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ABU DHABI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Interior (MOI), through its Leadership Development Centre and in cooperation with the International Affairs Office, has launched the “Police Diplomatic Leadership” training programme in partnership with the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy, Rabdan Academy, and the University of New South Wales (UNSW). The programme aims to equip police leaders with the skills needed for diplomatic engagement, international relations and institutional representation. It aims to prepare participants through advanced knowledge and practical skills in diplomacy, international relations, strategic analysis, international law, diplomatic protocol and etiquette, negotiation, and the use of artificial intelligence.…

Australia will give key batter Steve Smith as much time as possible to prove his fitness ahead of the third and final Test against South Africa at Newlands, captain Pat Cummins said on Monday.Smith injured his neck in South Africa’s innings and 31-run victory in the second test in Gqeberha which levelled the series at 1-1 going into the decider in Cape Town starting on Tuesday.”Hopefully, it all goes well and he’ll be there,” Cummins told reporters on Monday. “But we just want to wait for that last piece of the puzzle (before naming a team).Cummins said Cameron Green would…

OMODA & JAECOO has demonstrated its new 5-kWh hybrid electric vehicle technology in OMODA 7 SHS-H during the OMODA Super Hybrid Marathon in China, which concluded on 22 October 2026. The event highlighted how greater battery capacity can support quieter driving and additional functions while parked, without requiring external charging. OMODA 7 SHS-H, featuring the new 5-kWh HEV technology, is scheduled to launch in the UAE in early 2027. It is among the first models to adopt the system. During the marathon, global media experienced the vehicle on urban roads, highways and mountain routes, assessing its power response, smoothness and…

ABU DHABI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — NMDC Energy reported its financial results for the nine-month period ended 30th September 2026, with revenues increasing 9 percent year-on-year to AED14.2 billion. According to a press release issued by the company on Tuesday, the solid top-line performance underscores NMDC Energy’s ability to steadily convert and execute its substantial backlog despite a challenging operating environment. Growth was underpinned by a balanced geographical revenue mix, with local UAE operations contributing 72 percent and international markets accounting for 28 percent of total revenues in the first nine months of 2026. NMDC Energy recorded a net…

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…

ABU DHABI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — TRENDS Global, part of TRENDS Group, concluded its participation through its virtual office in Germany as a guest of honour at the Arab-German Young Academy of Sciences and Humanities (AGYA) annual conference. Held in Bonn, Germany, under the theme “Polycentric and Participatory Knowledge Production: Research Collaboration Across Borders and Disciplines”, the conference took place under the patronage of Germany’s Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR). TRENDS researchers contributed to an extensive panel discussion titled “Technology, Minerals and Power”. Their contributions focused on how governments can strengthen their strategic positions amid a…

Days after launching its first folding iPhone, Apple acknowledged on Monday that some of the devices exhibit display problems and said it will replace them.Apple started shipping the iPhone Duo last week, with customers around the world lining up for tight inventory after initial online orders sold out in minutes. Analysts have said Apple is likely to face supply constraints because the iPhone Duo, which unfolds like a passport booklet, is complex to manufacture.Over the weekend, social media posts showed the iPhone Duo with cracks and lines in the inner display along the central hinge where the iPhone Duo folds.Stay…

American rapper Nicki Minaj joined US President Donald Trump onstage at a campaign rally in Michigan on Sunday, delivering remarks in support of the administration ahead of the midterm elections. Addressing the crowd, Minaj spoke about the country’s direction and her reasons for supporting the president.“He represents resilience. You know, so many people, um, were maybe giving up a little bit, a little bit hopeless. And since he’s come back, he’s changed the energy of our country and um he’s given us a future to look forward to, a brighter future for us and our children. So, let’s make some noise…

SHARJAH, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) organised an event themed “Sharjah’s Female Entrepreneurs: From Ambition to Investment.” The forum brought together a distinguished group of female entrepreneurs, decision-makers, and beginners to the labour market, as well as aspiring entrepreneurs looking to transform their ideas into successful business ventures. This initiative is part of the Department’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the role of women in driving the national economy and to foster a culture of entrepreneurship within the emirate. The Forum was attended by Sharjah Foundation for Supporting Entrepreneurship (RUWAD), Sharjah City Municipality, Health Section, Sharjah…

DUBAI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chambers has launched “Chamber AI Hub”; the world’s first chamber-led Agentic AI marketplace, enabling companies operating in Dubai to access ready-to-use, specialised Agentic AI solutions that can perform a wide range of administrative and operational tasks. The initiative contributes to transforming corporate operating models and enhancing the competitiveness of Dubai’s private sector. The launch of the Agentic AI marketplace comes as part of the implementation of the directives of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The…