Abu Dhabi: H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has directed an increase in the prize pool for the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship to AED3 million. This move is aimed at nurturing athletic talent and empowering athletes … Read more
Vienna: Chancellor Karl Nehammer of Austria announced the provision of financial assistance amounting to pound 3 million to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to support Palestinian civilians affected by the conflict. This aid aims to help provide drinking water, food, and shelter. According to Emirates News Agency, the Austrian Chancellor emphasised the … Read more
Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Sports held its first ‘Customer Councils’ of 2025, under the Zero Bureaucracy Programme, signifying its dedication to enhancing government services and operational efficiency within the sports sector. According to Emirates News Agency, the session was attended by Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports, and Ghanim Mubarak El-Hajeri, Undersecretary … Read more
Dubai: The Dubai Sports Council has announced the launch of its ‘Our Summer is Sporty’ initiative, which will run until the end of August. The events will take place across various locations in Dubai, featuring new activities such as the first-ever Snow Duathlon, indoor mall races, and snow-based stationary cycling competitions. According to Emirates News … Read more
Abu Dhabi: The aviation technology firm LODD and investment holding group 7X have successfully launched the first pilot flight for autonomous drone parcel deliveries in Abu Dhabi. This initiative marks a significant advancement in the emirate’s logistics sector, showcasing the potential for innovation in trade, transport, and logistics through the use of cutting-edge technology. According … Read more
Gaza: The United Arab Emirates, via ‘Operation Chivalrous Knight 3’, has delivered a new batch of emergency medical aid to health facilities in the Gaza Strip, in cooperation with the World Health Organisation (WHO). According to Emirates News Agency, the aid aims to alleviate the worsening health crisis in Gaza, marked by severe shortages of … Read more
Abu Dhabi: The price of Kuwait crude oil reached US$69.98 per barrel during Tuesday’s trading, compared with US$76.32 per barrel on Monday, Kuwait Petroleum Corporation said Wednesday. According to Emirates News Agency, Brent crude dropped by $4.34 to reach $67.14 per barrel, and West Texas Intermediate lost $4.14 to $64.37 per barrel, as reported by … Read more
Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), a flagship hospital in the UAE and a subsidiary of the PureHealth group, today announced the launch of its new Travel Health Clinic. This specialised clinic will address the evolving health needs of travellers – either departing from or arriving in the UAE – and thereby protecting both … Read more