Abu Dhabi: Construction of supporting infrastructure for a cutting-edge solar telescope began Tuesday in Daocheng County in southwest China’s Sichuan Province, marking a significant step toward a new era of high-resolution solar observation. According to Emirates News Agency, the 2.5-metre Wide-field and High-resolution Solar Telescope, a national research instrumentation project, is led by Nanjing University in collaboration with the Nanjing Institute of Astronomical Optics and Technology and the Yunnan Observatories, both under the Chinese Academy of Sciences. The construction of the telescope officially began in 2022. Upon completion, it will be the world’s largest axisymmetric solar telescope. Strategically situated at

Sharjah: The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), in collaboration with the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), has announced the inauguration of the 2025 edition of Sharjah Summer Promotions. This year’s event will run from July 1 to September 1, featuring the participation of over 1,000 retail outlets across various cities and regions in the emirate. According to Emirates News Agency, this edition is organised in cooperation with SCCI’s Shopping Malls Sector Business Group and coordinated with several government entities in Sharjah. A significant new addition is ‘Shamsa’, a mascot character created to engage families and children,

Dubai: The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has organised a training workshop for the Longevity Ambassadors Programme, bringing together a select group of middle-aged individuals from across the emirates. The participants were chosen for their potential to become influential advocates in promoting a culture of health that supports quality of life as people age. The initiative aligns with the ministry’s strategy to promote public health by fostering a preventive, informed, and health-conscious society. According to Emirates News Agency, the workshop, held at the Ministry’s headquarters in Dubai, spanned three days and is part of MoHAP’s efforts to build a

Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is exploring the adoption of quantum technologies across three core domains: quantum communication, quantum computing, and quantum cybersecurity. The initiative targets key sectors such as transportation, mobility systems, and smart infrastructure. It aims to enhance the performance of intelligent systems, accelerate the transition to smart mobility, and reinforce digital security, while also advancing data protection, fostering sustainability and innovation, and anticipating the future. According to Emirates News Agency, RTA organised a specialised scientific workshop titled ‘Quantum Communication and Its Applications in Smart Infrastructure’, in collaboration with Cisco, the global leader in networking technologies

Dubai: Dubai Municipality, in celebration of World Hydrography Day, organised an event titled ‘Enhancing Safety, Efficiency, and Sustainability in Maritime Activities’, aimed at highlighting the importance of hydrographic surveying in supporting infrastructure. It also showcased the municipality’s pioneering efforts in producing nautical charts and promoting sustainable use of marine resources in line with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). According to Emirates News Agency, Dubai Municipality is a member of the International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO) and the event underscored its efforts in developing the hydrographic survey system and its role in enhancing navigational safety and ensuring the sustainable use of marine environments.

Dubai: The Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) continues to receive submissions for the inaugural edition of the Research Awards 2025, launched in February 2025. The initiative highlights DGHR’s strategic vision to support scientific research and invest in human capital to enhance Dubai’s government workplace with research insights and practical ideas that increase employees’ quality of life. According to Emirates News Agency, the department has received 20 research papers from 13 government entities. Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) has contributed five entries, followed by DGHR with three. Other contributors include Dubai Health Authority, Digital Dubai Authority, Dubai Electricity and

Kuwait City: The price of Kuwait crude oil fell by $1.32 during Monday’s trading, reaching $76.32 per barrel compared to $77.64 per barrel on Sunday, as reported by the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation on Tuesday. According to Emirates News Agency, Brent crude experienced a drop of $5.53, bringing its price to $71.48 per barrel. Similarly, West Texas Intermediate saw a decrease of $5.53, settling at $68.51 per barrel.

Abu Dhabi: H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, engaged in a phone conversation with Jeyhun Bayramov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan, to deliberate on the latest developments in the Middle East and their implications for regional peace and security. According to Emirates News Agency, both ministers emphasized the importance of diplomacy and dialogue as crucial tools in addressing ongoing crises and in fostering the foundations for lasting security and stability across the region and beyond. Sheikh Abdullah and Minister Bayramov also explored several issues of mutual interest related to bilateral