GENEVA: The year 2024 is on track to become the warmest year ever recorded, capping a decade characterized by unprecedented heat primarily driven by human activities, as reported by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO). This alarming trend unde…
SHARJAH: In a significant move to enhance the financial stability of retirees, H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved a measure to raise the retirement pension for those receiving a per…
DUBAI: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, extended his congratulations to Professor Yacine At-Sahalia, a Professor of Finance and Economics at Princeton University, for being named t…
ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates’ media sector has reinforced its pivotal role in shaping future industry dynamics throughout 2024, marked by strategic initiatives, influential events, and critical decisions aimed at fostering innovation, empowerin…
ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi Film Commission (ADFC) has unveiled significant enhancements to its renowned film and TV production rebate program, increasing the baseline rebate from 30 to 35 percent and introducing a system that could allow for a total cas…
ABU DHABI: In a significant collaboration with NASA, the Al Khatim Observatory in Abu Dhabi has conducted crucial astronomical observations to assist in navigating a spacecraft launched by NASA as part of the “Lucy” mission. This mission, initiated in…
ABU DHABI: The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has entered into a groundbreaking partnership with Nabat, a climate tech venture by the Advanced Technology Research Council’s VentureOne, to revolutionize mangrove restoration in Abu Dhabi. The coll…
AJMAN: H.H. Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, the Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, has enacted Emiri Decree No. 15 of 2024, which outlines the promotion and appointment of an advisor at the Ajman Ruler’s Court. This decree marks a signific…
DUBAI: Mohamed Alabbar, Founder and Managing Director of Emaar, has been announced as a keynote speaker at the upcoming 1 Billion Followers Summit, marking a significant moment for the content creator economy. The event, set to take place in the UAE f…
ABU DHABI: The Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility) of the Department of Municipalities and Transport has released its service schedule for the upcoming New Year Holiday, outlining the operations of various services including Customer Happ…
BEIJING: China has unveiled the CR450 high-speed train prototype, setting a new global standard with a test speed of 450 km/h and an operational speed of 400 km/h. This groundbreaking development positions the CR450 as the fastest high-speed train in …
LOTHAL: The National Maritime Heritage Complex in Lothal, Gujarat, is nearing completion, with nearly 75 percent of the first phase finished, aiming to celebrate and revive India’s 4,500-year-old maritime heritage. This ambitious project seeks to hono…
