Author: Editorial Team
ABU DHABI, 16th July, 2026 (WAM) — AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), a global enabler of integrated trade, industry and logistics solutions, has signed a logistics partnership agreement with Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club, under which AD Ports Group becomes the Official Logistics Partner of Team Abu Dhabi F1H2O for the 2026 UIM F1H2O World Championship. The agreement was signed by Sultan Al Ghaithi, Group Chief Human Resources Officer, AD Ports Group; and Thani Al Qamzi, Executive Director of Team Abu Dhabi and Modern Sports, Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club, in the presence of senior officials and representatives from both…
NEW DELHI — India has ordered ship operators and recruitment companies not to deploy the country’s seafarers on vessels undertaking trips through the Strait of Hormuz amid renewed hostilities in the region. “No deployment of Indian seafarers on vessels undertaking voyages involving passage through the Strait of Hormuz until further orders,” the Directorate General of Shipping said in a notice issued late Wednesday. India is the world’s third-largest supplier of seafarers, with more than 300,000 sailors working across global shipping fleets, according to government data. The order referred to several recent drone attacks on shipping in and around the strait…
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority are now offering autonomous taxi services to the public for Dh5. These services, available only in Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah for now, are being offered in partnership with Apollo Go. Earlier, this service on the Apollo Go app, was available free of charge. Khaleej Times earlier reported that these rides were, however, chargeable on the Uber app, signalling that this novelty would soon become part of residents’ everyday lives. Autonomous taxis operate through an integrated software system powered by artificial intelligence, high-definition digital maps, and deep learning algorithms, enabling real-time data processing and decision-making during…
DUBAI, 16th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) launched the Emirates Majalis initiative under the slogan “Closer to Each Other”, during its inaugural session held at Al Khawaneej Majlis, in the presence of Abdulaziz Al Mulla, Director General of the FTA, and a number of UAE nationals. The initiative comes as part of the Authority’s commitment to strengthening direct and effective communication with UAE citizens, listening to their enquiries and suggestions, and fostering stronger community engagement. During the session, he addressed a range of topics of interest to citizens, listened to the attendees’ comments and enquiries, and…
A viral social media trend encouraging children to heat ‘slime’ in microwave ovens has triggered a warning from Dubai Police, with doctors in the UAE cautioning parents that the seemingly harmless experiment can lead to serious injuries. Authorities recently advised families to remain vigilant after videos promoting the practice began spreading online. With children spending more time at home during the summer break and exploring activities to stay entertained, experts warn that heating slime can cause dangerous chemical reactions, producing hot vapours and heated materials that may splatter, trigger burns, or even lead to small fires. Healthcare professionals say children…
KYIV — Protests have erupted in several Ukrainian cities against President Volodymyr Zelensky’s surprise dismissal of popular Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. A crowd of mostly young people gathered in Kyiv on Thursday morning, holding up signs reading “Hands off Fedorov” and “Stop sabotaging victory!” and chanting “Shame!”. Zelensky’s decision has causing significant upset among commentators and the military as well as parts of civil society. The rumors that the end of Fedorov’s tenure was related to tensions between him and Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi were all but confirmed by Fedorov himself and Zelensky. On Thursday, Fedorov revealed he had suggested to…
Rajesh Soman, Group CFO, MHD Automotive; Amol Dilip Pande, CFO, MHD Automotive; Mohammed Shahjahan, Head of Information Technology (ISD); and Jayan Vijayasankar, General Manager, Sales from IntelliSoft. Muscat — Mohsin Haider Darwish L.L.C (MHD Automotive), one of Oman’s leading automotive distributors, has announced the adoption of autoX on SAP Cloud ERP Private as part of its ongoing digital transformation strategy. The implementation will be delivered by IntelliSoft. The initiative is aimed at modernising and integrating MHD Automotive’s operations across its extensive portfolio of global automotive brands. The company represents a wide range of passenger and commercial vehicle manufacturers, including Jaguar Land Rover, MG Motor,…
ATLANTA — England’s attempt to protect a one-goal lead against Argentina backfired as Lionel Messi orchestrated a dramatic late comeback to send the defending champions into the World Cup final with a 2-1 victory on Wednesday. Coach Thomas Tuchel reshaped his side after Anthony Gordon’s 55th-minute opener, introducing extra defenders in an effort to preserve England’s advantage. Instead, Argentina overwhelmed the Three Lions with relentless pressure before Enzo Fernández equalized in the 85th minute and substitute Lautaro Martínez headed in the winner in stoppage time. “They won every header. They kept crossing and crossing. So we went to a back…
Hiring and managing a domestic worker in Dubai has become faster and simpler after the General Directorate of Identity and Foreign Affairs (GDRFA Dubai) introduced a fully integrated digital service that combines multiple government procedures into a single customer journey. The initiative, titled ‘Domestic Workers Management’, has now been recognized as the Best Digital City Experience under the Hamdan bin Mohammed Program for Government Services, with GDRFA Dubai celebrating the achievement at a ceremony on Thursday. The award reflects Dubai’s continued push to streamline government services by reducing bureaucracy and making essential services more convenient for residents. Stay up to…
RAS EL HEKMA, Egypt,16th July, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi-based Modon Holding and Nammos Hotels & Resorts have announced Nammos Ras El Hekma – the renowned lifestyle and hospitality brand’s first fully integrated destination in Egypt. Located within the Wadi Yemm precinct, the development will bring Ras El Hekma’s promise of timeless Mediterranean living to life, combining Nammos Residences, Nammos Resort, Nammos Village, and a curated selection of all-day dining and wellness experiences, including the globally renowned Nammos Restaurant & Beach Club. Nammos Ras El Hekma represents a new expression of contemporary Mediterranean luxury. Reflecting both the natural beauty of…