Last year, more than 31 million people visited Dubai’s urban parks and recreation areas, marking a 7 per cent increase compared to the previous year. This was reported by the emirate’s municipality, according to Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. Public parks attracted the highest number of visitors – 20.8 million. Meanwhile, the emirate’s five largest parks, including Zabeel, Mushrif, Al Mamzar Beach, Dubai Creek, and Safa, welcomed a total of 6.69 million guests. The Quranic Park…

The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has unveiled the nation’s first academic Stem Cells Research Centre, a transformative initiative designed to position the UAE as a global leader in regenerative medicine. This is reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The centre focuses on cutting-edge stem cell research, advanced therapies, and manufacturing capabilities. By fostering international collaborations and driving innovation, the centre aims to address increasing global demand for advanced medical treatments. The experts claim that through…

Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, reaffirmed the country’s commitment to a sustainable energy future and its leading role in developing renewable energy. The remarks came on the sidelines of International Clean Energy Day, which is celebrated on 26 January.  The Minister stressed the importance of the day to recognise the significance of clean energy in achieving climate goals through a just and sustainable energy transition, ensuring both energy security and a clean future for…

The UAE and the Republic of Uganda have signed an agreement to build a fully integrated eye hospital in Entebbe with an investment of US$20 million.  A representative of a department of Presidential Court Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan emphasised that the agreement is a testament to the UAE’s continued commitment to improving global health services and meeting the health needs of communities in Africa.  The initiative envisages strategic partnerships, especially on the African continent, to achieve sustainable development…

The UAE has announced the launch of the world’s first large-scale project combining solar power and battery storage systems. The project will be the largest of its kind and will provide renewable energy to consumers around the clock. This is reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The project, located in Abu Dhabi, comprises a 5.2 gigawatt-hour (GW) solar photovoltaic plant (DC) and a 19 gigawatt-hour (GWh) battery energy storage system (BESS). This will generate 1…

Emerged Railways Properties (ERP), which owns The Victoria Falls Hotel, has dismissed rumours regarding the alleged disposal of the iconic hotel property. The rumour suggested that The Victoria Falls Hotel had been sold, a claim ERP has dismissed as inaccurate. Unconfirmed reports claimed that Malcolm Mycroft, former chief executive officer (CEO) of Meikles Limited, may have clandestinely signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Albwardy Investments, for the sale of the company’s stake in the Victoria Falls Hotel. Albwardy Investments is…

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has secured fifth place globally in the Quality Infrastructure for Sustainable Development (QI4SD) Index, as reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The index, launched by the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) in 2022, evaluates countries on the readiness and effectiveness of their quality infrastructure systems in achieving sustainability goals. By prioritising key areas such as standards implementation, conformity assessment, accreditation, metrology, and robust market surveillance, the UAE has created…

President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, during his visit to the United Arab Emirates. This is reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The meeting explored opportunities to deepen the strategic partnership between the UAE and Saudi Arabia, with both sides reaffirming their dedication to advancing joint efforts that bolster regional development and prosperity. Both sides emphasised the importance of…

DIFC Sculpture Park 2024 features some of the world’s most prominent sculptors. Highlights include a special exhibition, featuring two well-known Russian artists, Katya Emelyanova and Marina Baisel. Emelyanova is known for her multimedia installations that explore the aesthetics and dynamics of identity through complex sculptures. Baisel, on the other hand, creates reduced-abstract works combining traditional contemporary techniques. “Through our concerted efforts, we have been able to bring artists together in the open air in the United Arab Emirates, creating a…

16th Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship is expected to attract a record number of more than 9,000 athletes from 137 countries, making it the largest in the history of the tournament and setting a new standard in the world of jiu-jitsu. This is reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The championship offers athletes of all levels a platform to test their skills, gain experience while promoting cultural exchange and bringing together people of different nationalities.…