Author: Editorial team
WASHINGTON, 8th June, 2026 (WAM) – Nvidia has signed a series of artificial intelligence-related agreements with leading South Korean technology companies aimed at expanding AI infrastructure and data centre capabilities in the country. The US chipmaker announced plans with SK Telecom to build a large-scale AI data centre in South Korea, with the first facility expected to begin operations in 2027. The project will support AI services for businesses and industries across Korea and is intended to expand into other Asian markets. Nvidia also signed a multi-year agreement with SK Hynix to develop next-generation memory technologies essential for AI systems…
SHARJAH, 8th June, 2026 (WAM) — As part of its strategic vision to strengthen Sharjah’s position as a leading regional hub for trade and logistics services, the Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority (SPCFZA) continues to develop transformative projects that enhance supply chain efficiency and strengthen national economic competitiveness. Among these projects is the Al Dhaid Logistics Complex, a strategically connected multimodal platform designed to facilitate trade flows and provide advanced operational solutions for investors, logistics operators, and supply chain stakeholders. The first phase of the Al Dhaid Logistics Complex spans more than 16 million square feet and is…
ABU DHABI, 8th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has called on users of the eDAS system, designated for attesting commercial invoices and certificates of origin, to transition fully to the upgraded version, eDAS 2.0, replacing the previous eDAS 1.0, which will be decommissioned effective today, June 8, 2026. The decommissioning of eDAS 1.0, and the exclusive adoption of eDAS 2.0, come as part of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ commitment to enhancing customer experience and advancing its digital ecosystem in support of digital transformation. This steps aligns with the objectives of the Zero Government Bureaucracy…
Abu Dhabi Police urged motorists to avoid stopping or parking inside yellow box at intersections, warning that the practice disrupts traffic flow, increases congestion, and raises the risk of accidents. The authority urged drivers not to enter a yellow box unless they are certain the road ahead is clear, stressing that blocking the box can prevent vehicles from other directions from moving freely, and worsen delays during peak hours. Abu Dhabi Police also reminded motorists that violations are being monitored through traffic surveillance systems and patrols, and that entering or stopping in a yellow box junction is considered a traffic…
DUBAI, 8th June, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Land Department (DLD), in partnership with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), has announced that the First-Time Home Buyer Programme, available to all UAE residents aged 18 and above who do not currently own a freehold residential property in Dubai. It has enabled more than 3,200 residents to own their first homes in the emirate since its launch in July 2025, generating residential property transactions exceeding AED5 billion. Within less than a year of its launch, the programme attracted thousands of UAE residents, demonstrating its growing impact in promoting homeownership and…
ABU DHABI, 8th June, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE has expressed its solidarity with the Republic of the Philippines following the earthquake that struck the Mindanao region in the southern Philippines, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the government and people of the Philippines over this tragedy, as well as its wishes for a speedy recovery for the injured. Source: Emirates News Agency
The UAE expressed its solidarity with the Philippines following the earthquake that struck the southern Mindanao region, which left several people dead and injured. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Mofa) conveyed its “sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy” to the families of the victims, as well as to the government and people of the Philippines. The UAE also wished a speedy recovery for those injured in the disaster. Source: Khaleej Times
ABU DHABI, 8th June, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, has attended a wedding reception hosted by Mohammed bin Nakhira Al Dhaheri for the marriage of his son, Abdullah, to the daughter of Awadh Mohammed Al Otaiba, at Erth Abu Dhabi Ballroom. H.H. Sheikh Hazza congratulated the newlyweds and their families and wished them a happy and prosperous married life. The reception was also attended by several officials, family members and well-wishers. Source: Emirates News Agency
The Indian Consulate in Dubai has expressed deep sorrow over a tragic road accident on Emirates Road that claimed the lives of several Indian workers and left nine others injured. The crash occurred when a minibus rammed into a truck that had stopped in the middle of the road due to a technical fault, according to Dubai Police. Preliminary findings indicated that the bus driver failed to maintain a safe distance or notice the stopped vehicle in time. Consulate officials visited the hospital to meet the injured and said they are working closely with local authorities to ensure all possible…
One of Faizal Abdul Razak’s most vivid childhood memories involves a neighbourhood bakery in the bustling Satwa. “I remember when I was in high school, my mother would cook curry, put it in the fridge, and go to work,” he says. At around lunchtime, Razak would hurry to Sun Bakery to buy some bread, reheat it at home and use it to mop up the curry from his plate. Razak grew up in Satwa, flew the nest but returned, lured by its affordability, comfort and no-frills way of life. “I realised that all of my inspiration comes from this place,”…