ABU DHABI, 7th February, 2026 (WAM) — The People of Determination competitions have officially launched at the Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Agricultural Excellence Award pavilion during the Sheikh Zayed Festival in Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi, drawing strong participation from contestants and their families in an atmosphere reflecting the UAE’s values of inclusivity and social solidarity. […]
ABU DHABI, 4th February, 2026 (WAM) — Zayed Authority for People of Determination, in collaboration with strategic partners worldwide, marked the International Day of Human Fraternity by launching a film carrying a global humanitarian message focused on human dignity, inclusion and equal opportunity. The message emanates from Abu Dhabi, a city that has placed humanity […]
DUBAI, 9th January, 2026 (WAM) — Jérémy Boissinot, entrepreneur, founding partner and CEO of AI marketing platform Favikon, revealed that 9 out of 10 people do not believe what they see online, according to a randomised survey conducted by the platform. Boissinot was speaking at a session titled ‘How to Find Creators In an AI […]
ABU DHABI, 8th January, 2026 (WAM) — The year 2025 marked a pivotal milestone in the journey of the Zayed Authority for People of Determination, which provides services to more than 28,000 beneficiaries, including 2,100 male and female students enrolled across its centres in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. During this year, the authority transitioned […]
ABU DHABI, 4th January, 2026 (WAM) — The Zayed Authority for People of Determination reaffirmed its commitment to supporting and promoting Braille as a fundamental pillar for empowering people who are blind or visually impaired, enhancing their inclusion in society and strengthening the role of the family as a key partner in education, independence and […]
ARIZONA, 3rd January, 2026 (WAM) — A private helicopter crashed Friday in a mountainous area of Arizona, killing all four people aboard, officials said. The crash took place around 11 am near Telegraph Canyon, about 64 miles (103 kilometres) east of Phoenix, the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office said in a post on the social platform […]
ABU DHABI, 19th December, 2025 (WAM) — Zayed Authority for People of Determination has added a new achievement to the UAE’s international record, following the official recognition by Guinness World Records of the world’s longest chain of lanyards, measuring 663.53 metres. The record-breaking chain consists of 1,300 lanyards, handcrafted by people of determination, with the […]
DUBAI, 7th December, 2025 (WAM) — Under directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) has successfully and in record time completed the packing of over 10 million meals in food aid to be sent to […]
AJMAN, 29th November, 2025 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, has stated that Commemoration Day is a profound national occasion that embodies the highest values of sacrifice and devotion. “This day honours men who were true to their duty and met it with honour, rising […]
CAIRO, 29th November, 2025 (WAM) — The Arab Parliament reiterated its call on the international community to shoulder its legal and humanitarian responsibilities, ensure an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire, secure the unrestricted flow of aid, and provide international protection for the Palestinian people in all occupied territories. Mohammed bin Ahmed Al-Yammahi, President of the Arab […]
COLOMBO, 28th November, 2025 (WAM) — Sri Lank’s Disaster Management Centre (DMC) reported that 61 people have died and 25 remain missing as severe weather linked to Cyclone Ditwah continues to affect the country. According to the DMC, the ongoing adverse conditions, which began on 16th November, have so far impacted 43,991 individuals from 12,313 […]
DUBAI, 28th November, 2025 (WAM) — The Dubai Sports Sector Strategic Plan 2033, launched by H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, aims to develop the sports sector and enhance its competitiveness and global appeal. It also aims to increase the number of major sporting events hosted […]
