Cinema and e-gaming spotlighted at Emirati Media Forum as key to Dubai’s creative economy and global media leadership. DUBAI: The 10th Emirati Media Forum cast a spotlight on the growing influence of cinema and e-gaming in shaping the future of media. Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, […]
Arab League marks Population and Development Day with warning that ongoing wars are draining Arab human and economic resources. CAIRO: The Arab League has issued a stern warning on the impact of escalating conflicts and occupation in the region, stating that such instability continues to threaten the development trajectory of Arab countries. In a statement […]
China switches on the world’s tallest pumped-storage hydropower plant, generating 1.35B kWh of green power annually in Jiangsu. JIANGSU: China has officially launched the world’s tallest dam-based pumped-storage hydropower station in the eastern province of Jiangsu. The State Grid Xinyuan Jiangsu Jurong Pumped Storage Power Station began operations on Tuesday, marking a major milestone in […]
Anilkumar Bolla, a 29-year-old Abu Dhabi resident, becomes the first-ever AED 100 million grand prize winner in The UAE Lottery’s Lucky Day Draw. ABU DHABI: In a historic moment for the UAE’s gaming industry, The UAE Lottery has announced its first-ever AED 100 million grand prize winner — 29-year-old Indian national Anilkumar Bolla. The life-changing […]
The UAE launched a major national volunteering strategy aiming to grow volunteer base to 600,000 and support nonprofits. ABU DHABI: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has launched the “Volunteering and Community Engagement Ecosystem”, a landmark national initiative to elevate the culture of giving and support the UAE’s nonprofit sector. The announcement was […]
UAE’s Federal Tax Authority will apply a new sugar-based excise tax model on sweetened drinks from 2026; businesses urged to get certified. ABU DHABI: The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has announced a major update to its excise tax framework, confirming the transition to a “Tiered Volumetric Model” for sweetened drinks, starting from early 2026. This […]
Greenpeace MENA launches report with SEE Institute and Sorbonne Abu Dhabi, positioning UAE as a leader in regenerative economy. DUBAI: A new report launched by Greenpeace Middle East and North Africa in collaboration with SEE Institute and Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi has spotlighted the UAE’s progress towards a wellbeing-driven economy rooted in environmental sustainability and […]
UN climate chief urges faster climate action, highlighting progress in new national pledges aiming for net zero emissions. GENEVA: The world is entering a “new era” of climate action, according to the United Nations, but governments must urgently accelerate their efforts. This call to action came from UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell, following […]
The UAE AI Office and Google launched ‘AI for All’ to train citizens with future-ready AI skills as part of a nationwide initiative. DUBAI: The UAE’s Office of Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, in partnership with Google, launched the “AI for All” initiative during the UAE Codes 2025 event. The programme aims […]
Sharjah unveiled its first global ‘Sharjah Next: Healthcare’ forum, highlighting innovation in healthcare and solidifying its position as a science hub. SHARJAH: His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated the first edition of the global “Sharjah Next” series, focused on healthcare innovation. The […]
Vercel is automating entry-level jobs by training AI agents on its best employees’ work habits, reducing 10-person teams to just one and a bot. SAN FRANCISCO: As AI rapidly reshapes the workplace, developer-focused startup Vercel is taking a bold — and controversial — step into the future. The $9.3 billion company has started using AI […]
