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ABU DHABI, 23rd April, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) reported a net profit after tax of AED3.361 billion for the first quarter of 2026, delivering a return on average equity of 16.3 percent. The bank recorded a pre-tax profit of AED3.781 billion, marking a 30 percent increase compared to the same period last year and extending its growth streak to 19 consecutive quarters. Operating income rose 18 percent year-on-year to AED5.934 billion, supported by strong growth in non-interest income, which increased 36 percent to AED2.196 billion. Efficiency improved further, with the cost-to-income ratio declining by 360 basis…

AL AIN, 24th April, 2026 (WAM) — On the second day of the Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition 2026, discussion centred on strengthening national food industries, creating value chains for local products, and attracting investment in agriculture. These efforts aim to boost the competitiveness of Emirati products and position agriculture and food industries as a key economic sector ready for investment. The day brought together senior officials, industry experts, business leaders, and private sector representatives across four high-level panel discussions. Topics covered the future of agriculture and investment in food industries, the development of local product-based industries, food innovation, and…

UAE skies will be fair to partly cloudy at sometimes on Friday, April 24, the final day of this working week before residents prepare for their two-day weekend. As per the weather forecast shared by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), there will be light to moderate northeasterly to northwesterly winds, with a speed ranging from 10 to 20kmph, reaching 30kmph. Temperatures nationwide are expected to range between 23ºC and 41ºC, with a high of 36ºC and 38ºC in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, respectively. The NCM mentioned in its five-day weather bulletin that temperatures are expected to increase further in the…

After 51 days of precautionary closure due to the US-Iran war, Global Village is reopening its gates on Monday, April 20, at 5pm. Many UAE residents shared their excitement on social media when the news was announced. Here is everything you need to know about the entertainment destination: Tickets Visitors can buy tickets online or on the app before arriving at Global Village. Weekday tickets valid Monday to Thursday, excluding public holidays, start at Dh25 per person. Any day tickets cost Dh30. Children under 3, seniors over 65, and people of determination have free entry. Tuesdays are reserved exclusively for…

AL AIN, 23rd April, 2026 (WAM) — The ongoing Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition 2026 has highlighted the role of sustainable agricultural innovation and livestock development in strengthening national food security. Sheikh Eng. Salem bin Sultan bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Civil Aviation, Chairman of Ras Al Khaimah International Airport and Chairman of OneHive, said the UAE continues to advance an innovative and sustainable agricultural model, driven by modern technologies and climate-smart solutions to boost local production. He underscored the vital role of beekeeping in supporting food systems and biodiversity. The event, which runs until 26…

SANYA, China, 23rd April, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team made a strong start at the 6th Asian Beach Games in Sanya, winning four medals—two gold, one silver and one bronze. Khaled Al Shehhi secured gold in the 62kg category, with teammate Omar Al Suwaidi taking silver, while Asma Al Hosani won gold in the 52kg division and Shamma Al Kalbani claimed bronze in the 63kg event. Abdullah Salem Al Zaabi, Director of Marketing and Corporate Communications at the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, said the results reflect the strong support the sport receives from the UAE leadership and the…

Danny Jenkins, Co-Founder and CEO of ThreatLocker, has written an op-ed on the stark warning issued by the UAE Cyber Security Council, which he believes should make every boardroom in the country sit up and take notice. Danny Jenkins, CEO and co-founder of ThreatLocker, said the findings from a report conducted by the UAE Cyber Security Council should really serve as wake-up call to businesses all over the UAE. The recent warning from the UAE Cyber Security Council that more than 60% of financial attacks begin with stolen login credentials should concern every boardroom in the country. Credential theft is…

The foreign ministers of UAE, Jordan, Turkey, Egypt, Indonesia, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar have issued a joint statement to condemn Israeli settlers’ incursion into Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem. The ministers condemned the repeated violations of the historic and legal status quo in Jerusalem’s Islamic and Christian holy sites by Israeli occupation authorities, particularly the continued incursions by Israeli settlers and extremist ministers into Al Aqsa Mosque/Al-Haram Al-Sharif under Israeli police protection, as well as the raising of the Israeli flag within its courtyards. They further reiterated that these provocative actions at Al Aqsa Mosque / Al-Haram Al-Sharif, constitute a…

DUBAI, 23rd April, 2026 (WAM) — Salik Company PJSC has announced the signing of a strategic partnership with Valtrans Transportation Systems and Services (Valtrans), a leading transportation management and services company, aimed at facilitating digital payment for valet parking services across Valtrans’ network of locations throughout the UAE. Under the agreement, Salik will be integrated as a payment option within Valtrans-operated locations, allowing users to pay valet service fees through the Salik e-Wallet at more than 100 sites, including major destinations such as Mall of the Emirates and DIFC. This will go into effect on 1st June 2026. The collaboration…

Bangladesh has confirmed 30 deaths in a measles outbreak that has spread rapidly across the country, with most of the victims aged under two, the World Health Organisation said on Thursday. In what it described as a reversal of progress towards measles elimination in Bangladesh, the WHO said there had also been another 166 suspected deaths from the disease since mid-March. Health experts said it was the highest death toll from measles in decades. More than 19,000 suspected cases were reported from March 15 to April 14 and nearly 3,000 cases were confirmed in laboratory tests, the WHO said. Stay…