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SINGAPORE, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — Oil prices slipped more than 1 percent in early Asian trade on Monday. Brent crude futures fell US$1.59, or 1.4 percent, to US$111.84 a barrel by 00:11 GMT while US West Texas Intermediate crude was at US$102.56 a barrel, down US$1.56, or 1.5 percent. Source: Emirates News Agency
Indian TV actor Anuj Thakur, best known for his appearances in TV shows such as Dhoom Machao Dhoom, Bandhan Saath Janmon Ka, Beendh Banoonga Ghodi Chadunga and Mahisagar, died on October 27 at his residence in Mumbai. He was 33.Rupesh Sonar, Thakur’s friend and a casting director, confirmed the development to the news channel India Today, adding that their family is in a state of shock and requested privacy. “Anuj had been away from the industry for a while, but we had been in touch. I had met him 10 days before his death,” Sonar was quoted as saying by…
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has marked his 61st birthday with a special surprise for fans, unveiling Tu Mil Jaaye, the first song from his upcoming film King, featuring Deepika Padukone.Released on November 2, the track brings together Indian playback singer Arijit Singh and British pop star Ed Sheeran for a musical collaboration that gives SRK’s signature Bollywood romance a contemporary international pop twist.The song also marks another on-screen reunion for Khan and Padukone, whose pairing has been a fan favourite since their first film together, Om Shanti Om, in 2007. The duo have since shared the screen in blockbusters…
AJMAN, 1st November, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman, Chairman of the Executive Council and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Ajman University, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, attended the charity gala dinner organised by Ajman University in collaboration with the Emirates Red Crescent on Saturday evening. The event, held at One&Only One Za’abeel in Dubai, aimed to support the University’s Endowed Scholarship Fund. The event was attended by Sheikh Dr. Majid bin Saeed Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Ajman Ruler’s…
DUBAI, 1st November, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police has developed an innovative digital platform that reduces forensic toxicology results processing time from approximately 60 minutes to less than one minute, marking a significant advancement in the speed and efficiency of forensic laboratory operations. Developed by four Emirati experts from the General Department of Forensic Science and Criminology, the Toxicology Analysis System automates the calculation and initial interpretation support processes involved in forensic toxicology examinations. The approved innovation brings laboratory data, calculations, scientific references and preliminary comparisons together in one integrated platform, reducing manual work while improving consistency, accuracy and operational…
DUBAI, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — J.P. Morgan Private Bank today announced its new branch in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, deepening its commitment to clients in the UAE and across the Middle East. Regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the new presence will provide J.P. Morgan Private Bank with a dedicated platform in DIFC from which to serve clients across the UAE and the wider region. The expansion represents the latest chapter in J.P. Morgan’s relationship with the UAE, spanning more…
DUBAI, 1st November, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has announced the launch of the 47th Planting Week, which begins tomorrow and runs until 8 November under the theme ‘Together, Let’s Plant the UAE’, in collaboration with the relevant authorities across the country. The Planting Week encourages individuals, families and institutions across the UAE to plant and nurture trees, fostering greater community engagement in environmental protection and contributing to a better quality of life. The initiative builds on the legacy of the UAE’s Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and reflects…
DUBAI, 1st November, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Press Club (DPC) has concluded a visit to Doha, Qatar, during which its delegation held a series of meetings with leaders of prominent Qatari media organisations to strengthen cooperation, exchange expertise and explore new opportunities for collaboration aimed at advancing the region’s media sector. The visit forms part of the Club’s ongoing efforts to strengthen ties with media communities across the Arab world, expand its network of regional and international relationships, and provide members with opportunities to gain insights into leading media practices and emerging industry trends. The programme also included attending…
DUBAI, 1st November, 2026 (WAM) — Further expanding the ambit of the City Makers programme launched in 2014 on the directives of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, Dubai Health has announced the launch of ‘Yumnak,’ an initiative integrating a range of health, social support, transportation and housing services for senior citizens in Dubai. Developed based on direct feedback from senior citizens, the initiative makes it easier for them to access the care and services…
DUBAI, 1st November, 2026 (WAM) — In a move aimed at strengthening the integrated health and social support system available to Emirati families, the Community Development Authority (CDA) in Dubai and Dubai Health have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop joint initiatives and services supporting couples preparing for marriage and families through different stages of family formation. The collaboration will focus on promoting reproductive health awareness and facilitating access to specialised healthcare services and consultations in accordance with approved standards. The partnership supports the objectives of the Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum Family Programme and the Dubai Weddings initiative,…