Middle East
September 15, 2026
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GCC Secretary General: Media is the first line of defence in the battle for awareness

Jassim Mohammed Al-Budaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), stressed that the media is no longer merely a channel for conveying events. It has become an essential partner in shaping awareness, building thought and protecting societies. He said the media is at the forefront of the battle to shape public perception, safeguard minds and […]

Middle East
September 15, 2026
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Al Bayan wins Arab Media Award for investigative reporting

Adnan Al-Gharbi of Al Bayan newspaper won the Arab Media Award in the “Journalistic Investigations” category at the 25th edition of the Arab Media Award. He received the award for his two-part investigation, “Steroids and Hormones in the Guise of Sports Supplements… A Silent Danger Assassinates the Dreams of Youth.” The investigation highlighted the alarming […]

Middle East
September 15, 2026
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Arab Editors: Digital transformation, credibility and sustainability will shape journalism’s future

Editors of leading Arab newspapers said the future of journalism is no longer tied solely to print editions. Instead, it depends on the ability of media organisations to keep pace with digital transformation, develop content, maintain credibility and build sustainable financial models. They noted that these challenges come amid rapid changes in reading habits and […]

Middle East
September 15, 2026
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Content Creators: Credibility and impact matter more than trends

Participants in the “Tools for Creating Influential Content” session at the Arab Media Summit 2026 stressed that the success of digital content should not be measured solely by the number of views. They said success also depends on a creator’s ability to make a lasting impact and build a relationship of trust with audiences. They […]

Middle East
September 14, 2026
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UAE: Esaad Cardholders to get 30% discount on medical services

Dubai: Esaad Cardholders can now benefit from a 30% discount on eligible inpatient and outpatient medical services at Fakeeh Health facilities across the UAE, following a new cooperation agreement between the Dubai Police Esaad Card Centre and Fakeeh Health UAE.The agreement forms part of the Centre’s ongoing efforts to expand its partnerships and provide valuable […]

Middle East
September 14, 2026
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Dubai Police adds 345km/h Mansory Ferrari 812 to luxury patrol fleet

Dubai: Dubai Police has added the “Mansory Ferrari 812 Superfast,” modified by Mansory Company, to its fleet of luxury patrols, marking the fifth collaboration between the two parties in the field of luxury sports cars.Brigadier Omar Ali Al Shehhi, Assistant Director-General of the General Department of Criminal Investigation for Criminal Security Affairs, unveiled the vehicle […]

Middle East
September 14, 2026
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UAE schools tighten rules on student hairstyles

Dubai: School administrations have strengthened measures to enforce student appearance regulations, warning that repeated violations involving long hair or inappropriate hairstyles could lead to deductions from behaviour grades and further disciplinary action.Schools have informed students and parents through discipline guidelines that hairstyles deemed inconsistent with approved regulations must be corrected promptly. They stressed that adherence […]

Middle East
September 14, 2026
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Dubai Airport launches 5-minute international driving licence service

Dubai: Dubai’s General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA), in cooperation with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), the Emirates Automobile and Touring Club, and the Amer Centre, has launched an instant international driving licence issuance service at Dubai International Airport.The service enables citizens and residents holding a valid UAE driving licence to obtain […]