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SHARJAH, 28th April, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Digital Department (SDD) has launched the “Digital Transformation Expert” programme, in collaboration with the Human Resources Department in Sharjah, as part of its ongoing efforts to empower government professionals to lead the digital transformation journey in Sharjah, in line with the emirate’s vision of building an integrated and sustainable digital government ecosystem. The programme focuses on developing participants’ skills and enhancing their knowledge in areas such as digital leadership, emerging technologies and change management. It also equips them with the expertise to design strategies and plans that support the effective and sustainable implementation…
Dubai Police have intensified their digital crackdown on narcotics activity, identifying and blocking 110 websites promoting drug-related content, while arresting multiple suspects through six targeted operations across the emirate. The latest figures, revealed during a first-quarter review by the General Department of Anti-Narcotics, highlight a growing focus on online enforcement as trafficking networks increasingly shift to digital platforms. Authorities said the operations disrupted key distribution channels and led to the capture of individuals involved in drug promotion and supply. Officials also confirmed that 90 intelligence reports were shared with international partners during the same period, leading to arrests outside the…
DUBAI, 28th April, 2026 (WAM) — Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, rang the market-opening bell at Nasdaq Dubai to mark the listing of additional UAE dirham-denominated Islamic Treasury Sukuk issued by the Ministry of Finance, with a total value of AED1.1 billion. During the ceremony, he was joined by Younis Haji AlKhoori, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance; Abdul Wahed Al Fahim, Chairman of Nasdaq Dubai; and Hamed Ali, Chief Executive Officer of Nasdaq Dubai and Dubai Financial Market (DFM), in the presence of senior officials from both organisations. The additional amounts represent tap…
RABAT, 28th April, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Founder and Chairperson of Kalimat Foundation, and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Education and Book Culture, oversaw a series of cultural and humanitarian initiatives organised by the Foundation in Rabat, in celebration of the city’s designation as UNESCO World Book Capital 2026. Designed to support children and expand access to learning, the initiatives reflect a shared commitment to advancing knowledge, inclusion, and human development through meaningful cultural engagement. The visit featured Kalimat Foundation’s two flagship programmes. Under the “Pledge a Library” initiative, the Foundation gifted a Portable Library containing…
Sharjah is set to welcome a new women-only beach park, a first-of-its-kind coastal space in the Emirate’s eastern region designed entirely around women’s comfort and privacy. Located in Dibba Al Hisn along the Gulf of Oman, the newly completed Ladies Beach Park offers a quieter, more secluded alternative to the city’s busier waterfronts. The space is built as a fully equipped seaside escape where women can swim, walk, work out or simply unwind without the presence of mixed crowds. According to the Sharjah Department of Public Works (SDPW), the project is part of wider efforts to enhance recreational and service…
RAS AL KHAIMAH, 28th April, 2026 (WAM) — Ras Al Khaimah recorded a 15.5 percent increase in the total capital of economic licences in the first quarter of 2026, reaching around AED11.497 billion, reflecting continued investor confidence and a strong business environment. Commercial licences accounted for the largest share at 62.3 percent, underscoring robust business activity and expansion in the emirate. Industrial licences followed at 19.3 percent, supported by growth in productive sectors, while professional licences made up 18.2 percent, pointing to expansion in services. Agricultural licences recorded the smallest share. This balanced growth is the result of ongoing efforts…
SHARJAH, 28th April, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Deputy Chairman of Sharjah Executive Council (SEC), chaired the council meeting held on Tuesday morning at the Ruler’s Office. During the meeting, the council discussed a number of government-related topics aimed at achieving further progress across various fields and sectors in the Emirate of Sharjah. In implementation of the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, aimed at enabling government entities to perform their roles more efficiently and enhancing…
Dubai’s cafe culture has always been a soft power in the city – a place where side hustles are born and big ideas are sketched on paper napkins. But for Haus of Hendricks, a Dubai-based creative agency, those cosy corners and neighbourhood spots are starting to play a more active role in how the team shows up to work. In response to the current regional climate, the team has decided to roll out a paid “work from your local cafe” policy. “The current regional situation made us step back and look at the landscape around us, both as a business…
SHARJAH, 28th April, 2026 (WAM) — FROMM., the design platform, operating from Msheireb (Doha) and Milan (Italy), has signed a new partnership with Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK) during Milan Design Week 2026. The agreement follows the SPARK delegation’s visit to Milan to experience FROMM.’s activities across the city, including its multiple exhibitions and cross-cultural design initiatives connecting Msheireb and Milan. Through this partnership, FROMM.Lab, the educational and talent development arm of FROMM., will collaborate with SPARK on a dedicated programme focused on furniture and design. The initiative aims to support emerging talent, encourage creative exchange, and create…
Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi have developed soft, flexible sensors that help restore a surgeon’s sense of touch during minimally invasive, or ‘keyhole’ surgery. This allows for faster recovery and less pain, but surgeons lose the ability to feel how much force they are applying through long instruments, which makes it harder to safely handle delicate tissue. The team has designed multichannel soft sensors that can measure a wide range of forces, from very light contact to stronger gripping, in real time. The sensors are made from soft silicone with tiny channels filled with liquid metal. When pressure is applied,…