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SHARJAH / WAM The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) and the Dibba Al Hisn City Municipality are set to launch the 13th edition of the Al Maleh and Fishing Festival, running from 27 to 30 August on Al Hisn Island in Dibba Al Hisn city. The festival will feature an extensive programme of heritage and economic activities to …

DUBAI / WAM Dubai’s real estate sector recorded strong growth during the first half of 2026, according to data released by the Dubai Land Department. A total of 104 real estate projects were completed, compared to 75 during the first half of 2025, representing an increase of more than 38.7%. The total investment value of these projects exceeded AED111 billion, …

DUBAI / WAM Uber Technologies, Inc (NYSE: UBER) on Thursday announced that Baidu, Inc.’s fully driverless Apollo Go vehicles are officially available to riders on the Uber platform in Dubai, with New Horizon Luxury Transport serving as the fleet operator. This milestone reinforces Uber’s position as the platform of choice for autonomous vehicles (AVs) and marks a leap forward in …

ABU DHABI / WAM The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has recorded the first-ever nesting of an Olive Ridley turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea) in the emirate, marking a significant milestone for marine biodiversity in Abu Dhabi. Discovered on Saadiyat Island, the nest represents a rare and exceptional occurrence. Abu Dhabi’s mainland coast and offshore islands are primarily recognised as nesting …

ABU DHABI / WAM Book fair themes are condensed cultural statements that encapsulate the vision of the organising institution and define the event’s place within the international cultural landscape. From this perspective, the theme of the 35th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF 2026), ‘Turn the Page and Read the World’, takes on a significance that extends beyond its linguistic …

ABU DHABI / WAM Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Falconers’ Club, the 23rd edition of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX 2026) will take place from 28 August to 6 September at the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. Extended to 10 …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President András Baka of Hungary on the occasion of State Foundation Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, …

MUSCAT / WAM Young people in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries outperform their global peers in several key information and communication technology skills, according to data from the Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf (GCC-STAT). This reflects the GCC countries’ growing investment in education and youth skills development to prepare young people for …

DUBAI / WAM Dubai Taxi Company PJSC (DTC) and its strategic partner Bolt, signed a partnership agreement with Arabia Taxi, a subsidiary of the Economic Group Holdings, to integrate the company’s fleet onto the Bolt platform, marking another milestone in DTC’s strategy to enhance smart mobility services and deliver a more seamless ride-hailing experience across Dubai. Under the agreement, Arabia …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to András Baka on the occasion of his election and swearing-in as President of Hungary. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice …