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Judicial Department approves formation of Youth Council
1+ hour, 29+ min ago (253+ words) The council includes a group of young professionals to enhance the development of the institutional work system. It will also harness their energy and ideas to support development initiatives and future projects in line with the department's objectives, while enhancing…...
UAE stands in solidarity with South Korea after factory explosion
13+ hour, 8+ min ago (130+ words) In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Mo FA) expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the government and people of Korea over this tragedy, as well as its wishes for a…...
Eid Al Adha Exhibition 2026 concludes at Expo Centre Sharjah
13+ hour, 4+ min ago (571+ words) This year's edition drew thousands of visitors, including families and value-conscious consumers seeking promotional offers ahead of Eid Al Adha, delivering an exceptional shopping season marked by record sales and strong returns. The exhibition further strengthened its appeal through exclusive…...
EU imports of raw materials fell by 11% since 2020
10+ hour, 38+ min ago (270+ words) The peak was reached in 2021, when shipments rose by 20. 2% year-over-year to 93. 6 million tons, likely reflecting the post-crisis recovery in demand in the metallurgical sector following 2020. Unagglomerated ore accounted for the bulk of shipments. Imports of this type of ore in…...
UAE leaders congratulate President of Samoa on Independence Day
17+ hour, 46+ min ago (144+ words) Sharjah Ruler approves employment of 717 in govt sector His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman…...
US Central Command says it carried out defensive strikes in Iran
23+ hour, 27+ min ago (188+ words) In a statement on the social platform X, The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the strikes, carried out over Saturday and Sunday, hit areas in Gorok and Qeshm Island. It described the action as a response to Iran shooting down…...
Authors create shared storytelling journey at WIBF
22+ hour, 31+ min ago (478+ words) Describing the desert as a defining part of Emirati identity, Al Najjar explained how its extremes of heat and cold inspire imagination and provide rich material for children's stories. She also spoke about Qamar, a story inspired by her family's…...
EDE approves oral Wegovy" (semaglutide) for weight management
1+ day, 5+ min ago (214+ words) Developed by Novo Nordisk, the treatment belongs to the GLP-1 receptor agonist class and supports long-term weight reduction and weight maintenance when used alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity, helping improve health outcomes among eligible patients. Al Kaabi…...
US names Tom Barrack special envoy for Syria and Iraq
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (151+ words) Trump said on Truth Social that US relations with Syria and Iraq "continue to grow," adding that Barrack will retain his role as ambassador to T'rkiye while serving in the new capacity with full backing from the State Department. He…...
Macron says nothing justifies south Lebanon escalation
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (114+ words) In a message on X after speaking with regional leaders, he said it was "essential" for an agreement to be reached quickly between the United States and Iran. Moscow launches major strikes on Ukrainian energy, military sites Flights briefly halted…...