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FUJAIRAH, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) — Fujairah Martial Arts Club (FMAC) has signed the Brighton Plus Helsinki Declaration on Women and Sport, issued by the International Working Group on Women and Sport (IWG), coinciding with the month-long celebration of Emirati Women’s Day 2026. The signing makes the club one of more than 700 international organizations committed to enhancing the participation and empowerment of women and girls in sport. The signing reflects the club’s participation in the national celebrations of Emirati Women’s Day and underscores its commitment to translating the values of women’s empowerment, equality, and equal opportunity into sustainable sports…
ABU DHABI, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) celebrates Emirati Women’s Day 2026 by recognising the pivotal role Emirati women play in advancing the Fund’s development mandate and shaping its future. The occasion underscores ADFD’s continued commitment to empowering national talent, fostering an inclusive and enabling workplace, and supporting Emirati women to take on greater leadership roles and contribute to the UAE’s sustainable development journey. Held this year under the theme “We Emerge Stronger and Better”, Emirati Women’s Day celebrates the UAE’s progress in empowering women to contribute to the country’s future. At ADFD, Emirati…
KATHMANDU, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) — The second UAE relief aircraft, operated through the UAE Aid Agency, arrived in the Republic of Nepal carrying 45 tonnes of relief supplies for people affected by floods and landslides. The aid delivery comes in implementation of the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who ordered the allocation of $10 million in assistance. The aid includes essential food supplies, relief materials, power generators, and other vital necessities for those affected. The assistance will help provide urgent support to families affected by the floods and landslides, particularly in the worst-affected…
BRUSSELS, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) — The Waregem Racecourse in the Kingdom of Belgium hosts the eleventh leg of the UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses tomorrow, Tuesday 1 September 2026, with 11 horses representing elite studs taking part, within the calendar of the 33rd edition of the Prestigious Cup. The Belgium leg brings together a strong group of previous leg champions and horses who have excelled during the current season, in a race run over 2,200 metres on turf in the Group 2 category, open to Purebred Arabian horses aged four years and above. The prize purse stands…
ABU DHABI, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) — Ready to make its second appearance in as many years, UAE Team Emirates-XRG announced its six-rider lineup for the Lloyds Tour of Britain. The five-day stage race begins in Lincoln on Wednesday, 2 September and draws to a close in Earlston on Sunday, 6 September. Along the way, there are stage finishes in Skegness, Beverley and Leyburn, as the 22nd Tour of Britain makes its way across Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and the Scottish Borders. For UAE Team Emirates-XRG, Sports Directors Fabrizio Guidi and Aner Moreno will take the reins, with the six-rider roster including…
ABU DHABI, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) — The Asian-African Parliamentary Council (AAPC) strongly condemned the Iranian aggression targeting the United Arab Emirates using a drone, which was intercepted by air defence systems over the territorial waters. Saud Rashid Al-Hajilan, First Deputy Speaker of the Council, said that this attack represents a dangerous escalation and a blatant violation of the sovereignty of the United Arab Emirates. He stressed that it poses a threat to the UAE’s security and stability, as well as to the security of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries and the region as a whole. He called on all…
SHARJAH, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) honoured 104 businesses for their steadfast adherence to local economic regulations and standards. Department Chairman Hamad Ali Abdullah Al Mahmoud emphasised that the tribute highlights these compliant enterprises as vital partners in driving sustainable private-sector growth and boosting the emirate’s economic competitiveness. The initiative underscores the department’s broader strategy to foster a stable, high-confidence marketplace by promoting best practices and strong operational standards. Al Mahmoud noted that building a collaborative relationship grounded in mutual trust helps create an attractive investment environment that encourages business innovation. Ultimately, these efforts…
AL AIN, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) — Zaki Anwar Nusseibeh, Cultural Adviser to His Highness the President of the UAE and Chancellor of the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU), officially opened the UAEU Medical Simulation Centre, in the presence of Prof. Ahmed Ali Alraeesi, Vice Chancellor of UAEU, and members of the University’s senior leadership. The opening marks a significant step in advancing medical education and clinical training at UAEU and strengthening the integration of advanced technologies into the preparation of future healthcare professionals. The UAEU Medical Simulation Center provides an integrated educational and training environment designed to deliver safe,…
Downtown Dubai’s best-known attractions are minutes apart, but offer very different ways to experience the city’s skyline Published: Mon 31 Aug 2026, 2:07 PM By: Kushmita Bose | Partner Content There is no shortage of places to witness the beauty of Dubai. Rooftop restaurants, hotel terraces and observation decks have become part of the experience of visiting a destination famous for its striking skyline and record-breaking architecture. Dubai is increasingly making a name for itself after dark too. A recent global study by JB.com named Dubai the world’s most beautiful city to explore at night for 2026, beating major global…
CAIRO, August 31, 2026 (WAM) — Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Yamahi, Speaker of the Arab Parliament, has strongly condemned the Iranian aggression against the United Arab Emirates involving a drone that was intercepted by air defence systems over the UAE’s territorial waters. He stressed that the repeated attacks constitute a flagrant violation of the UAE’s sovereignty and a direct threat to its security and stability. In a statement issued today, Al Yamahi stressed that the security, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Arab countries are indivisible, affirming that any attack against an Arab state constitutes an attack on the entire Arab…