Miscellaneous

Abu Dhabi launches agriculture and food security data platform

Platform monitors local, regional and global food security conditions through comprehensive a dashboard

Dubai consolidates position as global business events hub, winning 175 bids in H1 2024

This marks a 24 percent increase compared to the same period last year

Dubai to host Games of the Future in 2025

The UAE was last month selected as the host for the games at a ceremony in Istanbul

UAE announces $216.31 million in pension payments for July 2024, benefiting 48,199 pensioners

This marks an increase compared to July 2023, when AED711,323,785.25 was allocated to 46,835 recipients

10 largest stadiums in the world by capacity in 2024

The atmosphere of a game is greatly influenced by the vibe which people get while watching a match in a stadium

UAE passport ranked among world’s most powerful, climbs up 53 places on index

The UAE passport ranks 9th on the list with a visa-free score of 185

Microsoft reports CrowdStrike software update affected 8.5 million Windows devices

The broad economic and societal impacts reflect the use of CrowdStrike by enterprises running critical services, Microsoft said

South Africa tops wealth inequality list 2024

South Africa scores 82 out of 100 on the inequality index, where 0 indicates total equality and 100 indicates absolute inequality

Top 12 biggest oil and gas companies in world by market cap in 2024

The global oil and gas industry is likely to touch $8,917.40 billion by 2031

Widespread Microsoft outage cripples airports, businesses after CrowdStrike glitch

The issue appears to be related to software from the cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike

Top 10 happiest countries in the world in 2024

A poll was conducted in 146 countries, asking people to rate their quality of life

UAE President announces July 18 as Union Pledge Day

The declaration of the Union and UAE Constitution were signed on this day

Next UAE public holiday is less than two months away

UAE residents are likely to get at least one more long weekend this year

ADFD launches new corporate identity on 53rd anniversary

New identity reflects fund's ambitious strategic direction to support sustainable development

ADNOC, Mubadala collaborate to cultivate Emirati talent for UAE’s sustainable future

The move aims to develop Emirati talent for crucial sectors through advanced training

Sheikh Hamdan appointed UAE’s Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, too, has been appointed Deputy Prime Minister

Saudi Arabia reveals designs for world’s tallest sports tower in Riyadh

The tower stands tall at 130 meters, encompassing 84,000 sqm of world-class facilities

Mohammed Bin Rashid Library to host first Dubai International Library Conference 2024 from 15-17 November 2024

Discussions will include the preservation and restoration of archives, AI, intellectual property, copyright laws

UAE doubles passport validity to 10 years for citizens aged 21 and above

The move aims to reduce bureaucracy and save time for citizens

Sheikh Khaled approves Emirati Family Growth Program under Abu Dhabi Family Wellbeing Strategy

Program aims to enhance the growth and stability of Emirati families as the main driver of economic and social development in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi World Food Security Summit 2024 to empower innovative solutions for hunger-free world

The event is set to be hosted for the first time on November 26-27, 2024

14 Saudi sports clubs slated for privatization in latest push to modernize industry

The first batch of clubs includes Al-Zulfi, Al-Nahda, Al-Okhdood, Al-Ansar, Al-Orouba, and Al-Kholood

UAE residence visa renewal: Now complete medical test at home

The service will cost a total of AED850.01, VFS says on its website

Abu Dhabi Pension Fund ranks as 1st government service provider for 4th consecutive year

The fund received over 15,000 cases and transactions annually through the Abu Dhabi Contact Center