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ABU DHABI, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Board of Management of the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) reviewed the key regulatory updates during its meeting, along with a number of initiatives and projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and developing national capabilities in the nuclear sector. Hamad Al Kaabi, Director-General of FANR, briefed members on key regulatory operations and organisational developments, including efforts to enhance customer experience, the launch of the UAE’s first National Environmental Radiation Measurements Portal, and progress in developing national nuclear capabilities. He also highlighted FANR’s international engagement, as well as the Authority’s upcoming participation…

ABU DHABI, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) — ADI Foundation and Tokinvest have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance new opportunities across real-world asset tokenisation, digital asset issuance and blockchain-based settlement, bringing together complementary asset origination, technology and regulated financial-market capabilities. The collaboration will combine ADI Foundation’s Real World Asset Tokenisation (RWAs) pipeline and institutional blockchain infrastructure with Tokinvest’s regulated structuring, issuance, investor onboarding and distribution capabilities, creating a framework to identify, develop and evaluate new tokenised investment opportunities across multiple asset classes. Tokinvest is a VARA-regulated digital investment platform based in Dubai, focused on expanding access to alternative investment…

Actor Anupam Kher recently shared a heartfelt glimpse of his meeting with Hollywood legend Robert De Niro during his ongoing trip to America and Canada for his play ‘Jaane Pehchaane Anjaane’.In a social media post, Kher expressed his happiness at meeting De Niro, whom he affectionately described as his “dearest friend” and one of the world’s finest actors. He revealed that De Niro invited him to his home, where the two spent time together over lunch and enjoyed warm conversations.“MEETING MR ROBERT DE NIRO! How could I come to America and not meet my dearest friend, and the world’s FINEST…

ABU DHABI, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) — TRENDS Research & Advisory, a TRENDS Group company, will participate in the Frankfurt Book Fair for the sixth consecutive year, showcasing more than 550 research publications at the event’s 78th edition from 7th to 11th October at Messe Frankfurt in Germany. The participation, through TRENDS’ virtual office in Germany, aims to strengthen research ties and international strategic partnerships, expand TRENDS’ global intellectual and knowledge presence, and advance its mission to promote research and foresee the future through knowledge. TRENDS will showcase publications covering political, strategic, economic, social, cultural and academic fields, as well…

OMODA & JAECOO has achieved a milestone in Abu Dhabi, with its authorised dealer, Mahy Khoory Automotive, delivering more than 1,000 vehicles to customers in the emirate. The achievement reflects the brands’ growing presence in the capital, supported by an expanding customer base, established showroom network and continued investment in aftersales excellence. UAE delivery milestone Mahy Khoory Automotive’s achievement comes alongside another major milestone for OMODA & JAECOO in the UAE, with the brands surpassing 6,000 cumulative vehicle deliveries in September 2026. The milestone reflects OMODA & JAECOO’s continued growth across the Emirates, supported by its expanding customer base and…

Filmmaker James Gunn is working on writing his next film ahead of the release of ‘Superman: Man of Tomorrow’. In response to a comment on Threads which asked, “Are you ready to write your next film, James, or not quite yet?” Gunn confirmed that he is already into the writing phase.“Already in it. I had to do something while I was waiting for the assembly!” his response stated. He also went on to confirm that the assembly cut of ‘Superman: Man of Tomorrow’ is complete.Earlier in August, he revealed that the shooting of the superhero film has been wrapped. A sequel to…

BHM Capital Financial Services PSC, the leading financial institution in the capital markets of the United Arab Emirates, has announced the expansion of its presence in Kazakhstan with its appointment as a market maker on Kazakhstan Stock Exchange (KASE). Following its recently announced appointment as a market maker on Astana International Exchange (AIX), this strategic step strengthens the company’s international presence and advances its global expansion strategy. The appointment reflects BHM Capital’s commitment to extending its market-making expertise across international exchanges and building closer connections between the UAE and global financial markets. Through its appointment on KASE, BHM Capital aims…

Director Matt Reeves has stepped away from Warner Bros and DC Studios’ ‘The Batman Part II’, unexpectedly putting a pause on the film’s production. According to ‘Deadline’, Matt Reeves had to step away due to personal reasons.  In a statement released on the matter, the studio shared, “Production on The Batman Part II has been temporarily paused while Matt Reeves focuses on a family matter. Matt has the full support of DC Studios, and we look forward to continuing the journey soon.”Prior to the pause, the shooting of ‘The Batman Part II’ had been underway in London, with the release scheduled…

JAKARTA, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Council for Fatwa participated in the Indonesia International Book Fair 2026, held in Jakarta from 30th September to 4th October, showcasing the UAE’s institutional fatwa model, publications, initiatives and digital services. The participation aimed to promote moderate Islamic knowledge and strengthen cultural and intellectual ties between the UAE and Indonesia, while highlighting the Council’s use of modern technologies to serve fatwa and society. During the fair, the Council launched three publications translated into Indonesian, providing Indonesian readers with fatwa content combining Islamic jurisprudential foundations with an understanding of contemporary realities, presented in…

SINGAPORE, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) — Oil prices edged lower in early Asian trade on Tuesday. Brent crude futures fell 4 cents to US$100.28 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures declined 11 cents, or 0.1 percent, to US$89.33 a barrel. Source: Emirates News Agency