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ABU DHABI, 21st May, 2026 (WAM) — The thirty-first Council meeting of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) started today in a hybrid format. Over 300 government representatives are attending the meeting at IRENA Headquarters in Abu Dhabi, both in person and virtually. Over the course of two days, the Council will review progress on the Agency’s work and discuss collective priorities for the next phase of the global energy transition. Central to this will be programmatic discussions on strengthening energy security through renewables, as well as the role of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), digitalisation and electrification, in…
ABU DHABI, 21st May, 2026 (WAM) — ADNOC has successfully deployed Taurob’s heavy-duty inspector robot at its Taweelah Gas Compression Plant, where it will conduct routine inspections in hazardous environments without putting people at risk. The Taurob heavy-duty robot is now conducting on-site autonomous inspections as the first set of ‘eyes’ on the ground, enabling ADNOC’s engineers to identify potential gas leaks, unusual hotspots and other hazards to enhance safety. Built for extreme industrial environments, the robot is fitted with a wide range of advanced sensors, including 3D LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology and thermal cameras with 360-degree visibility.…
ABU DHABI, 21st May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Government has launched a strategic knowledge partnership with Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) to build Agentic AI expertise across the federal government workforce. The partnership seeks to strengthen institutional readiness, develop national competencies, and ensure the responsible deployment of AI across federal ministries and entities through executive education and specialised capability-building programmes. The agreement was signed in the presence of Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Chairman of the Agentic AI Project Executive Committee, and Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Executive Affairs…
In a world where sharing online has become a daily habit, the UAE continues to treat privacy, national security, and cultural values as main principles protected by law that every UAE resident needs to know before hitting publish or send. The National Media Authority has started a broad media campaign launched across the country targeting media professionals, institutions, and students in the field, later expanding to other entities and the community as a whole, to raise awareness on media content standards, reminding residents and institutions alike of the strict guidelines governing what can and cannot be shared online or broadcast.…
A new brunch concept inspired by the Japanese Maneki Neko, also known as the beckoning lucky cat, is arriving in Dubai this June. Launching at Shanghai Me in DIFC, Dubai, the new monthly “Maneki Brunch” will take place on the last Saturday of every month from 12.30 pm to 4 pm, with its first edition set for June 6. The concept draws inspiration from the Japanese symbol often associated with luck, prosperity, and abundance, with the restaurant shaping the afternoon around a slower dining experience that gradually becomes more lively as the day progresses. The brunch menu will centre around…
ABU DHABI, 21st May, 2026 (WAM) — The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has issued gold and silver commemorative coins to mark the Golden Jubilee of the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU). The issuance recognises the university’s five decades of academic and scientific journey, its prominent role in preparing qualified national talent, and its contribution in supporting higher education and research, while reinforcing the UAE’s position as a leading hub for knowledge. The obverse of the coins features a design depicting UAEU’s historic campus, reflecting its prestigious academic legacy as the nation’s first university, surrounded by distinctive artistic motifs,…
DUBAI, 21st May, 2026 (WAM) — The Circular Packaging Association (CPA) said packaging waste accounts for between 14 percent and 20 percent of total municipal waste in the region, noting that converting packaging waste into an economic resource could generate savings of up to AED1 billion annually for the UAE economy, while supporting emissions reduction and enhancing the use of recyclable materials. The association has been appointed Official Knowledge Partner of Recycling Expo Middle East 2026, taking place in Dubai on 22nd–23rd September 2026. The exhibition will address several themes related to developing waste collection systems, reverse logistics services, improving…
As UAE livestock traders roll out marketing campaigns ahead of Eid Al Adha, Dubai’s Grand Mufti has issued a firm religious ruling against the season’s commercial trends, buying sacrificial animals on instalment and entering prize raffles tied to the purchase. The warning was issued on Dubai’s Direct Line programme, where Dr Ahmed bin Abdulaziz Al Haddad, Grand Mufti and Director of the Ifta Department at the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai, appeared. A local Arabic newspaper had revealed that, for the first time, livestock companies are offering Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) payment plans alongside cash prize…
Following the launches of its Dubai Mall and Mirdif stores earlier this year, Primark is opening another Dubai branch today, May 21. The new branch will officially open at 3 pm inside Mall of the Emirates, with the brand announcing the launch on its social media pages earlier this week. Where is the new store? Shoppers will be able to find the new Primark branch on: Ground floor, Entrance A Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Opening time: 3pm on May 21 The opening follows strong demand at the retailer’s first two UAE locations. Crowds continue across Dubai Khaleej Times staff…
ROME, 21st May, 2026 (WAM) — For the third time in this year’s Giro d’Italia, Jhonatan Narváez came up trumps to land a brilliant stage win for UAE Team Emirates-XRG. Picking up another victory on stage 11, the Ecuadorian national champion made it four stage wins from 11 days for the Emirati squad. Over the tough hills that linked Tuscany and Liguria, Narváez was in scintillating form and would not be denied on Wednesday afternoon, despite stiff competition from Enric Mas of Movistar. The three-time Vuelta a España runner-up crossed the line in second place, with Narváez getting the better…