Humanitarian Relief: The UAE has sent a second relief aircraft to Nepal carrying 45 tonnes of aid for flood and landslide victims, including food, relief supplies and power generators, following an earlier August flight and a pledged $10m. Climate & Disaster Risk: Nepal’s disaster toll keeps rising as leaders warn Himalayan risks are increasing with climate change, urging the world to treat disaster prevention as a global priority. Regional Environment & Energy: Renewed US-Iran attacks are again raising pressure on the Strait of Hormuz, with oil flows and shipping disruption concerns feeding into higher prices—an indirect but real threat to regional stability and environmental safety. UAE Water & Nature Work: UAE efforts at World Water Week continue, including partnerships aimed at water security and resilience. Sustainability in Travel: Emirates becomes the world’s first Autism Certified Airline, training 30,000 staff to improve accessibility for passengers with autism—good news for greener, more inclusive tourism. Local Heritage & Coasts: Sharjah’s Al Maleh and Fishing Festival drew thousands, boosting maritime heritage awareness and local coastal livelihoods.