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RAS AL KHAIMAH, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — Innovation City Free Zone Authority, Ras Al Khaimah, has launched the region’s first TikTok LIVE Creator Studio, marking a new milestone in connecting technology, talent and the creator economy. The initiative aims to support digital content creation and provide an environment that encourages the growth of the creator economy. The launch took place in the presence of Sheikh Mohammed bin Humaid bin Abdullah Al Qasimi, Chairman of Innovation City Free Zone Authority; Dr. Rashid Khalfan Al Nuaimi, Director-General of RAK Chamber; Boxia Liu, Head of TikTok LIVE for MENA and Türkiye; Anas…
The days before Diwali have a glow all their own — the lights going up, the Gold Souk glittering a little more enticingly, a sense of something auspicious stirring. In Dubai, where the Indian diaspora runs deep, you can feel it building. At its heart is Dhanteras, two days before Diwali and one of the biggest gold-buying moments of the year, when tradition calls for carrying something precious — gold above all — over the threshold to welcome good fortune in. There’s just one wrinkle this year. Gold has rarely been this expensive — 24-carat is circling Dh500 a gram…
ABU DHABI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center, the largest dedicated marine research, rescue, rehabilitation and return center in the region, is calling on photography enthusiasts across the UAE to turn their lenses towards the marine world and participate in the One Ocean Photo Contest, held in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards. Open to all UAE citizens and residents aged 10 and above, the contest celebrates the marine environment worldwide as well as across the Arabian Region, encouraging participants to use creative expression to raise awareness of the importance of ocean biodiversity…
DUBAI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — Mashreq Bank PSC (MASQ) today reported record nine-month profit before tax of AED 7.3 billion for the period ended 30 September 2026, up 18% year-on-year. Operating income increased 11% to AED 10.4 billion, with growth in operating profit and an improvement in impairments supporting the increase in earnings. Net profit before tax increased 18% year-on-year to AED 7.3 billion, with AED 635 million of the increase from operating profit growth of 10% on 11% revenue growth, and AED 482 million from the improvement in impairments, from a charge of AED 366 million in 9M…
DUBAI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — Construction has begun on two pedestrian bridges on Palm Jumeirah in a project designed to improve pedestrian safety and ease traffic across the landmark destination. It is a joint project by Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Holding Community Management. The first bridge will be built near Shoreline, at the entrance to Palm Jumeirah, with completion scheduled for June 2027. The second, at Golden Mile adjacent to the retail frontages, is due in October 2027. Together they will have a combined capacity of 2,700 pedestrians per hour — exceeding current demand and allowing…
ABU DHABI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received Roberto Pesantes, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility of Ecuador. During the meeting, held in Abu Dhabi, the two sides discussed bilateral relations and avenues for cooperation across the economic, trade and investment sectors within the framework of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between the two countries. They also reviewed a number of issues of mutual interest related to strengthening cooperation in tourism, culture, education and air transport. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed…
DUBAI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — The third edition of the Foreseeing Government Audit Future Conference, organised by the Financial Audit Authority under the theme ‘Smart Audit,’ opened today in Dubai. The conference brings together senior officials, experts and specialists in auditing, oversight, governance, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence to examine the changes shaping the future of government auditing and explore emerging trends and applications that can strengthen the effectiveness of government audit practices and their readiness for future challenges. The conference, held at the Joharah Ballroom, Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, highlights a new phase in the evolution of auditing and oversight,…
SHARJAH, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Government Relations and Chairman of the Higher Committee for Economic Integration in Sharjah, said the emirate’s approach to strengthening international relations is rooted in its identity, cultural values and development experience, as well as a commitment to dialogue and building meaningful connections. He said the approach is guided by the vision of H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. Speaking at a session titled “Sharjah: Building Bridges with the World”, held at House of Wisdom…
ABU DHABI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — Imperial College London Diabetes & Endocrine Centre (ICLDEC), part of M42, and Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai (RIT Dubai) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to equip healthcare professionals with the data and technology skills increasingly required in clinical practice and connect academic learning with operational healthcare challenges. The first area of collaboration will see ICLDEC staff participate in RIT Dubai’s Credit-Bearing Micro-Credential in Health Informatics. Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education, the 12-credit programme will help participants develop skills in using data and digital technologies in healthcare. The curriculum will…
DUBAI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, organised 143 bilateral business meetings between companies from Dubai and Kenya in Nairobi, the Kenyan capital. The meetings took place during a recent trade mission led by the chamber under the ‘Next Frontiers’ programme as part of the New Horizons initiative, which aims to support the expansion of Dubai-based companies into promising international markets and strengthen their global partnerships. The meetings enabled Dubai-based companies participating in the mission to engage directly with potential partners in Kenya, showcase their products…