Author: Editorial Team
DUBAI, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a series of awareness programmes and activities for students, parents and drivers coinciding with the start of the 2026–2027 academic year. The initiatives are part of RTA’s annual traffic awareness plan, aimed at promoting safe road behaviour, raising awareness of the causes of traffic accidents in school zones and reinforcing traffic safety principles. They also align with the nationwide “Traffic Safety for School Students” campaign led by the Ministry of Interior. RTA urged parents and drivers to exercise caution around schools, adhere to speed limits, avoid…
CAPITALS, 2nd September, 2026 (WAM) — Gold fell on Wednesday to its lowest in more than three weeks. Spot gold was down 0.6 percent at $4,304.01 per ounce by 00:17 GMT, its lowest since 7th August. US gold futures for December delivery fell 1 percent to $4,350.80. Among other metals, spot silver lost 1 percent to $63.60 per ounce, platinum edged 1 percent lower to $1,722.23 and palladium fell 1.4 percent to $1,292.21. Source: Emirates News Agency
The first week of school is often a mix of excitement, new routines and children getting used to being back in classrooms. But as students across the UAE returned to school on August 31, schools were also reminding parents of another important back-to-school rule: children who are unwell should stay home until they have recovered. Schools are reminding families to keep children home with symptoms such as fever, cough, vomiting or diarrhoea, helping them recover while limiting the spread of illness in classrooms. The guidance comes as schools begin a new academic year and settle millions of children into classrooms…
DUBAI, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO) will organise the fourth edition of the DXB500 Government Communication Training Programme as part of the Arab Media Summit 2026. The fourth cohort comprises 60 communication professionals from government and semi-government entities in Dubai. The programme supports Dubai’s vision to enhance the professional capabilities and readiness of national talent specialising in government communication. This year’s edition marks the first time that DXB500…
ABU DHABI, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Falconers’ Club, and H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, the Emirates Falconers’ Club and the Arabian Saluki Centre in Abu Dhabi have launched the Arabian Saluki Championship for the 2026–2027 sporting season. The championship’s rounds will be held in Al Dhafra and Al Ain, marking a significant step that reflects the UAE’s growing interest in reviving heritage sports and promoting Arabian Saluki…
AL AIN, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — Bahraini Al-Nassr opened the second round of the International Youth Volleyball Tournament by securing their second consecutive victory, defeating Qatari Al-Rayyan 3–0. The tournament, organised by Al Ain Club under the patronage of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, in strategic partnership with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, and in technical cooperation with the UAE Volleyball Federation, is being held at Khalifa bin Zayed Sports Hall in Al Ain. In the “Kuwaiti clash,” Al-Qadsia defeated Burgan 3–0, securing their first victory in the tournament after losing in the opening round…
ABU DHABI, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received His Excellency Masrour Barzani, Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region of the Republic of Iraq, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai. During the meeting, His Highness and His Excellency Masrour Barzani discussed the longstanding ties between the UAE and the Republic of Iraq, particularly the Kurdistan Region, and ways to further strengthen cooperation for the mutual benefit of their peoples. The two sides also exchanged views on…
SHARJAH, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD), in cooperation with the Shams AI Club of Sharjah Media City (Shams), organised a specialised workshop titled “Artificial Intelligence and Digital Media. This comes as part of the Department’s ongoing efforts to develop the skills of its employees and keep pace with the rapid developments in the fields of artificial intelligence and digital transformation, in order to enhance performance efficiency and improve the quality of outputs. The workshop covered a range of topics related to artificial intelligence applications in digital media, including an introduction to AI concepts and their…
ABU DHABI, 2nd September, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Pro League has announced the nominees for the Best Monthly Awards for August 2026 in the Best Player, Best Goalkeeper and Best Coach categories, following the opening three matchweeks of the 2026-27 ADNOC Pro League season. The Best Player award features six nominees, led by Al Ain’s Argentine midfielder Matias Palacios, alongside Bani Yas’ Youssoufou Niakate, Shabab Al Ahli’s Guilherme Da Silva (Bala), Al Wasl’s Nicolas Gimenez, United’s Willy Semedo and Al Jazira’s Milson. Three players are in contention for the Best Goalkeeper award: Shabab Al Ahli’s Hamad Almeqbaali, Al Jazira’s…
DUBAI, 2nd September, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Culture has launched an open call for participation in the Arabic Typography Programme, organised in partnership with Visual Synonyms. The programme aims to open new creative horizons for talented practitioners in contemporary design, enabling them to explore the artistic potential of Arabic letterforms and reinterpret them through an educational experience that combines academic knowledge with practical application. Led by Dr Antoine Abi Aad, Associate Professor at the College of Arts and Creative Enterprises at Zayed University, the programme is aimed at working professionals with between three and ten years of experience, a solid…