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ABU DHABI, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Emirates Arabian Horse Society National Championship will get under way on Tuesday in the main arena of Boudheib Academy, with 253 horses belonging to a total of 179 owners, representing different Arabian horse studs across the UAE. Held over two days, the championship forms part of the Society’s 2026–2027 season programme and reflects its efforts to develop Arabian horse beauty championships, support owners and breeders, and improve the quality of services provided to them, further strengthening the UAE’s position as a leading hub for Arabian horse sports and activities. The first day…
DUBAI, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Municipality has opened registration for the 2026–2027 winter camping season in Al Ruwayyah, introducing an enhanced experience with expanded facilities, recreational activities and greater flexibility for UAE nationals. Running from 1st November 2026 to 30th April 2027, the new season will accommodate 600 camps, representing an increase of approximately 120% compared with previous seasons. The expanded offering includes the return of double-sized camping plots of up to 800 square metres, alongside standard plots measuring 400 square metres. For the first time, Dubai Municipality has also introduced 50 dedicated caravan plots and 10 fully…
SHARJAH, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services (SCHS) is taking part in the upcoming Sharjah International Book Fair with a pavilion built around knowledge, awareness and community engagement. The centrepiece is the eighth instalment of its “60 Seconds” series, which this time looks at adolescence and autism spectrum disorder. The aim is to present specialist information in a short, simple format that people can easily use. The series is a set of knowledge cards on the many sides of life for teenagers with autism. These include the physical, emotional and social changes of adolescence, mental health,…
ABU DHABI, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — etisalat UAE, the flagship telecom arm of the etisalat group, and the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) have partnered to establish a five-year framework for joint research, innovation and talent development. The agreement creates a long-term framework to bring academic research closer to real world industry applications, while developing national talent in critical areas of technology. This spans three tracks: research, innovation and testbeds; talent development and capability building; and university advancement and strategic support. Named areas of mutual interest include artificial intelligence, telecommunications and next-generation networks, smart mobility, digital transformation, cybersecurity, data…
DUBAI, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — DMCC, the leading international business district driving the flow of global trade through Dubai, today convened the seventh Dubai Diamond Conference, bringing together senior government officials and global industry leaders to chart a new direction for the natural diamond sector. The conference also saw the announcement of a new education partnership with HRD Antwerp, the unveiling of the Infinity diamond, an exceptional 888.88-carat fancy black natural diamond, and the launch of the world’s first dedicated Dubai Cut – Dhamani Boutique. Held under the theme “Diamond 2.0: A Strategic Reset – Reigniting Desire, Unlocking New…
ABU DHABI, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — EDGE has completed the acquisition of a controlling stake in CMD S.r.l., a leading Italian company specialised in the design, prototyping and development of advanced propulsion systems for automotive, marine and aeronautical applications. The transaction, signed in Rome, follows the agreement reached in May 2026 at CMD’s plant in Atella, in the Basilicata region of Southern Italy, and gives EDGE direct access to more than 35 years of piston engine manufacturing excellence, marking a landmark step in the Group’s European expansion. With EDGE’s backing, CMD is positioned for significant expansion to meet rising…
ABU DHABI, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, successfully concluded its third and biggest Global Media Forum, bringing together 33 journalists, including 13 media representatives from overseas, for an immersive programme highlighting Abu Dhabi’s growing prominence as a global hub for finance, investment and innovation. The international journalists came from countries such as the UK, US, France, Germany, India, South Africa, South Korea, and China. Held under the theme ‘Inside Abu Dhabi: Capital, Partnerships, Opportunity’, the forum took place from 20th to 22nd October 2026, convening leading voices from ADGM and across Abu…
ABU DHABI, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call today from President of the Republic of Paraguay His Excellency Santiago Peña, during which they discussed bilateral cooperation and opportunities to further strengthen ties in support of mutual interests and joint aspirations for sustainable development and prosperity. His Excellency Peña thanked His Highness for the UAE’s swift humanitarian response to support those affected by the recent severe weather conditions in Paraguay, reaffirming the strength of relations between the two countries. Source: Emirates News Agency
ABU DHABI, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — Capital H, the investment arm of the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT), held its annual event this year under the title IN^X NEXT 2026, themed Future of Education, Skills, and Workforce Development. The event was held under the patronage and in the presence of Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports and Chairman of Capital H, alongside leaders, experts, and decision-makers from various sectors. The event witnessed the unveiling of the new identity of the Centre of Excellence for Applied Research and Training (CERT), now rebranded as IN^X Education, Capital H’s education…
ABU DHABI, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) –Leading international judokas will compete in the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 2026, hosted by the UAE Judo Federation under the supervision of the International Judo Federation (IJF) at Mubadala Arena from 29th to 31st October. Prominent participants include Japan’s Ryotaro Masuchi, bronze medallist in the under-100kg category at the 2025 Tokyo Grand Slam; Azerbaijan’s Dzhamal Gamzatkhanov, bronze medallist at the 2026 Hungary Grand Slam in the over-100kg category; Russia’s Kristina Dudina, gold medallist in the under-48kg category at the 2024 European Championships; and Hungary’s Aron Szabo, bronze medallist at the 2024 European Under-23 Championships…