ABU DHABI, 8th February, 2026 (WAM) — The final day of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open, presented by Abu Dhabi Sports Council, delivered a memorable finish as 20-year-old Sara Bejlek captured her maiden WTA Tour title in just her second appearance at this level. Ekatrerina Alexandrova and Maya Joint claimed the doubles crown, while Yui […]
ABU DHABI, 7th February, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, attended competitions of the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). H.H. toured the venue and was briefed on the progress […]
ABU DHABI, 7th February, 2026 (WAM) — Emirati female citizen Zafranah Ahmed Al Hosani, aged 72, mother of champions Hamda and Maryam Al Hosani, is participating in the bowling competitions of the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026, currently taking place until 15th February, with the aim of encouraging women to take part in various […]
ABU DHABI, 7th February, 2026 (WAM) — Russia’s Ekaterina Alexandrova advanced to the final of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Women’s Tennis Open (WTA 500) after defeating American Hailey Baptiste in three sets, 3–6, 7–6, 6–3, in Friday night’s semifinal. Alexandrova will face Czech player Sara Bejlek in the final after Bejlek secured her place with […]
DUBAI, 5th February, 2026 (WAM) — Leaders from Latin America affirmed that current global economic transformations, including the restructuring of global supply chains and the acceleration of digital transformation, are opening a strategic window for countries across the continent to strengthen their presence in international markets. They stressed that capitalising on these opportunities requires investment […]
DUBAI, 3rd February, 2026 (WAM) — Fresh off the heat and glare of Melbourne, the story of this year’s Australian Open will roll straight from the Rod Laver Arena into Dubai. Elena Rybakina, this weekend’s Grand Slam winner, having dethroned defending champion Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 on Saturday, will return to the Dubai Duty […]
ABU DHABI, 30th January, 2026 (WAM) — The Al Wathba Plant Festival, one of the key events held alongside the Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Agricultural Excellence Award, will run from 2nd to 13th February 2026. The festival aims to support local agriculture, promote sustainability and food security, and encourage high-quality plant production. It will feature […]
SHARJAH, 26th January, 2026 (WAM) — Expo Centre Sharjah is set to launch the third edition of the Al Dhaid Agriculture Exhibition in the city of Al Dhaid, reinforcing its role as a key platform for advancing sustainable agriculture and food security. Recognised as the first event of its kind in the region, the exhibition […]
ABU DHABI, 20th January, 2026 (WAM) — Brazilian football legend and former coach Arthur Antunes Coimbra, widely known as Zico, has announced his participation in the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026, to be held from 6 to 15 February. Zico said his participation reflects the spirit of the event, stressing that the The Open […]
ABU DHABI, 12th January, 2026 (WAM) — In the presence of Sheikh Ahmed bin Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Agricultural Club, the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) organised a “Farmers’ Open Day” at its Al Kuwaitat Research Station in Al Ain. During the event, Sheikh Ahmed commended […]
DUBAI, 11th January, 2026 (WAM) — The Supreme Organising Committee of the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026, held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, has unveiled the full schedule and latest updates for the international […]
ABU DHABI, 31st December, 2025 (WAM) — The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector, in collaboration with the Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an, has opened applications for the 2026 edition of Abu Dhabi’s Healthcare Research and Innovation Fund. The fund is now accepting proposals from researchers, healthcare […]
