Author: Editorial team
STOCKHOLM, 10th June May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, witnessed the signing of two agreements aimed at strengthening cooperation with the Kingdom of Sweden, in the areas of Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Healthcare. The agreement was signed during H.H. Sheikha Latifa’s visit to Sweden, leading a high-level delegation of ministers and government officials. The visit aims to enhance cooperation and the exchange of expertise, while exploring avenues to forge sustainable partnerships across vital, future-oriented sectors. The signing of the two agreements underscores the…
SHARJAH, 11th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The Second Sharjah Award in Public Finance Forum concluded in Istanbul, Republic of Türkiye. Organised by the Sharjah Award in Public Finance in collaboration with the Arab Administrative Development Organization (ARADO) and the League of Arab States, the forum was held under the theme “Public Finance in the Face of Global Crises: Strategic Visions – Present Challenges – Future Prospects.” The event brought together ministers, senior government officials, experts, academics, and specialists in public finance and economics from across the Arab world. The second day of the forum featured a series of specialised…
STOCKHOLM, 11th June May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, met with leaders of the World Childhood Foundation and visited Campus Manilla school in Sweden during her official trip to the country, leading a high-level delegation of ministers and government officials. During the meeting with leaders of the World Childhood Foundation, Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed reviewed the foundation’s key initiatives and programmes dedicated to child protection and well-being, particularly amidst challenges posed by the digital environment. The meeting discussed efforts to create safe digital environments for children…
Meta Platforms recently expanded its collaboration with Reliance Industries by agreeing to lease its first AI-enabled data centre in India as part of its ambitions to grow their presence in the country. Meta stated Reliance will build the facility in the Indian state of Gujarat with 168MW of capacity which Meta will use to “scale its AI infrastructure”. The Facebook-owner explained it is investing aggressively to expand its capacity footprint, and India’s “tech-forward digital economy”, massive user base and the strength of its partnership with Reliance makes it the ideal location. Reliance has identified Jamnagar, Gujarat as a strategic location,…
The issue of abandoned dogs across the UAE is far more widespread than many realise, with rescuers warning that impulse adoption, rising costs, and lack of awareness are driving a growing animal welfare crisis. At the heart of the rescue community is Claire Hopkin, founder of RescueME. Having lived in the UAE for many years, Claire says she “fell into dog rescue almost by accident” after beginning to help rehome animals informally. What started as a personal effort to match dogs with suitable families gradually evolved into a broader mission. “Finding the right family for the right dog became my…
FIX Dessert Chocolatier, the brand behind the viral Dubai Chocolate phenomenon, is tapping straight into football fever with the launch of its limited-edition FIFA-inspired Hero Box. Rolling out from June 11, the homegrown brand behind the cult ‘Original Dubai Chocolate’ is teaming up with Careem for a citywide activation just in time for the 2026 season. At the centre of it all is the FIX Cup Mini Hero Box, a 20-piece collection featuring fan-favourite flavours like ‘Can’t Get Knafeh Of It’, ‘Mind Your Own Biscuit’, ‘Pick Up A Pretzel’ and ‘Catch Me If Pecan’. Each box comes with a scratch…
MEXICO CITY, 10th June, 2026 (WAM) — The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on Thursday in Mexico City, marking the start of the largest edition of the tournament since its inception in 1930. Hosted jointly by the United States, Canada and Mexico, the tournament will feature a record 48 national teams, making it the first World Cup to be staged across three countries. The opening match will see hosts Mexico take on South Africa in Group A at the Estadio Azteca, which becomes the first stadium to host FIFA World Cup matches in three different editions, having previously staged…
BEIJING, 11th June, 2026 (WAM) — New Energy Vehicles (NEV) accounted for a record 62.9 percent of China’s passenger vehicle sales in May, marking another milestone in the country’s transition toward electrification. According to data from the China Passenger Car Association, retail passenger car deliveries in May stood at 1.51 million units, down 22.1 percent from the same period last year. Of them, NEVs stood at 950,000 units, down 7.5 percent year-on-year, but they accounted for 62.9 percent of total passenger car sales. According to China Daily, BEVs were the mainstay, with their wholesale deliveries reaching 886,000 units in May,…
DUBAI, 11th June, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates has been named ‘Best Overall Airline in the Middle East’ at the 2026 APEX Best in Airline Awards, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s leading travel brands. The award was presented at a ceremony in Dublin, Ireland, recognising the airline’s consistent delivery of an exceptional customer experience. The accolade was based on verified passenger feedback, with Emirates achieving outstanding scores across five key categories: seat comfort, cabin service, food and beverage, entertainment, and connectivity. Passenger evaluations highlighted Emirates’ commitment to comfort across its Airbus A380, Airbus A350 and Boeing 777 fleets,…
ABU DHABI, 11th June, 2026 (WAM)– H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a telephone conversation with Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the sisterly State of Kuwait. During the call, the two top diplomats discussed the overall situation in the region. They strongly condemned the renewed hostile Iranian attacks targeting the State of Kuwait with missiles and drones. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah reaffirmed the UAE’s full solidarity with the sisterly State of Kuwait and its support for all measures it takes to safeguard its security and stability…