Sport
McNulty Claims Podium Finish at Coppa Agostoni
Brandon McNulty of UAE Team Emirates-XRG secured second place at the Coppa Agostoni in Italy, demonstrating impressive form in his second race as world champion.
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Economy
UAE and Moldova Chart Course for Strengthened Economic Partnership
UAE and Moldova explore expanded cooperation in trade, investment, renewable energy and digital innovation, with enhanced air connectivity and diplomatic academy collaboration.
Health
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi Secures Top Rankings Across Five Specialties in Newsweek’s 2027 World Rankings
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi secures first place in the UAE across five specialties in Newsweek's World's Best Specialised Hospitals 2027 rankings.
Security
UAE Security Authorities Intercept 300kg of Narcotics in Coordinated Airport Operations
UAE security authorities have intercepted 300kg of narcotics across 14 separate smuggling operations at airports, demonstrating effective intelligence cooperation and advanced detection technologies.
Health
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City Advances Hearing Implant Care with Rapid Activation Programme
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City announces rapid cochlear implant activation within 24-48 hours post-surgery, advancing patient care and rehabilitation timelines.
Government Affairs
Crown Prince Hamdan Chairs Defence Council Meeting to Review Strategic Military Development
Crown Prince Hamdan convened the third Defence Council meeting of 2026 to review strategic military development programmes and modernisation initiatives.
Economy
Abu Dhabi Convenes Global AI Leaders to Shape the Future of Sovereign Intelligence
Abu Dhabi hosts the world's largest AI summit, convening 180+ global leaders to address sovereignty, regulation and responsible development of artificial intelligence.
Government Affairs
Sheikh Nahyan inaugurates IBPG Business Conclave celebrating UAE-India partnership
Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak inaugurates the IBPG Business Conclave 2026, celebrating the UAE-India partnership and honouring generations of Indian professionals' contributions to the nation's development.
Government Affairs
RAK Ruler Extends Condolences to Sultan of Oman Following Passing of Senior Official
RAK Ruler Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi conveys condolences to Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tarik following the passing of Hilal bin Badr bin Hamoud Al Busaidi.
Education
Georgetown University Delegation Explores Dubai’s Green Economy Leadership
Georgetown University's 45-strong delegation has visited DEWA headquarters to advance knowledge exchange on clean energy innovation and sustainable development.