Author: Editorial Team
ABU DHABI, 4th September, 2026 (WAM) — President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan sent a congratulatory message to Ülle Madise on her election as President of the Republic of Estonia. 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, sent similar congratulatory messages to President Ülle Madise. Source: Emirates News Agency
BERLIN, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Major General Saleh Mohammed bin Megren Al Ameri, Commander of the National Guard, visited a number of German Federal Police (Bundespolizei) commands and units during his current visit to the Federal Republic of Germany, as part of a programme aimed at strengthening security cooperation and exchanging expertise between the two sides. The visits included the Directorate of Readiness and Rapid Response Police (Direktion Bundesbereitschaftspolizei) and the Aviation Group in Blumberg, the Federal Police Inspectorate in Frankfurt, and the Federal Police Inspectorate at Berlin Airport. During the visits, the National Guard Commander was received by…
IMOLA, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Kinetiz is stepping up preparations for its first Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL) race outside Yas Marina Circuit, using high-precision simulation technology to prepare for the challenges of Italy’s Imola Circuit. C.K., Director of the UAE Kinetiz team, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that Imola’s elevation changes, tight corners and limited overtaking space present significantly different technical challenges from Yas Marina Circuit. Ahead of Saturday’s race, he said the team had developed a high-precision simulation system that closely replicates real track conditions, enabling it to test the autonomous car under different scenarios,…
CAPITALS, 4th September, 2026 (WAM) — Gold held steady on Friday and was poised for a small weekly gain, as attention turned to highly awaited US payrolls data for clues on the Federal Reserve’s next interest rate decision. Spot gold held its ground at $4,477.10 per ounce, as of 02:11 GMT. US gold futures for December delivery fell 0.4 percent to $4,522.60. Among other metals, spot silver fell 0.3 percent to $66.78 per ounce but headed for a weekly gain. Platinum lost 0.8 percent to $1,811.28 and palladium declined 0.4 percent to $1,415.75, with both metals on track for slight…
A free lunch may still brighten up a workday. So might a team dinner, an office celebration or a pantry stocked with coffee and snacks. But when it comes to deciding whether to accept a job offer — or stay in one — UAE employees appear to be looking far beyond the usual workplace extras. A recent study by employee-experience platform NAVO, based on responses from more than 3,000 employers and employees across the UAE and GCC, found that health benefits were the most valued workplace offering. Wellbeing came close behind, while flexible and remote working arrangements followed right after.…
Abu Dhabi, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received the credentials of a number of newly appointed ambassadors to the UAE, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court. His Highness the President welcomed the new ambassadors and wished them success in their roles in strengthening relations between the UAE and their respective countries. He affirmed that UAE authorities would provide them with the necessary support to facilitate their missions and enable them to carry out…
ABU DHABI, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi is set to host the AJP Asia Continental Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2026 from 4th to 6th September at Mubadala Arena, with more than 2,000 male and female athletes representing 90 countries taking part in the event, sponsored by EDGE Group. The championship is one of the key events on the Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro (AJP) Tour calendar this season and will feature broad participation across amateur, masters, youth and professional divisions. Competitions will begin on 4th September and continue for three days, further underscoring Abu Dhabi’s position as a global destination for…
DUBAI, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) initiated a series of traffic improvements at Al Qiyadah Intersection to improve movement towards Abu Hail and Salah Al Din Streets. The works included adding a new lane from Al Ittihad Road for traffic heading from Dubai towards Abu Hail and Salah Al Din Streets, alongside upgrades to the intersection layout and traffic signals — improving traffic flow and easing vehicle movement along Al Ittihad Road and the surrounding network. The upgrade forms part of RTA’s ongoing efforts to develop the road network and enhance its efficiency, keeping…
CAIRO, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — The Economic and Social Council of the League of Arab States held its 118th ministerial session today, attended by Nabil Fahmy, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, Arab economy ministers, and representatives of member states, with the participation of the United Arab Emirates. The Council discussed a number of economic and development issues, including support for the Palestinian economy, Arab food security, and follow-up on the implementation of the Arab Program for Sustainable Food Security, the 2020-2030 Arab Sustainable Agricultural Development Strategy, the Arab Strategy For Sustainable Management Of Pastoral Resources 2020-2040, and…
Football has emerged as one of the biggest drivers of sports wagering in the UAE since the launch of the country’s regulated market, with cricket also attracting significant interest among residents, according to Play971. Philippa Bowland, Commercial Director for iGaming at Play971, told Khaleej Times that major international football fixtures and European club competitions have generated particularly strong engagement. “Since our launch, we have seen football emerge as a major driver of engagement, particularly around major international fixtures and European club competitions,” Bowland said. During a recent global football tournament, match-winner and total-goals markets proved particularly popular, she added, while…