Author: Editorial Team
DUBAI, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police has welcomed students back to five Hemaya Schools for Education for the start of the 2026–2027 academic year, continuing an educational journey that combines academic development with character building, national values, discipline and preparation for the future. Students were welcomed through interactive, educational and awareness activities aimed at creating a positive start to the school year, reinforcing responsibility and discipline, and encouraging them to pursue their ambitions with enthusiasm. The activities were attended by Major General Badran Al Shamsi, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Academy and Training Affairs; Colonel Abdullah Al Suwaidi, Director of…
ABU DHABI, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — SEHA CLINICS, a subsidiary of PureHealth and one of the UAE’s largest providers of primary and specialty healthcare services, has announced that its flagship Saadiyat Clinic is now operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week, further expanding access to premium, patient-centred healthcare for residents and visitors on Saadiyat Island. The extension of the clinic’s operating hours builds on its successful launch earlier this year and reflects SEHA CLINICS’ ongoing commitment to setting new benchmarks for accessible, preventive, and community-based healthcare across Abu Dhabi. As one of Abu Dhabi’s fastest-growing residential and…
DUBAI, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — UAE-based Ultimate Power Solution Group, headquartered in the Sharjah International Airport Free Zone, launched a new generation of electric power generators supported by artificial intelligence and robotics technologies during its participation in Middle East Energy 2026 in Dubai. The move aims to transform generators from conventional electricity-producing equipment into smarter systems for operation, monitoring and control. The Group’s new solutions integrate artificial intelligence, automation, robotics and advanced monitoring and control systems to enhance operational efficiency, make better use of operational data, and improve monitoring and diagnostics in line with the needs of industrial, commercial…
ABU DHABI, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Exports Office (ADEX) celebrated Emirati Women’s Day 2026, held under the theme “We Emerge Stronger and Better,” by hosting the ADEX Young Entrepreneurs’ exhibition for employees’ children. The exhibition provided young participants with an opportunity to showcase their products and entrepreneurial ideas, while recognising the important role Emirati women play in strengthening the UAE’s economy and advancing the country’s trade and export ambitions. The initiative reflects ADEX’s commitment to fostering an entrepreneurial mindset among younger generations and developing the skills needed to participate in the UAE’s future economy. By giving young…
ABU DHABI, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — The 35th edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF), organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) from 13th to 18th September 2026, will welcome seven new countries participating for the first time. This reflects the Fair’s growing role as a global cultural platform and an active driver of the knowledge economy. The list of new participants features Kosovo, Colombia, Argentina, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela, and Cuba. Their participation will open new avenues for intellectual exchange, in line with the Centre’s vision of leading a global cultural movement that strengthens knowledge…
ABU DHABI, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Republic of Zimbabwe over the victims of a traffic accident that occurred in the centre of the country and resulted in a number of deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims and to the Republic of Zimbabwe and its people over this tragedy, as well as its wishes for a speedy recovery for all the injured. Source: Emirates News Agency
BEIJING, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — China on Tuesday successfully launched the PALLAS-1 Y1 carrier rocket into space from the Dongfeng commercial space innovation pilot zone in northwest China. The rocket blasted off at 10:00 am (Beijing Time) and performed normally throughout the flight, sending its payload into the designated orbit. All test objectives were met, and the mission was a complete success. The mission marked the maiden flight of PALLAS-1, a medium-sized, two-stage liquid carrier rocket. Source: Emirates News Agency
BRUSSELS, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — Europe is on track for a record year in wind power installations after adding 8.8 gigawatts (GW) of new capacity in the first half of 2026, up 30 percent from the same period in 2025, according to WindEurope. The new turbines can generate enough electricity to power around 7 million European households and replace fossil fuel imports equivalent to 25 liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers a year. Germany led the expansion, accounting for 3.4 GW, or around 40 percent of the new capacity. More than 500 wind turbines were commissioned in the country, including…
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…