Meta, the UAE Cyber Security Council and Startupbootcamp have launched Wearables Studio UAE to train students, developers and startups to build secure, AI-driven wearable apps; winners will present at GITEX Global 2026.
Global Food Week 2026 in Abu Dhabi will combine B2B programming with consumer-facing activity across eight sectors, including a new beverage zone and a platform for SMEs and local producers.
The Emirates Drug Establishment joined GCORAS 2026 in Seoul, leveraging the UAE–Korea CEPA and MFDS reference‑authority status to boost cooperation on pharmaceuticals, ATMPs and regulatory benchmarking.
The Presidential Court extended condolences to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and the Al Maktoum family after the death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
DoH – Abu Dhabi has designated Burjeel Cancer Institute, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and SEHA Tawam Hospital as Oncology Centres of Excellence for Breast Cancer, reinforcing specialised, multidisciplinary care.
DCD and DMT have opened Nabdh Al Manhal and Nabdh Al Waha in Mohamed bin Zayed City, expanding family‑focused community hubs with gardens, multipurpose halls and sports facilities.
The Khalifa International Award, supported by Erth Zayed Philanthropies of the Presidential Court, opened the Second Ethiopia International Date Palm Festival in Semera, Afar (21–22 Sept 2026).
President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and senior UAE leaders sent congratulatory messages to Armenia’s president and prime minister on the occasion of Armenia’s Independence Day.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed attended a group wedding reception hosted by the Al Awamir tribe at Erth Abu Dhabi Hotel Ballroom, featuring traditional and folk performances.
Baniyas Jiu‑Jitsu Club topped Round 7 of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Championship at Mubadala Arena. Al Jazira were second and Al Ain third as younger age groups competed.
