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United States: Emirati Astronaut Mr. Sulatan Al Neyadi has reached the Earth’s surface along with his three crew members in the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule off the Florida coast. Mr. Al Neyadi officially became the first Arab to successfully complete a long space mission, which spanned six months, after the splashdown. UAE President Mr. Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has expressed his pride in Mr. Sultan Al Neyadi’s return to Earth. “Sulatan Al Neyadi, the people of the UAE are immensely proud of you and the entire team for achieving major advances in space exploration. You carried the dreams of…

Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has opened registration for the second Khotwa (RizeUp) program intake for the academic year 2023-24. The program is aimed at creating sustainable academic and personal accomplishments for students. The second intake will include 600 students qualifying for overseas studies, set to commence in January and September 2024. The departing students will have a two-year journey at 38 community colleges in the US and Canada, pursuing 42 majors across agriculture, arts and humanities, business administration, law, engineering, health, and information and communication technologies. After completing the two-year program at community…

Dubai: HealthPlus Fertility, a Mubadala Health partner, has successfully concluded the HealthPlus Middle East Fertility Conference. The fifth edition of the annual industry event, held under the theme ‘Preserving Hope and Empowering Fertility Choices,’ attracted over 1,000 participants from 23 countries. The event was attended by leading experts, researchers, and practitioners in the field of fertility. The sessions explored the latest advances in reproductive health technologies and challenges regarding infertility treatment. The event featured three days of lively discussions, interactions, debates, and workshops for the world’s leading fertility experts at The Address, Dubai Marina. This year’s conference shed light on…

Abu Dhabi: The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) has officially been established in the UAE as a federal authority to introduce a world-leading regulatory framework for national lottery and commercial gaming. Mr. Kevin Mullally, a globally respected regulator, has been appointed as CEO. Mr. Mullally has over 30 years of experience in national and international gaming regulation for the GCGRA. “I am delighted to have been appointed as the inaugural CEO of the GCGRA. With my experienced colleagues, I look forward to establishing a robust regulatory body and framework for the UAE’s lottery and gaming industry,” Mr. Mullally remarked.…

Dubai: UAE astronaut Mr. Sultan Al Neyadi has become the first Arab to complete a record-breaking six-month space mission on the International Space Station (ISS). Mr. Al Nayedi has conducted groundbreaking scientific experiments that benefit both humanity and the global scientific community during his stay. The Emirati astronaut also became the first Arab to undertake a spacewalk outside the ISS during the 69th mission last April. This spacewalk lasted approximately 7 hours and involved various essential tasks, including maintenance and preparations for installing additional solar panels on the station. This achievement strengthened the UAE’s global prominence in the space field,…

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, met with Ms. Belinda Balluku, Albania’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy and Infrastructure. In Abu Dhabi, during their meeting, both parties discussed their friendly relations and opportunities for collaboration in different areas, such as the economy, trade, development, and knowledge sharing between governments. They also went over the results of Sheikh Abdullah’s working visit to the Republic of Albania in April of last year and how it contributed to enhancing cooperation between the two nations in various sectors. Sheikh Abdullah and Ms. Belinda Balluku…

France: The UAE secured its fourth consecutive victory in the FEI Endurance World Championship for Young Riders and Juniors on September 2, 2023. The UAE team showcased their dominant position in the world of endurance racing by winning the championship in Castelsagrat, France. This marked their fourth consecutive victory, following their earlier wins in 2017, 2019, and 2021. The victory was sealed in the final meters of the last stage after fierce competition. The race comprised four stages, with the first one spanning 28.6 km, the second 29.2 km, the third 33.8 km, and the final stage covering 28.6 km.…

Abu Dhabi: The 20th edition of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) has kicked off in the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) under the theme “Sustainability and Heritage: A Reborn Aspiration”. The event was held under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and President of the Emirates Falconers Club. The exhibition, organized by the Emirates Falconers Club, includes local and international participants and visitors due to the opportunities it provides for local, regional, and international companies to build business relationships. The event includes more than 1,200…

Sharjah: Al Maleh and Fishing Festival, organized by Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) along with Dibba Al Hisn City Municipality and Dibba Al Hisn Municipal Council, is continuing its activities for the third day, attracting crowds by showcasing the Emirati heritage. The festival features traditional fish salting techniques, ancient fishing practices, and a curated display of handcrafted artifacts, offering visitors a tangible link to the storied past of Emirati ancestors. The festival further offers a comprehensive showcase of the fish salting industry and marine heritage. Through insights from fishermen and tales from ancestors, attendees explore various facets like…

Abu Dhabi: The Environment Agency Abu Dhabi’s (EAD) Jaywun, the most advanced research vessel in the region, has successfully completed the first phase of the Fisheries Resources Assessment Survey in the waters of the United Arab Emirates. The vessel also completed the first-ever comprehensive acoustic survey of the UAE’s waters. The two-week study was conducted in the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman and used advanced technology to examine underwater ecosystems as well as assess the population and distribution of marine life. The successful completion of the first phase of the Fisheries Resources Assessment Survey marks a significant milestone…