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Abu Dhabi explores economic partnership with Australian city of Brisbane
The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) has organized the Brisbane Forum for Networking and Economic Partnerships, bringing together a high-level economic delegation from the Australian city of Brisbane alongside representatives of...
Watch: Passenger from Dubai held at Delhi airport with gold hidden in bottle cap
New Delhi: Delhi Customs officials have arrested a passenger arriving from Dubai after seizing 170 grams of gold worth over Rs 21 lakh concealed inside a beverage bottle cap at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport. In a post on X on Sunday,...
Manar Abu Dhabi 2025 to light up with global art
The Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), has announced the return of Manar Abu Dhabi for its second edition, bringing a new series of light-based artworks inspired by the Gulf’s connection with light. Running under the...
Turkey likely to be barred from joining Gaza stabilisation force by Israel amid political tensions
Turkey is expected to be excluded from the multinational Gaza stabilisation force following Israel’s objection to its participation Turkey is likely to be excluded from the 5,000-strong stabilisation force planned for Gaza after Israel made clear...
On behalf of the UAE President, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi leads UAE delegation at Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum in the Republic of Korea
ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD) On behalf of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, is to lead the UAE delegation in the Republic of Korea...
Dubai Museum of Art; The new architectural and cultural landmark
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has attended the unveiling of the Dubai Museum of Art (DUMA). The Dubai Museum of Art is a visionary project to be developed by...
Emirates NBD Marks Two Years of NDTI, Unveils Fifth Cohort of Emirati Fintech Innovators
Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the MENAT region, has launched the fifth cohort of its pioneering National Digital Talent Incubator (NDTI)® program. This milestone marks the two-year anniversary of the initiative, which has consistently...
Mered signs up Herzog & de Meuron for Abu Dhabi waterfront project
Mered, a leading international developer, has partnered with Herzog & de Meuron, a renowned architectural practice based in Switzerland, for the launch of its landmark waterfront project - Riviera Residences - located on Al Reem Island. A premium...
Oman resident orthodontist wins back-to-back international awards
Muscat — Omani resident orthodontist Dr Siju George, who has been practicing in Oman since 2003, has once again brought international recognition to the Sultanate with consecutive award-winning performances on both global and regional platforms....
Abu Dhabi to host global 'pledging moment' in fight against polio
A leading UAE philanthropic organisation will host an event in December to raise funds for the battle against polio. The Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity will host the event in Abu Dhabi on December 8 to support the Global Polio...
Watch: Customs seize 170g gold disguised as bottle cap from Dubai returnee at Delhi IGI
Delhi Customs officials at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport seized 170 grams of gold from an Indian passenger who arrived from Dubai on October 25, following the detection of suspicious imagery during routine baggage screening. The...
UAE leaders offer condolences to Thai king on passing of his mother
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to King Maha Vajiralongkorn of Thailand on the passing of his mother, Queen Sirikit. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President,...
Dubai unveils new architectural, cultural landmark DUMA
Dubai has announced the unveiling of a new architectural and cultural landmark - DUMA (Dubai Museum of Art) - which will be developed by leading UAE business conglomerate Al Futtaim Group on the Dubai Creek. A five-storeyed museum, DUMA, is being...
Abu Dhabi launches pioneering regulatory framework for novel foods
Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 24 (ANI/WAM): The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (QCC), and Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), have announced the launch of a strategic initiative to...
UAE leaders congratulate President of Kazakhstan on Republic Day
Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 25 (ANI/WAM): President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan on the occasion of his country's Republic Day. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al...
[UAE Condemns Israeli Knesset’s Approval of West Bank Sovereignty Bills
Abu Dhabi – The United Arab Emirates has issued a strong condemnation of the Israeli Knesset’s preliminary approval of two draft laws seeking to impose Israeli sovereignty over parts of the occupied West Bank and legalize control over settlements...
Disgraced Prince Andrew offered Abu Dhabi palace as he faces losing royal lodge
Prince Andrew has been offered refuge in another country as the scandal surrounding him deepens(Image: Getty Images) Prince Andrew has been offered a completely new palace to call home. It comes as pressure continues to mount on the disgraced...
BRIDGE 2025: UAE to hosts world’s media leaders
The inaugural speaker announcement features international icons including Wyclef Jean, Sir Martin Sorrell, Nancy Gibbs, Joanna Coles, Anthony Scaramucci, Ferial Haffajee, David A. Unger, Alex Mashrabov, Carole House, Chris Pang, Erin Relford,...
Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 launches community training programme
The Supreme Organising Committee of the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 has announced the launch of the Open Masters Games blueprint training programme, a comprehensive training programme for the community. Running until February 2, 2026, the...
Mangaluru to host first-ever International Badminton Challenge from Oct 27
Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru Mangaluru, Oct 26: For the first time in Karnataka, the Chief Minister’s Mangaluru India International Badminton Challenge 2025 will be held at the Urwa Indoor Stadium from October 27 to November 2, with...