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Collaboration drives innovation, training, and the combat capability of the Brazilian Land Force Abu Dhabi, UAE/ São Paulo, Brazil: 16 April 2026 – EDGE, one of the world’s leading defence and advanced technology groups, has established a partnership with the Brazilian Army to create a framework for the experimentation of next-generation weaponry by specialised troops. The partnership includes the evaluation, in rigorous and realistic operational environments, of the CARACAL Assault Rifle CAR 816, chambered in 5.56×45 mm NATO, and the CARACAL Sniper Rifle CSR50, chambered in 12.7×99 mm NATO. The tests will be conducted b
April 16th, 2026 Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sukoon Insurance today announced a landmark initiative offering up to 55% discount on motor insurance premiums for all active UAE Armed Forces personnel, Police Officers, and Firefighters. The exclusive discount, timed to coincide with the UAE’s upcoming 55th anniversary, is a continuation of Sukoon’s recently launched ‘We stand by the UAE’ campaign. As a locally founded institution deeply rooted in the fabric of the nation, Sukoon is uniquely positioned to understand and support the communities it serves. The initiative serves as a tangible expression of solidarity and gratitu
Pets Onboard service becomes more accessible with a special promotional offer Etihad remains the only airline in the UAE to offer pets the option to travel in the cabin Enhanced offering supports growing demand for pet travel Abu Dhabi, UAE – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is making it more accessible for guests to travel with their cats and dogs, introducing a special promotional offer for its existing Pets Onboard service while continuing to deliver the care, comfort and safety that define the Etihad travel experience. Already the only airline in the UAE to offer guests the option to travel with pets i
Abu Dhabi, 13 April 2026: The Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an, an affiliate of the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi, in partnership with Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), has launched a community initiative to activate a volunteer network to deliver guided tours across key cultural landmarks in Abu Dhabi, empowering community members to create a lasting social impact. As part of the initiative, 280 volunteers dedicated 2,240 hours to guide international visitors impacted by disruptions and delays to their travel plans, around key cultural locations in Saadiyat Island, namely Louvre
Abu Dhabi, April 13, 2026: A $1 million annual peace award has launched its 2027 search for exceptional humanitarian leaders and organizations who promote peace and understanding. The Zayed Award for Human Fraternity which opens 2027 submissions today on it official website zayedaward.org, was inspired by an historic Human Fraternity document signed in 2019 in Abu Dhabi by the late His Holiness Pope Francis 266th Pope of the Catholic Church and His Eminence Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar. Named after the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, founder of the UAE, the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity reflects Sheikh Zayed;s moral l
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Abu Dhabi, UAE – March 2026: Cinemacity has opened its newest destination at Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi, introducing a new kind of entertainment space where film, theatre, dining, music and social experiences come together under one roof. More than a cinema, Cinemacity Starlight is designed as an immersive entertainment lounge where guests can gather, connect and experience culture from every corner of the venue. Located within one of Abu Dhabi’s most established waterfront destinations, the new venue features nine state of the art screens, including the landmark Starlight Theatre which accommodates up to 500 guests. Designed as a cultur
EU Must Review EU ETS to Support Competitiveness as Aviation Decarbonizes 24 March 2026 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) calls for the review of the European Union’s Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) to enhance European air connectivity and economic resilience by improving the competitiveness of Europe’s air transport industry. IATA calls for the review to: Ensure full implementation of CORSIA for all international flights, including flights within the European Economic Area (EEA) routes. To prevent market fragmentations, the EU should avoid regional derogations, additional eligibility hurd
Located in Reem Mall, the mega-club will be Wellfit;s sixth in the UAE The HYROX-affiliated flagship centre will be built around strength and conditioning, wellness and family-friendly fitness Wellfit Reem Island will feature more than 120 cardio and strength machines, plus a range of studios and athletic areas Abu Dhabi, UAE: 24 March 2026 – Wellfit, part of Formative, the UAE;s largest fitness collective, has announced plans to open its first club in Abu Dhabi – and sixth in the Emirates – in summer 2026. Located in Reem Mall, the HYROX-affiliated centre will be built around strength and conditioning, while delivering premium fi
Timely Detection of Partial Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Drainage (PAPVD) Enables Early, Life-Protecting Care Abu Dhabi, UAE, 24 March 2026 – SEHA, a subsidiary of PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, announced the successful early diagnosis of a rare congenital heart condition, Partial Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Drainage (PAPVD), in a full-term newborn admitted to SEHA’s Corniche Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) with respiratory distress. On the second day of life, the newborn initially presented with breathing difficulties, which prompted a comprehensive clinical assessment by the hos
Tuesday, 24th March, 2026 – The World Gold Council (WGC) announced recently a pioneering initiative to build new market infrastructure designed to unlock the next era of digital gold’s development. WGC has co-authored a White paper titled Digital Gold: The Case for a Shared Infrastructure with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) which explores “Gold as a Service” – a new platform to support the issuance and operation of scalable, interoperable digital gold products. Gold as a Service would act as an open platform, connecting the physical custody of gold with the digital systems used to issue and manage gold-backed products.
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Initial focus on potential Etihad brand integration with ROX’s Africa Grand Tour S2, alongside co-branded content and storytelling opportunities MoU also allows the companies to consider areas of mutual interest across travel, mobility and destination experiences Abu Dhabi, UAE – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and ROX, the premier international AI technology