure and logistics expertise, and Covestro’s position as a major industrial consumer of ammonia in Germany. Under the MoU, Fertiglobe, the world’s largest seaborne exporter of urea and ammonia, will explore the potential supply…
Three young UAE-based innovators have developed AI tools aimed at tackling some of the most practical problems facing hospitals, from patients turning up at the wrong department to operating rooms sitting empty and elderly patients struggling to navigate healthcare systems. The projects took the top three places at the inaugural AI Builders Summit 2026, organised by Burjeel Training Academy, with the winners selected from more than 100 applications and 19 finalists. The winning project, developed by 21-year-old Hamdan Basheer, is an AI-powered triage and referral system designed to help patients identify how urgent their symptoms are, direct them to the…
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 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 and other officials. India’s Ministry of External Affairs welcomed Sheikh Khaled,…
DUBAI, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — Under the Arab Media Summit 2026, taking place from 15 to 17 September, the Dubai Films and Games Commission, part of the Dubai Media Council, will organise the Films Forum, bringing together leading figures from cinema, drama and music alongside directors, producers, experts and creative industry leaders from across the region and the world. A strategic platform within the Summit, the Forum advances Dubai’s vision for the film sector and the creative industries, convening talent, expertise and decision makers to read the fast moving shifts reshaping audiovisual content, and anchoring Dubai as a global…
MUNICH, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today departed Munich at the conclusion of a multi-day state visit to the Federal Republic of Germany. Source: Emirates News Agency