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ABU DHABI, 31st July, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Fuel Price Committee has approved petrol and diesel prices for August 2026, announcing limited adjustments in line with changes in global markets. The approved prices are as follows: Diesel: AED3.80 per litre. Super “98”: AED3.60 per litre. Special “95”: AED3.49 per litre. E-Plus “91”: AED3.41 per litre. Source: Emirates News Agency
From home whitening to microbiome-focused oral care, Russian wellness brands are positioning daily self-care as a blend of visible results, prevention and trusted quality Published: Fri 31 Jul 2026, 9:11 AM Wellness moves into everyday life The modern consumer does not separate beauty, health and confidence as clearly as before. A skincare routine, a dental care product, a supplement, a spa treatment or a whitening strip may look like different categories on a retail shelf. Yet for many people, they now belong to the same daily logic: taking care of oneself before there is a problem, investing in appearance as…
My Syria‘, Syria’s first integrated digital super app bringing together tourism, hospitality, lifestyle and payment services within a single ecosystem, officially launched recently under the patronage and in the presence of H.E. Mazen Al-Salhani, Minister of Tourism. Developed by 121 Living with the strategic support and supervision of the Ministry of Tourism, the platform launches at a time of strong momentum for Syria’s tourism sector, with visitor arrivals more than doubling during the first half of 2026 alongside growing adoption of digital services and payment solutions. Founded by UAE-based Syrian entrepreneurs Rami Kaiem, Feras Kaiem, Waseem Qudmani and Kinan Madi,…
CASABLANCA, 30th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Forum for Peace marked the 10th anniversary of the arrakesh Declaration on Rights of Religious Minorities at an international ceremony in Casablanca, organised in cooperation with Morocco’s Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs. The event brought together a delegation from the International Religious Freedom Summit, alongside scholars, religious and intellectual leaders, diplomats, policymakers, representatives of international organisations and civil society from around the world. The ceremony was also attended by the three successive US Ambassadors-at-Large for International Religious Freedom, highlighting the declaration’s continued international recognition across successive US administrations. Speeches and…
DUBAI, 30th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund (MBRIF), an initiative by the UAE Ministry of Finance to foster innovation and support entrepreneurs across the nation, has welcomed the 12th cohort of innovators into its Innovation Accelerator Programme. The latest intake brings together 17 high-potential innovative companies from the UAE and international markets, each offering solutions designed to address pressing challenges and unlock new opportunities across key sectors. Cohort 12 reflects the breadth of innovation emerging across the ecosystem, with companies operating across AI, healthtech, sustainability, water, education, advanced manufacturing, accessibility, and digital infrastructure. The selected…
ABU DHABI, 30th July, 2026 (WAM) — The comprehensive proactive support package to enhance the resilience of financial institutions, adopted by the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) in March 2026, enabled repayment deferrals on loans totalling AED13.5 billion for affected bank customers. A total of 135,031 customers benefited from the measure, as part of the CBUAE’s prudential approach to strengthening the resilience of the banking sector and proactively managing asset quality. According to data issued by the CBUAE today, the value of loans benefiting from instalment repayment deferrals as of 30th July was distributed as follows: AED9.1 billion for…
ABU DHABI, 31st July, 2026 (WAM) — The Muslim Council of Elders strongly condemned the attack that targeted two vessels at Damietta Port in the Arab Republic of Egypt. Preliminary investigations conducted by the relevant authorities indicate that the incident was caused by a drone. The Council reaffirmed its unequivocal rejection of all acts that target the security of states, endanger vital infrastructure, or threaten maritime security and regional stability. In a statement today, the Muslim Council of Elders expressed its utmost solidarity with the Arab Republic of Egypt, its leadership, government, and people, and affirmed its support for all…
New earbuds pair adaptive noise reduction with situational awareness for office, gym and outdoor use Open-ear earbuds have long carried … Source: Tahawul Tech
DUBAI, 30th July, 2026 (WAM) — Mashreq Bank posted net profit after tax of AED4.048 billion during the first half of 2026, up 17 percent compared with the same period last year. Profit attributable to the owners of the parent increased by 16 percent to AED3.955 billion, while earnings per share reached AED19.2 compared with AED16.4 in the first half of 2025. The bank recorded a record profit before tax of AED4.805 billion during the first half, an increase of 18 percent year-on-year, while operating income reached AED6.826 billion. Net interest income and income from Islamic financing rose by 7…
ABU DHABI, 30th July, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, attended today the reception held by Ahmed Tazi, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to the UAE, on the occasion of the 27th anniversary of King Mohammed VI of Morocco’s ascension to the throne. The event, which took place at Bab Al Qasr Hotel in Abu Dhabi, was also attended by Khalifa Shaheen Al Marar, Minister of State, as well as several high-ranking officials and accredited members of the Arab and foreign…