Author: Editorial team

For dogs in the UAE, summer is more than just an uncomfortable few months. The heat can have a real impact on their health, appetite, hydration and daily routine. UAE summers are long and can get overwhelming, and just as people adjust their routines during the hotter months, dogs need extra care too. Changes in activity, feeding times and hydration can all affect their health. Dr Zeiad Alhawat of Zabeel Pets said veterinary clinics and animal welfare organisations across the Gulf have reported a noticeable rise in heat-related incidents, including dehydration and heatstroke, during peak summer months. Dr Moalla Ahmad,…

DUBAI, 19th August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chambers has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM) to advance cooperation in Agentic AI and support the growth and expansion of Indian companies specialising in these technologies in Dubai. Under the terms of the MoU, the two parties will work together to develop strategic partnerships among stakeholders across the Agentic AI innovation ecosystems in Dubai and India. The cooperation will also focus on the exchange of knowledge and expertise and the launch of joint initiatives in this field. The agreement aims to support…

Etihad Airways is the first airline to accept Jaywan payments on etihad.com, offering UAE customers a secure checkout and upcoming Jaywan Royal card discounts with Etihad Guest benefitsABU DHABI: Etihad Airways has enabled Jaywan, the UAE’s national domestic card scheme, as a payment option on etihad.com, becoming the first airline to accept the card for flight bookings.Guests can now use a Jaywan card to book Etihad flights across the airline’s expanding global network, with all bookings made directly through etihad.com.The integration has been designed to offer a smooth, secure checkout experience, reinforcing Etihad’s alignment with the UAE’s digital payments future.Mark…

ABU DHABI, 19th August, 2026 (WAM) — Organisers of the 2026 World Triathlon Multisport Championships Abu Dhabi have unveiled the official race routes as preparations gather pace for the event, which will bring more than 4,000 athletes to Hudayriyat Island from 13th to 22nd November. Organised by World Triathlon and hosted by Modon, the event will mark the first time the Championships are held in the Middle East and North Africa. Athletes will compete for world titles across six disciplines: Duathlon, Cross Duathlon, Aquathlon, Long Distance Aquabike, Cross Triathlon and Long Distance Triathlon. More than 35 National Federations have confirmed…

Several US government agencies warned that unidentified hackers are trying to breach devices made by Siemens that are used to monitor and operate water facilities and other critical infrastructure systems, according to a cybersecurity advisory published on Wednesday. The warning comes amid widespread cyber incidents targeting local water systems in multiple states in recent weeks in attacks cybersecurity experts suspect are linked to Iran. The advisory describes an “active threat” to all Siemens S7 Series programmable logic controllers across multiple critical infrastructure sectors, including manufacturing, energy, water and wastewater, chemical, food and agriculture facilities, according to the warning issued by…

The Corrs announced its concert in Abu Dhabi has been cancelled due to “unforeseen circumstances”. Set to take place on September 27 in the Capital’s Etihad Arena, the Irish family band said fans would get refunds for the cancelled tickets. “We’re very sorry to share that, due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, our show at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi on September 27 has been cancelled. We know many of you were planning to join us and hope to see you again soon.”Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Refunds will be available from the…

Key Sri Lanka batter Kusal Mendis will not recover from his hamstring injury in time for the second Test against India starting on Sunday, adding to the hosts’ injury woes with fellow batter Dinesh Chandimal also out after suffering a concussion.Sri Lanka lost the first of the three-test series by 165 runs in Galle on Wednesday, a day after Chandimal suffered a concussion while fielding, and had to be replaced by Pasindu Sooriyabandara in the team.ICC rules automatically rule out a player who has been substituted due to a concussion for seven days.”Kusal Mendis has got a proper hamstring injury,…

HERNING, 19th August, 2026 (WAM) — Generation 5 Holding is making its first appearance at DALO Industry Days 2026, taking place in Herning, Denmark, from 19th to 20th August, as part of its efforts to expand international business footprint and strengthen engagement with defence authorities, customers and industrial partners across the Nordic countries. The event is regarded as one of the leading defence industry gatherings in the Scandinavian region, bringing together representatives from armed forces and defence procurement bodies alongside companies and organisations specialising in defence, security and technology. It provides an opportunity for exhibitors and participants to showcase their…

OpenAI has recently launched a new version of its ChatGPT AI program for users aged 13-years to 17-years with enhanced safety measures, parental controls and learning tools as the company faces rising scrutiny over the risks its chatbot poses to younger people. According to OpenAI, the ChatGPT for Teens service will automatically activate when the AI chatbot detects underage user activity or when a user self-identifies as aged 13-years to 17-years. The safeguards aim to “reduce exposure to content that may be harmful or developmentally inappropriate” and help teens “learn, think critically, deepen understanding, and use AI with confidence”. The…

DUBAI, 19th August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) continues to advance clean energy infrastructure projects through a comprehensive approach that places environmental protection, resource conservation and biodiversity at the heart of infrastructure development. By embedding sustainability considerations across all project phases, DEWA reduces carbon emissions, improves resource efficiency and supports Dubai’s standing as a global model for smart and sustainable cities. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, said, “At DEWA, we draw our inspiration for environmental protection and sustainability enhancement from the directives of our wise leadership, whose vision has established the UAE…