Author: Editorial Team
NEW YORK, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Carlos Alcaraz took another solid step in his comeback from injury while fellow defending champion Aryna Sabalenka also advanced at the US Open on Wednesday, as organisers heaved a sigh of relief after clearing a backlog of rain-delayed matches. Former winner Daniil Medvedev weathered an avian interruption to soar into the next round, with Americans Ben Shelton, Jessica Pegula, Emma Navarro and Frances Tiafoe all progressing. Alcaraz took centre stage in the evening session on Arthur Ashe Stadium, where the Spanish second seed dropped the opening set before blowing away Jaime Faria 4-6…
DUBAI, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Municipality has announced the launch of an integrated urban lighting system as part of the objectives of the Dubai Civility Committee, aiming to establish a comprehensive framework and unified standards for lighting across the emirate. The initiative seeks to enhance Dubai’s visual identity and cityscape, support quality of life, and reinforce the emirate’s ambition to become the world’s most beautiful city. The framework will examine global best practices in urban lighting, establish technical standards and specifications, and develop mechanisms for governance and compliance, ensuring alignment with the Dubai Building Code. It forms part…
ABU DHABI, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — The Department of Education and Knowledge – Abu Dhabi (ADEK) and Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in education and Emirati heritage and support initiatives that reinforce Emirati values among students. The MoU was signed by Mubarak Hamad Al Mheiri, Under-Secretary of ADEK, and Obaid Khalfan Al Mazrouei, Acting Director-General of Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, in the presence of Mohamed Taj Eddine Ahmed Alqadi, Chairman of ADEK, and Abdulla Mubarak Al Mheiri, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority. The agreement, singed during the Abu Dhabi…
HELSINKI, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — On Monday, 31st August 2026, the UAE Embassy in Helsinki, in cooperation with Emirates, organised a promotional event titled “Bridging Dubai and Helsinki with Emirates” at Solo Sokos Hotel Pier 4 in Helsinki, to celebrate the upcoming launch of Emirates’ new Dubai-Helsinki route. The Emirates’ new route service introduces the only year-round, non-stop, direct link between Finland and the UAE, unlocking expanded opportunities for both international leisure and corporate travellers. Furthermore, it reinforces the strong bilateral relations between the UAE and Finland, underpinned by mutual interests in renewable energy, artificial intelligence and digital transformation,…
Dubai residents can now take part in a workout class held entirely in the dark, with no mirrors, screens, phones or other visual distractions. GymNation has launched Dans le Noir: Class in the Dark, a 45-minute fitness experience designed to shift participants’ attention away from their appearance and towards how their bodies move. Before the lights are switched off, participants complete a short grounding sequence featuring balance exercises, joint mobilisation and proprioceptive activation. This prepares them to move safely and confidently once they can no longer rely on their vision. During the class, participants wear weighted vests and wrist weights…
ABU DHABI, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Alice Mina and Vladimiro Selva, Captains Regent of the Republic of San Marino, on the occasion of San Marino’s National Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, dispatched similar messages to the Captains Regent of San Marino. Source: Emirates News Agency
ABU DHABI, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — PureHealth has hired 100 People of Determination into roles across its Care & Cover network, creating career opportunities as part of its ongoing partnership with Abu Dhabi’s Department of Community Development (DCD). The achievement, supported by the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), was marked at a joint event attended by Eng Hamad Ali Al Dhaheri, Undersecretary of DCD; Dr Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi, Undersecretary of DoH; Shaista Asif, Group Chief Executive Officer of PureHealth; senior healthcare leaders; and employees from across the PureHealth network. The public-private partnership, part of DCD’s People…
ABU DHABI, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Awards Meylas hosted a panel discussion, titled “Emirati Women Who Inspire Goodness”, during the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 2026, held at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). The panel highlighted initiatives and personal stories that have positively impacted the lives of others, featuring Abu Dhabi Awards recipients Dr Ayesha Al Memari and Farah Al Qaissieh. The session was moderated by Amal Al Ameri, Member of the Abu Dhabi Awards Organising Committee. Sharing their personal journeys, the two recipients highlighted how Emirati women are transforming their experiences…
SEOUL, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — The Republic of Korea’s foreign reserves rose by the largest amount in August due to an increase in dollar-denominated assets, the central bank said Thursday. The country’s foreign reserves stood at US$442.28 billion as of the end of August, up $14.33 billion from a month earlier, Yonhap News Agency reported, citing data from the Bank of Korea (BOK). The on-month gain marked the largest increase since the BOK began compiling the data in 1971, while the balance marked the highest level since May 2022, when it stood at $447.71 billion. The BOK attributed the…
From the moment we wake up until we go to sleep, our days are filled with tasks and responsibilities. In between, we all have common routines that can add several ‘ugghh’ moments to an already hectic life, and who wants that? We cannot solve all of them at once, but we can certainly help you avoid some. Here are some tried-and-tested products that have turned some of those daily activities into a walk in the park instead of an obstacle course — and that we hope will make your life easier. Source: Khaleej Times