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ABU DHABI, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC), an affiliate of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Pfizer Gulf FZ LLC to explore collaboration in disease prevention, scientific research and the evaluation of emerging healthcare technologies. Announced during Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit (ADFHS) 2026), the collaboration aims to connect scientific expertise with Abu Dhabi’s public health priorities, supporting evidence-based approaches to prevention and earlier detection. In the presence of Dr. Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi, Undersecretary of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, the…
DUBAI, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) — The Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX 2026) hosted the Dubai Charge Point Operators Forum 2026 from 20th to 22nd October under the theme “Connect. Align. Accelerate”, bringing together electric vehicle (EV) charge point operators (CPOs) and industry stakeholders. The forum aimed to strengthen coordination between Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), charging operators and other stakeholders, while addressing regulatory and operational challenges and exploring opportunities to expand EV charging infrastructure across Dubai. “WETEX expands its coverage of future-oriented sectors each year, including electric vehicles, as it seeks to enhance the UAE’s global…
ABU DHABI, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi is bringing reproductive science and specialist expertise together to explore new possibilities for fertility care. The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the Emirate, has signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, and Paterna Biosciences, a U.S. biotechnology company developing laboratory-grown sperm for men with infertility. Signed on the sidelines of the Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit (ADFHS) 2026, the collaboration will advance research into severe male infertility, connecting stem-cell science with specialist clinical expertise, to build new…
AJMAN, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) — Ajman Chamber received a delegation from Senegal to discuss ways to strengthen economic and trade cooperation, explore investment opportunities and deepen ties between the two business communities. The delegation was received at the Chamber’s headquarters by Mohammed bin Khalifa bin Salmeen Al Aryani, Board Member; Salem Al Suwaidi, Director-General; and Ali Rashid Al Ketbi, Executive Director of the Studies and Investment Development Sector. The Senegalese delegation was headed by Dr. Alioune Dione, Minister of Microfinance and Social and Solidarity Economy of the Republic of Senegal, and included Arona Fall, President of the Gulf-African Investment…
Imagine creating an animated character simply by typing a few words into a computer. What once required a team of artists, expensive equipment and months of work can now, in some cases, be done much faster with artificial intelligence.But does that mean human animators could eventually lose their jobs? Two leading figures in the animation industry say AI is already changing how creative work is done, but replacing human talent is not as simple as it sounds.In exclusive interviews with Khaleej Times during the Sharjah Animation and Comics Conference (SACC) 2026, former Pixar animator Andrew Gordon and Japanese animation studio chief Shuzo…
ABU DHABI, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the terrorist shooting incident at Hamoud church in Karak Governorate in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) reiterated the UAE’s strong condemnation of such terrorist and criminal acts, and its firm rejection of all forms of violence, extremism, and terrorism aimed at undermining security and stability. The Ministry expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and its…
DUBAI, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) — Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of Health and Prevention, affirmed that, under the guidance of its wise leadership, the UAE has established a humanitarian approach reflected in both its success in eliminating polio at home and its continued support for global efforts to eradicate the disease, guided by a national vision that places human health at the forefront of its priorities. In a statement on the World Polio Day (24 October), he noted that the efforts of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan embody this approach, with His Highness contributing US$525…
DUBAI, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) — Under the directives of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and the patronage of HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is organised the 28th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) from 20 to 22 October 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. WETEX 2026 hosted 13 international pavilions from around the world, including those of Germany, Italy, Belgium, China, India, Türkiye, Czech, and Korea. The…
MANAMA, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) — The Kingdom of Bahrain welcomed the success of the mediation efforts undertaken by the United Arab Emirates between the Russian Federation and Ukraine, which resulted in a new prisoner exchange involving 540 prisoners from both sides. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the exchange as a positive and constructive humanitarian step that supports de-escalation efforts and enhances prospects for a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine crisis. In a statement, carried by Bahrain News Agency (BNA), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs commended the diplomatic and humanitarian efforts of the United Arab Emirates, which have contributed…
DUBAI, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) — The View Palm Jumeirah is celebrating its fifth anniversary with an exhilarating new experience, The Ledge at The View. Featuring eight glass ledges, the experience invites guests to step beyond the observation deck and out into the sky. With uninterrupted views across Palm Jumeirah, the Arabian Gulf and Dubai’s skyline, The Ledge at The View takes the excitement of seeing the city from above one step further. Guests can look out towards the horizon, or look straight down through the glass beneath their feet. Extending 1.5 metres beyond the viewing deck, each ledge offers…