Middle East

UAE: Emirates Foundation, PureHealth to launch Active Abu Dhabi

In the presence of Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs, Emirates Foundation has partnered with PureHealth to launch the Active Abu Dhabi initiative.

2024-03-09T08:39:37.531300+00:00 IST

Former Security Chief reveals missed opportunities to eliminate H

The former head of Israel's National Security Agency (Shin Bet) disclosed on Thursday that Israel had several opportunities to eliminate Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, but Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu repeatedly rejected the proposals.

2024-03-09T08:39:20.433605+00:00 IST

UAE President receives written message from B'desh PM

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a written message from Sheikh Hasina, Prime Minister of Bangladesh, on bilateral relations between the two countries.

2024-03-09T00:42:01.775529+00:00 IST

MBRSG, GCHRAGD collaborate to explore healthcare's role

The Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG), in partnership with the Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue (GCHRAGD), hosted an interactive panel discussion to examine the most effective and practical global government practices that can enhance healthcare access as a key element in peace-building processes.

2024-03-09T00:41:30.467763+00:00 IST

UAE, Kuwaiti collaborate to seize 3,750,000 'Lyrica'

The UAE anti-narcotics agents successfully apprehended an individual with 2,750,000 of narcotic drugs in the Emirate of Ajman. This operation followed the recent arrest by the Ministry of Interior in Kuwait of two individuals at the Kuwait International Airport, who were found in possession of approximately 1,000,000 capsules of the narcotic substance Lyrica.

2024-03-09T00:40:32.264631+00:00 IST

Five killed as parachute fails to open during aid drop in Gaza

After a humanitarian airdrop's parachute failed to open, a pallet crashed into a group of civilians queuing for food north of Gaza City's Shati refugee camp, killing five and injuring several others on Friday, according to Al Jazeera.

2024-03-08T23:20:46.521683+00:00 IST

Rare discovery of freshwater crabs in Israel

The freshwater crabs were discovered in a nature survey conducted by the Society for the Protection of Nature for the municipality of Modi'in-Maccabim-Reut, funded and accompanied by the Ministry of Environmental Protection.

2024-03-08T18:00:17.578739+00:00 IST

Melkamu Jember wins Jerusalem Marathon

Participants in the 42.195 km race included 15,000 soldiers in reserve and regular service, members of security and rescue forces, and 1,800 international runners.

2024-03-08T17:59:08.290886+00:00 IST

Israel sees surge in women’s representation in tech R&D, but gend

The tech landscape in Israel has witnessed a surge in women's participation in research and development (R&D) positions over the past decade, but gender parity remains elusive within the industry, with women occupying only a third of all high-tech positions according to a report released on Thursday.

2024-03-08T09:39:34.939920+00:00 IST

UAE: Ministry of Economy new mechanism to enhance protection of I

The Ministry of Economy announced on Thursday a new mechanism to enhance the protection of intellectual property rights (IPRs) for creative works on digital platforms, and to provide a safe environment from violations for owners of exclusive rights, in line with the best international practices in this regard, in cooperation with the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA).

2024-03-08T09:27:45.195038+00:00 IST

UAE: RAKEZ supports growth of over 21,000 companies from 100 coun

Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) dedicates its efforts to fostering the growth of over 21,000 companies from 100 countries across more than 50 sectors.

2024-03-08T09:25:52.160827+00:00 IST

Rulers of the Emirates congratulate King Hamad of Bahrain

The Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates have sent separate congratulatory message to King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain on the occasion of the Silver Jubilee of HM's accession.

2024-03-08T01:59:38.536983+00:00 IST

Israeli raids on Khan Younis towers spotlights Hamas-Qatar rift

Israeli raids on a residential tower district have drawn attention to a growing rift between Hamas and Qatar.

2024-03-08T01:59:02.426206+00:00 IST

Mohammed bin Rashid issues Law on taxation of foreign banks

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, issued Law No. (1) of 2024 on taxation of foreign banks operating in Dubai.

2024-03-08T01:07:55.587624+00:00 IST

Muslim women in Israel marry youngest

The data was released ahead of International Women's Day 2024, to be observed Friday, March 7.

2024-03-07T18:24:53.755851+00:00 IST

Frauds committed by criminals claiming to be from Bank of Israel

The criminals may send a letter that is supposedly "on behalf of" the Bank of Israel.

2024-03-07T18:17:26.147456+00:00 IST

Israel has USD 207 billion in foreign currency reserves

The level of the reserves relative to GDP was 40.8 per cent

2024-03-07T18:15:04.650084+00:00 IST

International Women’s Day: Sheikha Fatima congratulates women

The IWD, which is observed annually on March 8, is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. This year's theme is 'Invest in women: Accelerate progress".

2024-03-07T17:07:26.330167+00:00 IST

Israeli forces arrest 250 terrorists holed up in Khan Yunis resid

Israeli soldiers in Khan Yunis apprehended 250 Palestinian terrorists in Khan Yunis, the Israel Defense Forces said on Wednesday.

2024-03-07T08:48:38.562288+00:00 IST

Israeli raids weapon factory in Khan Yunis’s Hamad towers

Israeli soldiers raided a weapons factory as operations against Hamas continued in Khan Yunis's Hamad Towers district, the Israel Defense Forces said on Thursday morning.

2024-03-07T08:39:15.531364+00:00 IST

Israel sells USD 8 billion in new bonds

Israel's Ministry of Finance announced that the Accountant General, Yehli Rotenberg, completed a public issue of dollar bonds in the international markets Wednesday with a total volume of USD 8 billion. This was the first such issue since the start of the war against Hamas in Gaza began five months ago.

2024-03-07T08:38:55.979258+00:00 IST