Author: Editorial Team
ABU DHABI, 8th May, 2026 (WAM) — Christian Stocker, Chancellor of the Republic of Austria, yesterday visited ADNOC’s Headquarters during his official visit to the United Arab Emirates. The visit followed a tour at the Make it in the Emirates platform where he met with Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Chairman of Masdar and Executive Chairman of XRG. The visit follows the recent completion of the transactions by OMV Aktiengesellschaft (OMV) and ADNOC’s global investment arm, XRG, to form…
Scientists at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) have identified a protein that acts as a master regulator of fat tissue health. When this protein does not function properly, the body develops fat cells that are abnormally large, leading to obesity and a host of other health problems. The protein, which is called nuclear myosin 1c, or NM1, helps control how genes are turned on and off inside the nucleus, and plays a critical role in maintaining healthy fat tissue. The research found that when NM1 is impaired or absent, fat cells fail to mature properly. Instead of developing normally,…
The move reflects CFI’s continued commitment to strengthening its presence in high-growth markets and bringing its offering to a broader audience of traders and investors Published: Fri 8 May 2026, 1:09 PM CFI Financial Group, a globally recognized leader in online trading services, today announced the launch of its operations in Colombia, marking another milestone in the Group’s ongoing global expansion strategy. This move reflects CFI’s continued commitment to strengthening its presence in high-growth markets and bringing its offering to a broader audience of traders and investors. Following its authorization from the Superintendencia Financiera de Colombia (SFC) to establish a…
ABU DHABI, 8th May, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Airports’ commercial free zone arm, Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone (ADAFZ), has signed landmark agreements with key players in Abu Dhabi’s business ecosystem, Abu Dhabi Food Hub and Wio, the UAE’s leading digital bank, during its participation at Make it in the Emirates (MIITE) 2026. ADAFZ manages one of the emirate’s largest free zone land banks, spanning approximately 90 million sqm of gross land area across three strategic airport locations: Zayed International Airport (AUH), Al Bateen Executive Airport (AZI), and Al Ain International Airport (AAN). Home to more than 500 registered…
Apart from palaces and venues of meeting with high-profile dignitaries, a recent visit by Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El Sisi to the UAE shed a light on the fraternal relationship between him and President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Upon his arrival, El Sisi was welcomed at the airport by Sheikh Mohamed before the two leaders engaged in discussions on the strong ties between Egypt and the UAE, in addition to cooperation, particularly in areas that contribute to further prosperity for Egyptians and Emiratis. During the visit, the UAE President—known for his close connection with residents—accompanied El Sisi on…
ABU DHABI, 8th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Captains Holding, MENA’s biggest marine solution and a subsidiary of EasyLease, has partnered with Al Seer Marine. The two companies, who are subsidiaries of IHC, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop and operate an integrated maritime ecosystem in the UAE. Across the partnership, the two companies will work together to deliver an end-to-end maritime offering, spanning vessel development, manufacturing, operations and technical support. The collaboration brings together two complementary regional powerhouses to redefine on-water experiences across the UAE and the MENA region. The initiative combines The Captains Holding’s scale and…
As Eid Al Adha approaches, UAE residents are gearing up for one of the busiest shopping seasons of the year, dominated by clothing, travel bookings, electronics, and preparations for hosting guests. However, consumer protection experts warn that many shoppers are unaware of their full legal rights, leaving them vulnerable to losses when faced with a defective product, poor service, or online fraud. The law that protects you Federal Law No. 15 of 2020 on Consumer Protection, amended by Federal Decree-Law No. 5 of 2023, along with its Executive Regulations issued under Cabinet Resolution No. 66 of 2023, governs every retail…
DUBAI, 8th May, 2026 (WAM) — DP World has hosted a high-level delegation from the Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) of the Sultanate of Oman to review progress on the Al Rawdah Special Economic Zone and discuss the next stages of development. Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousef, Chairman of OPAZ, led the visiting delegation. The delegation was hosted by Essa Kazim, Group Chairman of DP World, alongside Group Chief Executive Officer Yuvraj Narayan and senior leadership from DP World GCC, including Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Ahmed Yousef Al-Hassan. The delegation met in Dubia…
The World Health Organisation said Thursday that more hantavirus cases could emerge after the disease killed three passengers from a cruise ship but it expected the outbreak to be limited if precautions were taken. Another sick passenger from the MV Hondius landed in Europe earlier in the day, as the vessel headed to the Spanish Canary Islands and health officials scrambled to map the outbreak of the potentially deadly human-to-human strain. The fate of the Hondius sparked international alarm after three people travelling on it died, though health officials have played down fears of a wider global outbreak from the…
E-scooters have become a common sight across Dubai, with residents using them for short trips, last-mile connectivity and daily commutes. But with growing usage, a question arises: where exactly are riders allowed to use them? From dedicated cycling tracks to ‘safe street’ zones, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) said that clear systems are already in place to help riders understand where they can and cannot ride. The clarification comes as Dubai Police and the RTA begin stricter monitoring of e-scooters and bicycles across the city. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. So,…