Author: Editorial team
Smart digital platform accelerates solar project approvals and achieves 100% compliance with power quality standards under Shams Dubai initiative Dubai: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) announced that usage of its Hab-Reeh smart platform for the self-assessment of photovoltaic (PV) solar system designs increased by 17% during the first half of 2026 compared with the same period last year. The platform has played a key role in accelerating the approval of solar project designs under the Shams Dubai initiative by reducing assessment times and increasing the compliance rate of designs submitted by consultants and contractors with power quality standards to…
DUBAI, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police have launched its “Summer of Innovation” event, bringing together police personnel, university students, innovators and innovation diploma participants to promote a culture of creativity, future foresight and practical problem-solving that supports institutional excellence and future readiness. The event, organised by the Knowledge, Innovation and Development Centre at the General Department of Administrative Affairs, was inaugurated by Dr Major General Ahmad Zaal Bin Krishan Almheiri, Deputy Commander-in-Chief for Financial and Administrative Affairs, in the presence of Major General Dr Saleh Abdullah Murad, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Administrative Affairs, senior officers and participants. Major General…
NEW YORK, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — Oil prices fell as low as 4% on August 4 to a three-week low. Brent crude futures fell US$3.11, or 3.71%, to US$80.66 a barrel and US West Texas Intermediate futures dropped US$3.58, or 4.46%, to US$76.76 a barrel. Both contracts fell to their lowest since July 13 earlier in the session. Earlier in the session, both benchmarks had risen more than 2%. Source: Emirates News Agency
There are few sensible reasons to venture outdoors during a Dubai summer. Dining, however, is one of them. On one particularly balmy evening, we headed to J1 Beach, which continues to quietly cement itself as Dubai’s most compelling collection of beach clubs and serious restaurants. It’s a destination that understands the difference between expensive and exceptional. This visit also happened to coincide with World Caviar Day — a celebration I confess had somehow escaped my diary until now. It did, however, remind me of my neighbour back in the tiny Northumberland village of Glanton, whose enduring claim to fame is…
Abu Dhabi-based food and beverage company Agthia Group reported a sharp rise in first-half profit as stronger cash generation, improved margins and lower debt strengthened its financial position, enabling the company to raise its interim dividend for a second consecutive period.The group said net profit for the six months ended June 30 reached Dh121.4 million, up 147.4 per cent year-on-year, while revenue increased 7.4 per cent to Dh2.6 billion. EBITDA rose 35.8 per cent to Dh310.5 million, with the EBITDA margin expanding by 250 basis points to 11.9 per cent.Second-quarter performance was also stronger, with revenue rising 11.9 per cent…
Punjabi singer Karan Aujla’s appearance on Samay Raina’s India’s Got Latent Season 2 left fans thoroughly entertained. He not only had everyone laughing with his sense of humour but also won hearts with a thoughtful gesture as he sponsored a contestant’s trip to the Maldives.Contestant Vijendra impressed the judges with his unique wheel stunt performance. After the act, the contestant opened up about his personal life. Samay Raina invited Vijendra’s wife on stage, leading to a heartwarming exchange.During the interaction, Samay asked Vijendra about his biggest dream. He shared that he had always wished to visit the Maldives with his…
Jordan Football Association President Ali bin Hussein launched a public attack on Fifa President Gianni Infantino on Tuesday, accusing him of “blackmail” and claiming Fifa offered to help solve the kingdom’s problems in exchange for his endorsement.Bin Hussein alleged that Fifa verbally communicated during the World Cup that endorsing Infantino “would go a long way to helping our FA out” after months of the world soccer governing body refusing assistance on various matters.”We pride ourselves in Jordan in upholding ethical values. We did not endorse him before and certainly will not now,” Bin Hussein wrote on X.”But the whole situation…
Leonardo DiCaprio and Jeff Bezos back a $200M Phoenix Species Project to revive 100 of Earth’s most threatened speciesLOS ANGELES: Foundations funded and co-founded by Leonardo DiCaprio and Jeff Bezos have launched an initiative committing $200 million to revive 100 of Earth’s most threatened species, including endangered lemurs, salamanders, pangolins, pigs and echidnas.DiCaprio’s Re:wild and the Bezos Earth Fund are leading the Phoenix Species Project, the groups announced Tuesday. They call it the largest single fund in history dedicated exclusively to recovering critically endangered species.DiCaprio has for years been developing the idea of a major concerted effort to help species…
NTT recently invested in a deep-tech start-up named OptQC, with the end goal of this collaboration to advance joint research into quantum computing. The companies are working to deliver a 1 million-qubit quantum computer within the next five-years which could be used in industries including finance, manufacturing, pharmaceutical development, energy optimisation and advanced AI. NTT president and CEO Akira Shimada said the capital and business alliance with OptQC covers the research, development and launch of quantum machinery with the “potential to contribute to solving a wide range of social challenges”. OptQC representative director and CEO Kan Takase said joint discussions…
ABU DHABI, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Mubadala Excellence Programme has announced the renewal of its support for Emirati powerboat racer Alia Abdulsalam Fairooz, reaffirming its commitment to developing national talent and empowering athletes to compete at the highest international levels. The programme provides comprehensive technical and logistical support through physical and technical preparation programmes, training camps in Norway, and participation in the 2026 UIM F4 Powerboat World Championship, including the round in Italy from 7–9 August, followed by the Norway Grand Prix in Drammen from 21–23 August. The programme also focuses on enhancing athletic performance through sports data…