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Deputy Chairman of Presidential Court Celebrates Al Awamir Tribal Wedding
Deputy Chairman of Presidential Court celebrates group wedding with Al Awamir tribe, featuring traditional performances and community leaders.
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Government Affairs
Senior Transport Authority Leadership Role Confirmed with Alghfeli Appointment
Abu Dhabi Executive Council appoints His Excellency Abdulla Hamad Alghfeli as Director General of the Integrated Transport Centre.
Community
Deputy Chairman attends Al Awamir tribe’s celebration of unity and tradition
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended a group wedding reception hosted by Al Awamir tribe, celebrating Emirati tradition and community values.
Sport
Molano Claims Opening Stage Victory at CRO Race for UAE Team Emirates-XRG
Sebastián Molano delivered a commanding sprint victory on Stage 1 of the CRO Race, capturing the opening stage from Split to Seget Donji for UAE Team Emirates-XRG.
Health
Abu Dhabi Convenes Global Healthcare Leaders to Define Standards of Medical Excellence
Abu Dhabi hosted the Healthcare Leaders Summit – Abu Dhabi 2026, bringing together 3,000+ healthcare professionals and experts to define global standards of medical excellence.
Environment
Emirates Biotech and UAEU Pioneer UAE’s First Integrated Organic Waste Valorisation Plant
Emirates Biotech and UAEU launch the UAE's first integrated organic-waste valorisation pilot plant in Al Ain, converting food waste and compostable packaging into renewable biogas and compost.
Government Affairs
UAE leaders send Independence Day congratulations to Mali
President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Vice Presidents Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid and Sheikh Mansour sent congratulatory messages to Mali’s leaders on the occasion of the country’s Independence…
Education
Women in Technology 2026 urges women’s leadership in shaping AI and future tech
Speakers at SPARK’s Women in Technology forum urged women to move from participation to leadership in AI and future technologies, noting UAE STEM gains and new founder support.
Education
Emirates Scholar Centre charts next phase after Abu Dhabi Book Fair success
The Emirates Scholar Centre met in Abu Dhabi to set its next‑phase strategy after attracting over 800 visitors at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair and recruiting new…
Sport
Team Abu Dhabi heads to Shanghai to defend F1H2O Teams’ Championship lead
Team Abu Dhabi arrives in Shanghai (3–5 Oct) leading the UIM F1H2O Teams’ Championship on 61 points, fielding three boats as it seeks to protect a slim advantage.