The U.S. confirmed three additional cases of New World screwworm, raising the total number of cases to five since the first domestic screwworm infestation in six decades was found in a Texas calf last week.New World screwworm is a serious pest that can infest any warm-blooded animal, including livestock, pets, wildlife, and, in rare cases, people. The larvae burrow into the living tissue of animals, causing severe wounds, animal suffering and significant economic losses.Texas ranchers have been bracing for screwworm to cross into the U.S. for the past year, as the pest advanced north in Mexico. Experts have predicted that…
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Riyadh — As part of the recently announced major global expansion of NVIDIA’s DRIVE Hyperion™ robotaxi-ready platform ecosystem, HUMAIN, a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company delivering full-stack artificial intelligence capabilities, will be leading the platform’s entry into the Middle East. The global expansion, which brings together leading automakers, manufacturing and autonomous vehicle (AV) software ecosystem partners, and ride-hailing mobility providers to build and expand Level 4-ready robotaxi fleets across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, will see HUMAIN leverage its AI and mobility ecosystem alongside NVIDIA’s DRIVE Hyperion™ to support the development and deployment of Level 4-ready autonomous transportation solutions…
ABU DHABI, 10th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The second edition of the UAE Games 2026 concluded today in Abu Dhabi following several days of sports competitions and community activities that reflected the values of inclusion and empowerment.The Games brought together more than 1,000 athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities representing clubs and centers from across the UAE, alongside international delegations, guests and partners from various sectors.Competition results saw Abu Dhabi Sports Club for People of Determination, part of Zayed Authority for People of Determination, top the overall standings with 62 medals and placements. Al Thiqah Club for Disabled finished…
Sharjah motorists will face temporary traffic diversions at two key locations from June 13. According to authorities, these diversions are part of ongoing road infrastructure projects to improve traffic flow and enhance the road network’s efficiency across the emirate.The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) announced a temporary partial closure of Al Taawun Street and a traffic diversion linked to the Al Taawun Tunnel Development Project at the site of the existing roundabout.According to the diversion plan, vehicles travelling towards Dubai and the Al Nahda Bridge will be redirected via Al Corniche Street. Meanwhile, motorists coming from Al Nahda Bridge…
RAS AL KHAIMAH, 10th June, 2026 (WAM) — Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) entered into a strategic partnership with the Mohammed bin Rashid Innovation Fund (MBRIF), a federal initiative launched by the Ministry of Finance, to strengthen support for innovators, startups, and growth-stage businesses within its ecosystem.The partnership was formalised during a signing ceremony at Compass Coworking Centre between MBRIF Head Shaker Zainal and RAKEZ Chief Government & Corporate Relations Officer Yaser Abdulla Al Ahmed. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to helping innovative businesses access funding support, ecosystem connections, and growth opportunities that enable long-term scalability and market…
England captain Ben Stokes and bowler Gus Atkinson have both been left out of the second Test against New Zealand that starts next week following an investigation into an incident in a London nightclub, the ECB said on Wednesday.Former skipper Joe Root will lead the team at The Oval in the absence of Stokes.”The England Wales Cricket Board can confirm that, given the ongoing investigation, Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson have not been made available for selection for the second Test against New Zealand, which starts at the Kia Oval on Wednesday 17 June.”Stokes and pace bowler Atkinson broke the…
The UAE’s industrial transformation is accelerating, with the sector’s contribution to the country’s gross domestic product rising by nearly 70 per cent since 2021 and industrial exports surpassing Dh262 billion in 2025, highlighting the success of the nation’s strategy to diversify its economy and establish itself as a global manufacturing and advanced technology hub.The latest figures, announced by Hassan Al Nowais, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), underscore the growing role of industry as a key pillar of the UAE’s non-oil economy and a major driver of investment, exports and job creation.Speaking on the sidelines of…
ABU DHABI, 10th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The Muslim Council of Elders, under the chairmanship of His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, affirmed that dialogue among civilizations is one of the most effective means of promoting understanding and rapprochement among peoples and cultures. It also helps to consolidate the values of peace, coexistence, and mutual respect, contributing to addressing shared global challenges and building a more secure and stable future for humanity.In a statement issued on the International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations, observed annually on 10th June, the Council emphasised that the world today…
الشارقة في 10 يونيو/وام/ ناقش مجلس إدارة جمعية الشارقة الخيرية، خلال اجتماعه اليوم برئاسة الشيخ صقر بن محمد القاسمي، رئيس المجلس، ما حققته حملة عيد الأضحى المبارك من نتائج سواء على مستوى حجم التبرعات التي أسهمت في تنفيذ عدد من المبادرات الإنسانية مثل تفريج كربة، ومبادرات أخرى ستنفذ خلال الفترة المقبلة، أو على صعيد عدد المستفيدين المباشرين الذين بلغوا قرابة نصف مليون مستفيد، من بينهم نحو ربع مليون ضمن مشروع لحوم الأضاحي.واستعرض المجلس تقرير مشروع المساجد داخل الدولة، الذي يتضمن مساجد قيد التنفيذ حاليا وأخرى من المقرر وضع حجر أساسها خلال الفترة المقبلة، عقب استكمال الإجراءات اللازمة.وتطرق المجلس إلى نتائج…
أبوظبي في 10 يونيو /وام/ استقبل سمو الشيخ عبدالله بن زايد آل نهيان، نائب رئيس مجلس الوزراء وزير الخارجية، سعادة السفير مايك والتز، مندوب الولايات المتحدة الأميركية لدى الأمم المتحدة.جرى خلال اللقاء الذي عقد في أبوظبي، بحث علاقات التعاون بين دولة الإمارات والولايات المتحدة الأميركية الصديقة، لا سيما في إطار العمل متعدد الأطراف والمنظمات الدولية، إلى جانب استعراض مجمل التطورات الإقليمية وتداعيات الاعتداءات الإيرانية الغادرة التي استهدفت دولة الإمارات وعدداً من الدول الشقيقة، وانعكاساتها على السلم والأمن الدوليين، وإمدادات الطاقة، وأمن الملاحة، واستقرار الاقتصاد العالمي.وأعرب سمو الشيخ عبدالله بن زايد آل نهيان، عن شكره وتقديره للولايات المتحدة الأميركية الصديقة على…