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DUBAI, 10th July, 2026 (WAM) — The MENA Golf Tour has confirmed that its leading players will earn exemptions into the Second Stage of the DP World Tour Qualifying School in 2026, in a move that significantly strengthens the Tour’s standing as a route to the upper reaches of the professional game. The exemption takes the leading three players in the MENA Golf Tour’s final 2025/26 Rankings, to a limit of 10th place and not otherwise eligible, straight into the Second Stage of the DP World Tour Qualifying School, bypassing the First Stage entirely. For the players involved, it is…

With families flocking to beaches, swimming pools and mountain resorts during the summer holidays, Fujairah Police have launched a public awareness campaign urging parents and guardians to remain vigilant and never leave children unattended near water. The campaign, organised by the Masafi Comprehensive Police Station in cooperation with the Media and Public Relations Department, reminds citizens and residents that constant supervision is the first line of defence against drowning incidents. Police stressed that adhering to safety measures and maintaining continuous monitoring can significantly reduce the risk of drowning, particularly among young children who can slip into danger within seconds. Stay…

ABU DHABI, 10th July, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates Telecommunications Group Company PJSC (e&) announced the termination of its Relationship Agreement with Vodafone Group PLC (Vodafone), following a comprehensive strategic review of its international investment portfolio. In connection with this, e&’s Board representative has stepped down from his position as a non-executive Director of Vodafone. Following the termination of the Relationship Agreement, e& has signed a binding agreement with Vega, an acquisition vehicle wholly owned by the Niel family group, to divest its entire holding of 3,944,743,685 ordinary shares in Vodafone, representing approximately 16.21 percent of Vodafone’s issued share capital and…

ABU DHABI, 10th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Fallen Heroes’ Affairs Office has unveiled a new set of initiatives in partnership with the Khalifa Empowerment Program, Aqdar, aimed at equipping the children and families of the UAE’s martyrs with stronger academic, professional, and leadership capabilities. Beyond skills-building, the programmes are designed to instill a lasting sense of citizenship, national identity, and belonging, while preparing participants for future opportunities. Both organisations described the initiative as a joint investment in the next generation of Fallen Heroes’ families, providing practical learning experiences that strengthen participants’ capabilities and unlock their potential. The initiative aligns…

Abu Dhabi – Following a comprehensive strategic review of its international investment portfolio, Emirates Telecommunications Group Company PJSC (“e&”) announced the termination of its Relationship Agreement with Vodafone Group PLC (Vodafone). In connection with this, e&’s Board representative has stepped down from his position as a non-executive Director of Vodafone. Following the termination of the Relationship Agreement, e& has signed a binding agreement with Vega, an acquisition vehicle wholly owned by the Niel family group, to divest its entire holding of 3,944,743,685 ordinary shares in Vodafone, representing approximately 16.21% of Vodafone’s issued share capital and 17.13% of its total voting…

UAE skies are expected to be fair to partly cloudy on Saturday, July 11, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) revealed, offering a suitable weather for residents who plan to make the most of their weekend. Conditions over some coastal areas in the country will be humid by night and on Sunday morning. Expect light to moderate southwesterly to northwesterly winds, freshening at times eastward, with a speed of 10–25kmph, reaching 40 kmph. The sea will be slight to moderate in the Arabian Gulf and slight in the Oman sea. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT…

ABU DHABI, 10th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) and Liwa University have signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance cooperation in research and development, support innovation, nurture national talents and competencies, and boost workforce readiness to meet the evolving needs of the labour market, in support of Abu Dhabi’s priorities and economic and social development aspirations. Ahmed Jassim Al Zaabi, Chairman of the ADDED, witnessed the signing of the MoU, which was signed by Hamad Sayah Al Mazrouei, Undersecretary of the Abu Dhabi DED, and Dr. Ali Saeed bin Harmal Al Dhaheri, Chairman…

Abu Dhabi’s Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), has inaugurated a central control room dedicated to managing and monitoring autonomous vehicle (AV) operations across Abu Dhabi. It was launched in the presence of Sheikh Hamdan bin Saeed bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, and Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of DMT. This strategic step aims to enhance direct supervision and effective regulation of the sector through advanced systems for real-time monitoring, data analysis, and decision support, ensuring the highest levels of safety and operational efficiency. Stay up to date with the latest…

GENEVA, 11th July, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cyber Security for the UAE Government, received the WSIS Champion Award in recognition of the StaySafe Nation Programme by the UAE Cyber Security Council. This came during his participation in the AI for Good Global Summit and WSIS Forum 2026. The award recognises the programme’s outstanding contribution to promoting digital awareness, ethical dimensions of the information society, and building a safer digital future. This achievement underscores the international recognition of the Cyber Security Council’s efforts to develop national initiatives aimed at strengthening digital security and embedding best practices…

DUBAI, 10th July, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Health has announced a strategic collaboration with Rush University System for Health, one of the leading United States-based academic healthcare systems, ranked among the nation’s top institutions for quality, patient experience, and safety. The agreement is intended to leverage the respective expertise, capabilities, and resources of both academic health systems to support improved patient outcomes and foster continuous learning, in alignment with international best practices. The agreement was signed by Dr. Amer Sharif, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Health and President of Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences, and Dr.…