Abu dhabi: Dr. Ebtesam Almazrouei, Chairperson of the United Nations AI for Good Impact Initiative and a leading Emirati AI expert, has been selected for the Artificial Intelligence Council of Kazakhstan, chaired by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in recognition of her distinguished global contributions to the field. The Council brings together a distinguished group of 16 of the world’s foremost leaders in artificial intelligence. According to Emirates News Agency, Dr. Almazrouei’s selection cements her status as a global trailblazer in artificial intelligence, reflecting her transformative contributions to AI innovation and governance, while showcasing the world-class calibre of

Abu dhabi: UAE Team Emirates-XRG has enjoyed yet another memorable day in its history, with Tadej Pogacar capturing the European Road Race Championship, Brandon McNulty consolidating his overall lead at the CRO Race, and Adam Yates taking a powerful solo victory at the Coppa Agostoni. According to Emirates News Agency, in a commanding display, Tadej Pogacar, representing the Slovenian national team, launched a bold 75-kilometre solo attack in the European Championships road race, eventually riding clear to take the European title. His strength was evident from start to finish, and in doing so he adds continental gold to his palmar¨s

Abu dhabi: The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the applied research arm of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has successfully designed, built, and test-fired the UAE’s first liquid rocket engine – a milestone that cements the nation’s growing sovereign space capabilities. According to Emirates News Agency, liquid rocket engines are pivotal in modern space exploration, providing the foundation for reusable launch vehicles that will enable regular and sustainable access to space. By mastering this technology, the UAE now holds the ability to design propulsion systems essential for orbital manoeuvring, station keeping, precision spacecraft positioning, and future lunar and Martian

Abu dhabi: The United Arab Emirates observes ‘UAE Civil Aviation Day’, celebrating the notable achievements of its national aviation sector, which plays a pivotal role in the global aviation industry. This year’s event marks a significant milestone with the UAE’s seventh consecutive election to the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), underscoring the country’s influential role in shaping international civil aviation policies. According to Emirates News Agency, the first eight months of 2025 saw UAE airports welcome approximately 102.9 million passengers, reflecting a 5.3 percent growth over the 97.9 million passengers during the same period in 2024. This

Dubai: The Organising Committee of AIM Congress, the world’s leading investment platform, has announced the launch of its 15th edition from 13th to 15th April, 2026, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Held under the theme “Reshaping Global Prosperity: Unlocking New Investment Pathways Towards a Sustainable and Inclusive Future,” the event will focus on strategies to navigate major economic transformations and explore opportunities to strengthen global partnerships and develop innovative solutions to pressing economic challenges. According to Emirates News Agency, AIM Congress will highlight the critical importance of integrating innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity in building more resilient and adaptable economies

Dubai: The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) announced the establishment of a health endowment, in cooperation with Emirati businessman Abdul Rahim Mohammed Belghozooz Al Zarooni, to support the Hamdan bin Rashid Cancer Hospital under the Dubai Health Authority. According to Emirates News Agency, the AED150 million donation aims to double the hospital’s capacity, enhance efficiency, and expand services by equipping it with advanced medical technologies and global expertise. The agreement was signed in the presence of Mohammed Abdullah Al Gergawi, Secretary-General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives Foundation, and was concluded between MBRGI, Abdul

Abu dhabi: The Gulf Cooperation Council’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) at current prices rose 3 percent to $588.1 billion in the first quarter of 2025 from $570.9 billion a year earlier, data from the Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (GCC-Stat) showed on Monday. According to Emirates News Agency, non-oil activities contributed 73.2 percent of the GCC’s GDP at current prices in Q1 2025, while oil activities accounted for 26.8 percent. At current prices, the GCC’s GDP grew 0.1 percent in the first quarter of 2025, after recording $587.8 billion in the fourth

Abu dhabi: Chinese scientists have discovered that the far side of the Moon is colder deep within its interior than the side that permanently faces Earth. According to Emirates News Agency, researchers found that rocks from the Moon’s far side were formed from lava deep within its interior at about 1,100 degrees Celsius, around 100 degrees Celsius cooler than samples collected from the near side. The study, published in Nature Geoscience, is based on an analysis of rock fragments collected in 2024 by China’s Chang’e-6 spacecraft from the far side of the Moon. The research team, comprising scientists from the