ABU DHABI // The President, Sheikh Khalifa, swore in the new members of the Federal Cabinet yesterday and urged them make Emiratis their top priority.
At the opening of the solar power plant Shams 1 in Madinat Zayed, the four new ministers, as well as a current one, Dr Abdul Rahman Al Owais, took an oath in front of Sheikh Khalifa, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, the Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, the Crown Prince of Dubai and Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance.
Sheikh Khalifa asked the new ministers to work “diligently and faithfully to contribute to the sustainable development of the country,” said Wam, the state news agency.
He expressed his trust in Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid’s new Cabinet to enact the federal Government’s strategies, and wished success for the new ministers and the whole Cabinet in its work.
“We, and the nation, and the country, are waiting for you to give more and work to continue the process of building and developing, which the country has so far achieved important steps in, and move towards wider horizons devoted to the leading position occupied by our country on the regional and global levels,” Sheikh Khalifa said. “We see you as trustworthy.”
He said he hoped the ministers would maintain Emiratis as their top priority. He also thanked them for their work for the country.
The ministers promised to double their efforts in serving the nation and its citizens, and hoped they were up to the confidence placed in them.
Sheikh Khalifa also officially passed the new Cabinet reshuffle, which moved Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak to head the Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Social Development. His former role at the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research is taken by his brother, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mubarak.
The new ministers include Suhail Al Mazroui, Minister of Energy and the youngest in the Cabinet, and Dr Abdullah Al Nuaimi, Minister of Public Works, who was previously the department’s undersecretary.
The two new Ministers of State are Dr Sultan Al Jaber, also chief executive of Masdar, and Abdullah Al Ghobash.
Although Dr Al Owais was already a minister, heading the Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Community Development, and acting as Minister of Health, he has now been sworn in as only the Minister of Health.
Other changes included the merger of the Ministry of Foreign Trade with the Ministry of Economy, and the formation of a new Ministry of Development and International Cooperation, to be headed by Sheikha Lubna Al Qasimi.
The Ministry will be in charge of foreign aid, and expanding co-operation with international aid bodies.
The Office for Coordination of Foreign Aid, previously independent, will now fall under the ministry.
Other ministers, including Sheikh Saif bin Zayed, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Nahyan and Sheikh Hamdan were also there.
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Terror attacks in Paris, November 13, 2015
- At 9.16pm, three suicide attackers killed one person outside the Atade de France during a foootball match between France and Germany
- At 9.25pm, three attackers opened fire on restaurants and cafes over 20 minutes, killing 39 people
- Shortly after 9.40pm, three other attackers launched a three-hour raid on the Bataclan, in which 1,500 people had gathered to watch a rock concert. In total, 90 people were killed
- Salah Abdeslam, the only survivor of the terrorists, did not directly participate in the attacks, thought to be due to a technical glitch in his suicide vest
- He fled to Belgium and was involved in attacks on Brussels in March 2016. He is serving a life sentence in France
Tips to stay safe during hot weather
- Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids, especially water. Avoid alcohol and caffeine, which can increase dehydration.
- Seek cool environments: Use air conditioning, fans, or visit community spaces with climate control.
- Limit outdoor activities: Avoid strenuous activity during peak heat. If outside, seek shade and wear a wide-brimmed hat.
- Dress appropriately: Wear lightweight, loose and light-coloured clothing to facilitate heat loss.
- Check on vulnerable people: Regularly check in on elderly neighbours, young children and those with health conditions.
- Home adaptations: Use blinds or curtains to block sunlight, avoid using ovens or stoves, and ventilate living spaces during cooler hours.
- Recognise heat illness: Learn the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke (dizziness, confusion, rapid pulse, nausea), and seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
2025 Fifa Club World Cup groups
Group A: Palmeiras, Porto, Al Ahly, Inter Miami.
Group B: Paris Saint-Germain, Atletico Madrid, Botafogo, Seattle.
Group C: Bayern Munich, Auckland City, Boca Juniors, Benfica.
Group D: Flamengo, ES Tunis, Chelsea, Leon.
Group E: River Plate, Urawa, Monterrey, Inter Milan.
Group F: Fluminense, Borussia Dortmund, Ulsan, Mamelodi Sundowns.
Group G: Manchester City, Wydad, Al Ain, Juventus.
Group H: Real Madrid, Al Hilal, Pachuca, Salzburg.
Anghami
Started: December 2011
Co-founders: Elie Habib, Eddy Maroun
Based: Beirut and Dubai
Sector: Entertainment
Size: 85 employees
Stage: Series C
Investors: MEVP, du, Mobily, MBC, Samena Capital
The biog
Age: 59
From: Giza Governorate, Egypt
Family: A daughter, two sons and wife
Favourite tree: Ghaf
Runner up favourite tree: Frankincense
Favourite place on Sir Bani Yas Island: “I love all of Sir Bani Yas. Every spot of Sir Bani Yas, I love it.”
Match info:
Burnley 0
Manchester United 2
Lukaku (22', 44')
Red card: Marcus Rashford (Man United)
Man of the match: Romelu Lukaku (Manchester United)
Match info:
Real Betis v Sevilla, 10.45pm (UAE)
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Stage 2 Yas Island to Abu Dhabi, 184 km, Road race
Overall leader: Primoz Roglic SLO (Team Jumbo - Visma)
Stage winners: 1. Fernando Gaviria COL (UAE Team Emirates) 2. Elia Viviani ITA (Deceuninck - Quick-Step) 3. Caleb Ewan AUS (Lotto - Soudal)
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Company profile
Name: Thndr
Started: October 2020
Founders: Ahmad Hammouda and Seif Amr
Based: Cairo, Egypt
Sector: FinTech
Initial investment: pre-seed of $800,000
Funding stage: series A; $20 million
Investors: Tiger Global, Beco Capital, Prosus Ventures, Y Combinator, Global Ventures, Abdul Latif Jameel, Endure Capital, 4DX Ventures, Plus VC, Rabacap and MSA Capital
LA LIGA FIXTURES
Friday Athletic Bilbao v Celta Vigo (Kick-off midnight UAE)
Saturday Levante v Getafe (5pm), Sevilla v Real Madrid (7.15pm), Atletico Madrid v Real Valladolid (9.30pm), Cadiz v Barcelona (midnight)
Sunday Granada v Huesca (5pm), Osasuna v Real Betis (7.15pm), Villarreal v Elche (9.30pm), Alaves v Real Sociedad (midnight)
Monday Eibar v Valencia (midnight)
Pad Man
Dir: R Balki
Starring: Akshay Kumar, Sonam Kapoor, Radhika Apte
Three-and-a-half stars
