Author: Editorial Team
DUBAI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Press Club (DPC), in collaboration with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), has concluded the latest phase of the Dubai Content Creators Programme, focused on the economy and tourism. Two weeks of engaging sessions and workshops equipped participants with storytelling and production skills to showcase Dubai’s growing profile as a global economic and tourism hub. The programme highlighted the role of content creators in communicating Dubai’s opportunities for investment, entrepreneurship, employment, and creativity, as well as its competitive strengths and diverse tourism experiences. Dubai’s story is shaped by how business,…
ABU DHABI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Sheikh Saeed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Endowment has contributed 10,000 winter kits containing 70,000 items of clothing and heating supplies as part of the “Winter Clothing” initiative launched by Operation Chivalrous Knight 3. The initiative aims to support one million beneficiaries in the Gaza Strip, alleviating the suffering of residents and helping them cope with harsh winter conditions. Hamoud Al Afari, Director of UAE Relief Operations under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the winter kits were packed at Mohamed bin Zayed University for Humanities, with broad…
ABU DHABI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) – UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, today received the flydubai crew members involved in the in-flight incident on 30 September. Their Highnesses praised the crew’s courage and professionalism in ensuring the safety of passengers and securing the aircraft, affirming that protecting people’s safety and security remains a top priority for the UAE. The meeting was attended by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of…
ABU DHABI, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — Ghantoot Racing & Polo Club has announced the expansion of its training and development programmes for young riders and students through the “Fares Abu Dhabi” initiative, aimed at equipping participants with the skills and opportunities needed to keep pace with the remarkable growth of equestrian sports. The initiative is held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Falah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Ghantoot Racing & Polo Club, with the support of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council and in coordination with the Ministry of Education and the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and…
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has awarded the flydubai crew involved in the September 30 FZ1073 incident a medal for their courage and efforts to keep passengers safe. The crew received the Order of Zayed II, First Class, in recognition of their role during the incident. The award is generally given to foreign ambassadors, diplomats, senior officials and international figures for their contributions to public service and strengthening ties with the UAE. Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who is also Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, presented the medals at…
BRUSSELS, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — The European Commission today presented an EU Framework for Climate Resilience to strengthen Europe’s ability to anticipate, prepare for, and manage climate risks. This summer, prolonged heatwaves and droughts fuelled dangerous wildfires and drove some of Europe’s biggest rivers to historically low water levels. Likewise, we have seen devastating floods in the past years. This highlighted the serious consequences that climate change can have on citizens, businesses and infrastructure. 75% of the Europeans live in cities and urban areas. They are feeling firsthand the impacts of climate change. Building climate resilience is therefore a…
SHARJAH, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has announced a new initiative for the people of Kalba in the form of a women’s tower which will be constructed in the area near the University of Kalba, across from the clock tower. The design is complete, and work is already underway on the tower’s foundations. His Highness stressed that launching new projects brings great joy to the people. His Highness recalled very happy childhood memories he has never forgotten, memories that remain vivid to this day,…
ABU DHABI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed bilateral relations and ways to enhance cooperation in support of the development priorities of both friendly countries during a phone call with Ronald Lamola, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of South Africa. The two sides also exchanged views on various current regional and international developments and issues, and explored ways to consolidate regional and international security and stability. Source: Emirates News Agency
For decades, he could remember only a few lines of a poem he had heard as a young schoolboy. He searched for the rest, asking old classmates and elders, but the complete verses remained elusive. Then, just before noon prayers on Monday, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, finally found what he had been looking for: all 14 verses of the poem that had stayed with him since childhood. “I read it several times and it is quite a piece despite its shortness. It is … full of imagery,” he said. The…
DUBAI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has conducted a scientific workshop on the Suhaila Cultural Landscape – Hatta, Dubai to deepen our understanding of Hatta’s history and archaeological significance. The workshop will examine the results of findings from recent studies and excavations and explore international best practices in heritage conservation, management and documentation. It supports the Authority’s efforts to strengthen collaboration with international experts and academic institutions, highlight the significance of Dubai’s archaeological and historical sites, and to enhance the emirate’s presence on the global heritage map. The scientific workshop is being held…