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WASHINGTON, 20th April, 2026 (WAM) — Blue Origin launched the company’s third New Glenn rocket Sunday, re-flying and successfully recovering a previously used first stage. But the rocket’s second stage put the payload, a direct-to-cellphone communications satellite, in an unusable orbit. AST SpaceMobile of Midland, Texas, builder of the BlueBird 7 satellite, said in a statement the cellular relay station’s on-board propulsion system could not compensate for the lower-than-planned altitude. “During the New Glenn 3 mission, BlueBird 7 was placed into a lower-than-planned orbit by the upper stage of the launch vehicle,” the company said. “While the satellite separated from…
ABU DHABI, 23rd April, 2026 (WAM) — Aldar today announced the acquisition of an industrial and logistics portfolio from AD Ports Group subsidiary Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group for AED650 million. The transaction adds 163,000 square metres of modern, income-generating industrial and logistics space to Aldar’s growing platform and builds on the company’s deepening presence within KEZAD. The transaction comprises three purpose-built, multi-let warehouses within KEZAD’s Al Ma’mourah cluster. The assets are 97 percent occupied with a diverse base of 80 tenants spanning food and beverage, FMCG, logistics, manufacturing, and technology services, with anchor tenants including DHL,…
SHARJAH, 23rd April, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Maritime Academy (SMA) has graduated the first cohort of the SANAD Training Programme, delivered in partnership with the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) and DP World, during a ceremony held at the Academy’s campus in Khorfakkan. The programme represents a strategic initiative to develop UAE national talent in maritime and trade security, combining academic learning with hands-on training in real operational environments, enhancing workforce readiness and equipping participants with skills required for the global maritime and logistics sectors. Delivered over 19 weeks, the programme includes classroom instruction, applied exercises, and direct…
A pharmaceutical breakthrough was unveiled by the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) on Thursday, April 23, with the announcement of the UAE’s first fully AI-discovered and developed drug candidate by a research team at Insilico Medicine in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi. The candidate, known as ISM0387, is a drug that targets an enzyme called PRMT5. It employs a method called “synthetic lethality” which enhances its selective activity against cancer cells while minimising its impact on healthy cells. The compound demonstrates promising potential in targeting solid tumours, particularly aggressive brain cancers, which are among the most treatment-resistant. Stay up to date with…
Dubai Restaurant Week is back and if your “restaurants to try” list has been piling up, this is your sign to finally book that table. Running from May 1 to 17, the city-wide dining event brings together more than 125 restaurants across 25+ cuisines, turning Dubai into a two-week food trail. But beyond the numbers, this year’s edition is really about access, giving diners a way into some of the city’s most in-demand (and often hard-to-book) spots at a fraction of the usual cost. What’s on the menu? First, the value. Expect two-course lunches priced at Dh125 and three-course dinners…
DUBAI, 23rd April, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Sports honoured the first cohort of graduates from the Professional Diploma in Sports Management and Analytics, as part of efforts to strengthen national talent and enhance the UAE’s sports ecosystem. Accredited by EduQual UK, the programme was administered by the UAE Committee for Talent and Sports Support (UAETSS) in collaboration with the Emirates Center for Sports Science and Medicine and Precision Football. During a ceremony held in Dubai, Ghanim Mubarak Al Hajeri, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Sports and Chairman of the Emirates Center for Sports Science and Medicine, and Sheikh…
BEIJING,20th April, 2026 (WAM) — A humanoid robot competing against flesh-and-blood runners has broken the world record at a Beijing half-marathon, showcasing the rapid technological advancements achieved by Chinese makers. The winning humanoid, equipped with an autonomous navigation system and running for Chinese smartphone maker Honor, completed the roughly 21km (13-mile) course in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, at an average speed of about 25km/h (15.5mph), according to state broadcaster CCTV. That was far faster than the top human in Sunday’s race, while also surpassing the current men’s world record of 57:20, held by Ugandan runner Jacob Kiplimo. Source: Emirates…
ABU DHABI, 23rd April, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar is marking 20 years of leadership in renewable energy, highlighting its role in advancing renewable energy globally. Founded by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on 23rd April 2006, through Mubadala Investment Company (Mubadala), Masdar was built with a clear mandate: diversify the UAE’s economy and accelerate the global deployment of renewable energy. Two decades on, Masdar is one of the world’s largest renewable energy developers and operators, with a portfolio capacity exceeding 65 gigawatts (GW) and an ambitious target of 100GW…
DUBAI, 23rd April, 2026 (WAM) — The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) has announced the country’s first fully AI-discovered and developed drug candidate by a research team at Insilico Medicine. The achievement ushers in a significant shift in the UAE’s position within the global innovation landscape, from adopting advanced technologies to actively deploying them to generate knowledge-based pharmaceutical solutions and intellectual property. The candidate, known as ISM0387, is an advanced inhibitor targeting the PRMT5 enzyme, designed to act through synthetic lethality by targeting tumours associated with MTAP gene deletion. This mechanism enhances its selective activity against cancer cells while minimising its…
Dubai-based group strengthens workforce support, ensures business continuity, and accelerates global expansion despite market uncertainty Published: Thu 23 Apr 2026, 2:35 PM MNA Ventures, a Dubai-based investment and business group, continues to move forward with confidence and stability, guided by the leadership and vision set by the UAE. While the global environment continues to evolve, the company remains focused on what matters most: its people, its operations, and its long-term growth. Operating from one of the world’s most dynamic and secure business hubs, MNA Ventures draws inspiration from the UAE’s proactive governance, economic foresight, and unwavering commitment to progress. The…