Abu dhabi: Al Ain Farms Group (AAFG) and Khalifa University Enterprises Company (KUEC), the commercial arm of Khalifa University, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Abu Dhabi International Food Exhibition. The strategic agreement advances research, innovation, and sustainable practices across the UAE’s food sector, reinforcing the nation’s leadership in food security and science-driven industry growth. It also lays the foundation for talent incubation, with AAFG offering students access to real-world facilities and potential pathways to scale promising research ideas. According to Emirates News Agency, AAFG, which brings together five of the UAE’s most trusted legacy brands-Al Ain

Dubai: The final qualifying round for the Community Champion title as part of the 9th Arab Reading Challenge, the world’s largest Arabic literacy and reading initiative, kicked off today in Dubai. Winners of the top three places will be determined during this round, with the overall Arab Reading Champion announcement to take place during the Challenge’s concluding ceremony, which will be hosted at the Dubai World Trade Centre on 23rd October. According to Emirates News Agency, students competing in the Community Champion category advanced through multiple stages over the course of the ninth edition. In the final round in Dubai,

Sharjah: Sharjah Executive Council (SEC) held its regular meeting on Tuesday, chaired by H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and Chairman of the Executive Council, in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Vice Chairman of the Council, at the Ruler’s Office. According to Emirates News Agency, the meeting discussed various governmental topics aimed at developing the governmental work system in the emirate, monitoring the performance of departments and authorities, and reviewing the progress of development projects across all cities

Abu dhabi: PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, has set new benchmarks for sustainable healthcare, achieving measurable progress in climate action, social impact, workforce empowerment, and national value creation, as detailed in its newly published 2024 Sustainability Report. The Group secured the highest possible environmental, social, and governance (ESG) rating – AAA – from independent index provider MSCI, placing it among the top 10% of healthcare organizations globally for sustainability performance. According to Emirates News Agency, 2024 was a milestone year as PureHealth became the first healthcare company to have its Net Zero target validated by the

Montreal: Saeed Mohammed Al Suwaidi, the Permanent Representative of the United Arab Emirates to the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), has been elected Vice President of the ICAO Council. According to Emirates News Agency, the election of the UAE’s representative reaffirms the country’s leading position in the global civil aviation sector and reflects the strong confidence it enjoys from ICAO Member States, in recognition of its active role in supporting the Organisation’s efforts to enhance the safety, security, and sustainability of international aviation. On this occasion, Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director-General of the General Civil Aviation Authority, said, ‘The election

Dubai: flydubai has announced seven new interline agreements, bringing the carrier’s total number of interline partners to more than 40. According to Emirates News Agency, these strategic agreements give flydubai customers access to more than 30 destinations in Europe through Greece’s flagship carrier, Aegean Airlines, and Italy’s national carrier, ITA Airways. In addition, flydubai passengers traveling to the Far East and South-East Asia can enjoy greater connectivity to more than 90 destinations with Myanmar Airways International and Chinese airlines Air China, China Eastern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, and Sichuan Airlines. Through these new partnerships, passengers can benefit from a seamless travel

Dubai: The Frontline Heroes Office commended Dubai’s hosting of the third edition of the ‘Future of Healthcare Summit 2025’, describing it as a leading global platform for exchanging insights and expertise on emerging trends shaping the healthcare sector. According to Emirates News Agency, the office said the summit underscores the vital role of frontline heroes, who form the foundation of the UAE’s healthcare system and embody the nation’s values of dedication, compassion, and service. Their efforts, it added, are central to advancing the UAE’s vision of a sustainable and world-class healthcare future. The summit provides an ideal platform to showcase

Abu dhabi: The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has launched its Environmental Data Platform (EDP) during GITEX 2025. This innovative system – the first to integrate such a wide range of environmental data in the region – marks a transformative step forward in environmental intelligence and sustainable development. According to Emirates News Agency, the EDP serves as a centralised repository that unifies nearly three decades of meticulously collected environmental datasets. Covering a broad spectrum of parameters including air and marine water quality, soil composition, biodiversity, and waste management records, the platform provides a single source of truth for environmental