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Three generations of Emirati women working in healthcare came together aboard Etihad Rail to reflect on how career opportunities have changed over the years, from a time when women were rarely seen in some medical specialties to a new generation entering the sector with wider ambitions. The group of 30 doctors, nurses, clinicians, healthcare leaders and administrative professionals travelled from Abu Dhabi to Fujairah and back as part of an Emirati Women’s Day leadership journey organised by Burjeel Holdings in collaboration with Etihad Rail. The journey brought together senior professionals who entered healthcare when career pathways for Emirati women were…

WASHINGTON D.C.,27th August, 2026 (WAM) — A UAE delegation, headed by Hamad Al Kaabi, Director-General of the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR), is participating this week along with representatives of FANR and DP World in the International High-level Forum to launch the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) Atomic Technologies Licensed for Applications at Sea (ATLAS) initiative, taking place in Washington, D.C., from 26th-27th August 2026. ATLAS brings together the nuclear and maritime communities to advance international dialogue on emerging applications of nuclear technology at sea, including nuclear-powered civilian vessels using small modular reactors and floating nuclear power plants. The…

IFS and Microsoft will demonstrate how Industrial AI can improve asset performance, field service productivity, supply chains and operational decision-making IFS will showcase how organisations can move Industrial AI from experimentation into real-world operational execution during LEAP 2026, taking place from 31 August to 3 September in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Participating alongside Microsoft, IFS will demonstrate how the companies’ combined technologies can help customers accelerate transformation through a secure and scalable technology foundation. IFS will highlight how Industrial AI can understand the context of complex operations, support better decision-making and act across workflows. These capabilities can help organisations improve productivity,…

DUBAI, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Press Club announced that Pedro David, Chairman of Euronews, will join the line-up of global media leaders participating in the Arab Media Summit 2026, taking place in Dubai from 15th to 17th September. The participation of the Euronews Chairman strengthens the Summit’s international presence, adding a distinct European voice to discussions on the future of news, changing audience behaviours, and the growing impact of technology and digital platforms. Mona Ghanem Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council, Director General of the Government of Dubai Media Office, and…

MoU to offer members tailored insurance, investment and employee benefits, including End of Service Benefits solutions and DFSA-regulated capital protected fundsDUBAI: Dubai Chambers has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Sukoon Insurance, an insurance provider in the UAE, to give members of Dubai Chamber of Commerce access to customised insurance, investment, and employee benefit solutions.Under the terms of the agreement, chamber members will have access to tailored motor, travel, home, health, life, and property and casualty insurance, together with a range of investment solutions provided by Sukoon.The partnership will also promote and offer End of Service Benefits solutions designed to…

Mona Al Marri: The summit brings together leading international media figures to share their experiences with a new generation of Arab media professionals Dubai: 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…

ABU DHABI, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Authority, received Dr. Salem Suhail Al Neyadi, Chairperson of the National Human Rights Institution, during a visit aimed at strengthening cooperation and enhancing coordination between the two sides in areas of mutual interest. During the meeting, the two sides discussed opportunities for joint cooperation, particularly in raising awareness of human rights principles and supporting efforts to promote a culture of human rights across society. They also exchanged views on the important role of national media in raising public awareness and communicating…

The regional war has only delayed the UAE’s net zero ambitions, not completely derailed it as global net zero 2050 ambitions also face postponements, according to Rystad Energy, an independent energy research company.While different countries set different timelines for carbon neutrality objectives, it is unlikely that any of those targets will be reached by 2050, Carlos Torres Diaz, Senior Vice President of Power at Rystad Energy, told Khaleej Times during a media briefing.Regardless of the war, which setback those ambitions, the Rystad Energy SVP said it is “seeing that there will continue to be a renewable energy push, especially for solar…

Kehlani has cancelled two stops on her world tour after a sudden health scare left her unable to swallow and in severe pain.The 31-year-old singer shared the news on Instagram, revealing that she had spent the night in hospital after feeling completely normal during her previous two days off.“After two off days feeling completely normal ive been up all night unable to swallow & in so much pain,” Kehlani wrote.She added that doctors had not cleared her to perform her next two shows.“I just left the hospital & am not cleared to sing for the next two shows. i’m so…

Kylian Mbappe scored a brilliant hat-trick to help Real Madrid thrash Real Sociedad 4-1 in La Liga in Jose Mourinho’s first home match back at the Santiago Bernabeu as the club’s coach.Mourinho’s Madrid made it two wins from two with Vinicius Junior also on the scoresheet, while Jude Bellingham provided two assists as the star trio picked apart their Basque visitors.Veteran Portuguese coach Mourinho selected the same side that snatched a late 2-1 win at Espanyol in his first match at the helm last Saturday.Mourinho said it would be tricky but not impossible to get the team’s three biggest names…