Osaka: The UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, today celebrated a major milestone as it welcomed its two millionth visitor, affirming its status as a destination of inspiration, dialogue and cross-cultural exchange. According to Emirates News Agency, the milestone was marked with a special celebration inspired by Japan’s beloved Tanabata Festival, reinforcing the Pavilion’s ethos of shared experiences and collective hope for the future. As part of the celebration, visitors were invited to write their wishes for a better future on custom-designed Tanzaku cards and hang them on the Pavilion’s outdoor signage. Tanabata is a traditional Japanese festival that

Sharjah: Graphene Innovations Manchester (GIM), a UK-headquartered deep-tech company internationally recognised for transforming graphene, AI, and robotics into industrial-scale innovations, has opened GIM WildCat, a cutting-edge facility at Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTI Park). GIM WildCat is a Commercial Development Centre and Investor Engagement Hub, marking a strong new phase in GIM’s global journey by accelerating the commercialisation of revolutionary graphene-based technologies in the Middle East and beyond. According to Emirates News Agency, GIM has a global presence, including in the UK, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Asia, and the US, and is pioneering advanced materials across key sectors. This

Sharjah: The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST) at the University of Sharjah, through the Sharjah Astronomical Observatory (SAO), has achieved a significant milestone by successfully observing one of the most challenging stellar occultations of the year. This accomplishment marks a new chapter in the Academy’s contributions to the field of astronomy on a global scale. According to Emirates News Agency, the event garnered considerable attention from occultation experts worldwide. The stellar occultation was caused by the asteroid Quaoar, a Trans-Neptunian Object (TNO) with an estimated diameter of about 1,110 kilometers. Quaoar orbits the Sun at a

Abu dhabi: The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) warned on Monday that the food system in Gaza is in total collapse, and that more lives will be lost as a result of severe starvation due to the inaccessibility of aid. According to Emirates News Agency, OCHA said Gaza families risked their lives to get food, adding that acute malnutrition among children has doubled as infant formula is running out, according to the UN’s official website.

Ajman: Ajman University (AU) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with DIB, the world’s first Islamic bank and the largest in the UAE, to strengthen career pathways for Emirati students and support workforce readiness in alignment with national development priorities. According to Emirates News Agency, the agreement, signed by Dr. Karim Seghir, Chancellor of Ajman University, and Rafia Al Abbar, SVP – Head of Human Resources at DIB, marks a joint commitment to preparing career-ready graduates equipped with the skills, mindset, and practical experience required to thrive in today’s dynamic job market. As part of the MoU, DIB

Abu dhabi: The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) imposed varying financial sanctions amounting to AED4,100,000 on three exchange houses, pursuant to Article (14) of the Federal Decree Law No. (20) of 2018 on Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism and Illegal Organisations and its amendments. According to Emirates News Agency, the financial sanction has been imposed after assessing the findings of an examination conducted by the CBUAE, which revealed that the three exchange houses failed to comply with AML/CFT policies and procedures. The CBUAE, through its supervisory and regulatory mandates, endeavours to ensure that all exchange houses,

Abu dhabi: Tadweer Group, the sole authority for waste management in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Company (ADQ), today announced that it has officially joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC). The milestone reinforces Tadweer Group’s commitment to unlocking the value of waste through innovative circular economy solutions, while aligning with the UAE’s Net-Zero 2050 Strategic Initiative and the national Green Agenda 2030. According to Emirates News Agency, established in 2000, the UN Global Compact is the world’s largest voluntary corporate sustainability initiative, uniting more than 20,000 companies across over 160 countries

Dubai: The World Green Economy Summit (WGES), held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has consolidated its position as a catalyst for global climate action and a strategic platform to empower societies most vulnerable to the effects of climate change. This is achieved by addressing viable, practical solutions to enhance climate security. According to Emirates News Agency, the summit, organised by the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), and the World Green Economy Organisation (WGEO), will hold its 11th edition on