Author: Editorial team
Residents of congested, sprawling cities are spending more time in their vehicles. There is even global research to support this theory — in 2025, the car marketplace Autotrader surveyed car users from 17 countries to find out the amount of time they spent in their vehicles. According to its website, South Africa topped the list, with motorists spending ‘10 days, 4 hours and 48 minutes annually commuting to and from work’, followed by India. While some hate long commutes, others look at it as a chance to dive into work or just enjoy a few minutes of solitude…
ABU DHABI, 26th August (WAM) — The UAE national judo team opens its Lausanne Grand Slam campaign on Saturday, featuring Karim Abdel Latif and Naji Yazbek (-73kg), alongside Giorgi Elbakiev (-81kg). The event, running from 26th to 30th August, features over 530 judokas from 78 countries, including a 10-member refugee team. Notably, the edition introduces competitions for People of Determination to promote societal inclusion and equal opportunity. Following tomorrow’s draw, the tournament begins Friday with lightweight events. The UAE completes its participation on Sunday with Aram Grigorian and Talal Shafili (-90kg), Omar Maarouf (+100kg), and Eliza Litev (women’s -78kg). Source:…
ABU DHABI, 21st August, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Mother of the Nation, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF) and under the directives of Sheikha Fatima bint Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairwoman of the Board of Directors of the Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy, and Chairwoman of Abu Dhabi Ladies Club and Al Ain Ladies Club, the Fatima Bint Mubarak Academy Volleyball Cup for Ladies 2026 got under way in Abu Dhabi…
SÃO JOSÉ, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — EDGE Group, a UAE-based advanced technology and defence group, and the Brazilian Army, through the Cyber Defence Command (ComDCiber), will establish a Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence (COE), the first institution of its kind in Latin America to operate under a tripartite model bringing together government, industry, and academia. The initiative reflects an equal, strategic commitment between the two founding institutions to establish a permanent, internationally benchmarked organisation serving Brazil’s cybersecurity requirements and contribute to the wider region. Both founding partners will make direct investments in the institution, reinforcing their commitment to its…
SHARJAH, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — Rubu’ Qarn for Creating Future Leaders and Innovators, in collaboration with the UAE Board on Books for Young People (UAEBBY), concluded the second edition of its “Mujawara” programme (Rubu’ Qarn Creative Writing Programme) within the Literature and Languages track. After four days of intensive training, participants from Sharjah Youth and Sajaya Young Ladies of Sharjah presented writing projects that demonstrated remarkable development in their creative skills and their ability to construct complete literary texts. The programme adopted a progressive training methodology that began with diagnosis and assessment of each participant’s initial level, then progressed…
For many affluent UAE families, university planning still begins in the final years of school, when application deadlines loom and admission essays need to be written. Yet, education leaders and university admissions specialists say that approach is increasingly outdated. As competition intensifies for places at Ivy League institutions, Oxbridge colleges and other highly selective universities worldwide, the most successful applicants are often those who have spent years building a strong academic foundation, exploring their interests and developing a distinctive personal story. The shift reflects a broader transformation in global admissions. Universities are no longer simply rewarding students with the highest…
DUBAI, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — The fourth edition of the GPRC Summit opened today in Dubai under the theme “Driving Success: Integrating GRC with Strategy Execution in a Hyperconnected World”, bringing together more than 800 senior officials and specialised experts from the UAE and around the world. The two-day summit brings together government and executive leaders and international experts to discuss the rapid transformations taking place across governance, risk, compliance and performance, while highlighting the growing role of artificial intelligence in reshaping risk management, compliance, decision-making and institutional resilience. The first day featured the participation of Dr. Mohamed Al…
DUBAI, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced the establishment of the Uzbekistan Business Council. The new council aims to strengthen cooperation between the business communities in Dubai and Uzbekistan, support the growth of trade and investment ties, and expand opportunities for collaboration across diverse sectors. During the council’s inaugural meeting, held at Dubai Chambers’ headquarters, participants explored ways to develop new business opportunities and advance mutual investments. Discussions also focused on strengthening connections between Uzbek companies and their counterparts in Dubai, facilitating the…
Saudi Aramco has offered more oil for loading outside the Strait of Hormuz in September, four sources with knowledge of the matter said on Wednesday, after the producer sold at least 4 million barrels to China this month.Shipping data indicates that Aramco has resorted to shuttling cargoes aboard tankers with their trackers switched off to evade attacks during transit through the strait, which was used by a fifth of the world’s oil and gas before the U.S.-Iran war broke out on February 28.Aramco has declined to comment.Aramco has started a sales process for Arab Medium and Arab Heavy crude with…
Jewellery brand GIVA has withdrawn its recent advertisement featuring actor Kriti Sanon after it drew concerns, saying that hurting religious or cultural sentiments was never its intention.In a statement shared on Instagram, GIVA said it has the “highest regard and deep respect” for Indian culture, traditions and festivals.”We have the highest regard and deep respect for Indian culture, traditions and festivals. As a brand, we have always believed in celebrating these joyous moments with the entire family and this time we wanted to extend the love and celebration to our pets,” the brand said.GIVA said that if its recent advertisement…