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DUBAI, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Press Club announced that Pedro David, Chairman of Euronews, will join the line-up of global media leaders participating in the Arab Media Summit 2026, taking place in Dubai from 15th to 17th September. The participation of the Euronews Chairman strengthens the Summit’s international presence, adding a distinct European voice to discussions on the future of news, changing audience behaviours, and the growing impact of technology and digital platforms. Mona Ghanem Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council, Director General of the Government of Dubai Media Office, and…
ABU DHABI, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Authority, received Dr. Salem Suhail Al Neyadi, Chairperson of the National Human Rights Institution, during a visit aimed at strengthening cooperation and enhancing coordination between the two sides in areas of mutual interest. During the meeting, the two sides discussed opportunities for joint cooperation, particularly in raising awareness of human rights principles and supporting efforts to promote a culture of human rights across society. They also exchanged views on the important role of national media in raising public awareness and communicating…
The regional war has only delayed the UAE’s net zero ambitions, not completely derailed it as global net zero 2050 ambitions also face postponements, according to Rystad Energy, an independent energy research company.While different countries set different timelines for carbon neutrality objectives, it is unlikely that any of those targets will be reached by 2050, Carlos Torres Diaz, Senior Vice President of Power at Rystad Energy, told Khaleej Times during a media briefing.Regardless of the war, which setback those ambitions, the Rystad Energy SVP said it is “seeing that there will continue to be a renewable energy push, especially for solar…
Kehlani has cancelled two stops on her world tour after a sudden health scare left her unable to swallow and in severe pain.The 31-year-old singer shared the news on Instagram, revealing that she had spent the night in hospital after feeling completely normal during her previous two days off.“After two off days feeling completely normal ive been up all night unable to swallow & in so much pain,” Kehlani wrote.She added that doctors had not cleared her to perform her next two shows.“I just left the hospital & am not cleared to sing for the next two shows. i’m so…
Kylian Mbappe scored a brilliant hat-trick to help Real Madrid thrash Real Sociedad 4-1 in La Liga in Jose Mourinho’s first home match back at the Santiago Bernabeu as the club’s coach.Mourinho’s Madrid made it two wins from two with Vinicius Junior also on the scoresheet, while Jude Bellingham provided two assists as the star trio picked apart their Basque visitors.Veteran Portuguese coach Mourinho selected the same side that snatched a late 2-1 win at Espanyol in his first match at the helm last Saturday.Mourinho said it would be tricky but not impossible to get the team’s three biggest names…
SHARJAH, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) is implementing a package of projects worth more than AED7.1 million to expand and upgrade the natural gas network across various areas of Sharjah City. The projects aim to develop infrastructure, meet growing demand and provide customers with high-quality services in line with international safety standards. Ibrahim Al Balghouni, Director of the Natural Gas Department at SEWA, said that the projects currently being implemented in Sharjah City include the Al Hamah Gas Transmission Line Project, which costs AED3.3 million and extends 9,343 metres. The project is…
Roger Dubuis has never been particularly interested in disappearing beneath a cuff. The Excalibur The Kabuto Legacy, in 45 mm of pink gold, makes that clear from the outset. It has scale, weight and no shortage of visual drama. But once the first impression settles, a far more intricate story begins to reveal itself. This story takes us to 17th-century Japan, to a period when prolonged conflict gave way to a new political order and, eventually, more than 250 years of peace and prosperity. Roger Dubuis has chosen this moment of unification as the foundation for the watch, bringing together…
DUBAI, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Arab Media Summit Organising Committee has announced that Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Authority, will deliver a keynote address at this year’s Summit, being held from 15th to 17th September. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the Arab Media Summit 2026 will feature a diverse…
DUBAI, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE’s 14-member squad will compete in the eight-team ACC Men’s Premier Cup 2026 (50 overs), which will be played in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 30th August to 12th September. The UAE have been placed in Group B, alongside Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and Singapore. The Emirates Cricket Board said that the UAE will play their tournament opener against Qatar at the Bayuemas Oval on Monday, 31st August, before facing Kuwait at the same venue on Thursday, 3rd September. The UAE will then face Singapore at the UKM YSD Oval on Sunday, 6th September, before…
KUALA LUMPUR, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) on Thursday conducted the draw for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2027 qualifiers. The draw placed the UAE in Group C alongside Bangladesh, Syria, Bhutan, and Macau, China. The UAE will host the Group C matches, which will be played in a centralised format from 8th to 20th November. The qualifiers feature 35 teams divided into seven groups of five. The seven group winners will join the nine AFC representatives from the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026 who have automatically qualified – Australia, China PR, Japan…