AI Healthcare agents speak over 15 widely used languages, including the Emirati dialect. Abu Dhabi: In a significant leap towards establishing an integrated innovation ecosystem, Burjeel Holdings and US-based Hippocratic AI have announced a strategic partnership aimed at transforming healthcare delivery through safe, scalable, and empathetic AI at Abu Dhabi Global Health Week. What sets […]
RAS AL KHAIMAH: A major leap for green farming in the UAE has just sprouted — the country’s first organic fertiliser facility is now officially open in Ras Al Khaimah. Built by Uterra Middle East Agro Industries, the facility sits in Al Ghail Industrial Zone and represents a $20 million investment into the future of […]
ABU DHABI: The UAE sandstorm warning is now in effect as strong winds and blowing dust are expected to hit various parts of the country over the next few days. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has raised an orange alert, urging residents to brace for low visibility and hazardous conditions. The alert reads: “Be […]
DUBAI: The Dubai Mounted Police Patrols have had a gallopingly busy year. In 2024, they completed 1,464 mounted patrols across key zones, including tourist hotspots, commercial areas, and narrow routes where cars can’t go. These patrols weren’t just for show. They handed out 463 traffic fines, secured 38 matches, and provided regular support to police […]
OSAKA: The GCC pavilions at Expo 2025 Osaka are turning heads — and rightly so. Dressed in desert hues and coast-inspired tones, these national showcases from the Gulf region are making waves with themes of innovation, humanity, and sustainability. At the centre of the action is Saudi Arabia’s pavilion, the second-largest after Japan’s. It dazzles […]
SHARJAH: The Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival 2025 (SCRF) is back for its 16th edition, welcoming authors and illustrators from 17 Arab countries — all set to inspire young minds from April 23 to May 4 at Expo Centre Sharjah. Under the theme ‘Dive Into Books’, this year’s festival brings together 43 celebrated storytellers, including writers, […]
SHARJAH: The 40th annual exhibition of Emirates Fine Arts Society (EFAS) was officially unveiled at the Sharjah Art Museum on Tuesday evening by Sheikh Salem bin Abdulrahman Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Ruler’s Office, kicking off a major cultural celebration for the emirate. This landmark exhibition, which is a staple on Sharjah’s cultural calendar, brings […]
LONDON: Royal Mail is giving its iconic red postboxes a much-needed 21st-century glow-up—after 175 years. In a bid to stay relevant in a parcel-loving world, it’s trialling high-tech upgrades, including solar panels, barcode scanners, and app features. This modern makeover is being tested in five locations, with a clear goal: make it easier for people […]
KUWAIT: In a game-changing moment for the region, Kuwait has discovered four billion barrels of oil at two sites — Al-Nokhtha-1 and Al-Julaia-2 — thanks to the power of artificial intelligence and digital transformation. The announcement came during the regional training programme “Digital Transformation and its Applications in the Oil and Gas Sector,” organised by […]
DUBAI: Emirates has made travel to Dubai even more rewarding with its My Emirates Pass now available all year round. For the first time, passengers flying to, from, or through Dubai can enjoy over 600 exclusive offers across the city – not just in summer, but winter too. The My Emirates Pass unlocks unbeatable discounts […]
NEW DELHI: In celebration of World Quantum Day on April 14, India has launched its International Technology Engagement Strategy for Quantum, laying the groundwork for international collaboration as the world gears up for the UN-designated International Year of Quantum Science and Technology in 2025. The strategy was unveiled by the Office of the Principal Scientific […]
