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Robots move Shikumen buildings back to original site in Shanghai

SHANGHAI / WAM Century-old buildings in Shanghai, temporarily relocated in-whole to accommodate underground construction, have been laid back on their original site in an impressive feat of engineering involving over 400 carrying robots stepping in sync. According to a report by China Central Television (CCTV), the buildings, which weigh 7,500 tonnes and span an area of 4,030 square metres, were ...

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UAE committed to protecting oceans: Amna Al Dhahak

ABU DHABI / WAM Dr Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, affirmed the UAE’s ongoing commitment to protecting ocean ecosystems and enhancing their sustainability as a vital resource at both the national and global levels. On World Oceans Day, Dr Al Dahak said, “Covering more than 70 percent of the Earth’s surface, our oceans are ...

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UAE sets global benchmark in nuclear energy development

ABU DHABI / WAM The UAE continues to cement its status as a global role model in developing a peaceful nuclear energy programme that adheres to the highest standards of safety, transparency, and international cooperation. This comes at a time when the world is increasingly turning to reliable energy sources that can support the transition to climate neutrality. From the ...

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Museum of the Future announces new events in June

DUBAI / WAM The Museum of the Future announced a new series of events and interactive workshops for the month of June. Aimed at enhancing creative skills, championing wellness and offering interactive learning experiences across various fields, these programmes are in line with the museum’s ongoing commitment to nurturing innovation, unlocking creative potential as well as exploring pioneering ideas that ...

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NYU Abu Dhabi develops tool for infectious disease detection

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE A team of scientists at NYU Abu Dhabi has developed a paper-based diagnostic device that can detect COVID-19 and other infectious diseases in under 10 minutes, without the need for sophisticated lab equipment or trained personnel. The Radially Compartmentalized Paper Chip, engineered by researchers at the Advanced Microfluidics and Microdevices Laboratory (AMMLab), offers a ...

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Muslim Council of Elders congratulates Saudi Arabia on successful Hajj season

ABU DHABI / WAM The Muslim Council of Elders, under the chairmanship of His Eminence Professor Dr Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, has extended its heartfelt congratulations to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and to His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister ...

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Etihad, STARLUX Airlines sign strategic codeshare partnership

NEW DELHI / WAM Etihad Airways has signed a strategic codeshare agreement with Taipei-based STARLUX Airlines, expanding customer access to Northeast Asia and strengthening Abu Dhabi’s position as a gateway between East and West. The partnership, announced at the International Air Transport Association Annual General Meeting in New Delhi, enables Etihad customers to connect seamlessly to key Japanese cities including ...

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