Author: Editorial Team
ABU DHABI, 13th August, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Customs has been honoured with two prestigious awards at the GovMedia Conference 2026 in recognition of its excellence in advancing governance frameworks, accelerating modernisation and digital transformation, and leveraging intelligent automation across its institutional operations. The international recognition reflects Abu Dhabi Customs’ progress in building advanced digital institutional systems powered by cutting-edge technologies and artificial intelligence. These efforts have enhanced operational efficiency, strengthened digital integration, and enabled data-driven decision-making, in line with the Emirate of Abu Dhabi’s vision of building a more agile, proactive, and future-ready government ecosystem. Specifically, Abu Dhabi…
At 68, Thangavelu Chandra Mohan knew that a liver transplant would be risky. However, living with his disease had become difficult too. Mohan’s condition steadily worsened since he was diagnosed with liver cirrhosis in 2011. Simple activities such as walking left him exhausted, and he had become increasingly dependent on his family. By the time he reached Burjeel Medical City in Abu Dhabi, doctors found several complications. His liver was functioning poorly, fluid repeatedly accumulated in his abdomen, and he had suffered internal bleeding. Blood clots had also blocked major vessels carrying blood to the liver, while his low platelet…
SHARJAH, 13th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) announced several achievements within its sustainable development plan to develop infrastructure in various areas of Sharjah during the first half of 2026. The authority completed the electricity connection plan for 2,497 new projects, and extended its medium- and low-voltage network by more than 167.6 kilometres. It also approved 1,072 electrical distribution panels in accordance with approved technical specifications and carried out 3,399 technical inspections of buildings and projects. SEWA issued 807 preliminary electricity inspection certificates to facilitate electricity connection procedures for customers. It also carried out…
As the world marks International Youth Day, OMODA & JAECOO is highlighting how a new generation of intelligent mobility technologies is responding to the changing expectations of young drivers in the UAE. With AI, OMODA 4 and SIVP at the centre of its technology roadmap, the brand is bringing together intelligent interaction, assisted driving and electrified mobility to create vehicles that reflect the digital lifestyles and evolving priorities of younger consumers. OMODA & JAECOO’s global vision to “Co-Create A Beautiful Life With Young People” reflects this shift, placing young users’ expectations for intelligent technology, individuality and sustainable mobility at the…
ABU DHABI, 13th August, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC (TAQA) on Thursday announced its financial results for the six-month period ended 30th June 2026, reporting revenues of AED27.5 billion and higher profitability, driven particularly by increased returns from TAQA Transmission and TAQA’s Generation business. EBITDA rose by 7.7 percent to AED11.0 billion from AED10.2 billion in the first half of 2025. Net income attributable to TAQA shareholders increased by 9.7 percent to AED4.1 billion, compared with AED3.7 billion in the prior-year period. Capital expenditure rose to AED7.2 billion, up 38 percent year-on-year, reflecting accelerated investment across…
ABU DHABI, 12th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Muslim Council of Elders affirmed that young people are a cornerstone of the future of nations and societies and vital partners in peacebuilding, promoting the values of dialogue, coexistence, and human fraternity, and countering hate speech, extremism, and intolerance. The Council emphasised the importance of strengthening collective efforts to invest in the potential of young people, thereby fostering informed generations capable of advancing development and peace and responding responsibly to the rapid transformations shaping today’s world. In a statement issued on International Youth Day, observed annually on August 12, the Muslim Council…
GOTHENBURG, Sweden, 12th August, 2026 (WAM) — Etihad Airways today announced a new seasonal service between Abu Dhabi and Gothenburg, starting 17th December 2026 and operating four times a week until 21st March 2027. The new service will create Gothenburg’s first direct air link to Asia, connecting Sweden’s west coast directly with Abu Dhabi and providing some of the fastest one-stop journeys to sought-after destinations across India and Asia through Etihad’s Abu Dhabi hub. Etihad’s complimentary Abu Dhabi Stopover programme allows eligible guests connecting through the city to add a hotel stay of up to two nights, turning their connection…
SHARJAH, 12th August, 2026 (WAM) — Under the directive of H.H. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa), Sheraa has launched the second edition of the Sharjah Women Impact Fellowship (SWIF), offering high-potential entrepreneurs leadership development, mentorship and strategic networks to help scale their ventures. SWIF builds on Sheraa’s long-standing commitment to advancing women-led entrepreneurship. Today, women lead 49% of the ventures supported by Sheraa, significantly exceeding global averages. Through the fellowship, Sheraa advances its broader vision of equipping founders to grow successful businesses and emerge as influential leaders shaping the UAE’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.…
ROME, 12th August, 2026 (WAM) — UAE racer Alya Abdulsalam Fairouz will compete in the Norwegian Grand Prix of the Formula 4 Powerboat Championship, taking place in Drammen from 21 to 23 August. Alya recently concluded her participation in the Viverone round in Italy as part of the Formula 4 Powerboat World Championship, finishing 13th overall. She also improved on her previous national record of 1:10 minutes, recording the third-fastest time of the round with a time of 1:03 minutes. Fairouz will continue completing the series of required and officially sanctioned rounds under the Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM) during her…
SHARJAH, 12th August, 2026 (WAM) — Investments by Emirati youth in Sharjah’s real estate sector reached a cumulative value of AED 4.3 billion as of August 2026, through 7,052 properties traded by 5,314 young individuals. This reflects their growing position as strategic partners and their strong confidence in the attractiveness of the emirate’s economic and legislative environment. The statistical figures released by Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department coincide with the celebration of International Youth Day on 12 August, highlighting the pivotal role played by the nation’s youth in strengthening the real estate sector and their growing investment awareness, which has…