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Time of India
6 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
UAE Vice-President seen playing Volleyball with residents at Abu Dhabi summer sports event
Abu Dhabi Summer Sports is a large-scale, climate-controlled event promoting fitness for all ages through over 12 sports and family activities/ Image Abu Dhabi Media Office TL;DR: UAE Vice President Sheikh Mansour joined a volleyball match, reflecting hands-on leadership in promoting community sports. Abu Dhabi Summer Sports (ADSS) is a seasonal indoor event designed to keep people active and engaged during the summer months. The venue spans 37,000 sqm and includes 52+ air-conditioned courts, supporting over 12 different sports. In the UAE, where extreme summer heat often limits outdoor activity, the response has been practical and purpose-driven. Initiatives like Abu Dhabi Summer Sports (ADSS) are turning indoor spaces into large-scale, accessible venues for sport and wellbeing. It's part of a wider national effort, led by figures known for their visible, hands-on approach, to keep the country active, engaged, and connected year-round. That approach was clearly on display during a recent visit to the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), where the event is being held. His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, attended in an active capacity, engaging with organisers, reviewing the venue's facilities, and joining participants in a casual volleyball match. Inside the Setup: A Full-Scale Sports Environment Built for All The Abu Dhabi Summer Sports (ADSS) event is a large-scale indoor initiative aimed at encouraging people of all ages to stay active, fit, and healthy throughout the UAE's hottest months. Organised by the ADNEC Group in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, the event brings together a wide range of sports and activities under one roof in a safe, climate-controlled environment. ADSS is built with both scale and purpose. Hosted at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), the venue spans more than 37,000 square metres, making it one of the largest indoor sports activations in the region. Its infrastructure includes: t one of the largest indoor sports activations in the region. Its infrastructure includes: 52 enclosed and air-conditioned courts and pitches, Facilities for over 12 team and individual sports, including football, basketball, volleyball, badminton, and others, A 1.2-kilometre indoor running track for cardio training without braving the outdoor heat. What makes the event stand out isn't just the size but how it's designed to serve everyone, not just trained athletes or sports clubs. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like You Won't Believe the Price of These Dubai Apartments Binghatti Developers FZE Get Offer Undo Families, children, casual fitness lovers, and amateurs all have dedicated zones. From kid-friendly setups to structured games parents can join, the environment is curated to encourage shared experiences and long-term engagement in physical wellness. Sheikh Mansour was briefed by organisers on all aspects of the event: the design logic, activity zones, safety measures, and objectives behind the initiative. That includes the strategic aim of sustaining community-wide physical activity during a season where most people typically avoid it. No Formalities, Sheikh Mansour Played the Game What set this visit apart was not the speeches or the staging, it was the simplicity of it. After his tour, Sheikh Mansour joined a friendly volleyball match, playing alongside everyday participants. No grand announcement, no tightly choreographed ceremony, just a real game, in real time, among the people. This direct involvement aligned with the broader goals of the Abu Dhabi Summer Sports (ADSS) initiative: encouraging people across age groups and skill levels to take part in regular physical activity, even during the peak of summer. Following the visit, Sheikh Mansour commended the overall organisation, noting the event's accessibility, safety standards, and capacity to host a wide variety of sports. He highlighted its value in promoting community health, supporting active lifestyles, and providing well-equipped, climate-controlled spaces for year-round sport. A Broader Pattern in UAE Leadership Sheikh Mansour's participation fits into a larger national narrative, one where sport and wellness are not just government-supported, but culturally encouraged. Leaders across the Emirates frequently show up at local sports events, and many of them are athletes themselves. A notable example of leadership-driven fitness culture is Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, widely known as Fazza. He is an accomplished endurance rider with numerous international titles and pursues activities like skydiving, scuba diving, and flyboarding. Through his active presence on Instagram, Sheikh Hamdan makes fitness a visible, aspirational part of leadership, inspiring younger generations to embrace an active lifestyle.
Axios
6 days ago
- Business
- Axios
Democrat faces historical long odds in treasurer's race
Democrats haven't won the Arizona Treasurer's Office in 60 years, but one candidate is making an aggressive push to break the losing streak. The big picture: Businessman Nick Mansour, the only Democrat in the race so far, launched his campaign last month and has consistently rolled out prominent endorsements. He's already received backing from U.S. Reps. Yassamin Ansari and Greg Stanton, Tempe Mayor Corey Woods, numerous former Democratic elected officials and more than 40 business figures. Flashback: While Arizona has become more politically competitive in recent years and Democrats hold the top three statewide offices, the party hasn't won the treasurer's office since 1964, when Bob Kennedy won unopposed. Milton Husky in 1962 was the last Democrat to defeat a Republican for the office. In 2014, Democrats didn't even put up a candidate for treasurer. Between the lines: Longtime political operative Chuck Coughlin attributed Democratic woes to two factors: It's a down-ballot race that often falls along party registration lines, benefiting the GOP in a center-right state, and voters tend to view Republicans as more fiscally conservative. What he's saying:"I can't say that I've analyzed every race for the past 50 or 60 years," Mansour told Axios regarding Democrats' poor track record in treasurer's races. He concedes his race will be difficult but feels he's off to a great start, with a host of endorsements and a quarter-million dollars raised in the first two weeks of his campaign. Zoom in: Mansour touts his background — the for-profit Arizona College of Nursing grew from one campus to 24 in 14 states during his tenure as CEO — and plans that set him apart, saying, "There's more we can do with this office." He plans to focus primarily on: 1. Finding ways to increase education funding without raising taxes. 2. Increasing the state's returns on its investments. 3. Fostering economic growth. The other side: The lone GOP candidate in the treasurer's race is Elijah Norton, an insurance company owner and former Arizona Republican Party treasurer.
Daily News Egypt
7 days ago
- Business
- Daily News Egypt
Egypt mining law overhaul to transform mineral authority into economic body
A new amendment to Egypt's mineral resources law will transform the country's mineral authority into an economic entity, a move aimed at boosting investment and increasing the mining sector's contribution to gross domestic product, officials and industry leaders said. Speaking at a panel discussion at the Egypt Mining Forum, lawmakers and a top industry executive highlighted the benefits of the new legislation. The panel was moderated by Dr. Mohamed El-Bagoury, head of legal affairs at the petroleum ministry, and attended by Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Karim Badawy. Parliamentarian Mohamed Ismail, a sponsor of the bill, said the new law was the result of a legislative evaluation of a 2014 amendment that failed to achieve its desired impact on the mining sector's contribution to GDP. He said that administrative distortions at the Egyptian Mineral Resources Authority (EMRA) were a key challenge, necessitating its transformation into an economic body capable of modernising mining operations, forming economic partnerships, and providing the geological data needed to attract investment. Ismail explained that the new law gives EMRA greater flexibility to set a national strategy for mining industries, allows it to partner with the private sector to reduce investor risk, and enables it to invest in updating geological databases through satellite imagery and modern surveys. He added that a major advantage of the law is the consolidation of authority for granting permits and approvals by including representatives from various government bodies on EMRA's new board of directors. Mohamed El-Sallab, chairman of the parliament's industry committee, said the minister's support for the law was an unprecedented positive gesture. He said the law would allow EMRA to enter into investment partnerships and local manufacturing projects to maximise the economic return from mineral resources instead of exporting them as raw materials. El-Sallab predicted the sector could raise its contribution to GDP to 5%, and possibly even 10%, within three years. Hoda Mansour, managing director of Sukari Gold Mining and a representative of AngloGold Ashanti, said the transformation of EMRA into an economic entity sends a 'real message of confidence' to investors. She noted that AngloGold Ashanti's decision to invest in Egypt for the first time last year came after careful consideration and was driven by the state's positive approach to investment. Mansour praised the minister's engagement with investors and a recent visit by the prime minister to the Sukari mine as signals of genuine political will to develop the sector. Mansour added that the new exploitation contract signed with AngloGold Ashanti is the first of its kind and is based on the latest international laws and standards, which she said opens broad prospects for attracting more investment from major mining companies.
Gulf Today
7 days ago
- Sport
- Gulf Today
Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed attends Abu Dhabi Summer Sports
His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, today attended the Abu Dhabi Summer Sports (ADSS), organised by ADNEC Group and Abu Dhabi Sports Council at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). Sheikh Mansour met with the organisers and was briefed on the sports programmes and diverse activities featured at Abu Dhabi Summer Sports, which include individual and team sports as well as family- and child-oriented events, offering a comprehensive experience that caters to all segments of society. Sheikh Mansour greets participants at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. He toured the venue's key facilities, which comprise the largest setup of its kind in the region, covering more than 37,000 square metres. The event includes over 52 enclosed and air-conditioned courts and pitches for more than 12 team sports, all built to the highest international standards, in addition to a 1.2-kilometre indoor running track. Sheikh Mansour also participated in a friendly volleyball match alongside athletes from the community, reflecting his commitment to direct engagement with community initiatives and supporting sports activity during the summer season. He praised the level of organisation and the event's role in creating an inclusive sports environment that encourages healthy and active lifestyles, especially during summer. He also highlighted the importance of initiatives that enhance quality of life by providing opportunities for people of all ages to practise sports in safe and suitable settings. WAM
Days of Palestine
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Days of Palestine
Dozens Killed While Israel Pounds Gaza in Another Bloody Dawn of Airstrikes
DaysofPal – Israel launched a new wave of deadly airstrikes on the Gaza Strip overnight and into Saturday morning, killing at least 60 Palestinians, including 27 who were waiting for humanitarian aid, according to medical officials in Gaza. The latest escalation targeted several already bombed areas across the Strip. In Gaza City, airstrikes and artillery fire hit homes and makeshift shelters in Al-Tuffah, Sheikh Radwan, Al-Rimal, and Al-Shujaiya. Dozens were killed and wounded, with scenes of chaos and destruction repeated everywhere. At Al-Shifa Hospital, medical staff said four civilians were killed and ten wounded at dawn in a strike on a house on Jaffa Street in Al-Tuffah. In another attack, Israeli warplanes bombed an apartment in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood, northwest of Gaza City, and more casualties were reported. A building housing displaced families in the Rimal neighborhood was also hit, killing four and wounding others. Palestinian media reported that artillery shelling and heavy fire from Israeli naval vessels accompanied the airstrikes, especially in the city's eastern and northern areas. In Jabalia, in the north of the Strip, an Israeli drone fired on residential homes in the Zarqa area, while in the east of the town, occupation forces carried out large-scale demolitions of homes early Saturday. The attacks extended southward as well. In Khan Younis, airstrikes pounded the densely populated Al-Mawasi coastal area, home to thousands of displaced families, killing at least seven in a single strike on tents just before midnight, according to Kuwait Field Hospital. Another person was killed in a separate strike on the same area hours later. Among the victims was former prisoner Imad Mansour, according to Palestinian sources. Mansour is the latest in a string of targeted killings of released prisoners; just days earlier, six other freed detainees, five of them deported under the Wafa al-Ahrar prisoner exchange, were killed by Israeli forces in Khan Younis and Deir al-Balah. The violence continued in central Gaza, where four Palestinians were killed and several others injured in overnight strikes on Deir al-Balah. Israeli artillery shelled the northern edges of Nuseirat refugee camp at dawn. Palestinian officials say Israeli warplanes and drones also hit aid distribution centers, a trend that has exacerbated the starvation and suffering of Gaza's population. Since the latest Israeli aggression started in March, over 7,300 Palestinians have been killed and nearly 26,000 injured, according to the Gaza Ministry of Health. Among the dead are 800 who were killed while waiting for food aid, many at sites run by US-backed contractors with the so-called 'Gaza Humanitarian Foundation.' Shortlink for this post:
