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DUBAI, 30th October, 2026 (WAM) — Investing in human capabilities and identifying talent have become key pillars in developing future workplaces as the global labour market undergoes rapid transformation, with communication, imagination, emotional intelligence and adaptability increasingly recognised as essential skills for driving innovation and improving services and experiences. Against this backdrop, Dubai’s Museum of the Future is introducing a new approach to talent recruitment through its “Future Perfects” campaign, launched on 21st October. The initiative aims to recruit staff for a new visitor experience set to launch in 2027, prioritising human capabilities and practical skills over traditional academic qualifications…
ABU DHABI, 30th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure will participate in the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC 2026), taking place from 2nd to 5th November at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). During the event, the Ministry will highlight the UAE’s policies to meet growing energy demand, diversify energy sources, and improve energy efficiency, while exploring partnership opportunities in clean energy and sustainability projects. The Ministry will showcase the UAE Energy Strategy 2050, which aims to triple the contribution of renewable energy by 2030, supported by national investments of AED150 billion…
ABU DHABI, 30th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre has launched the second phase of its “Contributions of Muslim Scholars” initiative, following the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, to highlight the civilisational role of Muslim scholars across the ages. The initiative showcases the scientific and intellectual achievements of Islamic civilisation and the role of Muslim scholars in laying the foundations of modern sciences. It also reflects the UAE’s commitment to preserving shared cultural heritage and builds on the mission of the…
There was a time when Diwali gifting meant a traditional box of kaju katli from the neighbourhood sweet shop. It was delicious, it was familiar, and it was forgotten by the next week. Not anymore! This festive season in Dubai, your mithai (sweets) is getting the same treatment as your luxury handbag. Bespoke packaging, single-origin ingredients, chef-driven innovation, and a story worth telling. Welcome to the era of luxe mithai. Luxury heritage For Bateel, the brand that quite literally made the date gourmet, luxury was never something to be added. It was there from the beginning. “Bateel’s story is one…
ABU DHABI, 30th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, attended the reception hosted on Thursday evening by Lutfullah Goktas, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to the UAE, on the occasion of his country’s National Day. The event, held in Abu Dhabi, was attended by officials, members of the Arab and foreign diplomatic corps accredited to the UAE, and members of the Turkish community. In his remarks, Goktas said relations between the UAE and Türkiye had reached an advanced stage of cooperation and strategic partnership, underpinned by the close ties between the…
Several cafeterias across the UAE serve a special gravy alongside their machine-grilled rotisserie chicken — but food safety experts warn the sauce could cause food poisoning. “There are several cafeterias that keep collecting the drippings in a dish at the base of the machine and then serve it as gravy,” said food safety expert Bobby Krishna. “This is basically raw juices of the chicken. This is a food safety risk and can cause food poisoning.” To drive the message home, Dubai Municipality (DM) is attempting to organise the world’s largest-ever food safety training on how to safely cook rotisserie grilled…
DUBAI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has reported an 18% increase in the total number of applications submitted to higher education institutions through the National Unified Registration and Admission Platform during the 2026–2027 academic year, compared with the previous year. The increase reflects the continued development of the platform’s services under the unified digital higher education portal, EduHub, which has helped simplify the student journey through an integrated service delivered in partnership with relevant entities, while improving the efficiency of application, admission and enrolment procedures at higher education institutions. The increase…
SHARJAH, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — House of Wisdom (HoW) in Sharjah won the “Sustain Sharjah Award for Tourist Destinations” category within the Sharjah International Travel and Tourism Forum Awards 2026 in recognition of its efforts to promote sustainability through cultural and educational programmes and community initiatives. The forum was organised by the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) on Wednesday, 28 October, at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre. Marwa Al Aqroubi, Executive Director of HoW, received the award from Sheikh Khaled bin Abdullah bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Seaports and Customs Authority, the Hamriyah…
Patrick Stewart, the British Shakespearean actor who became a Hollywood megastar through roles in the ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’ franchises, has died at the age of 86, an official statement said Thursday.”We announce with great sorrow the passing of Sir Patrick Stewart yesterday at his home in Los Angeles, in the loving care of his beloved wife Sunny, following a brief and poignant journey with Alzheimer’s Disease and Lewy Body Dementia,” the statement said.The actor, who hailed from the northern English region of Yorkshire, trod the boards in Britain with the Royal Shakespeare Company before crossing the Atlantic to enjoy…
SHARJAH,29th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), represented by its Sectoral Business Groups, participated in the 13th edition of the Sharjah International Travel and Tourism Forum (SITTF) 2026, showcasing its role in supporting the business community, strengthening public-private sector engagement, and promoting partnerships among businesses operating in the tourism sector. Organised by the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), the forum took place at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre under the theme “New Waves of Tourism Spectrum”. SITTF 2026 brought together a distinguished group of government officials, visionaries, and experts in the tourism…