Abu dhabi: Khalifa University of Science and Technology today inaugurated the second edition of the Innovative and Industrial 2D and Advanced Materials Summit (I2DM 2025) at its Main Campus in Abu Dhabi. The summit is organised by Khalifa University’s Research and Innovation Center for Graphene and 2D Materials (RIC2D) in collaboration with the Phantoms Foundation and supported by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and Khalifa University Enterprises Company (KUEC). According to Emirates News Agency, the event, running from 17-20 November 2025, brings together more than 300 participants, including pioneering international industries and startups that showcase innovations, real-world

Abu dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, part of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, has announced the winners of the fourth Kanz Al Jeel Award. The recipients will be honoured on 24th November at Qasr Al Muwaiji in Al Ain Region, under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, coinciding with the opening of the Al Ain Book Festival 2025. According to Emirates News Agency, Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, stated that the award celebrates creators

Abu dhabi: Lana Zaki Nusseibeh, Minister of State, attended a reception hosted by Alexander Schonfelder, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to the UAE, on the occasion of Germany’s National Day. According to Emirates News Agency, the event in Abu Dhabi was also attended by Katherina Reiche, Germany’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Energy; Omar Rashid Al Nuaimi, Director of the European Affairs Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; members of the Arab and foreign diplomatic corps accredited to the UAE; and members of the German community in the country. In his remarks, the German Ambassador commended the

Abu dhabi: The National Centre of Meteorology announced that the UAE will experience unstable weather conditions from Tuesday until 22 November. According to Emirates News Agency, the forecast predicts morning humidity with the possibility of fog or light fog over some coastal and inland areas. Winds are expected to be active at times, leading to dust being stirred up in western regions. The Arabian Gulf may become rough on some days during this period. The mornings will be humid with a chance of fog or light fog in several coastal and inland areas, while daytime conditions are expected to be

Cairo: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi has directed the National Elections Authority to consider the full or partial cancellation of the current parliamentary elections if the genuine will of voters cannot be accurately determined. This directive follows numerous complaints, appeals, and incidents reported in various constituencies during the first round of voting. According to Emirates News Agency, President El-Sisi has urged the Authority to meticulously review all appeals and complaints. He emphasized the need for full transparency in understanding voter intent, ensuring that candidates’ representatives are provided with copies of vote-count records from sub-committees. Additionally, he has called for the

Abu dhabi: TRENDS Research and Advisory is set to mark its debut participation in the 48th edition of the Kuwait International Book Fair, taking place from November 19th to 29th at the International Fairgrounds in Mishref. The event, organized by the National Council for Culture, Arts, and Letters, carries the theme “Homeland of the Book. Capital of Culture.” According to Emirates News Agency, TRENDS will present more than 500 research and knowledge publications at the fair. These publications will cover a broad range of topics, including cybersecurity, strategic affairs, the global economy, geopolitical transformations, technology, artificial intelligence, and future technologies.

Abu dhabi: H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has met with G©rald Darmanin, Minister of Justice of the French Republic. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral relations and exploring opportunities for enhanced cooperation and coordination between the justice and judicial authorities of the two nations. According to Emirates News Agency, the discussions aimed at sharing expertise and knowledge in the judicial sector. The meeting highlighted the mutual interest of both countries in fostering a collaborative environment for justice-related matters. The meeting was attended by

Kabul: The UAE relief team in Afghanistan has completed their humanitarian mission after providing urgent assistance to people affected by the earthquake that struck the country’s northern regions, highlighting the UAE’s pioneering role in supporting affected populations worldwide. According to Emirates News Agency, the on-ground efforts were supported by a UAE-run air bridge to northern Afghanistan that delivered eight aircraft carrying more than 394 tonnes of humanitarian supplies, including food parcels, tents, blankets, and other essential items. The aid reached the worst-hit areas and helped ease the hardship of thousands of affected families. The UAE’s approach to humanitarian assistance follows