Middle East

Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar among 3 killed by Israel? IDF updates

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed on Thursday that three terrorists have been eliminated during its operations in Gaza, one of whom can be Hamas chief and one of the masterminds behind the horrific October 7 attacks last year.

2024-10-17T13:56:05.107608+00:00 IST

Sharjah Media City to participate in MIPCOM 2024 exhibition

Sharjah Media City (Shams) is gearing up to participate in the international television and entertainment content exhibition "MIPCOM 2024" in Cannes, France, scheduled to take place from October 21-24.

2024-10-17T09:15:09.952183+00:00 IST

MBZUAI to host conference on Computational Linguistics in 2025

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) will host the 31st International Conference on Computational Linguistics (COLING 2025), which is organised under the auspices of the International Committee on Computational Linguistics (ICCL), at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from January 19 to 24, 2025.

2024-10-17T09:02:21.193957+00:00 IST

Indians contributing to our society: Saudi Arabia Deputy Minister

There are 20.6 million Indians currently living in Saudi Arabia. Highlighting the contribution of Indians in the Saudi Society, the deputy minister said the relationship with India is important.

2024-10-17T01:38:41.721150+00:00 IST

ZHO staff participates in ‘UAE Stands with Lebanon’ campaign

The campaign, launched nationwide under the supervision of the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), saw the organisation taking the initiative to organise a donation drive across its centres

2024-10-16T18:18:50.846204+00:00 IST

UAE government, World Economic Forum launch ‘We the UAE 2031’

The UAE government in collaboration with the World Economic Forum (WEF), launched the "We the UAE 2031 Strategic Intelligence" platform to support the goals of the UAE 2031 national vision by utilizing a new AI-powered strategic design model.

2024-10-16T17:51:13.331090+00:00 IST

DEWA grants first independent EV Charge Point Operator licences

The framework is designed to address current and future needs and represents a significant step towards supporting green mobility and achieving Dubai's goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050

2024-10-16T17:49:41.736223+00:00 IST

UAE: Khazna to build MENA region’s first AI-optimised data center

Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Municipality and Planning Department in Ajman, witnessed the launch of the UAE's first AI-optimised data centre and the largest in its portfolio, powering the nation's drive toward AI leadership.

2024-10-16T17:35:40.473241+00:00 IST

UAE provided over AED18 billion to build secure food future, says

In a statement marking the World Food Day, observed annually on October 16, Almheiri said that the pursuit of a food secure future centres around ensuring healthy food for all in strategic partnership with various countries and relevant international organisations primarily through philanthropic aid for needy people

2024-10-16T14:07:49.325017+00:00 IST

Israel confirms killing senior Hezbollah UAV commander

Israel confirmed on Tuesday it killed a senior Hezbollah UAV commander

2024-10-15T18:18:25.840944+00:00 IST

First round of 'UAE Jet Ski Marathon' to take place in Abu Dhabi

Organised by Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club, the event will feature professional UAE competitors

2024-10-15T17:53:43.036762+00:00 IST

Israeli Forces raid terror base hidden in UN run Gaza clinic

The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) continues to eliminate Hamas terrorists and terrorist infrastructure in Gaza. In one case, they raided a UN-controlled clinic that was used by terrorists as a base.

2024-10-15T17:52:02.201752+00:00 IST

Space42, nybl unveil AI solution to boost efficiency

The new solution, the first outcome of the partnership between nybl and Space42's satellite mobility arm Thuraya, under the Yahsat Space Services business division, is focused on developing AI-powered Satellite Communications (SatComs) solutions

2024-10-15T17:43:28.338766+00:00 IST

Sharjah highlights newest digital technologies at GITEX Global 20

During the second day of GITEX Global 2024 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the Sharjah Government Pavilion experienced significant interaction from leading visitors and specialists in technology and innovation.

2024-10-15T17:33:40.247875+00:00 IST

Three Hezbollah terrorists captured

IDF (Israel Defense Forces) soldiers captured three terrorists from Hezbollah's Radwan in southern Lebanon.

2024-10-15T17:26:20.385553+00:00 IST

Digital Dubai signs MoU with Microsoft UAE in AI domain

Digital Dubai has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Microsoft UAE, a subsidiary wholly owned by Microsoft Corporation, aimed at enhancing collaboration in technological innovations and ensuring their effective and impactful application.

2024-10-15T17:26:01.016115+00:00 IST

Netanyahu meets with delegation of chabad rabbis

Ahead of the Sukkot holiday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hosted a delegation of prominent Chabad rabbis and received from them the "Four Species" - the plants on which a blessing is made every day over the Sukkot holiday which begins Wednesday night.

2024-10-15T17:12:27.003627+00:00 IST

UAE participates in 37th Extraordinary Conference of Arab

Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), has reaffirmed that all Arab issues, primarily the Palestinian cause, have been at the heart of the UAE's foreign policy since its establishment by the UAE's Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.

2024-10-15T17:02:17.773120+00:00 IST

UAE Ambassadors to Paraguay, Guinea sworn in before UAE President

Ahmed Ibrahim Saeed Mohammed Al Dhaheri, UAE Ambassador to the Republic of Guinea, and Dr. Al Saghira Wabran Hamad Mubarak Al Ahbabi, UAE Ambassador to the Republic of Paraguay, took the oath of office before President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

2024-10-15T16:57:29.197896+00:00 IST

'UAE Stands with Lebanon' sees collection of relief material

The UAE's two-week aid campaign for Lebanon, "UAE stands with Lebanon", has in the initial week collected over AED110 million worth of food and medical supplies, shelter equipment and other relief materials.

2024-10-14T18:21:14.406828+00:00 IST

UAE’s continued support praised by President of Philippines

During the call, the two leaders discussed cooperation between the UAE and the Philippines and explored opportunities to further develop relations, particularly in the economic, trade, investment, and developmental sectors, as well as other vital fields that support development priorities and serve shared interests

2024-10-14T18:02:44.659072+00:00 IST