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Netflix has officially announced Musafir Cafe Season 2, bringing back the romantic drama that unexpectedly became one of the streamer’s most talked-about Indian titles this year.The platform shared a teaser caption on Instagram that read, “Adhoori mohabbat ki kahaani ko poora karne, yeh musafir wapas lautenge” (To complete the unfinished story of love, these travellers shall return), followed by “Musafir Cafe Season 2, coming soon, only on Netflix,” confirming that the love story is far from over. And fans have been lapping the news up.“Bring Season 2 ASAP,” read a comment, while another fan wrote, “Most awaited show of my…

Multiple US cities that hosted World Cup matches are seeking millions of dollars they believe world soccer’s governing body Fifa promised them, The Athletic reported on Tuesday.Four executives from World Cup cities, speaking anonymously, told the outlet that Fifa management told them they would each receive $1 million in “legacy” funds to build football-related infrastructure and support “social projects”.The Athletic reported that officials from the cities had requested the payments after Gianni Infantino, head of global football’s governing body, announced such payments to host cities of the 2025 Club World Cup in the United States.”According to four executives at US…

DUBAI, 5th August, 2026 (WAM) — Moove, the global mobility company building the operating layer for autonomous mobility, today announced it has raised $250 million at a $2.1 billion valuation in a Series C funding round led by Mubadala Investment Company and co-led by Woven Capital, Toyota’s Growth Fund, and Ion Pacific. The round also brings in BlueCrest Capital Management and Sona Capital, further strengthening the depth of Moove’s institutional backing, alongside the likes of BlackRock, MUFG, Franklin Templeton, Uber, Left Lane, Square Associates, The Latest Ventures, and the Ontario Power Generation Pension Plan, supporting Moove’s next phase of growth.…

The government of India is reportedly planning to offer longer tax exemptions to foreign technology companies. This news is speculated to be part of a bid to convince these manufacturers to invest in the country and set up manufacturing hubs that rival China. Financial Times (FT) reported the proposed boosted tax exemptions were submitted to parliament on the 4th of August 2026, with finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman stating they should be pushed through with urgency to “provide ease of doing business and tax certainty”. The government has tabled a proposal which would extend tax exemptions by a decade through to…

Based on visitor reviews and performance indicators, the rankings highlight the palace’s position as one of the UAE’s leading cultural and heritage attractions. ABU DHABI: Qasr Al Watan has been recognised in both Trip.Best’s Top 100 Global Attractions & Experiences 2026 and Top 100 Attractions & Experiences in Asia 2026, published by Trip.com. Based on visitor reviews and performance indicators, the rankings highlight the palace’s position as one of the UAE’s leading cultural and heritage attractions. Among the palace’s highlights are the Great Hall, known for its traditional Arabian architecture and one of the world’s largest central domes, and the…

Dubai has become home to The Pediatric Academy, a new international education institution created to advance knowledge-sharing among healthcare professionals and give parents better access to understandable, evidence-informed information about their children’s health and development. Founded by pediatric dentist, author and international speaker Dr. Rafif Tayara, The Pediatric Academy brings together education on pediatric dentistry, airway health, sleep-disordered breathing, oral function, early facial growth, interceptive orthodontics and myofunctional therapy. The institution combines a global online education platform with in-person professional training at its Dubai training location at Jumeira Street The Academy’s initial programs focus on an area of children’s healthcare…

A weekend can feel surprisingly long when you’re surrounded by mountains, turquoise waters and winding coastal roads. With Oman announcing a new free 14-day tourist visa for eligible travellers, there’s never been a better time for UAE residents to swap skyscrapers for dramatic landscapes and quiet villages. Whether you’re looking for adventure, relaxation or simply a change of scenery, Oman offers all three within a few hours’ drive from the UAE. From ancient forts and mountain viewpoints to crystal-clear wadis and freshly grilled seafood, here’s how to make the most of a 48-hour escape. Before you hit the road Before…

TOKYO, 5th August, 2026 (WAM) — Japan’s Nikkei share average rose more than three percent on Wednesday as AI-related stocks jumped to track their US peers, and investors scooped up stocks with a strong outlook. The Nikkei was up 3.16 percent to 65,979.02 as of 0101 GMT, while the broader Topix rose 1.52 percent to 4,022.18. Chip-testing equipment maker Advantest and chip-making equipment maker Tokyo Electron rose 8 percent and 4 percent, respectively. Of more than 1,500 stocks trading on the Tokyo Stock Exchange’s prime market, 67 percent rose, 29 percent fell and 3 percent traded flat. Source: Emirates News…

Adnoc Distribution posted a record first half net profit of $568 million, rising 59 per cent year-on-year, which it attributed to record fuel volumes and continued network expansionThe company saw its EBITDA increase 39 per cent to $786 million, up from $566 million the previous year. Underlying EBITDA rose 14 per cent to $603 million, up from $530 million.Gross profits increased 28.9 per cent to Dh1.15 billion in H1 2026, up from Dh898 million the same period last year. Inventory gains and a sustained growth in the higher-margin non-fuel retail (NFR) segment also factored in the company’s record performance during…

At 4am New Zealand time, Devyn Dalton’s phone blew up because overnight, something bizarrely wonderful had happened. Her biceps had gone viral, not just in one country but across the world. After Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey hit cinemas, there was plenty to talk about: the giant sets, the film’s IMAX scale, the cast’s performances and the sheer spectacle of it all. But among the endless chatter, one unexpected detail grabbed the spotlight… the 4’6” female stunt double who shot some of Matt Damon’s action sequences in the film, including the battle against the man-eating Laestrygonians.Matt Damon later credited her on…