The death of a 28-year-old laboratory worker at a plague research institute in Siberia has triggered quarantine measures and fears of a possible outbreak. But has plague actually been detected? So far, Russian health authorities say no. The employee, identified by local media as Darya Shipilova, worked at the Irkutsk Anti-Plague Research Institute of Siberia and the Far East. She died on October 2 after developing what authorities described as pneumonia of unknown origin. Her death prompted authorities to monitor people who had been in contact with her, quarantine parts of a hospital and introduce precautionary measures in the region.…
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DUBAI, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and the World Green Economy Organisation (WGEO) are organising the 12th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) on 21st and 22nd October 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, under the theme ‘From Success to Scale: Showcasing the Green Economy’. WGES 2026 will focus on four main thematic pillars: Energy Technology & Infrastructure, Business Strategy & Transition, Water & Food Security and Finance,…
Qualcomm recently reached a patent licensing deal through an agreement with Huawei which involves acquiring some of the Chinese vendor’s U.S.-registered technologies. The arrangement covers Huawei technologies involving compute, AI, networking and others. The same trio plus 5G are part of the overall patent cross-licensing deal. Executives from each company praised the other’s portfolio and willingness to work together under fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory terms. Huawei chief IP officer Alan Fan said the licensing arrangement is testament to each company’s role in the global technology landscape. Qualcomm’s “contributions to modern communication technologies” are “foundational”, he said. For Qualcomm EVP and…
ABU DHABI, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) — The world’s largest AI-first Expo and Summit, Ai Everything Abu Dhabi 2026, opened today at ADNEC Centre to capacity crowds, as governments, AI enterprises, frontier model enterprises, investors and startups converged in the UAE capital to architect the next phase of the new global intelligence order. Organised by inD and hosted by the Abu Dhabi Department of Government Enablement (DGE), with Solutions+, a Mubadala company, as Global Partner, the two-day event brings together more than 400 AI exhibitors, over 180 speakers and more than 200 investors managing US$100 billion in assets, firmly placing…
ABU DHABI, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) — The inaugural Abu Dhabi Honey Symposium and Exhibition, organised by the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) in collaboration with Apimondia, the International Federation of Beekeepers’ Associations, opened today as part of Global Food Week 2026. The symposium brings together international experts, researchers, policymakers, beekeepers and industry leaders to exchange knowledge and explore the future of sustainable beekeeping and honey production in arid environments. As the largest scientific gathering dedicated to beekeeping and honey production in the Middle East and North Africa region, the symposium’s opening day featured a series of…
ABU DHABI, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Endowments and Minors’ Funds Management Authority (Awqaf Abu Dhabi) is participating in the “Ai Everything Abu Dhabi “, the world’s largest expo and summit, during October 2026, to showcase its leading AI-supported digital transformation solutions and the role of advanced technologies in developing the management of endowments and minors’ funds while enhancing their sustainable societal impact. The centrepiece of its presence is the debut of the photoreal AI agent built as a single point of contact to enhance and navigate Awqaf services. The AI agent enables users to engage naturally through voice…
SHARJAH, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Formula Team, which is affiliated with the Sharjah International Marine Sports Club, maintained its excellent form in the World Powerboat Championship by securing a remarkable result at the Shanghai Grand Prix—an event characterised by intense competition between the top teams and drivers in the championship. Stefan Arand and Grant Trask of the Sharjah Team took second and third places, respectively, a result which highlighted the team’s strength and its capacity to compete for the top positions in the international championship. Stefan Arand now has a total of 60 points and has moved…
Deutsche Telekom recently outlined moves to capitalise on the growing demand for sovereign AI services in Europe. The company is setting revenue goals in the millions of euros range as part of its broader ambitions involving businesses and public institutions. The German-headquartered operator believes the European sovereign sector to be a leading opportunity for it outside the US market. It noted companies and public bodies are keen to reap the automation benefits of AI “while retaining control over data and operations”. Deutsche Telekom stated the sector is “becoming a growth business” and it would continue striking relevant partnerships to tap…
SHARJAH, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Media City (Shams) has entered into a strategic partnership with 3S Money, a global platform specialising in cross-border payment solutions. The partnership aims to provide eligible companies within the Shams community with a suite of financial solutions, including multi-currency business accounts, international payment capabilities, and foreign exchange services. The partnership reflects Shams’ ongoing efforts to enhance the business environment for companies operating in both local and international markets—particularly those in the media, creative industries, and digital sectors—which increasingly require efficient solutions to manage cross-border financial transactions. Through 3S Money, the Shams community will…
AJMAN, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) — Ajman Government is showcasing a new generation of government services powered by Agentic AI during its participation in Ai Everything Abu Dhabi 2026, being held at ADNEC Abu Dhabi on 6th and 7th October. The participation reflects the emirate’s direction towards a proactive government that delivers services seamlessly and efficiently, with people at the heart of its priorities. Ajman Government is participating through a unified pavilion, H2-A40, organised by Ajman Digital Department, with the participation of the Ajman Department of Economic Development, Ajman Department of Finance, Ajman Municipality & Planning Department and Ajman Free…