Author: Editorial Team

BUENOS AIRES, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — The 2026 FIA American Congress opened in Buenos Aires on Monday, bringing together representatives from 32 FIA Member Clubs across North, Central and South America and the Caribbean to discuss the future of mobility and motor sport. The President of Argentina Javier Milei, and FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem officially opened the three-day congress, hosted by the Automóvil Club Argentino (ACA). Ahead of the opening, Ben Sulayem met with President Milei to discuss opportunities to strengthen cooperation between the FIA and Argentina in mobility and motorsport. They also discussed Argentina’s ambitions to further…

The world has James Bond. It has Ethan Hunt. Now, South Asia’s legendary detective is stepping into the global spotlight. IJ: The Secret Parchment brings Ishtiaq Ahmed’s iconic Inspector Jamshed to life in a sweeping UAE-filmed thriller where ancient secrets, deadly conspiracies and a race against time collide. Fans of action-packed franchises such as James Bond 007 and Mission Impossible may have a new title to add to their watchlists. But unlike its Hollywood counterparts, IJ: The Secret Parchment draws from South Asia’s rich literary heritage, adapting one of Pakistani fiction’s most enduring detectives for a global audience. Released on…

ABU DHABI, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — ADNOC continues to empower Emirati youth in technical, digital and leadership capabilities to shape the future of energy and contribute to the UAE’s long-term progress. The company is advancing this commitment through various programmes including ADNOC Technical Academy (ATA), ADNOC Trading Academy, the AI Accelerator Programme and the ADNOC Accelerator Programme – RO’YA. Together, these platforms provide young Emiratis with specialised training, practical experience and future-focused skills across the energy value chain. Since 1978, ATA has graduated more than 6,000 UAE nationals, with around 1,500 trainees currently enrolled across its campuses. The academy…

ABU DHABI, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) is participating in the 23rd edition of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX 2026), which runs until 6th September under the theme “Our Heritage Is Our Honour and Pride.” The Department is showcasing legislation and regulations governing hunting, equestrianism, camel racing and other sporting and heritage activities as part of efforts to raise legal awareness and encourage responsible practices. Counsellor Yousef Saeed Al Abri, ADJD Undersecretary, and Counsellor Ali Mohamed Al Blooshi, Attorney-General of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, visited the Department’s pavilion and…

ABU DHABI, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — Khalifa University of Science and Technology and the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation have launched the Alajdar Employability Programme to strengthen graduate employability and prepare future-ready talent for the UAE’s evolving economy. Derived from the Arabic word meaning “the most qualified,” the Alajdar is designed to help students build these capabilities throughout their university journey, enabling them to graduate with a world-class degree, workplace readiness and the confidence sought by today’s employers. Developed over several months in partnership with the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation, the programme leveraged the expertise of experiential learning specialists to…

SEOUL, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — The Republic of Korea’s exports surged 68.7 percent in August from a year earlier, buoyed by strong semiconductor shipments, data showed Tuesday. Outbound shipments came to US$98.25 billion in August, Yonhap News Agency reported, citing data from the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources. Imports climbed 22.6 percent on-year to $63.51 billion, resulting in a trade surplus of $34.75 billion. By sector, semiconductor exports, a key pillar of Asia’s fourth-largest economy, soared 209 percent during the period to $46.65 billion, as major technology companies known as hyperscalers stepped up spending on artificial intelligence (AI)…

ABU DHABI, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, Chairman of the National Drug Enforcement Authority, has received Mohamed Lahritani, Director-General of Mauritanian National Security, and his accompanying delegation to discuss strengthening security cooperation and coordination in combating drug and psychotropic substance crimes. The meeting reviewed cooperation in monitoring and combating drug trafficking and distribution networks and ways to enhance preparedness to tackle cross-border crime. Discussions focused on the rapidly evolving methods used by organised criminal networks to manufacture, smuggle and distribute narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, highlighting the need to continuously develop technical…

ABU DHABI, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of the Republic of Uzbekistan, on the occasion of his country’s Independence 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 President Mirziyoyev and to Prime Minister Abdulla Aripov on the occasion. Source: Emirates News Agency

CAIRO, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) — Al-Azhar Al-Sharif has condemned the Iranian aggression against the United Arab Emirates involving a drone. In a statement issued today, Al-Azhar Al-Sharif categorically rejected these blatant attacks and the threat they pose to civilian security and regional stability, calling on Iran to respect the principles of good-neighbourliness and halt the attacks against its Muslim neighbours, which are prohibited under Islamic law. Source: Emirates News Agency

LONDON, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) — Joe Dean won his maiden DP World Tour title on home soil as he made a remarkable 11 birdies in 24 holes on the final day of the Husqvarna British Masters hosted by Sir Nick Faldo. Dean was on the EuroPro Tour as recently as 2022 and did not play any ranking golf at all in 2023, the same year he earned his DP World Tour card through the Qualifying School. Dean was on the EuroPro Tour as recently as 2022 and did not play any ranking golf at all in 2023, the same…