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DUBAI, 17th September, 2026 (WAM) — Mattar Al Tayer, Director General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), and Paul Griffiths, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Airports, discussed ways to strengthen cooperation and coordination between RTA and Dubai Airports. They reviewed traffic projects and solutions aimed at improving traffic flow along road corridors leading to and from Dubai International (DXB), as well as future transport plans for Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC). The discussions focused on strengthening integration between the road and transport network and the aviation sector, facilitating passenger…

BRUSSELS, 17th September, 2026 (WAM) — Karlijn Swinkels of UAE Team L’IMAD claimed the Grand Prix de Wallonie Dames title for the second time in her career after the Dutch rider took the honours in the Belgian classic, which concluded yesterday. Her first triumph came in 2024, with the latest victory marking her third individual win of the season. The victory was built on a superb team performance and sealed in the final metres thanks to a perfectly timed move from Eleonora Gasparrini, who set up the decisive attack before finishing ninth herself. The 127.4-kilometre race started in Seraing and…

Pakistani singer-actor Ali Zafar has spoken out in support of Katrina Kaif after the Bollywood star faced insensitive social-media commentary about her post-pregnancy appearance. In a strongly worded Instagram video, Zafar urged men to question the standards they impose on women and choose compassion over criticism.Katrina, who recently made public appearances with husband Vicky Kaushal following the birth of their child, found herself at the centre of unkind online comparisons about how she looked “before” and “now”. The actor has not publicly addressed the trolling.Without naming Katrina, Zafar referred to a former Bollywood co-star and said he had been disturbed…

Sharjah, 17th September, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Media Council, praised the continued growth attained by Sharjah Media City Shams in terms of key performance indicators. This growth consists of an increase in the number of active companies to more than 23,000, these companies being owned by people from 171 different nationalities, and an 81.6% rise in license renewals from 2022 to 2025, which shows that Shams is able to offer a top-class business and creative environment within an integrated ecosystem. H.H. Sheikh Sultan…

The Dubai International Film Festival will return on December 8, 2027, with its first edition under its new phase dedicated to celebrating films and filmmakers from across the Middle East.The announcement was made by Mona Ghanem Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council and President of the Dubai Press Club, at the Arab media summit The festival, which will come under the umbrella of Dubai Media, is being relaunched more than two decades after its first edition in 2004, when it was established with a vision to position Dubai as a gateway for Arab cinema…

SHARJAH, 17th September, 2026 (WAM) — Menassah Distribution Company is strengthening the presence of Emirati publishing houses at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2026, showcasing more than 1,000 locally produced titles and creating an additional platform for publishers to introduce their works and connect them with readers at one of the region’s leading cultural events, which brings together book industry professionals and enthusiasts from the UAE and beyond. During the fair, which runs until 18th September, the company is presenting publications from 75 Emirati publishing houses, comprising 1,004 titles and 8,500 books. The participation reflects the diversity of local…

ABU DHABI, 17th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Department of Energy – Abu Dhabi (DoE) has hosted a media briefing revealing further details of the inaugural Abu Dhabi Water & Power Week (ADWPW) – Special Water Edition 2026, held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council. The event will take place from 8-10 December 2026 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, in conjunction with the United Nations Water Conference 2026, co-hosted by the UAE and the Republic of Senegal. ADWPW will bring…

ABU DHABI, 17th September, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has chaired the council’s meeting, where an agentic AI platform was used for the first time to support analysis-based discussion and data-driven decision making. Using AI Committee System (an agentic AI platform), the meeting reviewed several public projects and programmes aimed at further enhancing efficiency in government performance and excellence in community services and public facilities. H.H. Sheikh Khaled directed the expansion of the Abu Dhabi Liveability Strategy, building on its…

ABU DHABI, 17th September, 2026 (WAM) — Aldar today announced the launch of Talay, an exclusive collection of 351 standalone villas marking the first residential community at Marsa Al Saadiyat. The homes will be available for sale from 23rd September, as part of the final phase of Saadiyat Island’s masterplan, unveiled in July. Talay marks the first residential launch at Marsa Al Saadiyat, the AED100 billion waterfront destination. The project’s contemporary architecture is complemented by bespoke louvre details created in collaboration with Emirati artist Abdalla Almulla. His contribution will also extend into the public realm through a commissioned fountain within…

Jemima Goldsmith has shared photos from her wedding to Cameron O’Reilly, giving followers a closer look at their celebrations.The 52-year-old film producer posted a series of photos on Instagram, revealing that the couple married on September 12 and thanking those who helped make the day special.“Thank you to everyone who made this day so very special & happy for both of us,” she wrote.Jemima also revealed the roles their family members had on the day, with their children taking on several of the main parts in the ceremony.Cameron’s daughters Sasha and Tara O’Reilly were among her bridesmaids, while Jemima’s stepdaughter…