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FIFA officially unveiled “Vito” the Vizcacha as the vibrant mascot for the upcoming FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025™. With a spring in his step and an infectious grin, Vito literally bounced into action, promising to be a charismatic presence both in the build-up to and throughout the U-20 showpiece …

H.H. Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of the Executive Council, attend the launch of the China (Chongqing) – UAE Conference on Promotion of Trade and Investment. The event saw participation from a UAE delegation representing various government and economic entities. During the event, …

At least 45 people died in Uttar Pradesh (UP) in thundershowers that lashed several districts. According to the India Meteorological Department, cyclonic circulations originating over Punjab caused squally winds reaching speeds of 60 to 100 km/h in parts of Uttar Pradesh. Heavy rainfall was reported in several areas of eastern …

Dalands Holding, in collaboration with Marriott International and with the support of ‘Marjan’, the master developer of freehold property in Ras Al Khaimah, has announced the signing of W Residences Al Marjan Island. Set to open in Q4 2027, W Residences Al Marjan Island will be co-located with the W Al …

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the shooting by Israeli forces targeting an international diplomatic delegation at the entrance of the Jenin refugee camp in the West Bank. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed that this constitutes a blatant violation of international laws, charters, and norms, …

H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a phone call with Gideon Sa’ar, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Israel, which led to an agreement to allow the delivery of urgent humanitarian aid from the United Arab Emirates. The aid will address …

In his capacity as Chairman of the Financial Audit Authority, H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Finance, has issued Decision No. (2) of 2025 regarding the protection of public employees who report or disclose information related …

In a move that underscores the UAE’s leading position as a global industrial and investment hub, Dubai hosted an international press conference to announce the launch of K 2025, the world’s largest trade fair for the plastics, rubber, and recycling industries. The event will take place in Düsseldorf, Germany, from …

Student enrolment at higher education institutions licensed and regulated by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) in Dubai continued its record-breaking growth, rising by 20% in the 2024–25 academic year. A total of 42,026 students are now enrolled at 41 private higher education institutions in Dubai – the highest …

The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Republic of Finland and the Republic of Estonia, and conveyed its sincere condolences over the victims of the collision of two helicopters near Eura Airport, which resulted in several deaths. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs extended its …