Abu dhabi: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) is joining forces with Abu Dhabi Hospitality Academy – Les Roches for the first time to launch the 2025 edition of its Tourism Youth Summer Camp. This initiative aims to develop Emirati talent in the fields of tourism and hospitality. According to Emirates News Agency, the Abu Dhabi Hospitality Academy is managed by Les Roches, an internationally recognized institution in hospitality and leisure education. The Academy aims to provide skills and academic knowledge necessary to nurture talent in the UAE and the region. The two-week program,

Sharjah: As the summer heat rises, the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) is inviting residents and visitors to discover a more refined way to experience summer. Through a curated selection of 18 cultural and leisure destinations across different cities in the emirate, Shurooq has positioned Sharjah as a destination where the season’s heat is met with well-designed, family-friendly, and culturally engaging alternatives. According to Emirates News Agency, Shurooq’s two standout coastal destinations, Khorfakkan Beach and Al Heera Beach, offer the longest beachfronts in their areas, each stretching 3.5 km along beautiful, well-developed shores. Whether you’re after seaside adventure or

Dubai: Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences has initiated the 2025 Summer Camp for Gifted Students under the theme “Skills of Tomorrow”. The programme was officially opened at Al Shindagha Museum, drawing in approximately 130 gifted and innovative students from across the UAE. According to Emirates News Agency, the camp is set to run for two weeks, providing a specialised learning environment aimed at nurturing future-ready skills, fostering creative thinking, and developing students’ leadership potential. Humaid Mohammed Al Qatami, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Hamdan Foundation, remarked during a tour of selected camp

Abu dhabi: Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Defence, Interior, and Foreign Affairs Committee at the Federal National Council (FNC), met today in Abu Dhabi with Martina Strong, US Ambassador to the UAE. The meeting focused on strengthening the strategic partnership and cooperation between the UAE and the US, as well as enhancing parliamentary relations between the two sides. According to Emirates News Agency, Dr. Al Nuaimi and Strong exchanged views on key regional and international developments. Dr. Al Nuaimi emphasised the vital role that parliamentary institutions play in fostering dialogue, understanding, and communication on issues of mutual

Abu dhabi: Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), praised the European Parliament’s decision to remove the UAE from the list of high-risk third countries for money laundering and terrorist financing. According to Emirates News Agency, Ghobash emphasized that this decision is a testament to the UAE’s advanced standing in establishing a robust and integrated regulatory and legislative framework that adheres to the highest international standards. The FNC Speaker commended the exceptional diplomatic efforts led by H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, noting that these efforts were instrumental in

Ajman: Engineer Omar bin Omair Al Muhairi, Director General of the Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation in Ajman, confirmed that the number of real estate transactions during June reached 1,607, with a total value of AED2.32 billion, achieving a 47% growth compared to the same period in 2024. According to Emirates News Agency, the trading volume reached AED1.53 billion, out of a total of 1,318 transactions. Al Muhairi explained that June witnessed exceptional activity and achieved record numbers, reflecting the direct increase in demand for various types of real estate in the Emirate. He added that the ‘Al

Abu dhabi: Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office and Chairman of the UAE Media Council, received a White Paper prepared by TRENDS Research and Advisory on the outcomes of the Global Media Congress 2024. This event took place at a meeting held at the National Media Office headquarters in Abu Dhabi, where Al Hamed welcomed a delegation from TRENDS, led by Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali, CEO of TRENDS Research and Advisory. According to Emirates News Agency, the meeting was attended by Dr. Jamal Mohammed Al-Kaabi, Director-General of the National Media Office; Nasser Al

Abu dhabi: M42, a global health leader driven by technology, artificial intelligence, and genomics, has announced a collaboration with GE HealthCare, a prominent innovator in medical technology, pharmaceutical diagnostics, and integrated, cloud-first AI-enabled digital solutions. This partnership aims to enhance diagnostic precision and deliver more personalized patient outcomes, marking a significant advancement in smart healthcare in the UAE. According to Emirates News Agency, M42 and GE HealthCare will leverage their combined expertise in advanced AI-powered solutions and explore collaborative go-to-market initiatives to provide smarter, more connected healthcare in the region. The focus will be on improving both clinical and operational