SHARJAH / WAM His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued a number of administrative decisions appointing individuals to key judicial responsibilities in the Emirate of Sharjah. The administrative decisions state the appointment of Judge Dr Muhammad Obaid Al Kaabi as Chairman of Sharjah Court. Additionally, Judge Ahmed Abdullah Al ...

LONDON/WAM More than 800 million adults have diabetes worldwide – almost twice as many as previous estimates have suggested – and more than half of those aged over 30 who have the condition are not receiving treatment, according to a new study. In 2022, there were around 828 million people aged 18 years and older with type 1 and type ...

WASHINGTON/WAM US President Biden welcomed President-elect Donald Trump back to the White House on Wednesday for a nearly two-hour meeting as part of the transition process. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre called the meeting “substantive,” and said the two men discussed national security and domestic policy issues, as Biden raised important items on Congress’ to-do list. “Well Mr President-elect ...

ABU DHABI/WAM The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Etihad Credit Bureau, the data technology federal entity known to simply information and reveal powerful financial insights. The move aims to support UAE-based private sector employers in fulfilling their pension contribution obligations for Emirati employees. The partnership enables insight-driven decision making, as ...

BAKU/WAM The Faith Pavilion at COP29 has officially launched in Baku, Azerbaijan, with participation from over 97 organisations representing 11 faiths and sects. This initiative features more than 40 diverse sessions offering religious and ethical perspectives on enhancing climate action efforts. Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam, Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Elders, highlighted that the Faith Pavilion at COP29 represents a ...

ABU DHABI/WAM Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group, the largest operator of integrated and purpose-built economic zones and Saudi Arabia-based Delmon Industrial Complex have announced the signing of a 50-year land lease agreement for the establishment of their state-of-the-art plant in ICAD III (KEZAD Musaffah) area to serve the requirements of the oil and gas industry. To be ...

ABU DHABI/AD MEDIA OFFICE Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, the Abu Dhabi Centre for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (ACTVET) celebrated the graduation of 1,263 students from Fatima College of Health Sciences, the Abu Dhabi Vocational Education and ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development’s (ADDED) SME Export Matching Programme has witnessed major milestones within its first cycle. Fourteen SMEs participants in the programme are already forecasting a 44% increase in their exports this year (2024) compared to 2023, with export value expected to reach AED387 million. In less than a year since its ...

RAS AL KHAIMAH / GULF TIME Celebrate the weekend in style with the exotic Islander’s Brunch at Vespa & Brasserie Terrace, promising to serve up the perfect blend of mouthwatering bites and endless feel-good vibes. Situated within DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island, which boasts mesmerising views of the glistening Arabian Gulf beautifully framed by tropical palm trees, ...

RAS AL KHAIMAH/ GULF TIME The ultimate family-friendly escape awaits at DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island, which boasts mesmerising views of the glistening Arabian Gulf beautifully framed by tropical palm trees. Having recently completed a full makeover, the property has elevated its status as the premier family destination in Ras Al Khaimah, making it the ideal place ...