NEW YORK / WAM Ongoing military escalation in the Middle East puts tens of millions of people at risk of falling into poverty across 162 countries, according to new projections released today by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). While the impacts are concentrated in countries directly affected by the conflict and those dependent on imported energy, the findings point …
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ABU DHABI / GULF TIME Saadiyat Cultural District Abu Dhabi has launched the Museum Pass, a flexible and cost-effective ticket that lets visitors explore three of its museums — Louvre Abu Dhabi, Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi and Zayed National Museum — under one convenient pass. Prices start at AED 120 for a two-museum pass, with a three-museum pass option …
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ABU DHABI / WAM Louvre Abu Dhabi has announced an open call for proposals for the sixth edition of its flagship contemporary art initiative, Art Here 2026, and the Richard Mille Art Prize. The call for proposals is open until 31st May 2026, and artists can submit their proposals via Louvre Abu Dhabi’s website. The 2026 edition expands to India …
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ABU DHABI / WAM The National Pavilion UAE announced that it will present its exhibition “Washwasha” from 9th May till 22nd November 2026, as part of the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia. The exhibition is curated by Bana Kattan, Curator and Associate Head of Exhibitions at the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Project, with Assistant Curator Tala Nassar. …
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WORLD CAPITALS / WAM Gold prices fell to a near one-week low on Monday, pressured by a stronger dollar. Spot gold was down 1.1 percent at US$4,694.30 per ounce, its lowest level since 7th April. US gold futures for June delivery fell 1.4 percent to US$4,717.80. Among other metals, spot silver fell 1.9 percent to US$74.45 per ounce, platinum lost …
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London/Gulf Time The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) celebrated global marketing excellence at its prestigious Global Graduation Ceremony, held at Central Hall Westminster. The event brought together more than 400 marketing professionals from across the world, with strong representation from the GCC underscoring the region’s growing influence in the global marketing landscape. The ceremony marked a significant milestone for graduates …
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ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE Aldar has reached a significant milestone in advancing accessibility with Yas Mall becoming the first mall in the region to meet the requirements of the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower programme, ensuring that People of Determination visitors with non-visible needs can receive the additional support they may need. The milestone reflects a strategic collaboration between …
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ABU DHABI / WAM The Supreme Organising Committee of the Zayed Charity Run, in cooperation with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council and National Projects Office, announced today the organisation of the “Hassantak Ya Watan” sports race, scheduled to take place at 8:00 a.m. on 18 April. The race will start from Wahat Al Karama, with broad participation from various segments …
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DUBAI / WAM Launched by the Digital School, the “Donate Your Own Device 2.0” campaign has recorded a significant milestone, attracting wide community engagement and achieving 70% of its target, namely collecting 100,000 electronic devices, in record time. Launched in August 2025 in collaboration with the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), and with the participation of more than 140 government entities, …
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ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Sunday received His Excellency Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of the Republic of India. During the meeting, His Excellency Dr Jaishankar conveyed to His Highness the greetings of His Excellency Narendra Modi, PM of India, and his wishes for the UAE’s continued security …
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