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SHARJAH, 1st November, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) continues its efforts to develop services, meet the needs of Sharjah’s residents and provide utility connections to the highest standards. During the third quarter of 2026, SEWA’s Electricity Distribution Department connected electricity to 898 projects across various sectors in Sharjah city, extended medium- and low-voltage networks by a combined length exceeding 99 kilometres, and approved more than 640 electrical distribution boards in accordance with approved technical specifications. The department also conducted 1,119 technical inspections of buildings and projects and issued 524 preliminary electrical inspection certificates, facilitating…
Home UAE Dubai Ride draws 41,836 cyclists to Sheikh Zayed Road for 10th Dubai Fitness Challenge Cyclists of all ages take to Sheikh Zayed Road and Downtown Dubai as the city marks the first flagship event of this year’s Dubai Fitness Challenge Emirates247 Published: 1 November 2026, 18:32 (UAE)Updated: 1 November 2026, 18:45 (UAE)5 min read Coinciding with the UAE’s Year of Family, this year’s edition celebrated the power of movement to bring generations together, with parents, grandparents and children cycling side by side. Participants brought DFC’s 2026 tagline, ‘What’s Your 30×30?’, to life, demonstrating how shared experiences can inspire…
Eighteen years separated two Breeders’ Cup Classic victories for Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Still, they tell a story that goes far beyond the glory of winning an iconic race.In 2008, Raven’s Pass gave Sheikh Mohammed a share of the Classic through Darley Stable, his internationally renowned thoroughbred breeding operation, when it became the first English-trained winner of the American Classic. It was a landmark victory, but Godolphin was not credited with it.That distinction finally arrived at Keeneland on Saturday when Sovereignty posted an imperious victory in…
Abu Dhabi: The Al Ain Court for Civil, Commercial and Administrative Cases has ordered a man to pay his ex-wife Dh10,000 in compensation for the moral harm she suffered after he refused to hand over their two children despite final court rulings confirming her right to custody. The woman filed a lawsuit against her ex-husband seeking Dh45,000 in compensation for material and moral damages, along with legal interest at 12 per cent from the date the case was filed until full payment. She also asked that he be ordered to pay court fees, expenses and legal costs. She said the…
HomeBusinessMaktoum bin Mohammed meets State Street Chairman and CEO as company plans UAE expansionDiscussions focus on State Street’s UAE expansion, Emirati talent development and collaboration across investment management, financial technology and capital marketsEmirates247Published: 1 November 2026, 14:24 (UAE)2 min readHis Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE, and President of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), met with Ronald P. O’Hanley, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of State Street Corporation, one of the world’s leading providers of financial services to institutional investors. Source:…
Tidiane Lo, Vice President, GTM, Westcon-Comstor Middle East and Africa. Tidiane Lo of Westcon-Comstor discusses why trust, partner development, and commercial discipline remain central to effective channel leadership across Africa and the Middle East. Effective channel leadership requires more than meeting quarterly targets. For Tidiane Lo, Vice President, GTM, Westcon-Comstor Middle East and Africa, sustainable growth depends on aligning vendors, partners and teams while developing the capabilities that help the wider ecosystem succeed. Speaking to Tahawultech.com, Lo reflects on the relationships and market experiences that have shaped his career across Africa and the Middle East. Drawing on themes from his book,…
The Galaxy S26 FE makes a compelling case for UAE tech-savvy buyers seeking a balance between performance, features and affordability. Combining Samsung’s polished software experience, capable cameras and vibrant display, the device stands out as one of the strongest value propositions in the upper mid-range segment.Samsung, which introduced the first Galaxy S series Fan Edition (FE) in 2020, continues to strengthen its position in the large-screen smartphone market with the latest iteration. Launched in September, the S26 FE brings many of the features found in the flagship Galaxy S26 series to a more accessible price point.Visually, the S26 FE closely…
Superstar Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2, may have tasted success at the global and Indian box office, but discontent over the trimmed role of one of its key actors has seemingly reached a tipping point.The Malayalam screen legend, who played Mathew—a gangster who helps Muthuvel Pandian, the protagonist portrayed by Rajinikanth—in Jailer (2023), reprised his role in the sequel. While fans appreciated Mohanlal’s role in the first part as it was meaty and had adequate screen time, sentiment soured as the sequel released on October 15 this year.Not only was Mathew’s role shorter in Jailer 2, fans even pointed out that moments…
Dubai: Dubai has launched the “Dubai Future Research Complex”, named “Nad Zabeel”, with the goal of attracting 30,000 researchers and specialists. The announcement was made by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, in a social media post. According to the announcement, researchers and specialists will be able to use the complex’s services to develop vital future sectors connected to human life. Sheikh Mohammed said Nad Zabeel would complement Dubai’s strategic ecosystem for institutionalising the future industry. The complex will join the Dubai Future Foundation, Museum of…
A relentless onslaught from Tim Seifert helped New Zealand to get a consolation seven-wicket win over India in the fifth and final Twenty20 international in Hamilton on Sunday, as the visitors took the series 3-2.Chasing 192 for victory, New Zealand started slowly and lost opener Finn Allen in the second over, before Seifert grabbed the match by the scruff of the neck.The 31-year-old clobbered 5 sixes and 11 fours en route to a knock of 93, but was unable to complete a first T20I century after a thick inside edge on a Nitish Kumar Reddy delivery crashed into his leg…