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Financial hub climbs global competitiveness rankings while committee approves roadmap to strengthen Dubai’s position in the international gold tradeDubai: His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Finance and Chairman of the Higher Committee for the Development of the Economic and Financial Sector, chaired a meeting of the committee to review the latest performance indicators across Dubai’s economic and financial sectors.The meeting reviewed Dubai’s progress across a range of global financial competitiveness indicators and discussed strategic directions aimed at reinforcing the emirate’s position as a leading global hub…

ABU DHABI, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — Researchers at the Mubadala Arabian Centre for Climate and Environmental Sciences (ACCESS) at NYU Abu Dhabi have developed a new algorithm that can forecast Arctic sea ice extent up to nine months in advance, offering a new way to anticipate changes in the Arctic that can affect the global climate system. Called the Random Analogue Predictor (RAP), the algorithm uses historical sea ice data to identify past patterns that resemble current conditions and uses what happened next to generate possible future forecasts. RAP also provides an estimate of uncertainty for each forecast. Arctic…

Nvidia recently highlighted work to help operators rethink dependence on closed AI systems. The company went on to promote open-source models to give carriers direct control over network automation and customer workflows. In a blog, Nvidia stated operators including SoftBank Corp, AT&T and Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison are increasingly deploying open models alongside proprietary systems, explaining they retain full visibility over sensitive network data and can fine-tune models for their specific operational needs. The move reflects a broader shift across telecommunications. Nvidia highlighted the findings of its State of AI in Telecommunications 2026 survey in which 89% of operators deemed open-source…

Court finds travel permit’s purpose fulfilled after mother returned children to UAE within approved period The Sharjah Sharia Court of First Instance, Department of Urgent Sharia Matters, rejected an appeal filed by an Asian father against a judicial order allowing the Arab mother of his two children to travel with them to her home country. The court found that the mother had travelled with the children and returned them to the UAE within the permitted period, fulfilling the purpose of the legal guarantees required to ensure their return. The case began when the court issued an order permitting the mother…

DUBAI, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — Nakheel, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has awarded Mar Marine & Building Contracting L.L.C. a contract for marine and beach works on Island B at Dubai Islands. Scheduled for completion by Q4 2027, the works will add 320 metres of beach frontage near Bay Villas and upgrade approximately 3km of the island’s western shoreline. The scope includes the construction of new breakwaters, removal of existing protective rock revetments and the formation of a new beach near Bay Villas. Mar Marine will also refurbish and carry out remedial works across several existing beach…

A series of spectacular gold masterpieces has helped UAE gold makers earn multiple entries in the Guinness World Records Dubai: Gold manufacturers in the UAE are increasingly competing to create exceptional pieces that not only showcase craftsmanship and innovation but also secure places in the Guinness World Records. Industry executives said the UAE has repeatedly entered the Guinness World Records through a range of locally produced gold creations, including giant bullion bars, elaborate jewellery pieces and artistic designs that reflect Emirati identity and the country’s landmarks. They said the record-breaking pieces demonstrate the advanced capabilities of the UAE’s gold manufacturing…

A major aquaculture project targeting 30,000 metric tonnes of seafood production annually is being planned in Abu Dhabi following an agreement between QITAF Holding and Japan’s Global Academy Limited.Qitaf Holding, a wholly owned subsidiary of Abu Dhabi National Investment and Development , signed a memorandum of understanding with Global Academy to explore the development of a large-scale land-based aquaculture facility.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The project aims to strengthen the UAE’s food security, reduce reliance on seafood imports and introduce advanced Japanese aquaculture technologies to the emirate.The targeted production capacity of approximately 30,000…

Bollywood actress Tanushree Dutta has reacted to the news of Nana Patekar’s death, saying she needs time before sharing her thoughts on the veteran actor’s passing.Dutta, who had accused Patekar of harassment in 2018, addressed the news in a video shared on her Instagram story.”I’ve heard the news. Today is a work day for me. I’m going to Lucknow for an event, and I want to focus on that,” she said.The actress explained that she had already planned her day around an important event in Lucknow, where she intended to go live on social media and share updates with her…

Winning an Asian Games gold medal can bring a South Korean athlete more than sporting glory. For decades, sports has also offered a route out of the country’s regular mandatory military service.But the long-standing privilege is now facing renewed scrutiny after South Korea’s men’s football team won gold at the 2026 Asian Games and several players made comments celebrating their military exemptions.The backlash has reached the government, with both the defence and culture ministries saying the system should be reviewed and could ultimately be scaled back or abolished.So who actually qualifies, does an athlete completely avoid military duty and why…

Omar Hamad Abdullah Bu Shehab appointed Chairman under Decree No. 32 of 2026 as Dubai names members of the housing body’s board Dubai: In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has issued Decree No. 32 of 2026 concerning the Board of Directors of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment. Under the decree, Omar Hamad Abdullah Bu Shehab has been appointed Chairman of the Board, while Mohammed Abdullah Al Tawhidi will serve as Vice Chairman. The Board’s other members are Nasser Abdullah bin Kharbash, Ali…