Moscow: The Sharjah Police Academy Orchestra captivated audiences at Moscow’s Red Square with its outstanding performance during the 17th edition of the ‘Spasskaya Tower’ International Military Music Festival, delivering a high-caliber artistic show that highlighted the richness of Emirati culture. According to Emirates News Agency, the festival, held from 22 to 31 August, is considered one of the three largest events of its kind in the world. It brings together the finest Russian and international military bands, presidential honour guards, and authentic folklore ensembles. The event plays a major role in fostering cultural dialogue among nations and in strengthening bonds

Lisbon: Portugal’s authorities announced that between 27 July and 15 August, 1,331 excess deaths from extreme heat were reported with the over 75 age group particularly hard hit, Euronews reported. The months of July and August in Portugal were marked by several warnings of high temperatures that coincided with a significant increase in mortality. According to Emirates News Agency, data analysed by the Pºblico newspaper from the Death Certificates Information System (SICO) indicated there were 20 consecutive days of excess mortality between 27 July and 15 August, resulting in 1,331 deaths, a relative increase of 25%. The Directorate-General for Health

Abu dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, following the passing of the mother of Prince Fahd bin Muqrin bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. According to Emirates News Agency, similar messages were dispatched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court. These messages were extended to express their sympathies to the Saudi King

Abu dhabi: The UAE has presented a distinguished model in the political empowerment of women, stemming from a firm belief in their competence and ability to achieve meaningful and positive impact across all sectors of work, and to contribute effectively to the sustainable development process witnessed by the nation. The landmark decision in 2019 to raise women’s representation in the Federal National Council (FNC) to 50 percent reflected the UAE leadership’s vision of strengthening political empowerment for women. This step placed the UAE first in the Arab world and the wider region in terms of female parliamentary representation, and fourth

Abu dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has dispatched 30 tonnes of medical supplies, including emergency medicines, to the Republic of Chad to help contain the outbreak of cholera. This action is part of the UAE’s global humanitarian efforts to support the healthcare sector in Africa and to take immediate measures to prevent the spread of diseases. According to Emirates News Agency, Dr. Tareq Ahmed Al Ameri, Chairman of the UAE Aid Agency, stated that the UAE, under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, remains committed to addressing health challenges worldwide. The UAE is developing

Dubai: The global education sector is witnessing a transformative shift as artificial intelligence (AI) becomes an integral part of school curricula. Beginning with the 2025-2026 academic year, UAE public schools will introduce Artificial Intelligence as a formal subject across all grades, from kindergarten to grade 12. According to Emirates News Agency, this initiative aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand AI principles and apply them in daily life, aligning with the UAE’s vision of preparing future generations to navigate rapid global changes and create innovative solutions. The Ministry of Education has announced that around 1,000