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ACCIONA achieves 20 million safe man hours...
ACCIONA has announced a significant achievement in Qatar, reaching 20 million safe man hours without a Lost Time Injury (LTI) across its water operations. This milestone reflects 917 consecutive days of safety, maintained since February 27, 2024, and underscores the…
Etihad Rail and AD Ports launch direct...
Etihad Rail and AD Ports Group have announced the launch of a new direct rail service that connects Fujairah Terminals with the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD). This initiative aims to enhance the logistics capabilities of the UAE by…
PHRMAG and Ma’an collaborate to enhance access...
The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers Association Gulf (PHRMAG) has announced a collaboration with the Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an to enhance access to innovative cancer treatments in the UAE. This partnership aims to support eligible patients with oncology and…
Teqball makes Asian Games debut, Thai athletes...
Teqball made its debut at the Asian Games in Nagoya, awarding its first gold medals as Thai athletes dominated the competition, securing three of the five titles available. This milestone for the sport, which combines elements of soccer and table…
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Army chiefs of Turkiye, Pakistan, and Saudi...
Military leaders from Turkiye, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia convened in Riyadh on September 25, 2026, to discuss collaborative strategies amid escalating attacks by Yemen's Houthi movement. The meeting was prompted by a surge in Houthi assaults on Saudi Arabia, which…
Paul Seixas impresses in training, drawing comparisons...
Rising French cyclist Paul Seixas has drawn comparisons to Tadej Pogacar as he prepares for the World Championships road race in Montreal this Sunday. Seixas, who recently turned 20, has already made a name for himself by finishing fourth in…
BBC director general warns of potential channel...
In a recent interview, BBC Director General Tim Brittin expressed concerns about the potential for channel closures as artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into broadcasting. Brittin, who took the helm of the BBC in May after a decade at…
Real Estate
Etihad Rail and AD Ports launch direct rail service connecting Fujairah Terminals to ICAD
Etihad Rail and AD Ports Group have announced the launch of a new direct rail service that connects Fujairah Terminals with the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD). This initiative aims to enhance the logistics capabilities of the UAE by…
Business
IMF reports high demand for lending and support under its facilities in 2026
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reported a significant demand for lending and support under its facilities in 2026, as outlined in its recently released Annual Report. Covering the fiscal year from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026, the…
World
Netanyahu defends Israeli military actions amid criticism at UN, labels Erdogan a “tyrant”
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended his country's military actions during a recent speech at the United Nations, where he faced criticism from various global leaders. According to a report by BBC, Netanyahu, who is currently under an International Criminal…
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F5 highlights AI security innovations at events...
F5 has unveiled new enterprise AI security capabilities aimed at supporting the Omani government’s National Programme for Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Digital Technologies during two recent events in Muscat. The first event, F5 Academy Oman, focused on providing customers with…
Health/Lifestyle/Wellness
Arabian Travel Market 2026 concludes with major...
The Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 concluded with significant announcements and partnerships, reinforcing Dubai's status as a global travel hub. The event, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from September 14 to 17, attracted key players from the international…
Sports
Zlatko Dalic aims for winning start as...
Zlatko Dalic is set to lead the UAE national football team in their opening match against Yemen at the 27th Gulf Cup, which kicks off on Thursday in Jeddah. This tournament runs from September 23 to October 6 and features…
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UAE ranks fourth globally in nuclear facility protection in 2026 NTI Nuclear Security Index
The United Arab Emirates has achieved a notable milestone in nuclear security, ranking fourth globally in the 2026 Nuclear Threat Initiative (NTI) Nuclear Security Index, which evaluates the protection of nuclear facilities against sabotage. This assessment included 48 countries, with…
Eagle Hills signs $12 billion deal with Maldives for waterfront and marina development
Eagle Hills, an Abu Dhabi-based real estate development company, has signed a significant agreement with the Government of Maldives for the development of the Maldives Waterfront and Marina. This ambitious project, located in the Ras Malé area, is valued at…
Mohammed bin Rashid emphasizes teachers’ vital role in shaping future generations in new book
In his recently published book, *Letters*, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, underscores the essential role of teachers in shaping future generations. The book, which is…
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Army chiefs of Turkiye, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia meet...
Military leaders from Turkiye, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia convened in Riyadh on September 25, 2026, to discuss collaborative strategies amid escalating attacks by Yemen's Houthi movement. The meeting was prompted by a surge in Houthi assaults on Saudi Arabia, which…
Netanyahu defends Israeli military actions amid criticism at UN,...
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended his country's military actions during a recent speech at the United Nations, where he faced criticism from various global leaders. According to a report by BBC, Netanyahu, who is currently under an International Criminal…
Residents in Russian-occupied Oleshky face burial restrictions as bodies remain unburied since December
Residents in the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky are facing severe restrictions on burying the dead, according to local accounts reported by the BBC. This situation has complicated efforts to accurately count the casualties resulting from ongoing conflict in the region.
Trump, Greenland and Denmark sign agreement to expand US military presence in Arctic
US President Donald Trump, alongside Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen, signed an agreement on September 22 that will expand the US military presence in Greenland. This development aims to address a standoff regarding the…
Air pollution linked to nearly 8 million deaths globally in 2023, costing $8.1 trillion, report finds
Air pollution was responsible for nearly eight million deaths globally in 2023, with the health impacts costing an estimated $8.1 trillion annually, according to the State of Global Air Report 2025. This figure represents approximately six percent of the world's…
US warns of rapid escalation in Middle East war following missile attack on Riyadh
The United States has issued a warning regarding the potential for rapid escalation in the ongoing conflict between Saudi Arabia and Iran-backed Houthi forces, following a missile attack on Riyadh. This incident marks the first time the Saudi capital has…
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EQT establishes Abu Dhabi office to enhance Middle East investment platform
EQT, a global private markets firm, has officially opened an office in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) as part of its strategy to enhance its Middle East investment platform. This new office aims to facilitate investment and client engagement…
UAE ranks fourth globally in nuclear facility protection in 2026 NTI Nuclear Security Index
The United Arab Emirates has achieved a notable milestone in nuclear security, ranking fourth globally in the 2026 Nuclear Threat Initiative (NTI) Nuclear Security Index, which evaluates the protection of nuclear facilities against sabotage. This assessment included 48 countries, with…
Residents in Russian-occupied Oleshky face burial restrictions as bodies remain unburied since December
Residents in the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky are facing severe restrictions on burying the dead, according to local accounts reported by the BBC. This situation has complicated efforts to accurately count the casualties resulting from ongoing conflict in the region.
Heart transplant footballer Jackson inspires England team with his journey and talent
In a remarkable story of resilience, heart transplant recipient Jackson is inspiring the England football team with his journey and talent. Daley Cross, the team's manager, highlighted Jackson's potential, noting that his previous experience playing at Manchester United as a…
PHRMAG and Ma’an collaborate to enhance access to innovative cancer treatments in the UAE
The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers Association Gulf (PHRMAG) has announced a collaboration with the Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an to enhance access to innovative cancer treatments in the UAE. This partnership aims to support eligible patients with oncology and…
F5 highlights AI security innovations at events in Oman to support national digital initiatives
F5 has unveiled new enterprise AI security capabilities aimed at supporting the Omani government’s National Programme for Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Digital Technologies during two recent events in Muscat. The first event, F5 Academy Oman, focused on providing customers with…
Texas Governor Greg Abbott halts new data center permits amid public backlash and environmental review
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced a halt on new permits for data centers, responding to increasing public opposition and concerns regarding the environmental impact of these projects. This decision comes as Abbott seeks re-election for a fourth term in…
