Author: Editorial team
ABU DHABI, 19th April, 2026 (WAM) — Participants in the Seventh Strategic Dialogue, organised by TRENDS Research & Advisory through its South Africa office, titled The War in the Middle East: How Sub-Saharan Africa Sees the Crisis, recommended strengthening regional cooperation within Africa as a central tool to enhance collective capacity to absorb external shocks and coordinate positions in international forums related to security and development. They emphasised the need to adopt a proactive approach to managing geopolitical risks by integrating major regional transformations into economic and security planning policies in Sub-Saharan African countries, rather than treating them as emergency…
The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi reopened its doors to the public with the hoisting of the UAE flag, bringing together more than 1,000 residents in a show of unity, gratitude and solidarity. The place of worship resumed operations on April 14, while the flag-raising ceremony was held on Sunday in its courtyard. Attendees included members of diverse Indian and expat communities, as well as representatives from civic bodies, including the Community Development Authority and Abu Dhabi Police. Senior officials, including Brigadier General Hamed Mohammed Al-Harji, Head of the Joint Task Force, and Mubarak Al Ameri, from the Department…
MANCHESTER, 19th April, 2026 (WAM) — Erling Haaland’s second-half strike fired City to a priceless 2-1 Etihad win over leaders Arsenal and within three points of the Premier League summit. Amidst a raucous Etihad backdrop, Rayan Cherki had fired City into a 16th minute lead after bamboozling the Gunners defence with a sublime piece of skill before drilling home a sweetly struck shot. Within 30 seconds however Arsenal drew level through Kai Havertz after the Gunners striker harried an attempted Gianluigi Donnarumma clearance with the ball ricocheting into the net. In what was an intense, high quality affair, Arsenal twice…
DUBAI, 19 April (WAM) –Dubai Police have successfully rescued two tourists who suffered from exhaustion while hiking in the Hatta mountains. The hikers had become stranded on steep mountain trails and were unable to proceed. The operation was initiated following a distress call received by the Command and Control Centre, following which rescue units from Hatta Police Station were dispatched in coordination with the Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services. Brigadier Mubarak Al Ketbi, Director of Hatta Police Station, confirmed that the rescue team, supported by reconnaissance units and paramedics, responded to the incident as drones were tutlised to pinpoint the…
Forget work from home or work from hotel, Dubai is set to introduce “work from park”, with outdoor workspaces opening across the emirate to blend productivity with outdoor leisure. Launched by Dubai Municipality, the initiative aims to transform parks into multi-functional urban spaces that support modern work patterns while enhancing quality of life. The first location is scheduled to open in May 2026 at Al Barsha Pond Park, featuring modular workspaces integrated into the natural surroundings. Additional locations will be introduced across parks throughout the year, further expanding the concept across the emirate. As part of the rollout, the civic…
DUBAI, 20th April, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE national sailing team has departed for Sanya, China, to compete in the 6th Asian Beach Games from 22nd to 30th April. The five-athlete squad features Marwa Al Hammadi, Elyazia Al Hammadi, and Abdulla Al Zubaidi in the ILCA 4 category, with Mohamed Al Mehairi and Khalifa Al Romaithi contesting the Optimist class. Mohammed Al Obaidli, Secretary General of the UAE Sailing and Rowing Federation, confirmed the team’s readiness following a final training camp in Morocco. He emphasised that the goal is to secure podium finishes, supporting the federation’s strategy to enhance the…
A 2.0-magnitude earthquake was recorded in the UAE, according to the National Seismic Network of National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The tremor occurred in Al Halah at 9.15pm UAE time on April 19 with a depth of 3.9km, according to NCM. The latest event comes amid a series of minor seismic activities recorded in the region in recent months. On January 3, a 2.2-magnitude earthquake was reported south of Musandam at 10:43am UAE time. Musandam lies to the south of the Strait of Hormuz and is mainly governed by Oman as the Musandam Governorate, with certain parts governed by the UAE, including Ras Al Khaimah and parts of Dibba. Stay…
FUJAIRAH, 19 April (WAM) — Fujairah’s hospitality sector achieved record occupancy levels at the start of 2026, with rates reaching between 95% and 100%. The emirate saw a substantial influx of visitors attracted by its distinct mountainous terrain and leisure attractions. According to the Fujairah Department of Tourism and Antiquities, these figures highlight the sustainable expansion of the local industry. Officials stated that the surge underscores the effectiveness of government initiatives to diversify tourism products and bolster the emirate’s international appeal. These strong performance indicators are expected to drive further investment in infrastructure and the enhancement of recreational facilities across…
DUBAI, 19 April (WAM) – Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr have advanced to the semi-finals of the AFC Champions League 2 following a commanding 4-0 victory over Al Wasl at Zabeel Stadium in Dubai. The comprehensive win was clinical from the outset. Cristiano Ronaldo opened the scoring in the 11th minute, followed by goals from Iñigo Martínez in the 24th minute and Abdulelah Al Amri in the 26th minute. Sadio Mané completed the scoring in the 80th minute to seal the victory. Source: Emirates News Agency
ADNOC CEO Sultan Al Jaber said 50 days of disruption in the Strait of Hormuz have blocked nearly 600 million barrels of oil, putting increasing pressure on global supplies of LNG, jet fuel, fertiliser and other essential commodities. In a post on social media platform X, he warned that the impact is being felt worldwide, with rising costs ultimately passed on to ordinary people. Al Jaber stressed that the global economy cannot withstand prolonged uncertainty and said the Strait must not operate under threat. He also criticised any form of payment for safe passage, calling it a “protection racket”, and…