Author: Editorial team
Residents of congested, sprawling cities are spending more time in their vehicles. There is even global research to support this theory — in 2025, the car marketplace Autotrader surveyed car users from 17 countries to find out the amount of time they spent in their vehicles. According to its website, South Africa topped the list, with motorists spending ‘10 days, 4 hours and 48 minutes annually commuting to and from work’, followed by India. While some hate long commutes, others look at it as a chance to dive into work or just enjoy a few minutes of solitude…
AMMAN, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) signed a number of key contracts and agreements with the Jordanian government, reflecting both sides’ commitment to further strengthening their development partnership, during a visit by an ADFD delegation led by Mohammed Saif Al Suwaidi, Director General of ADFD. Abu Dhabi Fund for Development signed a financing agreement with the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan to support the Jordanian Government’s general budget with approximately AED 1.1 billion (USD 300 million). The financing will support the Kingdom’s development programmes and plans, while…
Apple is set to host its next launch event on September 9, where the company is expected to unveil its newest iPhone series and potentially its long-awaited foldable phone.The first foldable iPhone is expected to be a crucial landmark for Apple, with analysts saying that the high-end devices would be the main driver of higher selling prices and margin growth for the company.The launch would also mark incoming Apple CEO John Ternus’s first major event. Ternus, Apple’s longtime hardware chief, is set to take the helm at the company on September 1, as Tim Cook transitions to the role of…
Tim Curry, the baritone-voiced British actor who gained to movie fame in the 1975 cult classic “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” has died at the age of 80, Variety and other outlets reported.A cause of death was not immediately given, but Curry had been in ill health for some time.Curry appeared in numerous movies, often as a hammy villain, was nominated three times for a Tony Award for Broadway roles, and performed voice work in many animated films and TV shows.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Among his other films were “Charlie’s Angels” (2000),…
Gianni Infantino cannot have a future at Fifa, European Leagues President Claudius Schaefer said as he stressed the importance of reforming world soccer’s governing body and the responsibilities of its president.In an interview with the Athletic published on Wednesday, Schaefer said European Leagues, which represents 53 professional men’s and women’s football leagues, was deeply concerned about Infantino’s leadership.”We question his suitability to continue as president. Here in Switzerland, we’ve had a close view of Fifa and it seems that the influence of the president has grown from year to year,” he added.”Major decisions are taken without meaningful consultation with stakeholders…
AJMAN, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Cedars Golf Championship will return to the UAE for its second edition, with Al Zorah Golf Club in Ajman set to host the tournament from 2nd to 4th October, 2026. Organised by the Lebanese Golf Federation in cooperation with the Emirates Golf Federation, the championship reflects continued sporting cooperation between the two federations and their shared commitment to developing golf across the region. The three-day tournament will feature 54 holes of individual stroke play and is included in the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR), giving participants an opportunity to strengthen their international rankings…
ABU DHABI, 26th August (WAM) — The UAE national judo team opens its Lausanne Grand Slam campaign on Saturday, featuring Karim Abdel Latif and Naji Yazbek (-73kg), alongside Giorgi Elbakiev (-81kg). The event, running from 26th to 30th August, features over 530 judokas from 78 countries, including a 10-member refugee team. Notably, the edition introduces competitions for People of Determination to promote societal inclusion and equal opportunity. Following tomorrow’s draw, the tournament begins Friday with lightweight events. The UAE completes its participation on Sunday with Aram Grigorian and Talal Shafili (-90kg), Omar Maarouf (+100kg), and Eliza Litev (women’s -78kg). Source:…
The plan aims to ensure a safe return to schools and improve traffic safety and flow, particularly during peak hours. Dubai: Dubai Police has completed preparations for the 2026-2027 academic year through its School Security initiative, implementing an integrated security, traffic and awareness plan in coordination with strategic partners. The plan aims to ensure a safe return to schools and improve traffic safety and flow, particularly during peak hours. Dubai Police will deploy 253 security and traffic patrols around schools, supported by 28 drones to monitor traffic and key locations, four luxury patrols, five mounted patrols and 65 bicycles to…
Jaywan is the UAE’s national card payment scheme, operated by Al Etihad Payments, a subsidiary of the Central Bank of the UAE.Dubai: Dubai Finance (DOF) and Digital Dubai (DDA) have announced the activation of Jaywan, the UAE’s national payment network, on the DubaiPay platform, expanding payment options and supporting the implementation of the Dubai Cashless Strategy.Jaywan payment services are now available on DubaiPay following the successful completion of operational testing by DDA, confirming the platform’s readiness to process Jaywan card transactions securely, efficiently and reliably.The first government transaction using the network was completed through the Dubai Cares donation service, marking…
SÃO JOSÉ, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — EDGE Group, a UAE-based advanced technology and defence group, and the Brazilian Army, through the Cyber Defence Command (ComDCiber), will establish a Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence (COE), the first institution of its kind in Latin America to operate under a tripartite model bringing together government, industry, and academia. The initiative reflects an equal, strategic commitment between the two founding institutions to establish a permanent, internationally benchmarked organisation serving Brazil’s cybersecurity requirements and contribute to the wider region. Both founding partners will make direct investments in the institution, reinforcing their commitment to its…