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Abu Dhabi Customs, Competere Group seal deal for trade innovation
Abu Dhabi Customs has signed a cooperation agreement with the UK-based Competere Group, a leading consultancy in economic policy and trade law, to promote innovation in trade facilitation and enhance global competitiveness. The partnership will...

Edufair: Top courses Abu Dhabi students are eyeing
The two-day higher education exhibition, running until tomorrow, drew hundreds of high school students and parents on its opening day, all eager to explore university options, academic pathways, and future careers. The event features more than 25...

Bollywood couple alert! Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal spotted touring Abu Dhabi’s hidden gems
Sonakshi and Zaheer Spotted Enjoying Every Moment in Abu Dhabi Bollywood stars Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal recently traded red carpets for sand dunes and skyscrapers during their October 2025 visit to Abu Dhabi as part of the UAE’s ‘Visit Abu...

UAE Launches Autonomous Cargo Transport Fleet
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has marked an advancement in autonomous logistics with the launch of its first commercial fleet of self-driving electric trucks. The deployment is taking place in the Al Jazeera Al Hamra industrial zone in Ras Al...

UAE: Health authorities shut down bakery in Al Ain after confirmed food poisoning case
Al Suweidaa Modern Bakery in Al Ain was closed by the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority after a food poisoning case/Representative Image A bakery operating in Al Ain has been administratively closed by Abu Dhabi's food safety...

AFG vs BAN Weather Report, Pitch Report Of Abu Dhabi- 2nd ODI, Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 2025
Afghanistan will face Bangladesh in the second game of the three-match ODI series. In this article, we determine the AFG vs BAN Weather Report and Pitch Report of Sheikh Zayed Stadium for the 2nd ODI of the Bangladesh tour of Afghanistan 2025. AFG...

Climate change, diseases threaten Sundarbans National Park, latest IUCN World Heritage Outlook reveals
The Sundarbans National Park has experienced a deterioration in its conservation outlook status from ‘Good with Some Concerns’ to ‘Significant Concerns’ in five years. The status changed from 2020 to 2025, the International Union for Conservation...

UAE Updates Central Bank Law
The UAE has introduced a new Central Bank law to strengthen financial stability and protect consumer rights. President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan issued Federal Decree Law No. (6) of 2025 on the Central Bank, and the...

Abu Dhabi Emergencies Management Team reviews strategies to boost readiness
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Team have convened an expanded meeting chaired by His Excellency Major General Ahmed Saif bin Zaitoon Al Muhairi, Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police and Head of the Team, to...

EAD and Archireef partner to advance marine biodiversity
Abu Dhabi: The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Archireef to collaborate on pioneering research and projects concentrated on restoring coral reef habitats and protecting marine biodiversity...

Day Two of the 11th World FZO Congress Highlights the Role of Digitization and Sustainability in Shaping the Future of Free Zones
The signatories on the free zone side included the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) from the United Arab Emirates, PIROT Free Zone from Serbia, Tatu City Free Zone from Kenya, Luanda Special Economic Zone from Angola, Santa Fiesta...

Climate crisis now threatens 43% of natural World Heritage sites, IUCN warns
Nearly half of the planet's natural World Heritage sites, such as the Great Barrier Reef, are now under severe threat from climate change, according to a major new assessment. The World Heritage Outlook 4 report, released at the The International...

10th Expand North Star to kick off on Oct 12 at Dubai Harbour
The 10th edition of Expand North Star, the world’s largest event for startups and investors, will kick off tomorrow, 12 October 2025, at Dubai Harbour and will run until Wednesday, 15 October. Organized by the Dubai World Trade Centre and hosted...

Sameer Wankhede tells Shah Rukh Khan, Aryan Khan to 'do parody with your..': 'Family are getting hate messages from Pakistan, UAE'
In a new interview, Sameer Wankhede opened up about his life after filing a defamation suit against Shah Rukh Khan, Aryan Khan for his 'mockery' in The Ba***ds of Bollywood. Aryan Khan, Sameer Wankhede Former Mumbai Zonal Director of the Narcotics...

Indian economy remains resilience despite volatile global environment
The Indian economy continues to remain resilient in the backdrop of a volatile global environment. The stable economic backdrop, with lower inflation and the repo rate have played their role in supporting sentiments in the residential market....

Power Slap makes comeback in Abu Dhabi with epic fight card
Abu Dhabi: Power Slap Abu Dhabi has returned to the UAE capital with its 16th event, set to take place on October 24, at Space42 Arena. The event, part of Abu Dhabi Showdown Week, highlights the city’s growing reputation as a global hub for combat...

EA Chief discusses ways to save the environment
Abu Dhabi: Dr. Abdullah Ali Al Amri, Chairman of the Environment Authority (EA) and President of the 7th United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA), discussed strengthening bilateral and international cooperation in environmental fields during a...

Minister says Abu Dhabi conservation event can turn 'ambition into action'
The UAE's Minister of Climate Change and Environment has hailed the country's hosting of a major global conservation conference this week as a "significant milestone" in its quest to help safeguard the planet. Dr Amna Al Dahak said the...

BAPS Abu Dhabi mandir wins global AV ‘Oscar’: MONDO-DR Award 2025 for ‘The Fairy Tale’ immersive experience
India News Winning the MONDO-DR Award places the BAPS Hindu Mandir as not just a spiritual and architectural marvel, but an emblem of religious tolerance, cultural inclusion, and technological excellence. Abu Dhabi is now globally recognized as an...

Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi kick off capital’s outdoor running season
As part of its mission to promote healthy and active lifestyles, Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 joined the first outdoor running event of the season, Open Masters Games Run, organised by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council in Al Mugheirah Bay in Al...