Dubai: Dubai Police has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Parkin PJSC, the largest provider of public parking facilities in Dubai, to connect the force’s traffic management systems with Parkin’s smart parking and payment platforms. According to Emirates News Agency, the move aims to achieve full digital integration, ensure seamless data sharing, and improve the quality and efficiency of services offered to the public. The MoU was signed during GITEX Global 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre by Brigadier Issam Ibrahim Al Awar, Acting Director of the General Department of Traffic at Dubai Police, and Mohamed Abdullah Al

Sharjah: The Evolve Future Mobility Show (EFMS 2025) summit featured thought-provoking sessions and panel discussions where global Electric Vehicle (EV) experts presented in-depth strategic insights into the future of sustainable mobility. The discussions highlighted global best practices from leading EV charging operators and outlined a practical roadmap for expanding e-mobility and advancing growth and innovation across the sector. Hosted at Expo Centre Sharjah and supported by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), the show is set to conclude today. According to Emirates News Agency, industry experts underscored significant investment potential in the EV market and explored mechanisms for

Geneva: UN Human Rights Chief Volker Trk today called on all actors to ensure that human rights are central to recovery and peacebuilding processes, in order that the ceasefire in Gaza transforms into an enduring peace for the peoples of Palestine and Israel. ‘There is a collective global relief at the signs that this war and human suffering are coming to an end at last. At this critical stage, all hands on deck are needed to ensure this momentum carries through to a lasting peace and security for all those living in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territory,’ the High

Abu dhabi: Nearly 80% of the world’s poor-887 million people-live in regions that are exposed to extreme heat, flooding, and other climate hazards, highlighting the urgent need for global action to address the issue. That’s according to a report released on Friday by the UN Development Programme (UNDP) and Oxford University ahead of the COP30 climate summit in Brazil next month. By overlaying climate hazard data with multidimensional poverty data for the first time, it reveals how the climate crisis is reshaping global poverty. According to Emirates News Agency, ‘Poverty is no longer a standalone socio-economic issue. Instead, poverty is

New york: Governments must abandon market-driven models and embrace democratic, rights-based approaches that recognise water as a common good essential to life, dignity, and social cohesion, a UN expert said today. According to Emirates News Agency, in a report to the UN General Assembly, Pedro Arrojo Agudo, the UN Special Rapporteur on the human rights to safe drinking water and sanitation, called for a ‘paradigm shift’ in global water governance. Arrojo Agudo emphasised that the crisis is not solely about scarcity but represents a democratic issue, with billions of people being impoverished and marginalised while living near rivers or polluted

Riyadh: Sheikh Hazza bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan has visited the 4th Al Dhafra Date Festival and Auction, underscoring the significance of the event in preserving the UAE’s agricultural heritage. During this visit, he engaged with various pavilions and competitions, taking note of the diverse varieties of dates on display. He commended the efforts of the participating entities and acknowledged their valuable contributions to the community. According to Emirates News Agency, the festival is being organized by the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority and is currently underway in Madinat Zayed, Al Dhafra Region. The event will run until 26 October

Dubai: Digital Dubai concluded its participation in the 45th edition of GITEX GLOBAL 2025, following five days of innovation and collaboration. Digital Dubai’s platform, located within the Dubai Government Pavilion, garnered significant attention from local and international visitors eager to explore the city’s digital transformation and its latest projects, initiatives, and smart services. According to Emirates News Agency, the Dubai Government Pavilion attracted high-level delegations from various government entities across Dubai and the UAE, along with visitors from the GCC, the wider region, and around the world. Digital Dubai’s platform became a central point for those interested in the city’s

Sharjah: Sheikh Saeed bin Saqr bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Head of the Sharjah Ruler’s Office in Khorfakkan, Sheikh Haitham bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Deputy Head of the Sharjah Ruler’s Office in Kalba, and Sheikha Hoor Al Qasimi, Director of Sharjah Art Foundation, were present at the inauguration of the ‘Of Land and Water’ exhibition. This exhibition is a part of the Foundation’s Autumn 2025 programme and is hosted at the Kalba Ice Factory from 17 October 2025 to 31 May 2026. According to Emirates News Agency, the exhibition presents a curated selection from the Sharjah Art Foundation’s collections, marking