Dibba al-hisn: Dibba Al-Hisn Municipality has launched an environmental initiative in cooperation with Sharjah Municipality to measure outdoor air quality in various residential, agricultural, and industrial areas of the city. The initiative uses a mobile air quality monitoring vehicle and aligns with the municipality’s ongoing efforts to promote public health in the city. According to Emirates News Agency, this initiative comes under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. It supports Dibba Al-Hisn’s vision to become a leading city in health and environmental standards as part of the

Dubai: The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has called for the immediate opening of more safe routes to deliver aid to residents in northern, central, and southern Gaza. According to Emirates News Agency, in a post on the platform X, carried by Palestinian News and Information Agency (WAFA), the WFP emphasised that humanitarian assistance must be allowed to reach those in need without obstruction or risk. The agency also renewed its plea for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, warning of a deepening humanitarian catastrophe. Reiterating its alarm over the situation, the WFP stated that one in every three people

Osaka: Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi stated that the rich and distinctive content presented in the GCC countries’ pavilions at Expo 2025 Osaka professionally embodies the cultural heritage and national visions of the GCC member states. He emphasized that the displays reflect the high calibre of the GCC countries and reinforce their influential presence in international forums and global events. According to Emirates News Agency, this statement came during Albudaiwi’s visit to the Japan Pavilion and the GCC pavilions at Expo 2025 Osaka, held under the theme ‘Designing Future Society for Our Lives.’ The Secretary-General

Abu dhabi: Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence and Chairman of Sandooq Al Watan, announced that the third summer programmes, starting tomorrow and concluding on July 31, are expected to attract 50,000 school and university students from across the emirates. These programmes will take place in 54 venues, including government and private schools, as well as cultural and youth centres. According to Emirates News Agency, Sheikh Nahyan highlighted that these programmes are designed to reflect the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, focusing on fostering a strong

Dubai: The latest data released by the Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf (GCC-Stat) indicated that the rainfall rates in the GCC countries increased by 39.6% in 2023, reaching 97.2 mm, compared to 69.7 mm in 2022. However, they remained below the long-term average of 109.6 mm recorded for the period from 1980 to 2009. According to Emirates News Agency, the data showed that the number of dams collecting surface water from rainfall in GCC countries increased in 2023 to 861 dams, compared to 854 dams in 2022. On the other hand, the

Beijing: The National Library and Archives (NLA) organised a cultural session in Beijing, where it highlighted the historical and diplomatic relations between the United Arab Emirates and the People’s Republic of China. According to Emirates News Agency, the event showcased key official documents and historic photographs preserved in the archives that reflect the strong ties between the two friendly nations. The session, presented by Iman Al Braiki from the NLA, discussed the early beginnings of diplomatic relations between the two countries, which date back to the period shortly after the UAE’s federation in December 1971. During this time, diplomatic ties

Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Pony.ai, a company specializing in autonomous driving technologies, to commence pilot trials of autonomous vehicles in the emirate. The trials are scheduled to begin later this year, paving the way for the launch of a fully driverless commercial service in 2026. According to Emirates News Agency, Pony.ai recently unveiled the seventh generation of its autonomous vehicles, developed with automotive manufacturers such as Toyota, GAC, and BAIC. These vehicles are equipped with advanced artificial intelligence algorithms, supported by sensors like lidars, radars, and cameras, to ensure

Sharjah: The ninth edition of the ‘Future Media Professional’ summer programme, organised by Sharjah Media Academy-an affiliate of Sharjah Broadcasting Authority (SBA)-kicked off on Monday and will run until 31 July. The programme is designed to discover and refine young talents in media, offering hands-on training in a professional media environment. According to Emirates News Agency, the programme is held at multiple locations, including the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority headquarters, Al Wusta TV in Al Dhaid, and Al Sharqiya TV in Kalba. Participants gain real-life exposure to various media workplaces and practical skills development directly in the field. The programme features