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UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) has issued a warning on Thursday, April 30, against scammers who use its name and logo through fake calls and websites. Beside the fraudulent purposes of these attempts, the authority also said these scams aim for hacking, calling on residents to use official channels to contact with ICP. The ICP provides its customers, either inside the UAE or abroad, with a wide range of services, including applying for a Golden Visa, Blue Residency, and public visas. For UAE residents, the authority is mandated with issuing Emirates IDs, among others…

Long hours, constant notifications and the pressure to always be “on” have defined modern life for years. But across the UAE, that mindset is starting to shift, with more people choosing balance over burnout. What was once seen as a niche wellness habit, meditation is now finding its way into everyday routines. From early morning breathwork sessions to corporate-led mindfulness programmes, a growing number of residents are rethinking what it means to be productive. This shift reflects a wider global trend. According to the World Health Organization, more than one billion people worldwide are living with mental health conditions such…

TUNIS, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE national athletics team raised its tally to five medals at the 21st Arab U20 Athletics Championship currently being held in Tunisia, with one gold, one silver, and three bronze medals by the end of the third day of competition. Al Yazia Tarek won a bronze medal in the women’s javelin throw with a distance of 32.79 meters. In the hammer throw, Mohammed Adel Al Ali delivered a strong performance, finishing fourth just 2 cm behind third place, recording 61.47 meters and setting a new national record, surpassing the previous mark of 60.40…

SHARJAH, 30th April, 2026 (WAM) — Arada has completed more than 100 million safe man-hours without a lost time injury (LTI) at Aljada, its AED35 billion megacommunity in Sharjah, highlighting the master developer’s people-first approach to health and safety. This monumental safety milestone follows the completion of residential works at the Naseej District at the megaproject earlier this year, with more than 9,000 homes having been delivered across the 24-million-square-foot master-planned development since construction commenced in 2018. Featuring a modern business park, a thriving cultural hub and a vibrant leisure and entertainment space, Aljada is already home to 20,000 people.…

DUBAI, 30th April, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE National Orchestra has announced that “Sing for the Nation”, a special patriotic concert, will take place on 8th May 2026 at Dubai Opera, bringing audiences together for a shared musical experience celebrating the spirit and pride of the UAE. Unlike a conventional performance, this concert is designed as a shared experience. The audience is invited to sing along to songs that have long been part of the nation’s cultural fabric. Spanning from the 1970s to the present day, the programme brings to life melodies that have accompanied national celebrations and defining moments…

The Ministry of Education announced the mid-term break for the third semester and Eid Al Adha for students and administrative and teaching staff will be during the period from May 25 to 29, according to Al Bayan. The Ministry has now approved the schedule for the third and final semester of the current academic year, which specified in detail the dates of exams, announcement of results and holidays until the end of the year. This holiday comes as the first major stop before students enter the final assessment phase, as it represents a short break before important academic milestones, at…

It is the only hospital in the Middle East to offer the da Vinci SP Surgical System for minimally invasive breast surgery Published: Thu 30 Apr 2026, 1:18 PM American Hospital Dubai crossed another milestone in robotic surgery with its use of the da Vinci SP Surgical System for breast reconstructive surgery. This advanced technology helps surgeons perform highly complex procedures through a small incision, leaving no visible scars. The da Vinci SP Surgical system is the only robotic platform authorised by the FDA for breast surgery. Robotic surgery with the da Vinci SP Surgical system is part of a…

OMODA & JAECOO has successfully completed the global public real-world test of its advanced Valet Parking Driver (VPD) technology during the Chery International Business Summit, marking a major milestone in the brand’s push toward AI-driven smart mobility. The achievement comes as the brand also celebrates surpassing one million cumulative global vehicle sales, reinforcing its rapid growth and innovation leadership. The next-generation system is expected to be introduced in upcoming OMODA & JAECOO models in the UAE soon. Showcased in the presence of global media, dealers, and key opinion leaders—including participants from the UAE — the demonstration highlighted how VPD can…

ABU DHABI, 30th April, 2026 (WAM) — Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure and Chairman of the Supply and Transport Committee, affirmed that the UAE’s transport and supply chain system continues to operate efficiently and steadily, supported by an integrated national approach based on proactiveness, integration, and future readiness. Al Mazrouei said, “The continuity of the transport and supply chain system reflects a high level of resilience in addressing regional challenges and enhances the efficient flow of goods. This has been achieved through flexible infrastructure that supports the sustainability of supply chains, in addition to the diversity…

DUBAI, 30th April, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, recently organised an open discussion in collaboration with FedEx, the world’s largest express transportation company, focusing on the readiness of supply chains in Dubai amid current global developments and ways to enhance the resilience of logistics services across all sectors. The meeting brought together 196 representatives of companies operating in Dubai and featured an interactive discussion on the logistics frameworks best suited to the current period. Participants also explored ways to help companies adapt to disruptions in global…