ABU DHABI: Two outstanding students from the UAE, Alya Alhabtari and Firas Darwish, have been awarded the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship. The UAE Rhodes Scholarship Selection Committee announced the winners, recognising their exceptional intellect, leadership, and commitment to service. Both recipients were selected based on their ambition to create impact, courage to act, and dedication to […]
DUBAI: At the Global Women’s Forum Dubai 2024, the UAE Gender Balance Council launched the Gender Equality Acceleration Pledge, reaffirming the nation’s leadership in gender equality. Signed by representatives of seven major organisations, the pledge focuses on increasing women’s representation in leadership roles to 30% by 2028. The pledge aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 5, […]
ABU DHABI: The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) has issued a weather advisory forecast, cautioning residents about potential dust storms and rainfall from Wednesday through Friday. A surface low-pressure system from the east, coupled with an upper-air low-pressure system and jet stream from the west, is expected to trigger cloud formation across various regions, the […]
The AI granny Daisy, would answer the calls and engage actively in speaking to them, aiming to waste their time and resources in a witty way. It’s described as a “human-like granny, Daisy”, who would answer calls from fraudsters to keep them busy as long as possible. O2 mentioned that the feature is “an AI […]
PARIS: French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot on Sunday urged both Lebanon and Israeli parties to seize the “opportunity” to establish a ceasefire amidst the ongoing conflict. In statements today, Barrot said, “There is a timely opportunity, and I call on all parties to take advantage of it.” He emphasised the importance of diplomacy and working […]
ABU DHABI: The Zayed and Rashid mural, the world’s largest mosaic art installation, was unveiled at Hatta Dam by Brand Dubai and DEWA. This remarkable artwork, spanning 2,198.7 square metres, celebrates the UAE’s founding fathers, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, as part of the #ZayedAndRashid campaign. Recognised […]
DUBAI: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed sustainable street lighting projects in Umm Suqeim 1, Abu Hail, and Al Baraha, marking a milestone in its 2024–2026 Street Lighting Plan. By 2026, RTA aims to illuminate 40 areas across Dubai, aligning with the city’s growth and infrastructure modernisation goals. This initiative reflects Dubai’s commitment […]
AJMAN: The Emirates Arabian Horse Society (EAHS) is hosting the much-anticipated Ajman Arabian Horses Auction on Tuesday at the Ajman Arabian Horse Stud in Al Bahia. Featuring 66 horses from the finest Arabian bloodlines, this event continues its legacy of celebrating the UAE’s equestrian heritage. All horses on display are registered with the EAHS, ensuring […]
ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC), in partnership with M42, has launched a liquid biopsy test for colorectal cancer. This non-invasive, blood-based screening enhances Abu Dhabi’s health sector by promoting early detection and preventive care while complementing the gold-standard colonoscopy. The test identifies tumours or precancerous growths, improving early risk stratification and […]
NEW DELHI: India will mark the official launch of the United Nations International Year of Cooperatives on November 25, 2025, in New Delhi. The announcement from the Prime Minister’s Office confirmed that the event will coincide with the Global Cooperative Conference organised by the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA). The conference is themed “Cooperatives Build Prosperity […]
Sister Zeph, the most recent winner of the Global Teacher Prize, highlights the integral role that UAE teachers play empowering students, as applications are now open for the $1 million Global Teacher Prize. UAE: “Inspiring” UAE teachers are urged to apply for the ninth Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Prize, organized in collaboration with UNESCO and […]
