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ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal has brought the case of an illicit weapons and ammunition trafficking and money laundering network to a close, convicting several defendants in a case that revealed a network in which arms deals, commercial companies, bank transfers and cash payments were intertwined in the supply of weapons, ammunition and military equipment to the Sudanese Army and the concealment of the true nature, sources and destinations of the funds. Those sentenced to life imprisonment are Rashid Omar Abdul Qadir Ali; Salah Abdullah Mohammed Mohammed Saleh, known as Salah Gosh; Ahmed Abdullah, known as…

ABU DHABI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — Louvre Abu Dhabi and LITO Masters announced the release of a unique collection of limited-edition prints, bringing some of the world’s most celebrated masterpieces directly into collectors’ homes. The launch features official reproductions of works from the museum’s collection by Fragonard, Renoir, Mondrian, Hokusai and Kandinsky along with pieces by other iconic artists. Each painting has been meticulously recreated using LITO’s patented 3D Hi-Rnd© technology, faithfully reproducing every brushstroke, texture, and nuance of the original artwork. By capturing both the colours and the relief of the paintings, this process allows collectors to experience…

Russian singer Jony is heading to Dubai for a solo concert at Coca-Cola Arena on November 4, bringing some of his biggest hits to the UAE. The singer, known for his mix of R&B and pop music, will take the stage at 9pm for a performance featuring songs from throughout his career. Fans can expect to hear tracks including Kamin, Kometa, Alleya, Titry, Love Your Voice, Nikak and Ty Besposhchadna. Jony has built a following through his emotional lyrics and distinctive vocals, with his music gaining billions of streams across various platforms. The singer has also received several awards over the years, including recognition at the Muz-TV Awards,…

Dilip Kumar, President, Technology Solutions, NTT DATA, Inc. NTT DATA, a global leader in AI, digital business and technology services, today announced the global expansion of NTT DATA AI Factories, which provide hands-on environments where organisations can determine how priority AI use cases can be deployed, secured, governed and operated at scale. The environments help business and technology leaders evaluate AI workloads against real-world requirements including infrastructure architecture, performance, workload placement and cost. NTT DATA’s market research shows enterprise leaders want greater confidence about performance and business value before scaling AI investments. For many organisations, the shift from AI pilots…

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde announced her resignation on Thursday, ending months of speculation about her future at a complex juncture for Europe and the ECB.Lagarde will step down on February 7, giving current European Union leaders time to pick a successor well before a French presidential election that polls show far-right candidate Marine Le Pen is favourite to win.”European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde today informed the Governing Council and the President of the European Council António Costa that she will step down from her position on 7 February 2027,” the ECB said in a press release.The former…

Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas celebrated Karwa Chauth in the US with her family, offering fans a glimpse into the intimate festivities through a series of Instagram stories.The actor shared special moments from the occasion, which included a sweet mehendi design, adorable family moments and a picture with her husband, Nick Jonas, after what appeared to be the completion of the traditional ritual.In one of her Instagram stories, Priyanka showcased a DIY mehendi design on her palm, featuring the initials ‘NJ’ for Nick Jonas and ‘MM’ for their daughter, Malti Marie.Priyanka also shared a heartwarming picture of Nick spending time with…

Global superstar Jake Paul is all set to begin the next chapter of his life with a professional fight in Dubai, Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) announced on Thursday.The popular American YouTuber-turned-boxer will enter the ring in Dubai on December 24, just one year after suffering a broken jaw in his last fight against Anthony Joshua, the British superstar and a former two-time unified heavyweight world champion.Eager to bounce back with a victory, the 29-year-old now can’t wait for his Dubai debut in the Christmas Eve showdown.“I’m hungrier than ever, and on Thursday, December 24, I’m returning to the ring in…

DUBAI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — Nasdaq Dubai today celebrated the listing of a US$500 million Sukuk issued by Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) through SIB Sukuk Company III Limited, following a market opening bell ringing ceremony at Nasdaq Dubai. The five-year Senior Unsecured Sukuk carries a profit rate of 5.850 percent, matures in September 2031, and attracted orders of US$1.3 billion from regional and international institutional investors. Priced at 105 basis points over five-year US Treasuries, the Sukuk is rated A- by S&P Global Ratings and is dual-listed on Nasdaq Dubai and Euronext Dublin. SIB has listed 11 Sukuk issuances…

Mayar El Shorbagy of Egypt was crowned champion of the Arab Reading Challenge 2026 during the closing ceremony held in Dubai after a competition that brought together six reading champions from across the Arab world. Palestinian student Ghazal Tayem secured second place, while Saudi student Rayan Al-Sukari came third. The results were announced in a festive atmosphere following the final evaluation round, in which the six contestants appeared before a live audience. Each contestant was given one minute to answer a direct question before the audience participated in selecting the champion most deserving of the title. Mayar El Shorbagy achieved…

Emirates Skywards, the loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, is giving members more reasons to explore the world this winter with special offers across its global network of hotel, holiday and car rental partners.From now until 30 November 2026, members can earn double Skywards Miles on hotel stays and car rentals with participating partners, as well as 50% bonus Miles on Emirates Skywards Hotels and Emirates Holidays packages. Members can also enjoy 25% bonus Miles when converting their ALL Accor Reward points into Skywards Miles.Whether planning a festive family getaway, a winter escape or a long-awaited holiday, members can make…