Middle East

Emirates Health Services signs MoU to implement health system

Mohammad Salim Al Olama, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Emirates Health Services, witnessed the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Emirates Health Services and Care.AI.

2023-09-18T00:46:32.898037+00:00 IST

UAE: Al Asayl Exhibition 2023 to kick off on September 28

The 2nd edition of Al Asayl Exhibition 2023 is set to kick off on September 28, promising an unforgettable experience for enthusiasts of horse, camel, and falconry sports. Organized by Expo Centre Sharjah with strong support from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), the event will run until October 1 at Expo Al Dhaid.

2023-09-18T00:46:06.906543+00:00 IST

UAE: Over one million people engage on social media

The national awareness campaign for security and safety at petrol stations for summer 2023 continues to draw remarkable public engagement with the awareness messages being shared on various social media platforms encouraging both users and visitors of gas stations to adhere to safety measures that safeguard lives, and property.

2023-09-18T00:34:09.789496+00:00 IST

FCCI participate in 1st Gulf-Iraq Business Forum

Humaid Ben Salem, Secretary-General of the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FCCI), has called upon business owners and investors in the UAE and GCC countries to capitalise on the abundant investment prospects set to unfold during the first Gulf-Iraq Business Forum.

2023-09-17T17:35:50.441540+00:00 IST

UAE delegation participates in Ramsar Convention

The meeting covered the strategic plans of Ramsar Convention Parties and discussed their future projects and approach to strengthening measures to protect wetlands and biodiversity. It also addressed the current financials and next year’s budget. Several meetings of the sub- and regional working groups of the committee, were held earlier, and recommendations of these meetings were also discussed.

2023-09-17T17:35:21.985939+00:00 IST

Sharjah Bank introduces Screen Reader Integration

Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) announced its success in adapting its mobile banking application with the screen reader service to serve people with visual disabilities as the first service of its kind in the United Arab Emirates.

2023-09-17T17:34:35.638089+00:00 IST

Turkey: Helicopter fighting forest fires crashes into dam

Four people were on board a firefighting helicopter when it crashed into a dam in western Izmir province while battling a forest fire, Anadolu Agency reported on Sunday citing officials.

2023-09-17T17:29:25.283057+00:00 IST

SBA delegation reviews latest media technologies at IBC

The event, organised from September 15 to 18 in the Dutch capital, Amsterdam, is witnessing participation of more than a thousand exhibitors from 170 countries around the world.

2023-09-17T16:07:16.143737+00:00 IST

Zayed Higher Organisation, Emirates Transport sign MoU

The memo was signed by ZHO’s Secretary-General Abdullah Abdul Ali Al Humaidan, and Emirates Transport’s Executive Vice President and CEO of the School Transport Sector Feryal Tawakkol

2023-09-17T15:31:23.723839+00:00 IST

US Ambassador to UAE visits Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Martina Strong, the United States Ambassador to the UAE, and the accompanying delegation visited Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.

2023-09-17T15:17:23.749139+00:00 IST

Libya floods: Search for missing intensifies as bodies surface

According to a report by the United Nations released on Sunday, the death toll in Derna alone has tragically risen to 11,300.

2023-09-17T12:16:54.476973+00:00 IST

UAE: Dubai Customs foils massive drug smuggling operation

This operation is a crucial part of Dubai Customs' overarching strategy to safeguard the community from security threats, contributing significantly to maintaining the UAE's reputation as a secure and stable environment - a critical aspect that makes the UAE an attractive destination for investment.

2023-09-17T09:15:42.511362+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi International Airport trials new Terminal A operations

The operational trials involve playing an essential part in robust simulations that are designed to stress-test equipment, staff and procedures, in key operating areas of the terminal.

2023-09-17T08:01:36.724929+00:00 IST

Dubai Culture offers aspiring talent calligraphy courses

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is announcing its Arabic calligraphy, ornamentation, and gilding courses designed to nurture and inspire emerging talent in the realm of Arabic calligraphy.

2023-09-17T07:42:45.904551+00:00 IST

UAE: Hamdan bin Zayed inaugurates Maritime Developments

Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler's Representative in the Al Dhafra Region, officially inaugurated today Sila Community Harbour and Al Fayiyi Island Marina in Al Dhafra Region as part of a series of marina developments by the Department of Municipalities and Transport executed by Abu Dhabi Maritime, part of AD Ports Group.

2023-09-17T01:11:52.090941+00:00 IST

UAE symposium highlights Andalusia's role as civilisational hub

The two-day ‘Andalusia: A Crossroads of Civilization and Culture’ symposium, organised as part of the ‘Andalusia: History and Civilization’ Initiative and under the patronage of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Presidential Court, concluded yesterday in Madrid, Spain.

2023-09-17T00:57:33.889252+00:00 IST

UAE congratulates Papua New Guinea on Independence Day

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan sent a congratulatory message to Sir Bob Dadae Governor-General of Papua New Guinea, on the occasion of his country's Independence Day.

2023-09-17T00:55:04.544857+00:00 IST

UAE continues sending aid to Libya for 5th day in row

Since the launch of the airbridge on 12th September, the UAE has so far sent 17 planes carrying 450 tonnes of food supplies, shelter materials, health packages and first aid kits

2023-09-16T17:12:41.120699+00:00 IST

Rising thunderstorm activity may accelerate global warming

Israeli researchers have uncovered a compelling connection between thunderstorms and the proliferation of wispy cirrus clouds, potentially accelerating global warming.

2023-09-16T17:11:07.964691+00:00 IST

UAE Ambassador presents credentials to President of East Timor

During the meeting, Al Dhaheri conveyed to President Ramos-Horta the greetings of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Presidential Court, as well as their wishes for further development and prosperity for the government and people of the Democratic Republic of East Timor.

2023-09-16T17:10:46.042560+00:00 IST

Sharjah Ruler inaugurates commercial buildings in Kalba

Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, confirmed that the development projects in the city of Kalba are continuing, which include buildings, roads, and infrastructure, providing various services.

2023-09-16T17:10:19.298410+00:00 IST