NEW YORK, 21st July, 2025 (WAM) – Worldwide, some of the most widespread and damaging drought events in recorded history have occurred in recent years due to climate change and resource depletion. This is according to a new report from the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), the U.S. National Drought Mitigation Center (NDMC) and […]
ABU DHABI, 17th July, 2025 (WAM) – Sheikh Salem bin Khalid Al Qasimi, Minister of Culture and Chairman of the UAE National Commission for Education, Culture, and Science, expressed his pride in the unanimous decision made by the World Heritage Committee during its 47th session in Paris to inscribe the Al Faya site in the […]
ABU DHABI, 18th June, 2025 (WAM) — T4 Education has announced that the Applied Technology Schools – Umm Al Quwain campus has been selected as a Top 10 finalist School for the World’s Best School Prizes 2025 in “Innovation” category. This achievement reflects the UAE’s leadership in technical and vocational education and its efforts to […]
ABU DHABI, 4th May 2025 (WAM) — Delegates attending the 11th edition of the International Conference in Dermatology and Aesthetics (AIDA) in Abu Dhabi emphasised the significance of ongoing professional development for newly qualified medical practitioners, with a view to acquiring additional experience and refining their competencies. Furthermore, emphasis was placed on the significance of […]
A strategic move to elevate the capital’s presence among global luxury destinations Baghdad, Iraq- In a significant gesture reflecting Rixos’ growing interest in the Iraqi market, Mr. Fettah Tamince, Founder and Chairman of the prestigious global hospitality Rixos Brand, arrived in Baghdad on Thursday, April 17, 2025. His visit marks a milestone in the city’s […]
DUBAI, 14th April, 2025 (WAM) – Worldwide semiconductor revenue totaled $655.9 billion in 2024, up 21% from $542.1 billion in 2023, according to final results by Gartner, Inc. NVIDIA climbed to the No. 1 position, overtaking Samsung Electronics and Intel for the first time.“The position shift among the top 10 semiconductor vendor revenue ranking is […]
DUBAI, 6th April 2025 (WAM) — The 29th edition of the Dubai World Cup concluded last night at the iconic Meydan Racecourse in Dubai, showcasing a thrilling spectacle of horse racing excellence. A total of 102 horses from 13 countries competed across nine races, with a combined prize pool of US$30.5 million. The main event […]
SHARJAH, 21st March, 2025 (WAM) – The Sharjah Charity International (SCI) announced an important milestone in its efforts to provide clean drinking water to areas facing severe water shortages. In 2024, the organisation drilled 8,860 wells and set up six desalination plants at a total cost of AED 34.2 million, focusing on countries in Africa […]
Egypt: Rixos Hotels Egypt is thrilled to announce an extraordinary concert featuring the Grammy Award-winning global superstar Enrique Iglesias, set to take place at Rixos Radamis Sharm El Sheikh on the 3rd of May 2025. With over 70 million records sold worldwide, this iconic artist will bring an electrifying performance to Sharm El Sheikh for […]
MUSCAT,15th February, 2025 (WAM) – GCC countries ranked first in global energy indicators and first in crude oil production, crude oil reserves, crude oil exports and natural gas reserves. Additionally, the GCC countries ranked second worldwide in natural gas exports and third in marketed natural gas production, according to data issued by the Statistical Centre […]
BEIJING, 4th December, 2024 (WAM) — A report titled “20 Case Examples for 20 Years: Private Sector’s Sustainable Development in China” was released at the United Nations office in China. Twenty Chinese companies, participants in the UN Global Compact, showcased their ongoing commitment to sustainability through a live roadshow. “In the last decade, China has […]
ABU DHABI, 25th November, 2024 (WAM) – The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) has launched its winter aid campaign, benefiting 250,000 people around the world. This initiative aims to mitigate the impact of cold weather, particularly in countries hosting refugees. The campaign includes the distribution of large quantities of food and health packages, winter clothing, heating […]
