Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy Launches Nationwide Sports Festivals

Abu dhabi: The Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy (FBMA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, has launched a new series of ‘Schools Sports Festivals’ taking place until November 2025. According to Emirates News Agency, the initiative focuses on basketball and volleyball and targets schoolgirls aged 13 to 17. The program aims to discover … Read more

RAK DED Implements 82 Community Initiatives and Events in First Half of Year

Ras al khaimah: The Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED) has successfully executed 82 community initiatives and events since the start of the year, aiming at engaging different segments of the society. According to Emirates News Agency, the events encompassed a range of themes including entrepreneurship, sustainability, public health, safety and security, … Read more

‘Make-A-Wish’ Showcases Achievements in H1

Abu dhabi: The Make-A-Wish Foundation launched a series of impactful humanitarian initiatives and events during the first half of 2025 aimed at bringing joy to children suffering from life-threatening illnesses, while fostering a culture of giving and solidarity across the UAE community. These efforts align with the announcement by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin … Read more

Major Oil and Gas Deposit Discovered Off Polish Baltic Coast

Swinoujscie: The Canadian company Central European Petroleum (CEP) on Monday announced it has made a major oil discovery off the Polish Baltic coast. According to Emirates News Agency, the results of test drilling indicate that the recoverable reserves of crude oil and natural gas are estimated at 200 million barrels of oil equivalent. CEP revealed … Read more

UAE’s ‘Global Sustainable Aviation Marketplace’ Institutionalised as ICAO Annual Event

Abu dhabi: The Council of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), during its 235th Session, has officially adopted the UAE’s Global Sustainable Aviation Marketplace (GSAM) as an institutionalised annual event under ICAO’s official calendar, marking a rare recognition for a state-initiated concept to evolve into a regular, internationally supported platform. According to Emirates News Agency, … Read more

Over 57,000 Benefit from Islamic Affairs Dubai Initiatives in First Half of 2025

Dubai: The Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai (IACAD) has announced that its “Thimar Sadaqatikom” initiative successfully supported over 57,000 beneficiaries in the first half of 2025, with total aid surpassing AED26.4 million. According to Emirates News Agency, the “Sareer Al-Khair” initiative made significant contributions in the health sector by providing financial assistance … Read more

GPSSA Introduces Proactive Services for Employers

Abu dhabi: The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) has launched a new set of proactive services for employers. The services include automatic registration of employers, insured individuals, and GCC nationals covered under the pension extension system, as well as disbursement of insurance benefits (end-of-service) and insured individuals’ data update services. According to Emirates … Read more