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ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Cybersecurity Council (CSC) and Rilian have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing cybersecurity resilience across Operational Technology (OT) environments within critical infrastructure and industrial sectors in the Emirates. The collaboration aligns with national efforts to strengthen the security of industrial control systems and other OT environments, with a focus on improving visibility, enhancing threat detection, and supporting the protection of critical assets across different sectors. This groundbreaking new public-private collaboration moves beyond a traditional partnership to include the establishment of a joint Innovation and Excellence Centre (CoE) in Abu Dhabi.…

ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the statement issued by the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, reaffirming its categorical rejection of any allegations or threats targeting its sovereignty, national security, or independent decision-making. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) stressed that the UAE’s international relations and defence partnerships are an exclusively sovereign matter, and that no party has the right to use them as a pretext for threats, interference, or incitement. The Ministry emphasised that any rhetoric involving direct or indirect threats to the country’s security,…

When Rihanna stepped into Antilia for an intimate lunch with the Ambani family, the Internet saw a global superstar wrapped in marigolds and sunlight. In one frame, she is mid-laugh, showered in flower petals, bathed in a soft yellow glow that feels almost too ‘Bollywood’ to be real. For the man behind the lens, however, the moment was less about its “viral” potential and more about what it truly captured: a global icon slipping, effortlessly, into the heart of an Indian celebration. Himanshu Patel, founder of Epic Stories, had already documented one of the Ambani family’s most significant milestones during…

ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — During Make it in the Emirates 2026, ROX announced a strategic agreement with Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group to establish the Middle East’s first Advanced AI Manufacturing Centre, supporting the UAE’s ambition to become a global hub for intelligent manufacturing and exports. As a global AI technology company, ROX integrates advanced new energy technologies with the UAE’s distinctive approach to luxury and outdoor lifestyles. The brand has emerged as a strong contender in the luxury all-terrain SUV segment across the UAE and wider MENA region. With KEZAD Group’s world-class industrial…

Dubai Municipality has launched a first-of-its-kind lab in the UAE to detect foodborne viruses, marking a significant step forward in the emirate’s food safety infrastructure. The ViruGenetics Lab, established at Dubai Central Laboratory, uses advanced genomic technologies to process approximately 60 samples per day under normal conditions. This capacity can be ramped up to 100 samples in emergency situations, ensuring that the city is prepared for potential outbreaks or surges in food safety incidents. The facility delivers results within record turnaround times, accelerating inspections and supporting timely, data-driven decision-making based on reliable findings. This speed is critical when dealing with…

SHARJAH, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — Bank of Sharjah today announced its financial results for the three-month period ended 31st March 2026, reporting exceptional performance and reinforcing the strong momentum achieved over the last two years. The Bank recorded net profit of AED151 million, up 30% from AED116 million in 2025, while profit before tax increased 28% to AED166 million, reflecting strong revenue growth and disciplined execution across core businesses. Net operating income increased by 26% to AED241 million, while net interest income grew by 49% to AED215 million. Similarly, Total capital ratio increased by 410 bps to 17.9%, while…

The day on Thursday, May 7, will be fair in general and partly cloudy at times, the National Centre of Meteorology has said. Light to moderate Northwesterly becoming Southeasterly winds will blow, at a speed of 10 – 25 reaching 35 kmph. Temperatures could be as high as 43ºC in the country. Mercury is set to rise to 42ºC in Abu Dhabi and 41ºC in Dubai.  However, temperatures could be as low as 26ºC in Abu Dhabi and 28ºC in Dubai and 21ºC in mountainous regions.  Conditions at sea will be slight to moderate in the Arabian Gulf and slight…

Dubai Municipality has launched a first-of-its-kind lab in the UAE to detect foodborne viruses, marking a significant step forward in the emirate’s food safety infrastructure. The ViruGenetics Lab, established at Dubai Central Laboratory, uses advanced genomic technologies to process approximately 60 samples per day under normal conditions. This capacity can be ramped up to 100 samples in emergency situations, ensuring that the city is prepared for potential outbreaks or surges in food safety incidents. The facility delivers results within record turnaround times, accelerating inspections and supporting timely, data-driven decision-making based on reliable findings. This speed is critical when dealing with…

ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — Special Olympics UAE has announced the publication of a peer-reviewed scientific study in the internationally recognized medical journal, Frontiers in Oral Health, marking a significant milestone in inclusive health research and reinforcing the UAE’s global leadership in this field. Drawing on data collected through the Healthy Athletes programme, the study reflects a structured, institutional approach to leveraging field data to inform the development of specialized healthcare services for People of Determination, enhancing responsiveness to athletes’ needs and improving the quality of care provided. The research covers 656 athletes screened across 10 health events…

ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — TACTICA AI, an Abu Dhabi-based start-up, today introduced its multi-domain decision-support platform to a wider market during Make it in the Emirates 2026. At a time of increasing operational complexity and pressure to make faster, better-informed decisions, the platform is designed to transform fragmented intelligence, sensor, and operational data into real-time decisions. Already active in operational environments, TACTICA AI is believed to be the first publicly known platform of its type developed in the region, creating a new category of operational AI that goes beyond dashboards, data feeds, and analytics tools to support…