ABU DHABI/WAM The Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA) has partnered with 10 global early childhood startups through its Anjal Z programme to enable parents and caregivers across the UAE to access practical solutions and services that support children’s quality of life, learning, cognitive development, and positive family bonding at home. The Authority explained that these partnerships provide a range …

DUBAI/WAM Emirates has completed the first installation of next-generation Starlink Wi-Fi on its Airbus A380 aircraft, marking a significant leap in inflight connectivity. The A380, among the first commercial aircraft to offer onboard internet, previously operated with systems delivering less than 1 Mbps. The new setup, featuring three Starlink antennas per aircraft, boosts connectivity capacity up to a thousand-fold, offering …

ABU DHABI/WAM The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the terrorist attacks targeting several cities and military sites in the Republic of Mali, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) reiterated the UAE’s strong condemnation of such criminal acts and its permanent rejection of all forms …

AL ARISH/WAM A new UAE aid aircraft arrived in the Egyptian city of Al Arish carrying 100 tonnes of food supplies, as part of the ongoing “Humaid Air Bridge” operated by the UAE under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, in support of the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip and to help alleviate their humanitarian suffering amid current conditions. The shipment …

DUBAI/WAM Members of the Dubai Delivery Business Group, which operates under the umbrella of Dubai Chamber of Commerce, have affirmed that the continuity of delivery and last-mile logistics services in Dubai highlights the emirate’s high level of operational resilience and strong competitive advantages. The members noted that a combination of several factors has enabled the delivery sector to effectively serve …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received His Excellency Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, President of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, who is on a working visit to the UAE. The two sides discussed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation across a number of areas, particularly in the economic and renewable energy sectors, aimed at …

DUBAI/WAM The “Gulf Creators” event is set to launch today at Atlantis, The Palm Dubai, as a regional platform organised by the UAE Government Media Office to strengthen the global narrative of GCC countries. The event will bring together more than 1,000 Gulf media professionals, thinkers, and content creators. It will feature panel discussions with government officials, media figures, and …

ABU DHABI/ AD MEDIA OFFICE His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has honoured winners of the Abu Dhabi Award for Excellence in Government Performance (ADAEP). Held at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, the official ceremony was attended by Sheikh Khalid bin Saud bin Saqr …

ABU DHABI/WAM Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) reported a net profit after tax of AED3.361 billion for the first quarter of 2026, delivering a return on average equity of 16.3 percent. The bank recorded a pre-tax profit of AED3.781 billion, marking a 30 percent increase compared to the same period last year and extending its growth streak to 19 consecutive …

ABU DHABI/WAM M42 and its renal care business, Diaverum, on Thursday announced the completion of a strategic acquisition of four clinics in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, from the Lund Group: CDTR and CDTR Prime in Sorocaba, INDI in Itapetininga, and Lund Nefrologia in Itu. The move takes Diaverum clinics to 18 in Brazil, including three vascular access centres, …