Author: Editorial Team
Three generations of Emirati women working in healthcare came together aboard Etihad Rail to reflect on how career opportunities have changed over the years, from a time when women were rarely seen in some medical specialties to a new generation entering the sector with wider ambitions. The group of 30 doctors, nurses, clinicians, healthcare leaders and administrative professionals travelled from Abu Dhabi to Fujairah and back as part of an Emirati Women’s Day leadership journey organised by Burjeel Holdings in collaboration with Etihad Rail. The journey brought together senior professionals who entered healthcare when career pathways for Emirati women were…
WASHINGTON D.C.,27th August, 2026 (WAM) — A UAE delegation, headed by Hamad Al Kaabi, Director-General of the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR), is participating this week along with representatives of FANR and DP World in the International High-level Forum to launch the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) Atomic Technologies Licensed for Applications at Sea (ATLAS) initiative, taking place in Washington, D.C., from 26th-27th August 2026. ATLAS brings together the nuclear and maritime communities to advance international dialogue on emerging applications of nuclear technology at sea, including nuclear-powered civilian vessels using small modular reactors and floating nuclear power plants. The…
DUBAI, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Press Club announced that Pedro David, Chairman of Euronews, will join the line-up of global media leaders participating in the Arab Media Summit 2026, taking place in Dubai from 15th to 17th September. The participation of the Euronews Chairman strengthens the Summit’s international presence, adding a distinct European voice to discussions on the future of news, changing audience behaviours, and the growing impact of technology and digital platforms. Mona Ghanem Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council, Director General of the Government of Dubai Media Office, and…
ABU DHABI, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Authority, received Dr. Salem Suhail Al Neyadi, Chairperson of the National Human Rights Institution, during a visit aimed at strengthening cooperation and enhancing coordination between the two sides in areas of mutual interest. During the meeting, the two sides discussed opportunities for joint cooperation, particularly in raising awareness of human rights principles and supporting efforts to promote a culture of human rights across society. They also exchanged views on the important role of national media in raising public awareness and communicating…
SHARJAH, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) is implementing a package of projects worth more than AED7.1 million to expand and upgrade the natural gas network across various areas of Sharjah City. The projects aim to develop infrastructure, meet growing demand and provide customers with high-quality services in line with international safety standards. Ibrahim Al Balghouni, Director of the Natural Gas Department at SEWA, said that the projects currently being implemented in Sharjah City include the Al Hamah Gas Transmission Line Project, which costs AED3.3 million and extends 9,343 metres. The project is…
Roger Dubuis has never been particularly interested in disappearing beneath a cuff. The Excalibur The Kabuto Legacy, in 45 mm of pink gold, makes that clear from the outset. It has scale, weight and no shortage of visual drama. But once the first impression settles, a far more intricate story begins to reveal itself. This story takes us to 17th-century Japan, to a period when prolonged conflict gave way to a new political order and, eventually, more than 250 years of peace and prosperity. Roger Dubuis has chosen this moment of unification as the foundation for the watch, bringing together…
DUBAI, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Arab Media Summit Organising Committee has announced that Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Authority, will deliver a keynote address at this year’s Summit, being held from 15th to 17th September. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the Arab Media Summit 2026 will feature a diverse…
KUALA LUMPUR, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) on Thursday conducted the draw for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2027 qualifiers. The draw placed the UAE in Group C alongside Bangladesh, Syria, Bhutan, and Macau, China. The UAE will host the Group C matches, which will be played in a centralised format from 8th to 20th November. The qualifiers feature 35 teams divided into seven groups of five. The seven group winners will join the nine AFC representatives from the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026 who have automatically qualified – Australia, China PR, Japan…
DUBAI, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE’s 14-member squad will compete in the eight-team ACC Men’s Premier Cup 2026 (50 overs), which will be played in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 30th August to 12th September. The UAE have been placed in Group B, alongside Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and Singapore. The Emirates Cricket Board said that the UAE will play their tournament opener against Qatar at the Bayuemas Oval on Monday, 31st August, before facing Kuwait at the same venue on Thursday, 3rd September. The UAE will then face Singapore at the UKM YSD Oval on Sunday, 6th September, before…
ABU DHABI, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Emirates Cardiac Resuscitation Society has launched the first integrated national programme for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid. The programme aims to train and qualify 10,000 people working in healthcare and non-healthcare sectors and reach 10 million beneficiaries through awareness campaigns and life-saving skills over the next five years. The programme is being implemented under the supervision of the Resuscitation Coalition, which brings together government, private and non-profit organisations. It is an initiative of the National Medical Preparedness and Response Programme (Jahiziyah), with academic, technical, operational and logistical support from the National…