Author: Editorial team

DUBAI, 13th September, 2026 (WAM) — Mohammed Bin Rashid Library concluded its first participation in Middle East Film & Comic Con 2026, which was held at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). The event offered an engaging and interactive knowledge experience that brought together reading, visual arts, and graphic storytelling. The Library participated as the official sponsor of the Readers’ Corner. This participation supports its vision of making knowledge accessible to all segments of society, expanding its presence across platforms and events that attract younger generations, and engaging with youth through their interests and the content formats that resonate most…

LONDON, 13th September, 2026 (WAM) — The colt Romeo AT, carrying the colours of Wathnan Racing, was crowned champion of the thirteenth leg of the UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses, held Saturday, 12 September 2026, at the historic Doncaster Racecourse in the United Kingdom, within the calendar of the 33rd edition of the Prestigious Cup, on the closing day of the Anglo Arab Derby and coinciding with the celebrations of the historic St Leger Festival in its 250th year. The Cup series continued its run of success and its distinguished presence at the world’s most prominent racecourses, with…

OpenAI chief Sam Altman and xAI boss Elon Musk said Saturday they agree with Anthropic boss Dario Amodei on the need to tap the brakes on the development of artificial intelligence, after several worrying incidents.”I agree with Dario,” Altman wrote on X, adding that his company would follow Amodei’s lead in welcoming third-party safety evaluators. “Dario is right,” Musk chimed in.Amodei on Saturday called on artificial intelligence (AI) firms to slow down the development of the powerful technology, amid mounting worries over the risks of “superintelligent” computer systems. “We must slow the pace at which we improve the capabilities of…

Rising UAE badminton star Riyan Malhan made history by winning the country’s first gold medal in singles at the Badminton Asia U17 & U15 Junior Championships 2026 in Chengdu, China.The top seed produced a brilliant exhibition of attacking badminton to beat China’s fourth seed Zhan Shing Yui in straight games, 15–5, 15–9, in the final.It was a memorable event for the 16-year-old, who also won the boys’ doubles U17 bronze medal with UAE teammate Adam Jeslin.Riyan was over the moon after winning two medals, especially the historic gold for the UAE in the continental showpiece.“Of course, I was the No.…

SHARJAH, 13th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) has completed approximately 90% of a water distribution network project in Rawdat Al Qarat, spanning more than 34 kilometres and costing nearly AED13 million. The project, which began in March 2026, is expected to be completed by November 2026. Engineer Faisal Al Sarkal, Director of SEWA’s Water Department, said the project aligns with the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, to provide advanced, sustainable infrastructure that meets the requirements of comprehensive development…

AJMAN, 13th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Ajman Chamber will participate in the WorldFood Moscow 2026 exhibition in the Russian capital from Sept. 15 to 18, leading a delegation of member companies, factories and private-sector businesses. The delegation aims to explore the latest trends in the food and beverage industry, expand access to international markets for local products, promote investment opportunities in Ajman, and discuss potential cooperation and partnerships with delegations from around the world. Jamila Al Nuaimi, Director of the Member Relations and Support Department at Ajman Chamber, stated that the Chamber’s participation aligns with its continuous efforts to…

ABU DHBAI, 13th September, 2026 (WAM) — Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI), the UAE’s federal export credit company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Euler Hermes Aktiengesellschaft, acting on behalf of and for the account of the Federal Republic of Germany to manage its official Export Credit Guarantee Scheme. The MoU establishes a framework for a long-term partnership focused on the joint support and risk mitigation of international export and infrastructure projects. Signed by Mohammed Tahlak, Director of Corporate Support at ECI, and Jan-Philipp Apking and Thomas Baum, Members of Executive Management at Euler Hermes, the MoU paves the…

SHARJAH, 13th September, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) has announced its participation in the 33rd edition of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, one of the region’s most prominent travel and tourism exhibitions, scheduled to take place from 14th to 17th September at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Sharjah Airport’s participation falls under the umbrella of the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority, alongside strategic partners Sharjah Airport Travel Agency (SATA) and Air Arabia. Visitors to Sharjah Airport’s stand at the exhibition will gain insights into the airport’s latest developments, including the ongoing passenger terminal expansion project, the…

Fears of AI-driven job cuts across the UAE and GCC have eased sharply over the past year, even as artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape how roles are structured, according to a new report by Cooper Fitch.The AI & the Future of Talent 2027 report found that only 14 per cent of respondents now expect AI-related role reductions within the next 12 to 24 months, down from 31 per cent in last year’s survey.Instead, organisations are consolidating tasks and responsibilities rather than eliminating positions outright, with 22 per cent reporting some role consolidation already under way and a further 41…

Aryna Sabalenka, denied a third consecutive US Open title and toppled from the world number one spot she had held for 99 weeks, vowed to come back stronger after a season of disappointment.”I think overall I should be happy with the level I played, and there’s lots of things to take from this tournament,” said the 28-year-old Belarusian, who had looked more than capable of salvaging her Grand Slam season before she ran into the buzzsaw of Elena Rybakina.Rybakina, already assured of ascending to number one before they took the court for Saturday’s final, triumphed 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 in a…