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From Dishwasher to Entrepreneur: How Dubai Changed One Man's Life
Rahil Ahmed started out washing dishes in Turkey and later worked as a janitor in Dubai. He now runs his own business in the emirate.
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A Dubai Mother Speaks Out on the Rising Cost of School Uniforms
With UAE schools reopening on Monday, 31 August, a mother in Dubai has drawn attention to what many parents call an increasingly heavy back-to-school expense: uniforms.
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UAE sends 83 tonnes of urgent relief aid for flood, landslide victims in Nepal
ABU DHABI, 30th August, 2026 (WAM) -- The United Arab Emirates, through the UAE Aid Agency, has sent an aircraft carrying urgent relief aid, consisting of 83 tonnes of food supplies and various shelter and humanitarian essentials, to the friendly Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal.The aid will support those affected by the floods and landslides that have struck various parts of Nepal in recent days, resulting in the deaths, injuries, and disappearance of dozens of people and causing extensive damage.The urgent assistance comes in implementation of the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to allocate US$10 million to provide relief to those affected, in a manner that supports early recovery and stability, while ensuring the provision of essential supplies and basic necessities for people of all age groups during such difficult and emergency circumstances.The UAE Aid Agency, in cooperation with the UAE Embassy in Nepal, is coordinating with local authorities to ensure the rapid delivery of the various relief supplies to those in need. The agency is also continuing to coordinate with relevant international organisations to strengthen and consolidate relief efforts in the affected areas.
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Al Tayer reviews pioneering projects at DEWA’s Distribution Power complex in Al Ruwayyah
DUBAI, 30th August, 2026 (WAM) -- Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), toured the Distribution Power division’s complex in Al Ruwayyah to review a range of innovative projects and initiatives enhancing the reliability, efficiency and sustainability of Dubai’s electricity distribution network. Al Tayer was accompanied by Rashid Bin Humaidan, Executive Vice President of Distribution Power, and senior DEWA staff.The tour showcased a wide spectrum of cutting-edge technologies and solutions reshaping Distribution Power’s operations, ranging from artificial intelligence-powered asset management and accredited laboratory services to groundbreaking inspection techniques. Together, these initiatives underscore DEWA’s commitment to operational excellence and reinforce its position as a global leader in smart grid innovation.Al Tayer emphasised that DEWA’s continuous investment in research and development, coupled with a deep commitment to fostering creativity among employees, has resulted in pioneering solutions that significantly enhance the resilience of Dubai’s power network. He noted that these innovations embody a proactive approach to critical asset management by leveraging Big Data and advanced analytics to support strategic decision-making while improving both maintenance protocols and overall operational efficiency.Among the key projects reviewed was the Asset Health Centre, which uses real-time data on asset condition, risk and maintenance requirements to support faster and more informed decision-making. The centre enables risk-based maintenance planning, optimises replacement timing and reduces asset-related risks.Al Tayer was briefed on DEWA’s Distribution Automation programme that strengthens network reliability through RF-Mesh technology, which enables remote monitoring and control from Distribution Control Centres, supporting DEWA’s Smart Grid and enhances the reliability of services.He also inspected DEWA’s accredited laboratories, which continue to deliver significant technical and financial benefits. These include the ISO/IEC 17025:2017-accredited Cable Lab, which supports root-cause analysis, quality assurance, lifecycle management and external cable testing, while generating significant revenue and savings. Al Tayer also visited the Energy Meter Testing Lab, which conducts accredited testing of energy meters and current transformers and has generated significant revenue.DEWA is the first utility worldwide to use X-ray inspection to examine capacitor bank circuit breakers without affecting their functionality or causing damage, helping to detect internal defects at an early stage and minimise service interruptions.The visit concluded with a review of the Mobile Training Unit, which delivers safety and operational training directly to field teams. Between 2021 and 2025, the unit trained more than 9,200 employees.
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Zayed Authority for People of Determination welcomes 2,121 students as 2026/2027 academic year begins
ABU DHABI, 30th August, 2026 (WAM) -- Zayed Authority for People of Determination welcomes its students as the new 2026/2027 academic year begins across its various care and rehabilitation centres throughout the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.A total of 2,121 students with different types of disabilities are enrolled within an integrated system encompassing education, rehabilitation, care and vocational training.In the Abu Dhabi region, the Authority’s network includes the Abu Dhabi Centre for Care and Rehabilitation, the Abu Dhabi Autism Centre, and the Agricultural and Vocational Rehabilitation Department for individuals aged over 16. In the Al Ain region, the network comprises the Al Ain, Al Quaa and Al Wagan Care and Rehabilitation Centers, the Al Ain Autism Centre, and the Agricultural and Vocational Rehabilitation Department for individuals aged over 16. In the Al Dhafra region, the network includes the Care and Rehabilitation Centers in Al Sila, Ghayathi, Al Mirfa, Delma and Madinat Zayed.The Authority has completed its preparations for the new academic year by finalising maintenance and development works and equipping educational and rehabilitation facilities and environments to meet students’ needs. It has also ensured the availability of specialized and qualified professionals to provide integrated services in special education, rehabilitation, therapy and vocational training.Under the supervision and follow-up of H.H. Sheikh Khalid bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Authority, the new phase at the Zayed Authority for People of Determination continues to advance the education and rehabilitation system through the introduction of modern curricula, artificial intelligence solutions and assistive technologies. Individualized plans and programmers are also being implemented to address the needs and capabilities of each student.This integrated system aims to enhance students’ skills and independence, develop their educational, life and vocational capabilities, and prepare them for greater integration and active participation in society, in line with leading global practices and trends in the field of People of Determination.The Authority affirmed that the ongoing development of services for People of Determination is underpinned by the continuous support of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the continued follow-up of H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, strengthening the Emirate’s efforts to build an advanced and sustainable system for empowering People of Determination.Abdullah Abdul Al Humaidan, Secretary-General of Zayed Authority for People of Determination, said, “The beginning of the new academic year represents another milestone in the ongoing development of the education and rehabilitation system for People of Determination. We continue to work towards providing advanced educational and rehabilitation environments that invest in each student’s capabilities and address their individual needs, while leveraging the latest curricula, technologies and artificial intelligence to enhance their skills and independence.”Throughout the 2026/2027 academic year, the Authority looks forward to further developing its educational, rehabilitation and vocational programmers and expanding the use of assistive technologies and artificial intelligence. These efforts will enhance the quality of services, support the Authority’s objectives of empowering People of Determination and improving their quality of life, while strengthening their independence and community participation.
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The UAE Takes Legal Action Over Insults Targeting Emirati Women Online
The UAE's National Media Authority has suspended a resident's advertising permit for three months after she published an advertisement deemed offensive to Emirati women.
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Egypt Denies Claims Of Mass-Cancelled Egyptian Residencies In The UAE
Egypt's Foreign Ministry has denied reports of widespread dismissals of Egyptian workers in the UAE, while Emirati politician Anwar Gargash dismissed online rumours that residency visas are being cancelled for certain nationalities.
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Dubai Police Impounded Nearly 500 Cars Over Massive Unpaid Fines
Dubai Police impounded 497 vehicles in the first half of 2026 over accumulated traffic fines running into thousands of dirhams and years of expired vehicle registrations.
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With over 50,000 people in attendance, Nahyan bin Mubarak joins Palestinian community in celebrating their culture, heritage and success stories in UAE
DUBAI, 29th August, 2026 (WAM) -- In the presence of Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, and Abeer AlRamahi, Ambassador of the State of Palestine to the UAE, the “Emirates Loves Palestine” page organised the first edition of its community event celebrating the Palestinian community in the UAE.Held at Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai, “Emirates Loves Palestine” was organised in partnership with the UAE-Palestinian Friendship Club and the Palestinian Business Council in Dubai and the Northern Emirates.The event attracted more than 50,000 people from the Palestinian community, the Emirati community and UAE residents, in an atmosphere that celebrated Palestinian culture and heritage and reflected the bonds of affection and connection between the Emirati and Palestinian peoples.Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak said: "It gives me great pleasure to be with you at this wonderful fraternal gathering, which represents the largest gathering of the Palestinian community in the world, and which clearly embodies the sincere feelings of affection that the United Arab Emirates holds for Palestine and its brotherly people."He added: "In this gathering, which expresses the UAE's love for Palestine, we send together a message of pure support and affection.The 'UAE Loves Palestine' event also embodies the UAE's approach to promoting the values of tolerance, coexistence, and cultural openness, and its keenness to provide a welcoming community environment for the various communities residing on its soil… For decades, the UAE has hosted a Palestinian community that has always been an active and giving part of the fabric of its society, and its sons and daughters have contributed effectively to the march of development and progress across various sectors."He said: "The UAE has always stood by you, and the UAE remains firmly committed to continuing its humanitarian efforts to support the Palestinian people, placing support for our brothers and the relief of their suffering at the forefront of its priorities, and at the heart of its diplomatic and humanitarian actions."He affirmed: "The UAE has emerged as the largest donor of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, and has set a distinguished example of solidarity and mutual support, reflecting its historic and steadfast commitment to standing by the Palestinian people and supporting them at various levels."He added: “On this occasion, I also extend my thanks to the Embassy of the State of Palestine in the United Arab Emirates, to the Emirati Palestinian Friendship Club, and to the Palestinian Business Council in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, for their sponsorship of this celebration and their efforts in making it a success.”He said: “This gathering confirms that the relations between the United Arab Emirates and Palestine are deeply rooted and ever renewing relations, resting on firm fraternal bonds between the two peoples, and on a shared belief in the values of peace, coexistence, and human solidarity… We are certain that today's gathering represents a new link in a continuous chain of meetings and events that strengthen these bonds, and that embody the love, mutual support, and solidarity that unite the two brotherly peoples.”The event featured a diverse cultural, artistic and heritage programme, including songs, music, folk performances and traditional showcases that reflected the richness of Palestinian heritage and the diversity of its cultural and artistic expression.A number of Palestinian artists took part in the event, including Mohammed Assaf and comedian Imad Farajin, alongside a distinguished group of cultural and community figures. Together, they shared with the audience a vibrant celebration of Palestinian culture and its deep civilisational and human legacy.Visitors also had the opportunity to explore different aspects of Palestinian heritage through dedicated sections for traditional food, heritage displays, crafts and home-based projects by members of the community, as well as a range of community activities and artistic performances designed for families and individuals.The event embodied the deep-rooted social and human ties between the Emirati and Palestinian peoples. It also provided a community platform for Palestinians in the UAE to introduce their culture, heritage and contributions within a society that celebrates cultural diversity and upholds the values of tolerance, coexistence and human connection.The event was organised in cooperation with the UAE-Palestinian Friendship Club, which works to strengthen community and cultural engagement between the two peoples and support initiatives that showcase Palestinian culture and heritage. The Palestinian Business Council in Dubai and the Northern Emirates also supported the event as part of its role in strengthening connections among Palestinian business leaders and entrepreneurs in the UAE, and highlighting their economic and social contributions.The event also honoured a number of prominent Palestinian figures in recognition of their contributions, achievements and role in serving the community, while highlighting the success stories of members of the Palestinian community in the UAE.The honourees included Dr. Nader Darwich,Founder, Knee & Sports Medicine Center & Consultant Orthopaedic and Knee Surgeon, Qusay Mohamed Ahmed Al Ghusain, Businessman & Board Member, Emirati-Palestinian Friendship Club, Dr. Abeer Ismail Mohamed Al-Najjar, Professor of Media & Journalism, American University of Sharjah, Eng. Ahmad Adnan Zaki Saffarini, Chairman, Adnan Saffarini Engineering Consultants, Eng. Fares Moh'd Said Mustafa Abubaker, Engineer – SEE Institute, Eng. Fouad Abdulhadi Mohammed Mashal, CEO, Al Barakah International Investment Group, Salam Ezzat Hussein Abu Shihab, Journalist & Media Professional, Al Khaleej, and Farouk Khalil Hafez Toukan, Chairman, Target Jordan Palestine Securities.Coinciding with “Emirates Loves Palestine” in Dubai, the Gaza Strip hosted “Palestine Loves the UAE” in cooperation with Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, celebrating the humanitarian ties between the two peoples and Palestinian culture and heritage.The Dubai event featured a live broadcast from Gaza, connecting attendees at Dubai Exhibition Centre with Palestinians in the Strip in a scene that reflected the depth of the human bonds between the Emirati and Palestinian peoples.Members of the Palestinian community are an active part of the UAE’s diverse social fabric, contributing across economic, cultural and social fields and strengthening the ties of friendship, cooperation and communication between the Emirati and Palestinian peoples.“Emirates Loves Palestine” reflects the UAE’s approach to celebrating the communities that live on its land, recognising their cultures and contributions, and reinforcing a society built on tolerance, openness and respect for cultural diversity. It further strengthens the UAE’s position as a global model for coexistence and communication among peoples and cultures.
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Anwar Gargash Denies Rumours of Residency Visa Cancellations in the UAE
Emirati statesman Anwar Gargash has dismissed as false the claims circulating online that the UAE is cancelling residency visas held by nationals of certain countries.
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UAE Drivers Can Remove Four Black Points by Driving Accident-Free
Motorists in the UAE can now register to have four traffic points removed from their records by observing traffic rules and meeting the conditions of the Ministry of Interior's "Day Without Accidents" campaign, which takes place on 31 August as the new school year begins.
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Mattar bin Lahej, eL Seed to discuss ‘The Power of Art in Storytelling’ at Arab Media Summit 2026
DUBAI, 28th August, 2026 (WAM) -- Emirati artist and sculptor Mattar bin Lahej and internationally renowned artist and sculptor eL Seed will take part in a session titled ‘The Power of Art in Storytelling’ at the Arab Youth Media Forum, to be held during the Arab Media Summit 2026.Organised by the Dubai Press Club, the Summit will take place from 15th to 17th September at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The session will highlight the growing role of art in storytelling and in expressing human experiences, as well as its ability to transcend cultural and linguistic boundaries and build bridges between communities.Mattar bin Lahej is a prominent Emirati artist whose practice spans painting, photography, design and sculpture. Known for his distinctive use of Arabic calligraphy, his work explores identity, culture and the relationship between tradition and modernity. His major works include the ‘Power of Words’ sculptures at Qasr Al Watan and the calligraphic façade of Dubai’s Museum of the Future, both of which demonstrate his approach to using public art to engage audiences and create dialogue.eL Seed is a globally renowned contemporary artist whose work spans painting, sculpture and installation, blending the visual tradition of Arabic calligraphy with the scale and energy of urban art.His practice uses language as a bridge between people, cultures and histories, with works exploring identity, cultural memory, unity, coexistence and human connection.His projects have appeared at locations ranging from the pyramids of Giza and the Institut du Monde Arabe in Paris to Rio de Janeiro and the Korean DMZ, while his works are part of major collections including The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Louvre Abu Dhabi.
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Arab Media Summit 2026 announces GCC Secretary General as keynote speaker
DUBAI, 28th August, 2026 (WAM) -- The Organising Committee of the Arab Media Summit 2026, announced that Jasem Mohamed AlBudaiwi, Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council, will deliver a keynote address during this year’s edition of the Summit.Scheduled to take place from 15th to 17th September 2026, the Summit will be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council.The participation of Albudaiwi adds particular significance to the summit’s discussions, given the GCC’s central role in shaping regional cooperation amid rapidly evolving geopolitical dynamics.Mona Ghanem Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council, President of the Dubai Press Club, and Chairperson of the Arab Media Summit Organising Committee, welcomed Albudaiwi’s participation, highlighting the value his diplomatic experience and broad perspective on regional and global developments would bring to the 24th edition of the Arab Media Summit.She noted that the GCC offers a strong model of regional coordination, integration and joint action, with media playing an important role in supporting these efforts.She also emphasised that engaging with a senior political and diplomatic figure of Albudaiwi’s stature would bring valuable perspectives to the summit’s discussions on the future of media and its evolving role amid a rapidly changing regional and international landscape.The Arab Media Summit 2026 will feature a diverse range of specialised events, including the Arab Media Forum, the Government Communication Forum, the Arab Youth Media Forum, the Arab Social Media Influencers Summit, the Films Forum, the Games Forum, and the Dubai PodFest, alongside several international media forums.
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