ABU DHABI / WAM The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast that tomorrow’s weather will be partly cloudy to cloudy at times, with a chance of convective cloud formation accompanied by rainfall over some coastal, northern and eastern areas, along with a rise in temperatures. In a statement today, NCM said winds will be moderate to fresh, becoming strong …
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SHARJAH / WAM Sharjah Airport said it is fully prepared for a surge in passenger traffic during the winter holiday period after introducing operational measures to improve passenger flow and maintain service standards. The airport advised travellers to arrive three hours before departure. Sharjah Airport encouraged passengers to use available digital and fast-track services to speed up processing. Air Arabia …
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DUBAI / WAM The 1 Billion Followers Summit, the world’s largest global event dedicated to the content creation economy, has announced that Disney+, the streaming service of The Walt Disney Company, has joined as a Strategic Partner for its fourth summit. Organised by the UAE Government Media Office, the event will take place from 9th to 11th January 2026, across …
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ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) 2025, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, concluded after a momentous week of dynamic discussions, announcements, and visionary collaboration that further rooted Abu Dhabi’s stature as a …
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ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE Abu Dhabi has marked a landmark achievement by becoming the first in the world to deliver ITVISMA (onasemnogene abeparvovec) gene therapy for the treatment of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), reinforcing the emirate’s position as a leading global healthcare destination and demonstrating its commitment to patient care through genomics and precision medicine. Under the supervision …
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ABU DHABI/WAM The United Arab Emirates (UAE) concluded 2025 with a record-breaking series of athletic achievements, securing unprecedented medal hauls across regional, continental, and global competitions. The year marked the country’s most successful historical performances in multi-sport events, including record tallies at the GCC Beach Games – Muscat 2025, the 3rd Asian Youth Games – Bahrain 2025, and the Islamic …
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ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE International Aid Agency has signed a cooperation agreement with the Norwegian Refugee Council to provide assistance to refugees in East Africa, with the aim of expanding the scope of humanitarian aid delivered to populations in countries affected by conflicts, and supporting host communities for refugees in Ethiopia, Uganda, and other countries in the region. In the …
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DUBAI / WAM Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, the 11th edition of the Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF) will bring together an elite line-up of local and international speakers, including ministers, heads of …
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ABU DHABI / WAM The UAE government has issued a Federal Decree-Law concerning child digital safety, which introduces a comprehensive legislative framework to protect children from online risks and encourage the responsible use of safe and age-appropriate digital content. This comes in line with the UAE’s declaration of 2026 as the Year of Family, and as part of its vision …
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SHARJAH / WAM His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, announced a generous reward of AED26 million for the clubs in Sharjah that excelled in sports during the 2024-2025 season. The reward recognises their hard work and impressive achievements across different competitions. The reward reflects His Highness’ ongoing support for the …
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