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From glowing skin to fuller hair, exosomes are gaining attention in the beauty world, with social media helping fuel interest in treatments promoted for their purported regenerative benefits. But UAE dermatologists are urging consumers to look beyond before-and-after photographs and glowing testimonials before signing up for the procedures. The concern is that the science behind these treatments is still evolving, while questions remain about their long-term safety, product quality and effectiveness. Experts warn that the risks may vary depending on the product, how it is manufactured and whether it is applied topically or injected. The warnings come as Saudi Arabia’s…

ABU DHABI, 24th October, 2026 (WAM) — Khalifa Award for Education, one of the institutions under the Zayed Humanitarian Legacy Foundation, participated through its international category, the Khalifa International Award for Early Learning, in two scientific sessions at the International Step by Step Association (ISSA) Conference, held in Lisbon, Portugal, on 22nd-23rd October 2026. The conference brought together researchers, experts, and representatives of specialised organisations from around the world. The Award was represented in the two sessions by Professor Steven Barnett, Chair of the Award Committee, from Rutgers University and the National Institute for Early Education Research, and Professor Iram…

ABU DHABI, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) — Yas Heat, the karting and driver talent development programme based at Yas Marina Circuit, is celebrating a landmark moment for UAE motorsport as two of its ambassadors, Rashid Al Dhaheri and Keanu Al Azhari, prepare to compete in the 2027 FIA Formula 3 Championship, one of the sport’s most competitive international stages. From thousands of aspiring racing drivers around the world to just 30 places on the FIA Formula 3 grid, securing a seat in the championship represents a significant milestone in any young driver’s career. With Rashid Al Dhaheri joining Van Amersfoort…

ABU DHABI, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) — Alef Education has shared first-year progress and user-testing findings from its climate literacy collaboration with UNICEF Kenya and the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD). Delivered under an existing tripartite memorandum of understanding, the initiative supports climate education through digital learning resources that help learners explore climate change and its relevance to their communities. The first phase which included launching digital educational content, saw 11 KICD-reviewed learning modules deployed on Kenya Education Cloud, Kenya’s national learning platform. User testing involved 151 learners and 39 teachers across 12 schools in six counties, gathering feedback…

DUBAI, 24th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai’s Museum of the Future has received more than 20,000 completed applications, while the campaign’s official website has recorded 42,000 visits, within the first 48 hours of opening applications. The strong response reflects significant interest in the new job opportunities and the museum’s innovative approach to identifying and attracting talent. Launched on 21st October, the initiative seeks individuals who will become the human face of the Museum’s completely reimagined visitor experience when it reopens in 2027. Unlike conventional recruitment processes, the search places imagination, curiosity, emotional intelligence, warmth and adaptability at the centre of…

For most of his 43 years, UAE citizen Fahad Al Hashimi’s life revolved around blood. Every three weeks, he needed a transfusion. To manage the iron that accumulated in his body, he also relied on iron-chelation treatment, at times spending hours connected to a pump. He learned to organise his life around his illness. A transfusion could bring back his energy and make him feel as though the air was full of oxygen. But by the second week, his energy would begin to fall. By the third, even climbing a flight of stairs could leave him exhausted. “I would feel…

NEW YORK, 24th October, 2026 (WAM) — Oil prices ​settled more than $3 higher on Friday, their highest in nearly six months. Brent crude futures settled at $116.72 a barrel, up $3.55 or 3.14 percent, their highest since 29th April. US West Texas Intermediate crude closed at $103.27 a barrel, up $3.80 or 3.8 percent. Brent finished the week up 6 percent and WTI ended 2.3 percent higher. Source: Emirates News Agency

ABU DHABI, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) — The Institute for Healthier Living Abu Dhabi (IHLAD), licensed by the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi as the world’s first specialized Healthy Longevity Medicine Centre, concluded its participation in the Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit 2026, showcasing its progress in advancing evidence-based Healthy Longevity Medicine, scientific research and clinical innovation in support of Abu Dhabi’s vision for more proactive and personalized healthcare. As a Founding Partner of Future Health – A Global Initiative by Abu Dhabi, IHLAD convened leading international researchers, medical specialists, policymakers and healthcare innovators at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi…

ABU DHABI, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) — The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has announced the schools across Abu Dhabi that excelled in embedding sustainable practices into their operations, teaching and student-led activities, awarding them Green Stars ratings for the 2025 – 2026 cycle as part of the Sustainable Schools Initiative (SSI). The Green Stars rating system assesses schools across the initiative’s five components: the Green School Audit, Eco Clubs, teacher training, field trips and Lead Schools. Ratings range from one to five stars based on performance and improvement, while six- and seven-star ratings recognise Lead Schools that provide…

DUBAI, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) — The Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX 2026) hosted the Dubai Charge Point Operators Forum 2026 from 20th to 22nd October under the theme “Connect. Align. Accelerate”, bringing together electric vehicle (EV) charge point operators (CPOs) and industry stakeholders. The forum aimed to strengthen coordination between Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), charging operators and other stakeholders, while addressing regulatory and operational challenges and exploring opportunities to expand EV charging infrastructure across Dubai. “WETEX expands its coverage of future-oriented sectors each year, including electric vehicles, as it seeks to enhance the UAE’s global…