Day: August 21, 2026

Abu dhabi: The Colombian government has declared a 30-day state of emergency in 15 areas affected by the devastating earthquake that struck earlier this month. The National Unit for Disaster Risk Management announced that the death toll has risen to 3…

New york: The US dollar recovered earlier losses to post modest gains on Thursday, as traders assessed whether efforts by the US Treasury Department to curb long-term Treasury yields would succeed. The dollar index, which measures the US currency agai…

Abu dhabi: Oil prices rose by more than two percent at settlement on Thursday, reaching their highest levels in nearly a month. Brent crude futures gained US$2.16, or 2.4 percent, to settle at $93.78 a barrel, their highest level since 24th July.

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Abu dhabi: The Panama Canal Authority announced new measures on Thursday to manage its water supplies as a precaution against the El Ni±o climate phenomenon, which poses a risk to the crucial commercial waterway.

According to Emirates News Agency, t…

Al dhaid: The 11th edition of the Souq Al Jubail Dates Festival has kicked off at Souq Al Jubail – Al Dhaid, running until 14th September 2026, offering visitors a unique seasonal experience that celebrates the authenticity of Emirati heritage and the…

Abu dhabi: US Open organisers announced on Thursday a prize fund of US$108 million for this year’s tournament, the largest in tennis history and 20 percent higher than last year’s total.

According to Emirates News Agency, the men’s and women’s singl…

Abu dhabi: The benchmark MOEX Russia Index closed higher today, gaining 12.81 points, or 0.60%, from the previous trading session to settle at 2,134.34 points. Meanwhile, the dollar-denominated RTS Index rose by 0.60%, or 4.84 points, to close at 806….

Abu dhabi: Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Mother of the Nation, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Fo…