The World Governments Summit (WGS) 2026 in Dubai presented an exceptional model of sophisticated hospitality, seamlessly blending authentic Emirati generosity with a contemporary spirit. Throughout the event, the UAE demonstrated its ability to transform hospitality from a traditional service into a comprehensive cultural and human experience befitting a global gathering of thought leaders and decision-makers.
The UAE dominated the archery competitions at the 8th edition of the Arab Women Sports Tournament (AWST 2026) in Sharjah, topping the medal standings with two gold, four silver and two bronze medals as the competitions concluded on Wednesday. Sharjah Women’s Sports Club and Abu Dhabi Archery Club led the UAE’s success across recurve and
Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences and Technology (SAASST) at the University of Sharjah has issued a precise forecast for sighting the Ramadan crescent for the A.H. 1447, drawing on meticulous astronomical calculations conducted by its specialists. The concerned SAASST team explained that the moon reaches central conjunction with the sun on Tuesday, February 17,
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres announced today that he has submitted to the General Assembly a list of 40 prominent international experts from different regions of the world, including Tuka Alhanai from the United Arab Emirates, in preparation for the establishment of the Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence. He described the move as
The United Arab Emirates is marking the International Day of Human Fraternity by reaffirming its global role in promoting tolerance, peaceful coexistence, and equality among all people. The occasion commemorates the historic 2019 signing of the “Human Fraternity Document” on 4th February in Abu Dhabi, a landmark event that has since catalysed several international initiatives
H.H. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Sheraa, witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between BEEAH and the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa) to launch DARE 2.0, a co-branded internal innovation accelerator designed to embed intrapreneurship across BEEAH and translate employee ideas into scalable business impact. The MoU was signed by Khaled
The UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation has introduced the “Supporting Family Award” as a new category at the Abu Dhabi World Jiu-Jitsu Awards, in line with the UAE designating 2026 as the Year of Family. The award recognises families whose involvement goes beyond encouragement from the stands, extending to daily and consistent support that helps create a
