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Understanding how water, electrolytes and carbohydrates work together can help support hydration before, during and after exercise Published: Wed 7 Oct 2026, 4:14 PM As more people head outdoors to run, play sport or return to the gym, hydration deserves a place in every exercise plan. Dehydration can affect concentration and performance, and in hot conditions it can become dangerous. The key is not to wait until you feel very thirsty. Drink before exercise, take regular drinks while you are active, and continue drinking afterwards. Sweat takes away more than water When you sweat, your body loses water. It also…
The UAE’s Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has issued a new top-up tax guide to support multinational businesses understand the country’s evolving tax framework and enable them to meet registration obligations.The guide provides detailed guidance for multinational enterprises (MNEs) to determine whether a corporation falls within the scope of the Qualified Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax (QDMTT) Legislation.The guide also outlines the conditions for MNE Groups to be in scope, the types of entities subject to top-up tax and those that are not, as well as the registration process and applicable timelines.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on…
Hollywood actress Eva Marie Saint, best known for her roles in ‘On the Waterfront’ and ‘North by Northwest,’ has passed away at the age of 102.The actress passed away on Tuesday, October 6, of natural causes at her home in Los Angeles, according to a press release. She was surrounded by her family and loved ones at the time of her passing.She is survived by her husband of more than six decades, television director Jeffrey Hayden, their two children, Darrell and Laurette, four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.Born on July 4, 1924, in Newark, New Jersey, Saint studied at Bowling Green…
Lionel Messi described his retirement from international football as the “saddest day of my career” on Tuesday after playing his final game for Argentina in a 3-0 defeat of Benin.Messi, who scored a goal and provided two assists in the victory at the Monumental Stadium, took to the field after the win to express gratitude to fans and team-mates as he reflected on his 21-year career with Argentina.”It was a huge source of pride for me to defend this jersey for more than 20 years,” Messi told the stadium. “Even in the worst moments we went through and that I…
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid praises UAE’s No.1 global ranking in customer satisfaction for digital government services, as BCG’s 2026 survey shows over 75% rate it better than private sector offerings and hints major service changes coming in November Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, lauded the UAE for achieving the top position worldwide in customer satisfaction with its government digital services, according to the Boston Consulting Group’s (BCG) sixth annual 2026 Digital Government Citizen Survey Report. His Highness praised the efforts of government teams behind…
DUBAI, 7th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Artificial Intelligence Office in the UAE Government, in collaboration with Samsung Gulf Electronics, has announced the opening of registration for the latest edition of Samsung Innovation Campus 2026, aimed at equipping young Emirati talent with the technical and practical skills needed to develop artificial intelligence solutions and strengthening their ability to transform knowledge into innovations that enhance the competitiveness of the national economy and support the economy of the future. This year’s edition introduces a new training track in generative AI, providing participants with practical skills in one of the fastest-growing and most…
New research by Omdia highlights how, a majority of businesses are prioritising edge computing in IoT deployments. The company went on to speculate that the approach now at a tipping point in terms of delivering tangible benefits. Principal analyst for IoT John Canali said enterprises’ focus on edge computing is being fuelled by growing interest in using AI and machine learning in their IoT deployments. He said many are “considering how to adapt their architectures” to enable processing at the edge, as companies seek to improve security, and lower “transmission costs” and latency. Omdia quizzed 570 executives with organisations across…
Residents urged to verify requests through trusted channels as fraudsters increasingly use artificial intelligence to impersonate individuals, businesses and government entities Dubai: Dubai Police have alerted the public to fraud attempts involving artificial intelligence technologies that can mimic voices and images to impersonate individuals, businesses and official entities in order to steal money or obtain sensitive information. In a post on its official X account, Dubai Police stressed the importance of exercising caution when receiving unusual or urgent requests, warning people not to rely solely on voice or image verification to confirm the identity of a caller or organisation. The…
Accurate beneficiary details can help prevent transfer delays, returned payments and additional banking chargesAbu Dhabi: Banks have stressed the importance of ensuring that transfer details match and have urged customers to verify that the beneficiary’s full name matches the bank account details and the International Bank Account Number (IBAN) before making any money transfer. This helps avoid transfers being returned or delayed, whether within the UAE or to bank accounts abroad.Bank officials said accurately entering the beneficiary’s details and reviewing them before approving a transfer is an essential step in ensuring that the transaction is completed successfully and that the…
ABU DHABI, 7th October, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) said that its shareholders have approved the proposed increase in the bank’s issued and paid-up share capital through a rights issue expected to raise approximately AED1.75 billion in gross proceeds. The resolution was approved by the requisite majority of shareholders at the General Assembly Meeting held on Tuesday. The capital raise will strengthen ADIB’s capital base and support the next phase of growth under Vision 2035, enabling the bank to pursue its growth trajectory while maintaining capital strength and creating sustainable long-term value for shareholders. The proposed rights…