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SHARJAH, 12th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Institute for Judicial Sciences, in cooperation with the College of Law at the University of Sharjah, organised an extensive panel discussion entitled “The New Civil Transactions Law issued by Federal Decree No. 25 of 2025.” Held at the University of Sharjah, Judge Dr. Mohammed Obaid Al Kaabi, Head of the Sharjah Judicial Department; Judge Shamma Al Salman, Director of the Sharjah Institute for Judicial Sciences, attended the panel discussion along with several other judges. During the session, Judge Dr. Yaqoub Yousef Al Hammadi, President of the Khorfakkan Court of Appeal, Professor Dr.…
UAE nationals travelling to Mexico can now use electronic gates to complete arrival procedures at some airports in the World Cup-hosting country. The UAE embassy in Mexico announced that the facility is available from June 11, 2026. Under this system, Emirati travellers will no longer have to go through the standard procedures at these airports, which will help cut processing time. Travelers will receive a QR-coded ticket linked to the Multiple Digital Migration Form (FMMD), which must be retained throughout their stay as proof of lawful entry into the country. The move reflects the strong bilateral relations between the UAE and…
In a world dictated by unlimited scrolling and screen-time, spending 20 weeks painstakingly preparing for a 40-minute showcase on stage feels almost rebellious. Yet, that is exactly what is happening in Al Quoz this month. The Hive Theatre Festival, Dubai’s largest free theatre festival for children, is back for another blockbuster edition at @play. Bringing together hundreds of young performers across multiple weekends, the festival is a massive logistical feat powered by a dedicated team of 20 full-time employees and 40 teen volunteers and freelancers. Together, they mount more than 60 plays where every costume is hand-sewn, every set piece…
DUBAI, 11th June May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Higher Committee for Future Technology Development and the Digital Economy, chaired a meeting of the Committee. During the meeting, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan was briefed on the committee’s projects and initiatives, including an executive plan to accelerate the adoption of agentic artificial intelligence (Agentic AI) in Dubai’s private sector and strengthen business readiness. Sheikh Hamdan also approved Dubai hosting the 50th edition of the…
SHARJAH, 11th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The Second Sharjah Award in Public Finance Forum concluded in Istanbul, Republic of Türkiye. Organised by the Sharjah Award in Public Finance in collaboration with the Arab Administrative Development Organization (ARADO) and the League of Arab States, the forum was held under the theme “Public Finance in the Face of Global Crises: Strategic Visions – Present Challenges – Future Prospects.” The event brought together ministers, senior government officials, experts, academics, and specialists in public finance and economics from across the Arab world. The second day of the forum featured a series of specialised…
ABU DHABI, 12th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) revealed that more than 12,000 air-conditioned rest stations equipped with all basic amenities will be provided for delivery service workers across the UAE, in collaboration with its partners from various government entities and the private sector. The rest stations will be available for delivery workers throughout the implementation period of the Occupational Heat Stress Prevention Policy, which prohibits work under direct sunlight and in open areas during the summer months, from 15th June until 15th September 2026, between 12:30 pm and 3:00 pm. The provision…
Emirati mountaineer Fatima Abdulrahman Al Awadhi achieved a historic milestone earlier this year by becoming the youngest and first Arab to reach the summit of Mount Vinson, the highest peak in Antarctica. Al Awadhi had dedicated her achievement to UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and to 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). Life came a full circle for the teenager when the Abu Dhabi Ruler recently met her to recognise her…
When Wadha Al Marri rushed her infant son to an emergency department in Abu Dhabi in 2019, his temperature had climbed to 40°C. She feared the worst. Instead of being taken straight for treatment, she says she was stopped at reception and asked for documents her foster son did not yet have. “I offered my own ID. I offered my bank card. I said, ‘Please, just treat him,’” Al Marri recalled. “He was burning with fever, and I was standing there crying.” The child was eventually treated after medical staff intervened, but the experience remains one of several incidents that…
MEXICO CITY,12th June, 2026 (WAM) — Julian Quinones got the first and helped set up the second as Mexico dominated and downed South Africa in the opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026™. Javier Aguirre’s side took less than five minutes to create the game’s first chance amid an electric atmosphere at Mexico City Stadium. Israel Reyes whipped a cross in from the right, and Raul Jimenez got power behind the bouncing ball, forcing Ronwen Williams to tip it around his post smartly. It merely maintained deadlock for a few minutes. Erik Lira burgled the adidas Trionda from Sphephelo…
BenQ Middle East, a global innovator in display and collaboration technology, has officially launched the new BenQ Board RP05 in the Middle East, an AI-ready interactive whiteboard designed to transform classrooms, lecture halls, and modern learning environments. Building on the success of the award-winning RP04 Series, the RP05 introduces a next-generation AI-powered architecture, enhanced processing capabilities, and an integrated collaboration ecosystem that supports the evolving needs of schools, universities, and educational institutions across the region. Powered by Android 15 and equipped with a powerful 10 TOPS Neural Processing Unit (NPU), the RP05 is engineered for future-ready AI applications, enabling faster…