Sharjah: Prof. Hamid M.K. Al Naimiy, Director of the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST), welcomed a delegation from the UAE Space Agency with the goal of strengthening cooperation in space science, engineering, and computing. According to Emirates News Agency, the visit was organised in collaboration with the University of Sharjah’s (UoS) Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Graduate Studies, the Sharjah Smart Center for Climate Resilience, and the Research Outreach Department. The visit included a discussion session led by Prof. Al Naimiy and attended by academics and experts from both SAASST and the UAE

Dubai: Dubai Municipality has announced the opening of registration for the 14th cycle of the Dubai International Best Practices Award for Sustainable Development. Organised in partnership with the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), the award honours innovative ideas, projects, and global practices that advance urban growth, elevate the quality of life, and enhance living environments worldwide. According to Emirates News Agency, winners of the award will be announced during the World Governments Summit in 2026. The award aims to spotlight pioneering global efforts that make a measurable impact on urban planning, sustainable development, and community well-being. It supports international

Zhanjiang: Guangdong Medical University has launched what it says is the country’s first artificial intelligence medical school, aimed at producing high-quality students while embracing transformation in educating those in the field of medicine in the AI era. Lu Jinghui, secretary and president of the Guangdong Medical University, said the initiative will help create open-source medical education application scenarios for domestic medical AI models and support the development of AI literacy in knowledge learning, clinical research, and diagnosis and treatment throughout students’ growth from campus to hospital. According to Emirates News Agency, the AI Medical School model was developed online using

Abu dhabi: Abu Dhabi will host the 2026 World Triathlon Multisport Championships, cementing its reputation as a premier global destination for multisport and endurance events. Abdulraheem Hassan Al Zarooni, Corporate Communications Office Director at the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), and Jamie Dean, Executive Director – Sports at Modon, received the championship flag from this year’s host, the Spanish city of Pontevedra, during the tournament’s closing ceremony. The handover marked the official announcement of Abu Dhabi as the host city of the upcoming edition in November next year. According to Emirates News Agency, Talal Mustafa Al Hashemi, Executive Director of

Abu dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis engaged in a phone call to explore bilateral cooperation and discuss regional developments. The conversation centered on strengthening ties across various sectors. According to Emirates News Agency, the two leaders reviewed collaboration in areas such as the economy, investment, advanced technology, artificial intelligence, food security, renewable energy, and sustainability. They highlighted the significance of expanding cooperation to foster development in both nations and to further the goals of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the UAE and Greece. The discussion also included an

Abu dhabi: Hotel establishments in Abu Dhabi generated revenues amounting to AED847 million in April 2025, comprising AED540 million from rooms, AED256 million from food and beverage, and AED51 million from other services. According to Emirates News Agency, hotels across the emirate welcomed approximately 531,000 guests in March 2025. The figures underscore Abu Dhabi’s growing appeal as a global tourism destination, supported by a diverse range of accommodation options and elevated service standards. A total of 172 hotel establishments were in operation during the month, offering 34,383 hotel rooms. The total number of guest nights exceeded 1.52 million, with an

Abu dhabi: Sheikh Sultan bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Frontline Heroes Office, has attended the 4th Abu Dhabi Summer Sports. According to Emirates News Agency, Sheikh Sultan reviewed the event’s advanced infrastructure and praised its significance as a leading platform strengthening community wellbeing. The event aligns with the aspirations of the UAE Year of Community.

Moscow: A press conference in Moscow introduced the new international BRICS Literary Award, established in November 2024 at the Traditional Values Forum, according to TV BRICS. Participants of the meeting emphasised the importance of cultural exchange and the role of literature in the development of humanitarian cooperation between the countries of the association. According to Emirates News Agency, the Eurasian Media Group is the media partner of the event, and Sergey Demensky is the ambassador of the award. The event was attended by Sergey Stepashin, President of the Russian Book Union, Dmitry Kuznetsov, State Duma Deputy and Head of the