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Dubai: Online insults and defamation can lead to imprisonment and fines of up to AED 500,000 under UAE law, according to a warning issued as part of the nationwide “The UAE Is Safe with Your Digital Awareness” campaign. The campaign is urging social media users to think carefully before posting comments that could hurt, ridicule or offend others, emphasising that everyone is responsible for the words they share online. The message was delivered through an awareness video published during Cybersecurity Awareness Month, observed annually in October. Launched by the UAE Ministry of Interior in cooperation with Dubai Police and the…

DUBAI, 19th October, 2026 (WAM) — Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and the patronage of H.H .Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is organising the 28th edition of the Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX), which is set to begin tomorrow at the Dubai World Trade Centre. WETEX 2026 has attracted 60 sponsors and 23 partners and supporters, as well as 3,000 companies from 60 countries,…

DUBAI, 19th October, 2026 (WAM) — Rory McIlroy will return to Emirates Golf Club in January in search of a record-extending fifth Dallah Trophy, after confirming his place at the 2027 Hero Dubai Desert Classic, which takes place from 21–24 January. The World Number Two and career Grand Slam winner is now a six-time Major champion, having successfully defended his Masters title at Augusta National in April. He became only the fourth player to win back-to-back green jackets, after Jack Nicklaus, Sir Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods, and drew level with Faldo’s tally of six Majors. It capped a remarkable…

Fourteen major financial institutions, collectively managing over $5 trillion in assets under management, have made plans during the first half of 2026 to set up in Abu Dhabi Global Market, its chairman said.The emirate’s economy grew by 7 per cent in 2025, with non-oil economy increasing by 8 per cent and contributing more than half of the total GDP, Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADGM, said during the Abu Dhabi Investment Forum in London on Thursday.Previously, ADGM reported that firms which established operations during the same period collectively oversaw more than $2.1 trillion in global assets.“Abu Dhabi has long-term…

Hollywood star Scarlett Johansson has praised her long-standing professional and personal rapport with Sam Rockwell, saying their friendship and mutual admiration have helped them develop “great chemistry” across three films, including their upcoming animated feature Ray Gunn.Speaking to People magazine at the recent London Film Festival premiere of Ray Gunn, Johansson discussed her experience working with Rockwell, with whom she previously shared the screen in Iron Man 2 (2010) and Jojo Rabbit (2019).The upcoming film marks their third collaboration, with both actors lending their voices to the Netflix animated project.“Oh, I love Sam. I mean, he’s one of my favourite…

Elina Svitolina announced on Monday she is divorcing fellow tennis star Gael Monfils after five years of marriage.Ukraine’s Svitolina, the world number six, married French player Monfils in July 2021 and they have a four-year-old daughter together.”I need to find my way back to myself and I cannot do that within our marriage,” the 32-year-old Svitolina said in a social media post.”It is the hardest truth I have ever had to face and the hardest thing I have ever had to tell the person I love.”Monfils, 40, retired from tennis earlier this month, despite having been expected to make farewell…

Home UAE Al Ameen Forum 2026 to explore family’s role as first line of defence in community security Forum held under the patronage of Ahmed bin Mohammed will bring together government leaders, experts, parents and young people on 22 October Emirates247 Published: 19 October 2026, 15:13 (UAE)2 min read The Al Ameen Forum brings together decision-makers and representatives from security, military, educational, social and technology institutions, alongside researchers, experts, parents and young people. Source: Emirates 24|7

DUBAI, 19th October, 2026 (WAM) — Nasdaq Dubai welcomed the secondary listing of two sovereign bond issuances totaling USD 1.55 billion by the Republic of the Congo, as the first sovereign issuer from Africa to list securities on Nasdaq Dubai. The listing enhances the visibility of the Republic’s sovereign debt profile among Middle Eastern and global institutional investors while deepening financial sector collaboration between the UAE and the Republic of the Congo. The listings include: • USD 700 million 9.500% Amortising Notes due 17 February 2035 • USD 850 million 9.500% Amortising Notes due 26 May 2036 By completing a…

Home UAE Dubai Opera marks 10 years with plans to expand performances and regional voices President Lara Ewing outlines the vision for Dubai Opera’s next decade, with a focus on audience-led growth, cultural diversity and a broader programme of performances. By Diana AyoubPublished: 19 October 2026, 14:20 (UAE)4 min read Over the course of 10 years, the cultural venue has established itself as one of Dubai’s most prominent landmarks, benefiting from a city that continues to grow and reinvent itself. As Dubai Opera enters a new decade, it is looking to expand its presence and influence, building on the legacy…

Abu Dhabi: Etihad Airways has announced the cancellation of flights between Abu Dhabi and Dammam, Riyadh and Jeddah until Saturday, October 24.The airline said on its website that all flights between Abu Dhabi and Dammam, as well as between Abu Dhabi and Riyadh, have been cancelled until October 24.For services between Abu Dhabi and Jeddah, the cancellations include flights EY601 and EY603 from Abu Dhabi to Jeddah, and EY602 and EY604 from Jeddah to Abu Dhabi, until the same date.Etihad said the situation remains fluid and that further changes to flight schedules are possible. Passengers have been advised to check…