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DUBAI, 17th August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Holding’s national talent development programmes aim to equip Emiratis with the skills and experience needed to lead transformation and contribute to future economic sectors, Group Chief People Officer Fatma Hussain said. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Hussain said the “Al Multaqa” Emiratisation platform and “Leaders of Tomorrow” graduate programme provide career pathways spanning recruitment, training, mentoring and leadership development. She said investing in national talent is a key pillar of the group’s strategy, with clear career pathways designed to help Emiratis develop and take on greater responsibilities. Fatma Hussain said…

Gold prices in Dubai gained Dh1.75 on Monday morning as the precious metal extended its recovery, supported by expectations that the US Federal Reserve could keep interest rates on hold in the coming months.The 24K gold price was trading at Dh529.25 per gram at the market open on Monday, up from Dh527.50. The other variants of the yellow metal, 22K, 21K, 18K, and 14K, were trading slightly higher at Dh490, Dh470, Dh402.75, and Dh314.25, respectively.The spot gold price was trading at $4,392.04 per ounce around 9:00am UAE time, up 0.31 per cent. Silver was trading at $65.44 per ounce, up…

Indian actress Ananya Raj, who worked in films like ‘7 hours to go’, ‘The Final Exit’ and ‘Ghost’, passed away at the age of 27.Raj’s family confirmed her demise through her Instagram on Sunday. The actress passed away after battling “physical and mental discomfort” for over a year.In a statement, they wrote, “This is Ananya’s family. With great pain, we have to announce that Ananya passed away in the wee hours of July 15. She passed away peacefully in her sleep. For over a year, she was going through physical and mental discomfort. And she fought like a warrior to…

TOKYO, 17th August, 2026 (WAM) — Japan’s economy expanded at an annualised real 1.1 percent in the second quarter of 2026, falling short of market expectations, government data showed Monday. Quarter-on-quarter, inflation-adjusted GDP rose 0.3 percent in the April-June period, the Cabinet Office said in its preliminary report. Private consumption, which accounts for more than half of the economy, edged down 0.02 percent from the previous quarter, marking the first decline in eight quarters. Source: Emirates News Agency

SHARJAH, 16th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority has launched a new film titled ‘From Khorfakkan, Opportunities Begin’, spotlighting the strategic importance of Khorfakkan Port and the pivotal role it plays within an integrated economic and logistics ecosystem spanning the Emirate of Sharjah and the wider UAE. Connecting ports with logistics complexes, border crossings, transport networks and trade corridors, this ecosystem enables smoother trade flows, strengthens supply chain resilience and expands access to regional and global markets. The film presents a vision that goes beyond the conventional role of ports as points where cargo…

Tenants in Dubai will not have to borrow from banks to pay rents, thanks to Dubai’s Flexi Rent scheme, which will improve cashflow for the residents.Real estate industry executives say that this programme will help tenants avoid borrowing money to pay their rent, as the Dubai Land Department’s (DLD) initiative allows residents to pay rent in flexible monthly cheques.For years, many tenants in Dubai have quietly turned to personal loans or credit cards to raise the cash needed for a large upfront rent cheque, effectively paying interest just to secure a home within their means.Stay up to date with the…

MADRID, 14th August, 2026 (WAM) — San Sebastián Racecourse in the Kingdom of Spain will host the Spain leg of the UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses on Saturday, as part of the 33rd edition. It is the Prestigious Cup’s second appearance on Spanish soil. The Cup series is staged in support of plans to develop the Arabian horse racing industry and to sustain the backing of owners and breeders around the world, encouraging them to acquire and breed Arabian horses. This work helps preserve the breed’s authentic heritage, elevate its standing and strengthen its presence at the most…

ABU DHABI, 17th August, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Saud bin Abdulaziz Al Mualla, Vice President of the International Chess Federation (FIDE), said the Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival 2026, currently running until 24th August, represents a significant addition to the UAE’s standing as a host of international events. He described the latest edition of the festival as a “mini-Olympiad”, with around 2,250 male and female players from various countries competing in 34 diverse events covering different categories and age groups. In a statement to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on Monday while attending the events, he said the UAE is…

Apple has officially added the iPhone X and the 2018 15-inch MacBook Pro to its ‘obsolete’ list. According to the company, products are considered obsolete when Apple has stopped distributing them for more than seven years.The iPhone X was first introduced as a groundbreaking device in 2017 for the iPhone’s 10th anniversary. It was the first phone to feature a “notch” on top of its display, and ushered in a new era of iPhones that were almost bezel-less, according to Mashable.It was also the first introduction of Apple’s Face ID facial recognition feature, replacing the Touch ID fingerprint sensor. Stay…

The UAE’s push towards e-invoicing is emerging as a key pillar of the country’s broader digital tax transformation, prompting companies to rethink compliance processes, strengthen governance frameworks and invest in technology-enabled finance functions. Experts say the shift is expected to reshape how businesses manage tax reporting, documentation and regulatory compliance in the years ahead.These trends were highlighted at the UAE E-Invoicing Boot Camp 2026 in Abu Dhabi, organised by the UAE Chapter of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP), which represents more than 1,000 members working across the Emirates. The event brought together regulators, tax specialists, finance leaders…