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ABU DHABI, 21st October, 2026 (WAM) — Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Authority, affirmed that investing in media and education is an investment in society’s ability to understand change, develop innovative solutions, and combat misinformation. He noted that sustainable development is built on educated minds, professional media, and a society that participates consciously in the journey of development and achievement. Speaking during a fireside chat titled “Education and Media: Who Influences Whom?,” at Emirati Education Forum 2026: moderated by Dr. Sultan Mohammed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Emirates Centre for Strategic Studies…
Dubai will not increase electricity tariffs as the emirate expands its alternative clean energy sources, said Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, managing director and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa).Speaking on the sidelines of the World Green Economy Summit, which began at the Dubai World Trade Centre on Wednesday, the Dewa chief said the utility services provider continues to develop solar power and energy storage projects to enhance the efficiency of the energy system.Al Tayer said Dewa plans to establish a number of new clean energy projects in the emirate in the next phase.Stay up to date with the…
Kim Kardashian has taken Halloween inspiration from her own family, dressing up as her 13-year-old daughter North West for the occasion.The 45-year-old reality star shared photos of her costume on Instagram on Tuesday, showing off a blue wig, fake facial piercings and long black nails as she recreated her daughter’s look.Kim also wore black grills, an oversized graphic T-shirt with striped sleeves and silver jewellery, including a skull necklace.She shared several photos of herself posing in the outfit, captioning the post, “Halloween 2026.”Kim’s costume also caught the attention of her mother, Kris Jenner, who commented, “This is so fun!”, while…
Ron Harper knows what it takes to be a champion cager, having played a key role in the Michael Jordan-inspired Chicago Bulls’ three championship-winning campaigns in the 1990s.The 62-year-old is also part of a select group of players who have won five or more NBA titles.Harper’s five included three with the Bulls (1996, 1997, 1998) and two with the Los Angeles Lakers (2000, 2001), for whom a young Kobe Bryant was beginning to deliver jaw-dropping performances.Harper was not the star for either the Bulls or the Lakers. But with his defensive discipline and work ethic, he became a vital cog…
ABU DHABI, 21st October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the friendly Federal Republic of Nigeria, discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations and cooperation to advance development and economic prosperity for both countries during a phone call. The two sides also exchanged views on the latest regional and international developments. Source: Emirates News Agency
DUBAI, 21st October, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company PJSC (du) reported a 10.8% year-on-year increase in net profit to AED2.4 billion for the first nine months of 2026, supported by sustained demand for connectivity and digital services. The company’s revenue rose 6.2% year-on-year to AED12.3 billion during the nine-month period, benefiting from continued demand and a stable macroeconomic environment. Service revenue increased 6.8% to AED9 billion. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) grew 9.2% to AED6 billion, while the EBITDA margin expanded by 1.3 percentage points to 48.7%. During the third quarter, du secured a 20-year…
DUBAI, 21st October, 2026 (WAM) — Eng. Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality, and Hussain Sultan Lootah, Group Chief Executive Officer of ENOC Group, witnessed the signing of an agreement between ENOC Group and Dubai Municipality to explore opportunities for collaboration in alternative and cleaner fuels, with a focus on collecting used cooking oil and converting it into biodiesel. The partnership aims to support Dubai’s circular economy by linking the responsible recovery of used cooking oil with local biodiesel production and enhancing resource efficiency across the emirate. Under the partnership, ENOC and Dubai Municipality will explore the…
ABU DHABI, 21st October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has attended Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit 2026, organised by the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi and taking place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi until 22 October under the theme To Sense is to Predict. H.H. toured the summit exhibition, exploring key solutions and technologies showcased by participating local and international entities and institutions across artificial intelligence and its applications in healthcare, genomics, precision medicine, digital health, advanced diagnostics and…
ABU DHABI, 21st October, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has launched the Health Sector Climate Adaptation Plan (2026–2031), a national plan to protect people from the growing health effects of climate change and to keep health services available when climate-related pressures rise. Climate change is not only an environmental issue; it is a health issue. Hotter, more humid days raise the risk of heat exhaustion and heatstroke and put added strain on the heart and lungs. Dust storms and poor air quality can trigger asthma and worsen existing conditions. Changing climate conditions can affect the…
Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (du) reported a 10.8 per cent rise in net profit to Dh2.4 billion for the first nine months of 2026, as steady demand for connectivity and digital services supported growth.Revenue for the period rose 6.2 per cent year-on-year to Dh12.3 billion, with service revenues up 6.8 per cent to Dh9.0 billion. EBITDA increased 9.2 per cent to Dh6.0 billion, while the EBITDA margin widened by 1.3 percentage points to 48.7 per cent.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The company said the results reflected cost efficiency and disciplined execution as the…