Author: Editorial Team
AJMAN, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Cedars Golf Championship will return to the UAE for its second edition, with Al Zorah Golf Club in Ajman set to host the tournament from 2nd to 4th October, 2026. Organised by the Lebanese Golf Federation in cooperation with the Emirates Golf Federation, the championship reflects continued sporting cooperation between the two federations and their shared commitment to developing golf across the region. The three-day tournament will feature 54 holes of individual stroke play and is included in the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR), giving participants an opportunity to strengthen their international rankings…
ABU DHABI, 26th August (WAM) — The UAE national judo team opens its Lausanne Grand Slam campaign on Saturday, featuring Karim Abdel Latif and Naji Yazbek (-73kg), alongside Giorgi Elbakiev (-81kg). The event, running from 26th to 30th August, features over 530 judokas from 78 countries, including a 10-member refugee team. Notably, the edition introduces competitions for People of Determination to promote societal inclusion and equal opportunity. Following tomorrow’s draw, the tournament begins Friday with lightweight events. The UAE completes its participation on Sunday with Aram Grigorian and Talal Shafili (-90kg), Omar Maarouf (+100kg), and Eliza Litev (women’s -78kg). Source:…
SÃO JOSÉ, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — EDGE Group, a UAE-based advanced technology and defence group, and the Brazilian Army, through the Cyber Defence Command (ComDCiber), will establish a Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence (COE), the first institution of its kind in Latin America to operate under a tripartite model bringing together government, industry, and academia. The initiative reflects an equal, strategic commitment between the two founding institutions to establish a permanent, internationally benchmarked organisation serving Brazil’s cybersecurity requirements and contribute to the wider region. Both founding partners will make direct investments in the institution, reinforcing their commitment to its…
DUBAI, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — The fourth edition of the GPRC Summit opened today in Dubai under the theme “Driving Success: Integrating GRC with Strategy Execution in a Hyperconnected World”, bringing together more than 800 senior officials and specialised experts from the UAE and around the world. The two-day summit brings together government and executive leaders and international experts to discuss the rapid transformations taking place across governance, risk, compliance and performance, while highlighting the growing role of artificial intelligence in reshaping risk management, compliance, decision-making and institutional resilience. The first day featured the participation of Dr. Mohamed Al…
SHARJAH, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — Rubu’ Qarn for Creating Future Leaders and Innovators, in collaboration with the UAE Board on Books for Young People (UAEBBY), concluded the second edition of its “Mujawara” programme (Rubu’ Qarn Creative Writing Programme) within the Literature and Languages track. After four days of intensive training, participants from Sharjah Youth and Sajaya Young Ladies of Sharjah presented writing projects that demonstrated remarkable development in their creative skills and their ability to construct complete literary texts. The programme adopted a progressive training methodology that began with diagnosis and assessment of each participant’s initial level, then progressed…
DUBAI, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced the establishment of the Uzbekistan Business Council. The new council aims to strengthen cooperation between the business communities in Dubai and Uzbekistan, support the growth of trade and investment ties, and expand opportunities for collaboration across diverse sectors. During the council’s inaugural meeting, held at Dubai Chambers’ headquarters, participants explored ways to develop new business opportunities and advance mutual investments. Discussions also focused on strengthening connections between Uzbek companies and their counterparts in Dubai, facilitating the…
For many affluent UAE families, university planning still begins in the final years of school, when application deadlines loom and admission essays need to be written. Yet, education leaders and university admissions specialists say that approach is increasingly outdated. As competition intensifies for places at Ivy League institutions, Oxbridge colleges and other highly selective universities worldwide, the most successful applicants are often those who have spent years building a strong academic foundation, exploring their interests and developing a distinctive personal story. The shift reflects a broader transformation in global admissions. Universities are no longer simply rewarding students with the highest…
SEOUL, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) organised the Sharjah-Korea Businesswomen Forum in Seoul as part of its high-level official business mission to the Republic of Korea, running from 23rd to 30th August. The forum was held with the participation and cooperation of a network of UAE and Korean institutions, including the Embassy of the Republic of Korea to the UAE, Korea International Trade Association (KITA), Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC), Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTI Park), Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) and Korea-Arab Society (KAS). The forum witnessed the signing of…
DUBAI, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai International Airport (DXB) welcomed 31.5 million guests during the first six months of 2026, as airline capacity continued to return and demand strengthened through the second quarter following one of the most challenging operating environments in the airport’s history. While regional airspace constraints continued to influence traffic during the first half of the year, guest volumes increased steadily throughout Q2, rising from 3.5 million in April to 4.5 million in May and 5 million in June. The steady return of international carriers, improving connectivity and strengthening load factors signal resilient demand across key…
ABU DHABI, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — SEHA CLINICS, a subsidiary of PureHealth, has launched “The Future Starts Here”, a back-to-school campaign designed to engage children and families through interactive experiences focused on healthy development, wellbeing and preventive care. The initiative invites children to explore roles including doctors, pilots, civil defence heroes and chefs through interactive technology, practical activities and gamified challenges, while learning how healthy habits and preventive care can support their development and future ambitions. The campaign also highlights the role of primary care in supporting children throughout their development, from preventive health and routine care to specialised…