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NEW YORK, 24th September, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates and the Argentine Republic issued a joint statement regarding trade and investment and the launch of negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The announcement followed a meeting today in New York between Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, and Pablo Quirno, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Worship of Argentina. Both Ministers highlighted the excellent state of bilateral relations between Argentina and the United Arab Emirates…
ABU DHABI, 24th September, 2026 (WAM) — Elite sumo wrestlers from Japan, Mongolia and Egypt are preparing for the All-Star Sumo Competition at Space42 Arena, which will bring international professional sumo to the UAE for the first time this Saturday, 26 September 2026. Hosted by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), the event will feature nine wrestlers across 36 bouts. It has sold out ahead of its UAE debut, reflecting strong interest in Saturday’s action. At today’s press conference, Japan’s Ichi and Hiroki and Egypt’s Ramy El-Gazar were joined by Andrew Freund, Director of…
NAGOYA, 24th September, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE national athletics team finished seventh in the mixed 4×400-metre relay final at the Aichi–Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, recording a time of 3:21.94. The team had been in contention for a medal before Mariam Kareem dropped the baton during the latter stages of the race. The UAE had qualified for the final after finishing third in its heat in 3:17.00, behind China and India. The team comprised Suleiman Abdulrahman, Aminat Kamarudeen, Mariam Kareem and Emmanuel Bamidele. In fencing, Khalifa Al Zarooni and Saleh Al Balooshi advanced from the pool stage to the Round…
US rapper Macklemore, who was dropped from British pop star Ed Sheeran’s tour after making pro-Palestinian comments, announced Thursday he will instead perform on his own “Free Palestine Tour.”Macklemore, who was opening for Sheeran’s “Loop Tour,” shouted “Free Palestine!” and told Palestinians they were “not forgotten” during two concerts earlier this month in New Jersey. The “Thrift Shop” star was quickly booted from the US tour, a decision that Sheeran said was made by tour promoters, not him, provoking outrage among musicians and pro-Palestinian activists. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.”What happened to me is…
Bollywood actor Mushtaq Khan, best known for his roles in ‘Welcome’ and ‘Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke’, has passed away. Khan breathed his last on Thursday in Mumbai. The news of his demise was confirmed to ANI by Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) president BN Tiwari over the phone. Khan was reportedly battling lung cancer for a prolonged period. He was in his late 50s. More details regarding his demise are awaited.Khan stepped into the world of cinema with ‘Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyon Aata Hai’ in 1980, marking the beginning of a career that spanned over three…
ABU DHABI, 24th September, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Customs and Khalifa University Enterprises have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in innovation, research and development, and artificial intelligence (AI) applications. The MoU establishes a framework to explore technology-enabled solutions that can support the efficiency of customs operations, leverage data and indicators to identify industrial and investment opportunities, and strengthen the competitiveness of the local economy. The MoU was signed on the sidelines of the Al Ain Future Business Forum by Obaid Musallem AlAmeri, Acting Director-General of Abu Dhabi Customs, and Amal Nasser Al Jabri, Chief Executive…
LOS ANGELES, 24th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Los Angeles Police Academy in the United States has celebrated the graduation of the second batch of UAE Ministry of Interior personnel participating in a specialised training programme. The programme forms part of the Ministry’s efforts to strengthen international cooperation in policing and security and promote the exchange of expertise, experience and best practices. The second batch comprised four Ministry personnel who completed 904 hours of training over 24 weeks, covering theoretical and practical instruction across a range of policing and security disciplines. The programme is conducted as part of cooperation between…
ABU DHABI, 24th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) today announced the return of the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Business Leadership Forum for its landmark tenth annual edition. Organised by Abu Dhabi Sustainability Group (ADSG), part of EAD, the Forum will take place on 30th September and 1st October 2026 at Jumeirah Saadiyat Island Hotel in Abu Dhabi, with Dolphin Energy Limited and TAQA as lead sponsors. This milestone edition brings together leaders from across the region under the theme “Redefining Prosperity: How a Nature Positive Economy and Valuing Natural and Social Capitals Shape Sustainable Development.”…
Katy Perry will perform in Dubai on December 31, headlining the New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner at Atlantis, The Palm. The singer announced the show on Instagram, telling fans she would ring in 2027 at the resort. Atlantis said her outdoor performance will feature hits including Firework, Roar, Last Friday Night and Dark Horse. A fireworks display is planned for midnight. Tickets are listed on Platinumlist from Dh6,500, the starting price for premium seating for children aged four to 13. Adult tickets start at Dh8,500. Rouge Circle seats start at Dh10,500 for adults, while Golden Circle seats start at Dh14,500.…
ABU DHABI/NEW YORK, 24th September, 2026 (WAM) — Global renewable energy deployment reached a record level in 2025, but growth must accelerate significantly to achieve the target of tripling capacity by 2030, according to a new report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). The report, released with the COP31 Presidency of Türkiye and the Global Renewables Alliance (GRA) during Climate Week NYC, said global installed renewable power capacity reached 5.15 terawatts (TW) at the end of 2025. Despite a record 693 gigawatts (GW) of new capacity added during the year, average annual additions must increase to 1,200 GW between…