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DUBAI, 21st October, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates NBD reported a profit after tax of AED19.3 billion for the first nine months of 2026, up 2 percent from the same period last year, while profit before tax rose 4 percent to AED24.3 billion. The bank posted record income of AED42.2 billion, up 15 percent year-on-year, while the group’s total assets reached AED1.38 trillion, up 18 percent year-to-date. Gross loans grew 27 percent year-to-date to AED833 billion, while deposits rose 19 percent to AED935 billion. Asset quality remained healthy, with a cost of risk of 37 basis points. Capital and liquidity ratios…
ABU DHABI, 21st October, 2026 (WAM) — The Global Institute for Disease Elimination (GLIDE) is expanding access to practical artificial intelligence (AI) education for health professionals worldwide by opening applications to “AI for All – GLIDE Edition”, an online learning programme aimed at giving health professionals the fundamentals they need to understand AI, assess its potential and limitations, and use emerging tools responsibly. The first cohort will commence on 16th November, with the course scheduled to end by 16th December 2026. The online learning programme was developed by the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), with selected content…
ABU DHABI, 21st October, 2026 (WAM) — In the presence of H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) has signed agreements with Isomorphic Labs, WHOOP, and Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, and AstraZeneca. DoH and Isomorphic Labs announced the signing of an agreement to collaborate on AI-enabled drug discovery research and explore innovation frameworks for pre-clinical research. The agreement was signed at the Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit by Dr. Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi, Undersecretary of the DoH, and…
ABU DHABI, 21st October, 2026 (WAM) — Advent, a leading global private equity investor, today announced it has opened a new office in ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, extending the reach of the firm’s international platform into the Middle East. According to a press release issued today, the new presence gives Advent a local base from which to deepen its engagement with investors, support the firm’s existing portfolio companies and explore potential investment opportunities. James Brocklebank, Managing Partner and Co-Chair of Advent’s Global Executive Committee, said, “Abu Dhabi is a natural addition to Advent’s global network, alongside…
ABU DHABI, 21st October, 2026 (WAM) — Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, affirmed that the UAE continues to advance its energy sector by diversifying energy sources, expanding clean energy projects, and improving energy efficiency to ensure reliable supplies, meet growing demand, and strengthen the competitiveness of the national economy. Speaking on the occasion of World Energy Day, observed annually on 22nd October, Al Mazrouei said, “Our vision for the future of energy is based on the understanding that energy security and emissions reduction are complementary goals. A successful energy transition requires a diversified energy mix…
DUBAI, 21st October, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai T100 Triathlon organising committee has announced that 19 leading female professional triathletes will compete at Al Mamzar on 14th November, in an event organised and supported by the Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO), Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, and Dubai Sports Council. Switzerland’s Julie Derron heads the field as she seeks to defend her Dubai T100 title and extend her lead in the T100 Race to Qatar standings ahead of the Qatar T100 Triathlon World Championship Final in Doha on 10th–12th December. Dubai is the last of the four women’s races this…
Screenings of Rajinikanth-starrer Jailer 2 have been halted at York Cinemas in Canada from Wednesday, with the exhibitor citing technical issues related to the delivery of the digital keys required to screen the film.In a statement shared on Instagram, York Cinemas said the decision came despite the theatre chain having fulfilled its financial commitments and payments for the film. It attributed the disruption to the non-availability of valid Key Delivery Messages (KDMs) from North American distributors Shloka Entertainments and Prathyangira Cinemas.“We regret to inform you that Jailer 2 will no longer be screening at York Cinemas effective Wednesday, October 21,…
Dwayne Johnson has undergone another major transformation for his upcoming film Lizard Music, this time taking on the appearance of a 70-year-old man.The 54-year-old actor was photographed filming in Brooklyn, New York, on Tuesday, October 20, looking almost unrecognisable with grey hair, facial wrinkles and an older appearance created using prosthetics.According to Variety, Dwayne was seen wearing a tan bucket hat and coat while holding a slice of pizza alongside his young co-star Theo Clark Leber, who carried a large stuffed lizard.The actor plays a character known as Chicken Man in the upcoming fantasy film, directed by Benny Safdie and based on…
This Halloween, IMG Worlds of Adventure in Dubai is turning up the excitement with Haunted Town Night 2026, bringing together music, entertainment and spine-chilling experiences for one unforgettable night on October 31, from 8 PM to 1 AM.DJ Bliss and DJ Bader will headline the celebrations, bringing their music to the event. The evening will kick off with a live dance performance by IMG performers in the lobby at 8 PM, followed by DJ performances and additional live entertainment throughout the night.Guests can encounter the mysterious Nightwatcher and Um Al Duwaish, alongside Halloween-costumed characters roaming selected areas of the park.With…
Australian model Sahara Ray, who was once linked to singer Justin Bieber, has died at the age of 34, months after welcoming her daughter, Snow.Ray’s family confirmed her death to TMZ on Monday, saying that she passed away in a hospital surrounded by her loved ones. However, the cause of her death has not been confirmed.According to Page Six, the model had spoken about her health struggles in April 2024 after being diagnosed with Guillain-Barre syndrome, a rare condition in which the body’s immune system attacks the nerves. The condition left her partially paralysed and unable to walk for some…