Thursday , 12 February 2026

Local News

Emirati Women record landmark achievements in STEM fields

ABU DHABI/WAM The world marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science on 11th February each year, as Emirati women, through their active presence across diverse scientific disciplines, continue to demonstrate that their ambitions know no bounds, especially in the space and nuclear energy domains. Their contributions extend beyond a single field to include artificial intelligence, healthcare, and …

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ADNOC L&S revenue hits AED18.42 billion in 2025

ABU DHABI/WAM ADNOC Logistics and Services plc, maintained a strong and resilient performance in the fourth quarter of 2025 and achieved record full-year 2025 results. ADNOC L&S’ revenue for the year was $5,016 million (AED18,422 million) up 41 percent year-on-year (YoY), driven by favourable market demand, strong operational execution and the continued expansion across the Company’s core and growth segments. …

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Mansour bin Zayed approves The Founder’s Office strategic plan, future directions

ABU DHABI/WAM His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has approved the strategic plan of The Founder’s Office, reaffirming the UAE’s commitment to celebrating and activating the enduring legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. H.H. was briefed on the strategy and future direction during …

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UAE President receives Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah and Crown Prince

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, who was accompanied by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah. During the meeting at Qasr Al Shati in Abu …

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Dubai International welcomes 95.2mn guests in 2025

DUBAI / WAM Dubai Airports on Wednesday announced that Dubai International (DXB) welcomed 95.2 million guests in 2025, up 3.1 percent year on year, marking the busiest year in the airport’s history and the highest annual international passenger traffic ever recorded by any airport. More significantly, 2025 was defined not by a single peak, but by sustained performance at record …

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UAE leaders congratulate President of Iran on National Day

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, on the occasion of his country’s National Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour …

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Mohammed bin Rashid attends final day of UAE SWAT Challenge 2026

DUBAI/WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, attended the final day of competitions of the seventh UAE SWAT Challenge, held at the Al Ruwayyah training ground in Dubai. Speaking on the occasion, H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid said, “We commend the outstanding performance of all participating teams and the professionalism …

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ADNIC profits reach AED479.9m in 2025

ABU DHABI / WAM Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company (ADNIC) recorded net profit after tax of AED479.9 million in 2025, marking an increase of 14.4 percent, while profit before tax reached AED533.1 million, up 14.3 percent compared to 2024. Total insurance revenues of Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company amounted to AED8.3 billion, compared to AED7.2 billion in the same period …

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