Author: Editorial Team

Traffic bottlenecks between the emirates of Sharjah and Dubai may soon become a thing of the past. The woes which many UAE residents face daily are the subject of a major project currently underway to address this congestion, and when it is completed, it will resolve the issue, Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, UAE Minister of Energy and Infrastructure said at the Federal National Council (FNC) session. The FNC session also tackled a wide range of topics, including smart traffic technology, heavy vehicle regulations, delivery bike safety, vehicle ownership limits and the role of the private sector in infrastructure investment. Smart…

ABU DHABI, 22nd April, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Global Entrepreneurship Festival (ADGEF) 2026 concluded after three days, bringing together government entities, investors and entrepreneurs, reinforcing the emirate’s position as a global hub for innovation. The event featured over 300 speakers, workshops and high-level sessions on entrepreneurship, investment, AI and future economy trends, alongside initiatives supporting youth and social enterprises, including a AED1 million grant challenge. Participants highlighted the festival’s role in fostering collaboration, supporting startups and advancing Abu Dhabi’s knowledge-based, sustainable economy. Source: Emirates News Agency

A quiet shift is taking place inside UAE classrooms, where the words used to describe women at home are being reconsidered, and in some cases, redefined. Educators are beginning to move away from the term “housewife” in Arabic language lessons, replacing it with phrases that better reflect women’s influence within the family. At the centre of this shift is the phrase Sit Al Bait, meaning “woman of the house”, which carries connotations of leadership, responsibility, and authority within the home. The distinction may seem subtle, but educators say it changes the meaning entirely — from a limited label to one…

RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan met with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands Tom Berendsen in Riyadh on Wednesday. During the meeting, the ministers discussed joint efforts to maintain the security and safety of international waterways. They reviewed areas of bilateral cooperation between the two countries and exchanged views on regional developments. Berendsen reiterated the Dutch condemnation of Iran’s attacks on Saudi Arabia and several countries in the region. Source: Saudi Gazette

JEDDAH — Minister of Justice Walid Al-Samaani inspected the courts in the Jeddah governorate in the Makkah region, including the Enforcement Court, the Criminal Court, and the Commercial Court. The visit formed part of his ongoing monitoring of court operations and evaluation of judicial services. The minister met with several users, listened to their comments and inquiries, and instructed that they be addressed promptly to streamline procedures and improve the user experience. During his meeting with court presidents and staff, Al-Samaani expressed appreciation for the generous support the judicial system receives from the wise leadership. He stressed the importance of…

Dubai Crown Prince, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Matkoum, has paid a visit to the emirate’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) on Wednesday, April 22, to review preparations for students’ return to their classrooms earlier this week. On April 20, schools across the UAE welcomed students back as a return to in-person learning was announced by the Ministry of Education. The move marked a shift back to classrooms after more than a month of distance learning, introduced amid regional uncertainty linked to the US-Israel-Iran conflict During his visit, Sheikh Hamdan, who is also UAE Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of…

MUSCAT, 22nd April, 2026 (WAM) — The Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf (GCC-Stat) affirmed today that Gulf women continue to strengthen their presence in the development journey of GCC countries, supported by a young population base and growing participation in the labour market. In a report, the centre said indicators highlight the pivotal role of women, particularly in the health, education and tourism sectors, reflecting continued progress in empowerment and sustainable development across GCC countries. It noted that the female population in GCC countries grew by 15.8% between 2019 and 2024, reaching…

What does it take to keep going during uncertain times? Many business founders and CEOs are forced to make tough calls and re-examine leadership that is the need of the hour. Behind every redundancy decision is a calculation that goes far beyond numbers. As businesses navigate uncertainty, founders are being forced to take some of the most difficult decisions of their careers: deciding who stays and who goes. ‘You’re affecting people’s lives’ For Natasha Hatherall, founder and CEO of TishTash Group, these decisions are as personal as they are strategic. “There is no easy way to approach this,” Hatherall said.…

Abu Dhabi has announced on Wednesday, April 22, plans to introduce two new gates to the Darb Toll Gate system, as part of the Capital’s efforts to enhance traffic flow on main roads, improve the efficiency of road network usage, and reduce congestion. The two gates, which will be located on Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Street in Ghantoot and on Wahat Al Karama Street at the entrance and exit of Sheikh Zayed Street, will operate 24/7 starting May 4, 2026. They will be named Ghantoot Toll Gate and Al Qurm Toll Gate. The ITC further stated that a toll fee…

SHARJAH, 22nd April, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD), in collaboration with Ruwad, has launched an awareness platform at City Centre Al Zahia from April 23 to 25 to showcase services for investors and entrepreneurs. The platform features key offerings including instant business licensing, an AI-powered trade name generator, support services and cost estimation tools, alongside programmes supporting Emirati entrepreneurs. Officials said the initiative aims to enhance engagement with the business community, strengthen partnerships and reinforce Sharjah’s position as a leading investment destination. Source: Emirates News Agency