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More than half of all organs transplanted in the UAE have been kidneys and doctors said that there are two big reasons behind the number. Of the 1,780 organs transplanted in the UAE, 924 were kidneys, making them by far the most commonly transplanted organ. Doctors said that this is partly because kidney failure is much more common than failure of several other major organs, and partly because a healthy person can donate one kidney while still alive. “Unlike most major organs, a kidney can be donated by a healthy person while alive because we can live normally with one…

Industry-backed Clarity Act faces uncertain prospects in Congress, leaving the Securities and Exchange Commission and Commodity Futures Trading Commission to drive regulatory reforms that could be challenged by future administrationsNew York: US cryptocurrency regulation is increasingly set to be shaped by federal agencies rather than Congress, as momentum behind a major digital asset bill slows and uncertainty grows over whether lawmakers can reach an agreement before the next Congress takes office.The industry-backed Clarity Act, which aims to define whether crypto tokens should be regulated as securities or commodities and clarify oversight responsibilities, has stalled in the Senate, reducing expectations for…

Farouk El Hamzawi, Head of Enterprise, OpenAI MENA. Farouk El Hamzawi discusses OpenAI’s UAE growth priorities, ChatGPT Work, local data infrastructure and the secure deployment of AI across regulated sectors. Dubai —The UAE’s national AI ambitions, expanding digital infrastructure and focus on data sovereignty are accelerating enterprise adoption across government, banking, energy, aviation and education. Organisations are increasingly exploring how AI can move beyond isolated pilots to become embedded within workflows, operating models and public services. Farouk El Hamzawi, Head of Enterprise, OpenAI MENA, spoke to Tahawultech.com about OpenAI’s growth priorities for the UAE, the role of ChatGPT Work in…

Property buyers who were targeting smaller units could afford larger properties in established and high-end communities after a price correction in the past few months made the market more affordable for end-users and investors.Industry executives have termed the property price drop in the past few months a “healthy correction” due to the regional conflict, as the market became more accessible for mid-market buyers.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.“The regional disruption created an unexpected benefit, market repricing that expanded accessibility for mid-market buyers. Before the uncertainty, first-time buyers were stretched across one-bedroom purchases in…

Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor and his wife Mira Kapoor are enjoying a picturesque summer getaway at Lake Como, Italy, with Mira offering fans a glimpse of their holiday through a series of sun-kissed photographs shared on social media.Mira recently posted a carousel of vacation pictures capturing the couple’s time on the scenic Italian lake. In keeping with the mood of their European escape, she captioned the photo dump, “La Dolce Vita essentials.”https://www.instagram.com/p/DcJd7-CjbPX/?img_index=1The photographs showcase Mira relaxing on a boat against the breathtaking backdrop of Lake Como.Sporting a chic floral sundress, sunglasses and a sunhat, she channelled an effortless holiday look…

Former Australia batsman David Warner was convicted and fined A$1,500 ($1,065) for drink-driving by a Sydney court on Tuesday after being arrested in April.Warner, one of Australia’s most decorated cricketers, pleaded guilty after failing a breath-test on the Easter weekend when driving his family home in Sydney’s eastern suburbs after a social function.The 39-year-old’s blood-alcohol reading was more than twice the legal limit.Waverley Local Court heard Warner stopped his car when he saw the roadside breath-testing site and attempted to swap seats with a female passenger.”I accept Mr Warner is unlikely to re-offend,” Judge Clare Farnan told the court in…

It features specialised natural habitats, including sand dunes, inter-dune plains, Ghaf tree woodlands, and areas covered with Rimth shrubs, all supporting numerous desert species adapted to harsh climatic conditions. Dubai: The Al-Wohoosh Desert Reserve in Dubai stands as a prime example that the ecological value of protected areas is not determined by size, but by the habitats and wild species they shelter, which contribute to the overall sustainability of ecosystems. The reserve’s name is deeply rooted in local wildlife, which flourished in the region in ancient times, before evolving into a modern nature reserve that embodies Dubai’s commitment to protecting…

As demand for premium children’s products grows across the Emirates, Russian brands are bringing together quality craftsmanship, thoughtful design and natural ingredients to appeal to a new generation of families Published: Tue 18 Aug 2026, 11:04 AM The UAE’s youngest consumers are becoming some of its most influential shoppers. Children are no longer simply wearing what their parents choose or eating whatever appears in the pantry – they are actively shaping family purchasing decisions. According to global consumer research by GWI, most children aged 8 to 11 have a significant influence on household spending, from snacks and toys to clothing.…

Online travel-tech platform EaseMyTrip has launched ‘ReSave’ — a zero-cost flight add-on that tracks eligible fare drops after booking and returns the full applicable savings to customers, as per a company statement. The company is expanding its technology-led customer proposition beyond the point of booking. As per the release, “The offering monitors booked flight itineraries for eligible price reductions and helps customers access applicable savings, subject to the plan terms.””The initiative forms part of EaseMyTrip’s broader technology strategy to create value across the entire travel lifecycle,” the company said. Airfares can fluctuate even after a booking is confirmed, leaving travellers…

A former street gang leader orchestrated the 1996 drive-by shooting that killed hip-hop star Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas as retaliation for the beating of his nephew, prosecutors told jurors as opening statements began in his murder trial.Duane “Keffe D” Davis, 63, is charged in Nevada’s Clark County with one count of murder using a deadly weapon. He has pleaded not guilty.Davis is accused of leading a group of men to kill Shakur, who was 25 at the time, in a drive-by shooting near the Las Vegas Strip.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.”You…