Author: admin

Indian singer-actor Mika Singh has come out in support of his elder brother, Daler Mehndi, after the veteran singer faced allegations of lip-syncing during a recent performance.Singh urged the media to verify facts before publishing reports, adding that such unverified claims can damage an artist’s reputation.“The way Daler Mehndi was treated on stage was disappointing. A respected minister came on stage and made allegations about him… But before publishing such claims, shouldn’t we verify the facts and give the artist a chance to present his side? Would anyone dare to behave like that with an international band like Coldplay?” Mika…

FREELANDER hosted FREELANDER Nightfall at the Hengli Hotel in Wuhu on 19 October as part of the 2026 Chery International User Summit. At the brand evening, the brand displayed the international five-seat version of FREELANDER 8 for the first time, announced its AI Voice Assistant, confirmed that FREELANDER 8 is expected to launch in the UAE in the first quarter of 2027 and signed partnership agreements with new partners in Bahrain and Oman. The evening followed the first test drive of the international variant of FREELANDER 8, held earlier that day at Tuju Campground. Guests were welcomed by Mornine, an…

ABU DHABI, 20th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, and Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic, have attended the UAE-France Business Dialogue at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi. The event formed part of joint efforts to strengthen the UAE-France economic and investment partnership and explore new opportunities for cooperation in priority strategic sectors, particularly energy, artificial intelligence and advanced technology. In the opening remarks, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed the French President and the accompanying delegation. H.H. Sheikh Khaled noted that the…

SHARJAH, 20th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC) and Equinor ASA, an international energy company based in Norway, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore business opportunities across the downstream energy sector. Under the MoU, the two companies will assess potential cooperation in the storage, infrastructure, logistics, trading, supply and shipping of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), natural gas liquids (NGLs) and other oil and gas products, together with selected energy transition opportunities and the optimisation of petrochemical storage facilities in the UAE. Khamis Al Mazrouei, CEO of SNOC, said, “This collaboration marks a significant step…

Miley Cyrus has shared an unusual experience she believes was a sign from her late godmother, Dolly Parton, following the country music legend’s death in August at the age of 80.The 33-year-old singer recalled the moment during her performance at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on Sunday, October 18, before singing Parton’s hit Jolene.According to People, Cyrus told the audience that Parton had once given her a life-sized mannequin of herself as a Christmas gift, which she keeps in her bedroom.She explained that she had been playing Jolene on her phone while standing beside the mannequin. After lighting a candle and placing a…

Indian singer Jonita is set to perform in Abu Dhabi after joining the lineup for UNIFYD, a music festival curated by Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan.The one-day event will take place on March 20, 2027, at Etihad Live on Yas Island, with more than 15 artistes expected to perform across multiple stages.Jonita Gandhi, credited mononymously as Jonita, will join Arijit Singh, Sonu Nigam and Karan Aujla, who were previously confirmed for the festival. Other artists on the lineup include Shalmali Kholgade, Patiala Mehfil, Simran Choudhary, Nooriyah, Curtain Blue, Tech Panda x Kenzani, Rusha & Blizza, Stick No Bills, BOH!B, Priyanka…

DUBAI, 20th October, 2026 (WAM) — The 21st Annual Gulf Insurance Forum will kick off in Dubai on 26th October, bringing together more than 200 CEOs and insurance and reinsurance experts from 25 Arab and foreign countries. The two-day forum, held under the theme “Redefining Insurability: Risk, Capital, and Trust in a Systemic World”, will focus on the evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) as a transformative force reshaping daily life, economic systems and decision-making processes in societies, particularly the changes it could bring to the insurance industry. The forum will highlight the UAE’s national visions and strategic initiatives, and their…

DUBAI, 20th October, 2026 (WAM) — The global water equation is evolving, driven by climate change, urban growth and rising demand. Water security is no longer solely about increasing supply; it also depends on cities’ ability to diversify water sources, recover and reuse water, reduce losses and operate networks efficiently under growing climatic and operational pressures. The World Bank warned that, under current water management policies and projected climate scenarios, urban water availability could decline by up to two-thirds by 2050, compared with 2015 levels. This underscores the urgent need for alternative water sources and more resilient infrastructure. Against this…

AJMAN, 20th October, 2026 (WAM) — A delegation from the International Charity Organisation (ICO), led by Secretary-General Dr. Khaled Al Khaja, inaugurated two residential villages and several educational and service projects in Africa. The first village, dedicated to orphans in the Republic of Benin, comprises 100 houses, while the second, in the Republic of Senegal, comprises 50 houses, helping provide beneficiaries with a safe and stable living environment. Both villages feature comprehensive service facilities, each comprising a mosque, a Quran memorisation centre, a water well, a health centre and classrooms, to support residents’ educational, healthcare and other basic needs. Dr.…

CAPITALS, 20th October, 2026 (WAM) — Oil prices fell on Tuesday after Brent crude hit its highest level since 20th May in the previous session, at US$110.70 per barrel. Brent crude futures fell 49 cents, or 0.45 percent, to US$109.06 per barrel by 00:10 GMT, according to Reuters. US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures for November delivery, which expire on Tuesday, fell 0.33 percent to US$103.32 per barrel, while the more actively traded December contract dropped 46 cents, or 0.47 percent, to US$98.08 per barrel. Source: Emirates News Agency