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MUNICH, 17th September, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Saif Al Sharqi, Director-General of Fujairah Digital Government, and Dr. Ahmed Hassan Almurshidi, Director of Fujairah Geographic Information System Centre, reviewed a range of innovative technological solutions, platforms and applications during their visit to INTERGEO 2026 in Munich, Germany. They explored opportunities to utilise these technologies to support Fujairah’s strategic projects, enhance government data integration, develop the urban planning ecosystem, improve the efficiency of digital services and support data-driven decision-making. The visit comes as part of the Fujairah Government’s efforts to keep pace with the latest global developments in…

ABU DHABI, 15th September, 2026 (WAM) — The US city of Scottsdale, Arizona, tomorrow hosts the fourth leg of the third edition of the Emirates Arabian Horse Global Cup (EAHGC), with the participation of 44 horses representing around 22 owners, as part of the international series organised by the UAE to support the Arabian horse sector and enhance its standing on the international stage. The fourth leg builds on the growing global presence of the championship and reflects the UAE’s leading role in supporting Arabian horse owners and breeders around the world, while preserving the heritage of the purebred Arabian…

The next generation of robotic surgery has finally arrived, marking a new milestone in surgical innovation and excellence across the region Published: Fri 18 Sept 2026, 11:48 AM American Hospital Dubai, a leader in robotic surgery excellence in the UAE and the region, signed an agreement with Al Naghi Medical, a leading provider of medical devices in the UAE, to acquire the da Vinci 5 robotic surgical system from Intuitive, the global leader in robotic surgical systems. This milestone acquisition reinforces American Hospital Dubai’s position at the forefront of surgical innovation and robotic-assisted care in the region. American Hospital Dubai…

Duncan Sheik, the Tony-winning Broadway composer who transitioned from chart-topping singer-songwriter to the creative force behind the Broadway musical ‘Spring Awakening’, died on Thursday at age 56, according to a post on his Instagram account on Friday.Sheik died in New York due to cardiac arrest, his mother, Suzanne Sheik, told the New York Times. Sheik’s team did not immediately respond to Reuters’ request for comment.”It is with profound sadness that we confirm the passing of Duncan Sheik,” the social media post said, alongside a photo of Sheik with a guitar. “The world has lost a singular talent and a deeply…

ABU DHABI, 20th September, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in the Al Ain Region, the UAE Judo Federation has announced exceptional organisational and hosting arrangements for the 12th edition of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 2026. Hosted by the UAE Judo Federation under the supervision of the International Judo Federation (IJF), the tournament will take place at Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports City from 29th to 31st October 2026. Mohammed bin Thaaloob Al Darei, President of the UAE Judo Federation and Chairman of the Higher Organising Committee, affirmed that…

ABU DHABI, 18th September, 2026 (WAM) — First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the UAE’s global bank and one of the world’s largest and safest financial institutions, has been ranked number one in TIME’s inaugural Arabia’s Top Companies of 2026 list, published in partnership with Statista, a leading international provider of market and consumer data and rankings. The ranking recognises the top 200 companies across Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE, assessing them based on employee satisfaction, revenue growth in recent years and sustainability transparency. Among the companies featured, banking and finance was the most represented sector, accounting…

ABU DHABI, 17th September, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has chaired the council’s meeting, where an agentic AI platform was used for the first time to support analysis-based discussion and data-driven decision making. Using AI Committee System (an agentic AI platform), the meeting reviewed several public projects and programmes aimed at further enhancing efficiency in government performance and excellence in community services and public facilities. H.H. Sheikh Khaled directed the expansion of the Abu Dhabi Liveability Strategy, building on its…

HISOR, Tajikistan, 15th September, 2026 (WAM) — Al Jazira drew 0-0 with Iran’s Gol Gohar Sirjan on Tuesday at Hisor Central Stadium in Tajikistan in the opening round of Group B of the AFC Champions League Two. The result gave both teams their first point of the competition. In the other Group B fixture, Turkmenistan’s Arkadag defeated Bahrain’s Al Muharraq 1-0 to move top of the group. Source: Emirates News Agency

The partnership brought skin-health awareness, sun-protection guidance and well-being activities to delivery riders across the UAE Published: Fri 18 Sept 2026, 3:00 PM They show up for us every day. This time, NAOS wanted to show up for them. On 8 September, NAOS, together with its Bioderma brand, joined talabat Rider League at Danube Sports World as the official skincare partner, bringing skin health awareness, practical sun-protection guidance, sports, engagement and moments of appreciation to the riders. “For NAOS, social responsibility starts with seeing the person behind the service. It is about recognising the people who quietly support our everyday…

Walking into Em Sherif Deli’s new Al Ain branch, we were immediately met with warm hospitality. Located at Al Mutarid Lifestyle Centre, the restaurant has a casual and welcoming feel, with warm lighting, wooden interiors and both indoor and outdoor seating. It is the brand’s third location in the UAE, following two branches in Dubai, and its first in Al Ain. Once we sat down, the shawarma immediately caught our attention on the menu. Before ordering, we ended up speaking to a man at a nearby table and asked what he thought we should try. He recommended the shawarma and…