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DUBAI, 28th August, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), has said that Emirati Women’s Day is a moment to celebrate the achievements of Emirati women and the foundations that have enabled generations to learn, contribute and lead. In a statement marking the occasion, Sheikha Latifa said, “This year, its expansion into a month of reflection and inspiration under the theme ‘We Emerge Stronger and Better’ gives us a meaningful opportunity to honour the vision of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak “Mother of the Nation”, Chairwoman…

UAE consumers are increasingly turning to online channels for everything from weekly grocery purchases to electronics and household gadgets, reshaping how brands and retailers engage with shoppers across the country.According to NielsenIQ’s latest Q2 2026 consumer market report, e-commerce remains one of the fastest-growing retail channels in the UAE, reflecting a broader shift towards digital shopping as consumers seek convenience, wider choice and competitive pricing.The UAE’s online FMCG market grew 26.4 per cent in the second quarter, with e-commerce’s share of sales rising from 11.9 per cent to 14.1 per cent. The trend extends beyond groceries, with online sales of…

According to Deadline, Ryan Gosling and producer Jessie Henderson are developing a new live action Flintstones movie with Warner Bros. through their production company Open Invite.The project is still in its early stages, with the studio currently searching for a writer. Gosling and Henderson are set to produce, although it is not yet known whether the actor will appear in the film.Plot details remain under wraps, but the movie is expected to focus on a grown up Bamm Bamm Rubble, the son of Barney and Betty Rubble.The upcoming film will mark the latest live action adaptation of the popular animated franchise. The Flintstones first arrived…

Tottenham Hotspur have signed Omar Marmoush from Manchester City on a season-long loan, the Premier League club said on Thursday, with the deal including an obligation to make the Egypt forward’s move permanent next summer.British media said the obligation to buy is for a guaranteed £50 million ($67.96 million), with £10m more in add-ons.”It feels amazing to be here. I’m so excited to get started with the team and I can’t wait to meet the fans,” the 27-year-old said in a statement.”Tottenham Hotspur is one of the biggest clubs in England, if not the world, and the project was very…

DUBAI, 28th August, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates Environmental Group (EEG), in association with the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy and the Advancing Net Zero Volunteering Team, convened its fourth panel discussion of the year under the theme “Green Infrastructure and Retrofitting: Upgrading the Built Environment for Net Zero”. The event brought together policymakers, sustainability experts, urban planners, architects, engineers, researchers, industry leaders, educators and students to examine how upgrading existing buildings and urban infrastructure can accelerate the transition towards a low-carbon and climate-resilient future. Discussions focused on green infrastructure, energy-efficient retrofitting, nature-based solutions, circular construction practices and emerging technologies, highlighting…

MONACO, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — UEFA conducted the draw for the new UEFA Champions League season in Monaco on Thursday, with the league phase set to begin on 8th September. Defending champions Paris Saint-Germain will face Barcelona, Manchester City, Roma, Aston Villa, Galatasaray, Villarreal, Slovan Bratislava and Como. This will be the third edition of the Champions League under the new format, featuring 36 teams in a single league phase, with each team playing eight matches against eight different opponents. Among the other standout fixtures, Manchester City will face Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona, Sporting CP, Porto, Napoli, RB Leipzig, AEK…

Meta Platforms has recently reached a settlement worth up to $18 billion with 29 U.S. states over child safety on Facebook and Instagram. As part of the agreement, the company will implement new restrictions on how children use its platforms. The proposed settlement which requires court approval would see the company pay around $12.7 billion to the coalition of states in annual instalments over a 10-year period. The remaining amount will only be released if rival platforms YouTube and TikTok agree to similar restrictions on how children use those platforms. Under the agreement, Meta will introduce a two-hour daily limit…

DUBAI, 28th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Arab Media Summit 2026, taking place from 15-17 September, will host globally renowned journalist Hala Gorani in a key session titled ‘How the West Sees Arabs’. Gorani has more than 25 years of experience covering major international events, most recently as host of CNN’s Hala Gorani Tonight. She has reported from around the world and interviewed leading global figures. She is a multiple Emmy Award winner with extensive experience covering international affairs and the Middle East. The Arab Media Summit 2026 will also host a signing of Gorani’s first book, But You Don’t…

New practical guide by DET, Dubai Chambers and Baker McKenzie explains when exceptional events can legally affect contractual obligations.Dubai: The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), in cooperation with Dubai Chambers and the global law firm Baker McKenzie, has issued a practical guide for companies and commercial establishments, aimed at clarifying the legal frameworks and practical mechanisms for dealing with contract disruptions resulting from exceptional unforeseen events.The Force Majeure Guide includes guidance to help companies operating in Dubai understand force majeure – an exceptional event beyond the control of the contracting parties that objectively makes contractual performance impossible -…

ABU DHABI, 28th August, 2026 (WAM) — ADNEC Group, a Modon company, has completed final preparations for the 23rd edition of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX), which runs from 28th August to 6th September at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The exhibition, the largest of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa, celebrates Emirati culture and heritage across falconry, hunting, equestrianism, fishing and outdoor sports. Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Falconers’ Club, ADIHEX 2026 is organised by…