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DUABI, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, announced H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, as the recipient of the Dubai-it Award, in recognition of his leadership in developing one of the world’s largest and most integrated aviation systems, which has achieved continuous growth across its various sectors. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan said, “In…

Studies indicate that by 2030, nearly 1 in 5 women globally are expected to be affected by obesity, compared to 1 in 7 men. And a conversation on weight management could never have been more relevant. Dr Bohaira El Geyoushi, consultant gynaecologist and reproductive medicine, while speaking at the inaugural Khaleej Times Women’s Power Summit in Dubai on Wednesday, used this fact to stress the widespread threat that obesity poses—and overcoming it the right way. “Obesity is identified as the largest threat to health this century amenable to action.” Obesity, she pointed out, is a chronic disease that needs lifelong…

ABU DHABI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix trophy has made a special stop at Etihad Airways’ headquarters at Zayed International Airport as preparations gather pace for the Formula 1 season finale on Yas Island on December 3-6. The trophy was welcomed by Antonoaldo Neves, Group CEO of Etihad Airways, and Saif Rashid Al Noaimi, CEO of Ethara, marking a partnership that has been central to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix since its inaugural edition in 2009. The event title partner, Etihad Airways plays a key role in connecting Abu Dhabi with…

RAS AL KHAIMAH, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development conducted 11,639 inspections of commercial establishments across the emirate in the third quarter of 2026 to ensure compliance with regulations and approved requirements, promote market stability and safeguard the business environment. The inspections revealed a compliance rate of 85% among commercial establishments, reflecting the effectiveness of the department’s inspection and awareness efforts in promoting regulatory compliance and sound business practices. The department continues to develop its commercial inspection system and conduct awareness campaigns targeting business licence holders to familiarise them with the laws and…

UAE professionals say leadership style in the workplace would have to change before the next generation enters the workforce, according to new research by Robert Walters, a global recruitment agency.  32 per cent of professionals believe employers will have to rethink current leadership styles before Gen Alpha, the generation succeeding Gen Z and encompassing those born between 2010 and 2025, start working.This compares to just 9 per cent believing faster AI and technology adoption will be the biggest challenge in managing a generation expected to enter work with unprecedented AI literacy, the Robert Walters study found.Stay up to date with…

The highly anticipated Tamil film Dharman, starring Rajinikanth, has added another familiar face to its cast, with actress Nayanthara joining the project. The announcement marks the reunion of the two stars five years after they last shared screen space in Annaatthe (2021).The film’s production house, Raaj Kamal Films International, announced Nayanthara’s casting on X. Welcoming the actor to the film, the production house wrote, “THE AURA IS DOUBLE…Welcoming the one and only #Nayanthara to DHARMAN…” Some Eyes say it all 🔥 THE CHARISMA ARRIVES I Today at 7:02 PM #Dharman #KettaPaiyanSir #SuperstarRajinikanth #KamalHaasan @rajinikanth @ikamalhaasan #Mahendran @Dir_Ashwath @anirudhofficial @anbariv @iYogiBabu @SimranbaggaOffc…

Winning the Ballon d’Or will help convince Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane to extend his deal with the German champions, former World Cup winner Lothar Matthaeus said on Wednesday.On Monday Kane became the first Englishman to win the prestigious award — the top individual honour in the sport — since Michael Owen in 2001.The England captain was prolific last season, scoring 61 goals in 51 games for Bayern across all competitions as the German side completed a domestic league and cup double. He was also a World Cup semi-finalist with England, scoring six goals in the tournament.”We are very happy…

DUBAI, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), through Sandbox Dubai, has launched the AI Sandbox to help local and international technology companies overcome regulatory and policy barriers that can prevent promising artificial intelligence (AI) solutions from moving beyond experimentation into real-world deployment. The initiative will bring together startups, SMEs, established technology companies and relevant government entities, including the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI), to test AI-native solutions in real-world environments. Participating companies will benefit from technical, policy and commercial expertise, alongside tailored regulatory guidance to address challenges that may limit deployment. Depending on the use case…

DUBAI, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the independent banking, financial services, and markets regulator of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), has imposed a financial penalty of USD 585,825 (AED 2,149,977) on Moody’s Investors Service Middle East Limited (MISMEL) for data confidentiality breaches. MISMEL has been licensed as a Credit Rating Agency by the DFSA since 31 December 2012. As such, it handles a large volume of data, including highly sensitive and confidential information relating to its customers, including public and private companies, governments, and other counterparties. The DFSA found that MISMEL contravened DFSA Rules…

SHARJAH, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, witnessed, on Wednesday morning in the presence of H.H. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK), the launch of the second edition of Sharjah Next. The forum features keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops and specialised debates exploring sectors shaping the future of economies and societies. H.H. Sheikh Dr Sultan also inaugurated Uruk City, a pioneering model for a new generation of sustainable cities. Organised by the Sharjah Research, Technology and…