Kuwait City: His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, departed Kuwait, marking the end of his official visit. According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed was seen off at Kuwait International Airport by H.H. Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Prime Minister of Kuwait. The farewell also included several Sheikhs, ministers, and senior officials, highlighting the significance of the visit.

Al Ain: H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, has received the winners of the Khalifa Award for Education 2025 from Al Ain Region. The meeting was attended by Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Humaid Al Houti, Secretary-General of the Khalifa Award for Education. According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed congratulated the winners of the 18th Khalifa Award for Education, acknowledging their initiatives and projects that exemplify innovation and excellence in the education sector. During the meeting, His Highness received a brief overview of the award,

Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today welcomed His Highness Sheikh Rashid bin Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla, the Crown Prince of Umm Al Qaiwain, during a meeting held at Qasr Al Bahr. According to Emirates News Agency, the meeting provided an opportunity for Their Highnesses to exchange greetings with guests present at the majlis and engage in friendly discussions. The dialogue also touched on various topics concerning national affairs and issues that promote the UAE’s development and progress. The gathering witnessed the presence of several prominent figures, including H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed

Seoul: As part of its ‘Academic Degree’ series for June 2025, the Dr. Sultan Al Qasimi Centre (DSQC) has revisited the 2011 awarding of an honorary doctorate in political science to His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, by Republic of Korea’s Hanyang University (HYU). According to Emirates News Agency, the university, one of Korea’s oldest academic institutions, conferred the degree in recognition of the Sharjah ruler’s contributions to political and economic development. It also acknowledged his role in promoting cultural exchange between the UAE and South Korea. During the ceremony

Dubai: In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister, has ordered the release of 985 inmates of various nationalities from Dubai’s correctional and punitive establishments, ahead of Eid Al Adha. According to Emirates News Agency, Chancellor Essam Issa Al Humaidan, Attorney General of Dubai, stated that His Highness Sheikh Mohammed’s order to pardon the inmates reflects his keenness to bring happiness to their families and provide them with an opportunity to start a new life and reintegrate themselves into society. Al Humaidan further mentioned that Dubai Public

Sharjah: In a groundbreaking scientific achievement coinciding with World Environment Day and underscoring its leadership in marine environmental protection, the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) in Sharjah has announced the completion of the first research study of its kind in the Middle East to monitor the ingestion of marine debris, microplastics, and oil residues by seabirds. Conducted as part of the Sharjah Strandings Response Program, the study was recently published in the scientific journal Marine Pollution Bulletin, marking a significant milestone in understanding the invisible environmental threats facing seabirds along the UAE’s coasts and the wider region. According to

Dubai: The Emirates Dermatology Society recently organised a public awareness march at Al Safa Park in Dubai as part of its campaign, “Don’t Rest Until It’s Clear,” to raise awareness and provide support for individuals affected by psoriasis. According to Emirates News Agency, psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects more than 125 million people worldwide. Beyond its visible symptoms, it can lead to emotional distress, mental health issues, and social stigma. In the UAE, the disease affects approximately 3 to 4 percent of the population, aligning with global rates. Dr Ayman Al Naeem, President of the Emirates Dermatology

Ras Al Khaimah: H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, has ordered the release of 411 prisoners ahead of Eid Al Adha. The decision underscores the ruler’s commitment to providing pardoned inmates a chance to begin anew, while also fostering stability within their families. According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah, has instructed the relevant authorities to carry out the necessary legal procedures to implement Sheikh Saud’s directive. This move is seen as a reflection of the leadership’s