Author: Editorial team
ABU DHABI, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates have sent separate messages of condolences to His Majesty King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan over the victims of an attack on a church in Karak Governorate, which resulted in several deaths and left others wounded. The messages were sent by Their Highnesses the Rulers, Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammad Al Qasimi of Sharjah, Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi of Ajman, Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi of Fujairah, Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla…
Sennheiser’s audio equipment has been frequently used in productions and performances at the Dubai Opera. Across the GCC, they find place inside gaming hubs and broadcasting networks. It’s no surprise that the German company considers the UAE an attractive market and wants to expand here. “We are definitely here to invest,” Daniel Sennheiser, the company’s chairman who was in Dubai last week, told Khaleej Times in an interview. Daniel, who represents the third generation of leadership at the 80-year-old company, spoke about their plans for the UAE, trends in the region and why they want to be reliable to every…
ABU DHABI, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — Capital H, the investment arm of the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT), held its annual event this year under the title IN^X NEXT 2026, themed Future of Education, Skills, and Workforce Development. The event was held under the patronage and in the presence of Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports and Chairman of Capital H, alongside leaders, experts, and decision-makers from various sectors. The event witnessed the unveiling of the new identity of the Centre of Excellence for Applied Research and Training (CERT), now rebranded as IN^X Education, Capital H’s education…
Microsoft is offering buyouts to around 60,000 employees, Business Insider reported on Monday, citing a company spokesperson.The company did not immediately comment on the number of employees impacted when contacted by Reuters.The voluntary exit offer will impact key divisions, including AI experiences, Copilot, finance, human resources, Xbox and Windows + Devices, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters. It will exclude units such as marketing, commercial business and security, the source added.”This offer will be available to eligible employees in participating teams in Canada, India, the United Kingdom and the United States at level 70 and below,” Microsoft said…
Veteran actress Holland Taylor has opened up about her departure from a full-time contract on the hit CBS sitcom Two and a Half Men, revealing that she chose to let her agreement lapse after Season 6 because she no longer wanted to be tied down by a long-term deal and faced a stalemate over compensation.Best known for playing Evelyn Harper, the overbearing mother to characters played by Charlie Sheen and Jon Cryer, Taylor recently discussed her exit on the Alchemy with Anthony Mason podcast.Reflecting on the conclusion of her initial six-year contract, Taylor explained, “When the six years were up,…
Even before he turned 20, Tilak Varma was hailed as a future all-format player for India by none other than Rohit Sharma.Since then, the Hyderabad player has gone from strength to strength, showing his impressive batting skills in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for Mumbai Indians.Last year, in the Asia Cup final against Pakistan at Dubai International Stadium, the left-handed batter bailed India out of a precarious position with a magnificent match-winning half-century.Varma, who is also a handy off-spinner, has already become a vital cog in India’s batting unit in the T20 format, scoring close to 1,900 runs from 72…
ABU DHABI, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, successfully concluded its third and biggest Global Media Forum, bringing together 33 journalists, including 13 media representatives from overseas, for an immersive programme highlighting Abu Dhabi’s growing prominence as a global hub for finance, investment and innovation. The international journalists came from countries such as the UK, US, France, Germany, India, South Africa, South Korea, and China. Held under the theme ‘Inside Abu Dhabi: Capital, Partnerships, Opportunity’, the forum took place from 20th to 22nd October 2026, convening leading voices from ADGM and across Abu…
DUBAI, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — Entries are now open for the World Triathlon Women’s Cup Dubai, which makes its way to Al Mamzar Beach Park on Sunday 6 December with races for women of all abilities, from first-time triathletes to elite international athletes. The second World Triathlon Women’s Cup to be held anywhere in the world, it is the only event of its kind dedicated entirely to women, bringing elite athletes and amateurs together to race at the same venue on the same day. Organised by Dubai Sports Council in partnership with World Triathlon and in collaboration with the…
A 600-drone display will light up the sky over Global Village as the Dubai destination celebrates Diwali with five days of cultural performances, festive shopping, and family activities from November 6 to 10. Scheduled for November 8 at 8pm, the Diwali-themed drone show will feature formations inspired by the festival of lights above the Stunt Arena and Syria Pavilion. The celebrations will also feature Global Village’s first Baithak, a traditional South Asian musical gathering known for its intimate, seated setting. Taking place on November 6 from 8pm to 9pm at the Main Stage, the event will invite visitors to sing…
UMM AL QAIWAIN, 26th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) is continuing to implement its Customer Councils programme, launched earlier this year, to involve manufacturers and investors in the development of government services and simplifying procedures. The programme supports industrial competitiveness and streamlines business procedures in the UAE, in line with the National Strategy for Industry and Advanced Technology and the Make it in the Emirates initiative. The Council brought together manufacturers, investors and company representatives. Participants discussed challenges facing the industrial sector, identified priorities for developing and redesigning services, and explored how customer…