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ABU DHABI, 29th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 2026 is highlighting the close connection between heritage and sustainability, with participating institutions at its 23rd edition, which opened yesterday, showcasing traditional environmental practices that reflect Emirati society’s awareness of the value of resources and the importance of preserving them, alongside the use of modern technologies and solutions to improve resource efficiency and support the transition to a circular economy. In this context, Tadweer Group is showcasing, through its “Legacy of Sustainability” experience, the connection between environmental protection, responsible resource use and Emirati heritage.…

OpenAI to cut off AI model access for SpaceX-owned Cursor after acquisition, citing contract and terms-of-service concerns, escalating the Musk-Altman rivalry with a planned shutoff date of November 12, 2026OpenAI said on Friday that it plans to stop providing AI models to Cursor, the ‌coding-tool company now owned by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, in a further escalation of the bitter rivalry between OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Musk. SpaceX announced a deal to buy Anysphere, the startup behind Cursor, for $60 billion in an all-stock deal in June, and completed the acquisition earlier this month.”We are making this choice because we…

DUBAI, 29th August, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Water Aid Foundation (Suqia UAE), under the umbrella of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, has received the DIHAD Humanthropy Sustainability Award 2026 in recognition of its outstanding efforts to provide sustainable water solutions and strengthen community resilience against water scarcity worldwide. The accolade was presented as part of the DIHAD Humanthropy Awards during the Dubai International Humanitarian Aid & Development Conference & Exhibition (DIHAD 2026), held from 24th to 26th August under the theme ‘Humanitarianism in Transition: Shaping the Future of Humanitarian Action’. “We are delighted that Suqia UAE has…

Dubai Airports continues to roll out advanced technology and new scanners that don’t require passengers to remove their shoes, belts, or take out laptops and liquids when travelling through Dubai International (DXB).”We are reinvesting in new technology security machines, so you don’t have to take liquids or laptops out of bags. The whole process is getting slicker, quicker, faster, and more convenient. The old days of take your belts off, take your shoes off, and all that sort of intrusion is going to be a thing of the past,” said Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports.Stay up to date with…

The official trailer of ‘Haiwaan’, starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, was released on Tuesday, offering audiences their first extended look at the film’s dark psychological conflict and the intense face-off between the two actors.Directed by Priyadarshan, the psycho-thriller marks Akshay and Saif’s reunion on screen after 18 years.The trailer establishes an eerie, shadow-heavy world built around a dangerous cat-and-mouse game between a psychopath and a visually impaired man.With its neo-noir visual style, high psychological tension and atmospheric score, the footage sets up a suspense-driven theatrical thriller.The film is backed by KVN Productions and Thespian Films and produced by…

England’s Ian Poulter said on Monday he hoped LIV Golf remained afloat next year but was unsure about his own future with the breakaway circuit he has been with since its launch in 2022.Poulter, a five-times Ryder Cup champion, made the admission in a lengthy social media post that came one day after LIV’s 2026 season concluded earlier than originally planned, calling his time there “one hell of a ride.””It would be a real shame if LIV 2.0 doesn’t happen,” Poulter, 50, said on Instagram. “There are players who would love a strong global platform to play on and countries…

WASHINGTON, CARACAS, 29th August, 2026 (WAM) — The US and Venezuela have agreed terms on a huge oil deal that could see Washington take control of more than 65 billion barrels Venezuela’s oil reserves, Euronews reported. US President Donald Trump had announced the agreement on Friday in a post on Truth Social, calling it the “biggest oil deal in world history.” “This Historic Transaction more than doubles American Oil Reserves, greatly increases our Oil Supply, and will substantially lower Gas prices for all Americans,” he wrote, adding that it would also help “set Venezuela on a course toward Tremendous Success…

ABU DHABI, 28th August, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak “Mother of the Nation”, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF), has said that women are the heart of society, a pillar of its progress, and active partners in shaping the nation’s future. H.H. Sheikha Fatima’s remarks came in a statement marking Emirati Women’s Day 2026, held under the theme “We Emerge Stronger and Better”. Below is the full text: “My daughters, the daughters of the UAE… You are the…

Dubai’s 60-day summer festival ends on August 30, with live performances, family experiences, Dh10 dining deals and shopping offers still available. Dubai: Dubai Summer Surprises enters its final days with a packed program until tomorrow, August 30, concluding a 60-day season that offered residents and visitors a wide range of concerts, entertainment, family experiences, food, shopping, and rewards. The closing weekend takes on special momentum with a range of musical and comedy performances, most notably today, with the “Miami Show” at the Coca-Cola Arena. The show features members of the Miami band, Khaled and Meshaal, along with Kuwaiti actor Mohammed…

ABU DHABI, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, affirmed that Emirati women have established a strong presence in the development journey, making valuable contributions and achieving notable accomplishments across various fields. He said their progress was inspired by the vision of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the UAE’s Founding Father, who believed in women as essential partners in building and advancing the nation. H.H. Sheikh Theyab added that under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed…