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RAS AL KHAIMAH, 30th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, today received Zeng Jixin, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to the United Arab Emirates and Ou Boqian, Consul-General of the People’s Republic of China in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, who called on him at his palace in Saqr bin Mohammed City. H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr welcomed the ambassador and the consul-general. During the meeting, they discussed the friendship agreement recently signed between Ras Al Khaimah and China’s Fujian Province, as well as…
ABU DHABI, 30th October, 2026 (WAM) –Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy will organise the “Fatima Bint Mubarak Academy’s Sports Challenge for Special Olympics UAE ” on Saturday, 31st October 2026, in cooperation with Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Special Olympics UAE, and under the guidance of the UAE Basketball Association and Emirates Bowling Federation. The event reflects the Academy’s commitment to supporting and empowering People of Determination, encouraging their participation in sporting activities and promoting social inclusion through sport. It also underscores the Academy’s dedication to providing an inclusive sporting environment that offers diverse groups opportunities to participate, compete…
DUBAI, 30th October, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates NBD announced its participation at the Dubai FinTech Summit 2026 as Premium Banking Partner and Ecosystem Partner for the Future Sustainability Forum. Through its participation in both events, the bank will highlight its commitment to innovation and its ambition to help shape the future of banking, with a focus on its AI leadership agenda. Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Finance and President of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), Dubai Future Finance Week (DFFW), a strategic…
Sarah Jessica Parker has brought her latest jewellery collection to Dubai, marking her second collaboration with luxury lab-grown diamond brand Astrea London. The actress, who serves as the brand’s Global Creative Director, unveiled the new collection in Dubai following its debut in New York. Speaking about the collaboration, Astrea London founder Nathalie Morrison praised Parker’s involvement in developing the brand’s jewellery designs. “Working with Sarah Jessica Parker has been instrumental in bringing a distinctive creative perspective to our Maison,” Morrison said. “Her extraordinary sense of style, individuality and imagination allows us to explore new expressions of high jewellery while remaining…
ABU DHABI, 30th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has announced the issuance of a new Cabinet Decision on Administrative Penalties relating to the UAE eInvoicing framework, replacing the Cabinet Decision No. (106) of 2025. The amendments have been introduced following stakeholder feedback and form part of the Ministry’s ongoing commitment to developing a compliance framework that is clear, proportionate and practical for businesses. The new Cabinet Decision revises a number of the administrative penalties provided for under the previous Decision to better align them with the nature of the relevant obligations, while maintaining the integrity of…
DUBAI, 30th October, 2026 (WAM) — For generations, the stars guided the people of the UAE across the sea and desert. Long before modern navigation systems, seafarers aboard traditional dhows and travellers crossing the desert relied on the night sky to find their way. Among these celestial guides was ELYAH, the Emirati name for the North Star, Polaris, which holds a special place in the UAE’s collective memory. Beyond its practical role in navigation, the star also inspired poets, becoming a symbol of beauty, hope and constancy. Centuries later, this enduring symbol of guidance and discovery has found a new…
ABU DHABI, 30th October, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE’s Comprehensive Economic Agreement with the Democratic Republic of Congo entered into force today, removing tariffs on the vast majority of product lines, harmonising customs procedures, and reducing unnecessary barriers to trade. The deal has been designed to enhance trade flows, facilitate bilateral investment flows into important sectors such as logistics, energy and manufacturing, and support the economic growth ambitions of both countries. The Democratic Republic of Congo is one of the ten largest economies in Africa, with a GDP of US$122.28 billion and a growth rate of 5.2%. DRC also benefits…
Shop and experience a first-of-its-kind festive line-up, including Shake Shack’s Butter Chicken menu, H&M’s festive collection, Bollywood-inspired makeup masterclasses at Ulta Beauty, and much more Published: Fri 30 Oct 2026, 4:34 PM For the very first time, leading international retail franchiser Alshaya Group is making this festive season in the UAE extra special with the ‘Festival of Lights’ campaign that highlights an exclusive line-up of festive products and collections across its most-loved brands, including H&M, Starbucks, Shake Shack, Ulta Beauty, and many more. The campaign will also feature Alshaya’s award-winning loyalty programme Aura’s 10x points journey, which allows members to…
DUBAI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has reported an 18% increase in the total number of applications submitted to higher education institutions through the National Unified Registration and Admission Platform during the 2026–2027 academic year, compared with the previous year. The increase reflects the continued development of the platform’s services under the unified digital higher education portal, EduHub, which has helped simplify the student journey through an integrated service delivered in partnership with relevant entities, while improving the efficiency of application, admission and enrolment procedures at higher education institutions. The increase…
SHARJAH, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — House of Wisdom (HoW) in Sharjah won the “Sustain Sharjah Award for Tourist Destinations” category within the Sharjah International Travel and Tourism Forum Awards 2026 in recognition of its efforts to promote sustainability through cultural and educational programmes and community initiatives. The forum was organised by the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) on Wednesday, 28 October, at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre. Marwa Al Aqroubi, Executive Director of HoW, received the award from Sheikh Khaled bin Abdullah bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Seaports and Customs Authority, the Hamriyah…