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KENTUCKY, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) — The second leg of the 33rd edition of the UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses series will launch on Thursday at the legendary Churchill Downs racecourse in Louisville, Kentucky, as part of the 152nd Kentucky Derby, widely recognised as one of the most venerable and famous horse racing events in the world. The prestigious race series is held to support the strategic development of Arabian horse racing, bolstering its presence at the world’s most elite tracks and safeguarding the authentic heritage of the Purebred Arabian horse. This initiative stems from the UAE’s enduring…

ABU DHABI, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) — The National Identity Committee, under the Education, Human Development and Community Development Council, has launched the National Register of Modern Heritage and reviewed the National Identity Values Narrative Guide during its first meeting, chaired by H.H. Sheikha Mariam bint Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice Chair of the Council. The initiatives aim to reinforce Emirati identity as a shared societal value and daily practice, while preserving national heritage and ensuring its transmission to future generations. The meeting builds on the Committee’s mandate as a national platform to unify efforts across sectors in line…

Dmitrii Gartung, Founder and CEO of OneSun. Women have come a long way in how they participate in and are recognised at work. Just a few generations ago, women in Victorian Britain were paid the same as eleven‑year‑old boys, and children often preferred factory work to the exhausting labour they shared with their mothers at home. Progress came step by step, often driven by technology. Each major wave of innovation expanded women’s freedom, mobility, and economic power. Sanitary pads meant girls no longer had to miss school and women could work during their periods. The bicycle gave women independent mobility, access to jobs beyond…

The Central Bank of the UAE on Wednesday held its benchmark interest rate at 3.65 per cent. In a statement, the bank said it was maintaining the base rate applicable to the overnight deposit facility at 3.65 per cent.  The decision follows a similar move by the US Federal Reserve, which continued to hold its key rates for a third successive month. The UAE follows US monetary policy as the UAE dirham is pegged to the US dollar. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Source: Khaleej Times

UAE’s Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) has officially granted approval for EURneffy, a new epinephrine-based treatment available in 1 mg and 2 mg strengths, making the UAE the first country in the region to authorise this innovative therapy. EURneffy is the first nasal adrenaline spray indicated for the emergency treatment of severe allergic reactions in adults and children aged four years and above, with dosing determined based on body weight. Developed by ALK Abelló, the product introduces a significant advancement to the UAE’s healthcare and pharmaceutical landscape by enabling the administration of epinephrine via the nasal route as an alternative to…

SHARJAH, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Board of Trustees of the Sharjah Excellence Award held its regular meeting to assess progress on the 2025 edition and outline strategic priorities and future plans for the award. Sharjah Excellence Award is organised annually by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammad bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah. The Board approved the rollout timeline for the 2026 edition and reviewed the adoption of a new advanced fourth-generation global institutional assessment model. Discussions also covered enhancements to the…

AL AIN, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) and Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (ADQCC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance biosecurity cooperation during the Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition 2026. The agreement was signed by Mohammed Saeed Al Nuaimi, Under-Secretary of MOCCAE, and Fahad Ghareeb Al Shamsi, Acting Secretary-General of ADQCC, in the presence of Dr Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment. Al Nuaimi said the agreement represents a key step towards strengthening institutional integration and unifying national biosecurity efforts, adding that it supports…

ABU DHABI, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) — The 3rd Ministerial Meeting of Date-Producing and Manufacturing Countries launched the ”3rd Abu Dhabi Declaration on Red Palm Weevil.” The declaration was issued following a meeting held yesterday at Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi, with the participation of ministers of agriculture, heads of international organisations, and representatives from various countries concerned with the palm and date sector. The declaration builds on the achievements of the First Abu Dhabi Declaration in 2019 and the Second Abu Dhabi Declaration in 2024, reflecting continued international momentum and growing collective commitment to combating the red palm…

Yaqoot, the digital platform from Zain KSA, a leading digital services provider, has formed a strategic partnership with Huawei, a global technology leader. The collaboration aims to upgrade Yaqoot’s Business Support Systems (BSS), enhancing operational efficiency and enabling a more advanced, integrated digital experience. This partnership aligns with Yaqoot’s approach to redefine its digital infrastructure on more robust foundations by adopting next-generation BSS solutions. It will support a more agile operating model enabling faster response to evolving market demands. The collaboration will accelerate the development of digital products and services and reduce time-to-market, introducing greater flexibility and personalised offerings. It…

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of the Kingdom of Bahrain, who is on a visit to the UAE, in the presence of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court. The UAE leaders and the King of Bahrain engaged in cordial discussions reflecting the depth of the fraternal ties between the two countries and their peoples. The two sides discussed bilateral relations and cooperation, affirming their…