Author: Editorial Team
SHARJAH, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF) 2026 has secured Gulftainer as a strategic sponsor, bringing one of the region’s largest ports and logistics operators to the forefront of global discussions on supply chain resilience and economic competitiveness. Announced by the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), the sponsorship reinforces the Forum’s ambition to connect high-level dialogue with the infrastructure, investments and public-private partnerships that will shape a more adaptive and resilient world at a time when governments and businesses face rapid shifts in the global economic landscape. Organised in collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Investment…
SHARJAH, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — Dana Gas and Crescent Petroleum have commenced supplies of natural gas from the Khor Mor field in the Kurdistan Region to Iraq’s Ministry of Electricity in Kirkuk, to further support the electricity sector in Iraq. Based on an agreement signed last December with the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity, Dana Gas and Crescent Petroleum, as joint operator of the Kurdistan Gas Project, will supply 100 MMscf/d of gas from the Khor Mor gas processing facility to Kirkuk Taza power station for an initial term of one year to help improve power generation and services in…
NEW YORK, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — Oil prices fell as low as 4% on August 4 to a three-week low. Brent crude futures fell US$3.11, or 3.71%, to US$80.66 a barrel and US West Texas Intermediate futures dropped US$3.58, or 4.46%, to US$76.76 a barrel. Both contracts fell to their lowest since July 13 earlier in the session. Earlier in the session, both benchmarks had risen more than 2%. Source: Emirates News Agency
There are few sensible reasons to venture outdoors during a Dubai summer. Dining, however, is one of them. On one particularly balmy evening, we headed to J1 Beach, which continues to quietly cement itself as Dubai’s most compelling collection of beach clubs and serious restaurants. It’s a destination that understands the difference between expensive and exceptional. This visit also happened to coincide with World Caviar Day — a celebration I confess had somehow escaped my diary until now. It did, however, remind me of my neighbour back in the tiny Northumberland village of Glanton, whose enduring claim to fame is…
DUBAI, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police have launched its “Summer of Innovation” event, bringing together police personnel, university students, innovators and innovation diploma participants to promote a culture of creativity, future foresight and practical problem-solving that supports institutional excellence and future readiness. The event, organised by the Knowledge, Innovation and Development Centre at the General Department of Administrative Affairs, was inaugurated by Dr Major General Ahmad Zaal Bin Krishan Almheiri, Deputy Commander-in-Chief for Financial and Administrative Affairs, in the presence of Major General Dr Saleh Abdullah Murad, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Administrative Affairs, senior officers and participants. Major General…
ABU DHABI, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Mubadala Excellence Programme has announced the renewal of its support for Emirati powerboat racer Alia Abdulsalam Fairooz, reaffirming its commitment to developing national talent and empowering athletes to compete at the highest international levels. The programme provides comprehensive technical and logistical support through physical and technical preparation programmes, training camps in Norway, and participation in the 2026 UIM F4 Powerboat World Championship, including the round in Italy from 7–9 August, followed by the Norway Grand Prix in Drammen from 21–23 August. The programme also focuses on enhancing athletic performance through sports data…
Huda Beauty founder Huda Kattan has revealed that both she and her 15-year-old daughter, Nour Giselle, have been living with Lyme disease after opening up about the online abuse her daughter has faced over her appearance. In an emotional video shared on social media on Monday, August 3, Kattan said she felt compelled to address the issue after Nour became the target of relentless comments and speculation about her looks. “I don’t even know how to address this video because it’s so ridiculous,” Kattan began, describing her daughter as “such a sweet girl” who deeply cares about others. The beauty…
DUBAI, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — Meraas, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has awarded a contract to International Foundation Group (L.L.C) for commencement of groundworks at Nourelle, marking the next phase in the delivery of the premium residential development within Madinat Jumeirah Living. The contract covers site preparation, as well as the design and construction of shoring and piling works for the development’s initial phase. The award marks another important milestone in the delivery of Nourelle, reinforcing Meraas’ continued progress across Madinat Jumeirah Living and its broader residential development programme. Located moments from Jumeirah Beach, Nourelle offers convenient…
ABU DHABI, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received the team behind the UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan. During the meeting, His Highness spoke with the delegation about their experiences and the valuable insights they gained through their participation in the international exhibition. He commended the efforts of all those who contributed to the success of the UAE’s participation, praising their role in showcasing the country’s inspiring success story to the world and helping build connections and ambitious partnerships that support its future aspirations. His Highness also congratulated…
SHARJAH, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK) and President of the American University of Sharjah (AUS), has formally accepted patronage of the Magdi Yacoub Institute, marking a new chapter in the growing collaboration between Sharjah and this world-leading centre for cardiovascular research. Bestowed during a visit to the Magdi Yacoub Institute Heart Science Centre in Harefield, United Kingdom, the patronage reflects a mutual commitment to advancing scientific discovery, regenerative cardiac medicine and international research collaboration. It also reinforces Sharjah’s growing role in supporting global…