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Dubai residents need to work for just five years on average income to buy a 60-square-metre apartment near the city centre, one of the shortest span among 23 major cities surveyed by UBS in its Global Real Estate Bubble Index 2026.By contrast, buyers in Hong Kong – the least affordable market in the study – need around 15 years of average income to purchase a similar-sized home, while those in London require 11 years. Buyers in Tokyo, Paris and Seoul all need more than a decade.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Dubai also ranks…
Channing Tatum has responded to rumours that he was behind a secret Instagram account that had been leaving comments about his ex-fiancée Zoë Kravitz and her fiancé Harry Styles.The speculation began circulating online over the weekend after fans noticed an account called ‘@bidness_nonya’, which had commented on posts involving Zoë and Harry.What caught people’s attention was the account’s connection to Channing, with the actor appearing to follow the page. Some social media users began questioning whether it could be a burner account belonging to him.Channing has now denied the theory, addressing it directly on his Instagram Stories on September 21.“Yo…
On the face of it, Japan taking on India in cricket is akin to the Indians facing Brazil in a game of football.This is not a hypothetical situation anymore.Japan, a cricketing minnow, indeed played a historic T20 International against world champions India in Tokyo on Tuesday.And India, one of the weakest football nations in Asia, arguably the least developed continent in the global sport, is bracing for its first international match against Brazil, the five-time world champions.Brazil may have bowed out of the recent World Cup with a tame defeat to Norway in the round of 16, but a team…
AOC, a globally leading monitor brand, recently announced the regional launch of the Q27G40ZDF in the Middle East. The 26.5-inch display is built around a QD-OLED panel and targets esports players and serious gamers who need speed, colour accuracy, and reliability in one package. The monitor runs at 240Hz with a 0.03ms response time (GtG), which puts it in the same performance class as hardware used in professional tournaments. Motion blur is minimal, and the inclusion of Adaptive-Sync support helps keep screen tearing in check across a wide range of frame rates. On the visual side, the QD-OLED panel covers…
ABU DHABI, 22nd September, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Group is heading to New York for its annual Global Investor Roadshow and Conference, held in collaboration with Morgan Stanley on 24th and 25th September 2026. This is part of ADX’s ongoing commitment and engagement outreach to institutional investors across key global financial centres. The ADX event in New York will highlight the investment opportunities Abu Dhabi’s capital markets offer through its leading listed companies, as the ADX supports Abu Dhabi’s long-term economic vision and sustainable economic growth as a global capital hub. Ghannam Butti Almazrouei, Chairman…
Russian producers are offering new flavour pairings for familiar desserts – natural jam made from Siberian pine cones and cedar nuts, free from preservatives and artificial additives. Discover how these sweets pair with karak, luqaimat and chebab – and why they have earned the “Made in Russia” status. Published: Tue 22 Sept 2026, 11:10 AM What could be better than time spent over a cup of aromatic tea with your favourite sweets? Perhaps only one thing – if those sweets are natural and free from preservatives and artificial additives. Traditional Russian desserts, crafted by nature itself, will delight your taste…
Charitable organisations and community leaders pay tribute to Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, recalling a lifetime of helping those in need and supporting humanitarian causes away from the spotlight Dubai: The late Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is being remembered not only for his public service but also for the humanitarian values that defined his relationship with people throughout his life. Known for his willingness to help those in need and stand alongside people facing difficult circumstances, Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid viewed charity and support as more than material assistance. Those who knew him described an approach rooted…
Massive borrowing by hyperscalers to fund data centres and AI infrastructure is creating a divide in the corporate bond market, with investors demanding higher returns from AI-related issuersNew York: The corporate bond market is increasingly splitting into two camps, with investors showing greater caution towards debt issued by AI-related companies while continuing to enthusiastically back more traditional issuers such as financial and industrial firms.According to portfolio managers and market analysts, concerns are not centred on the creditworthiness of major technology companies. Instead, investors are focused on the unprecedented scale and uncertainty of borrowing required to finance data centres, semiconductors and…
Tickets from Al Yalayis Station start from Dh39, with journeys to Abu Dhabi taking 57 minutes and Fujairah 69 minutes Dubai: Etihad Rail has opened ticket bookings through its website and smart application ahead of the launch of services to and from Al Yalayis Station in Dubai on September 30. According to the booking system, the company is offering two travel classes to cater to different passenger preferences. A Comfort Class ticket costs Dh39 for journeys from Al Yalayis Station to either Mohammed Bin Zayed Station in Abu Dhabi or Fujairah Station. Meanwhile, Premium Class tickets are priced at Dh109…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments amid the US-Iran war.]Some flights to the UAE were delayed by several hours on Tuesday, with some services facing delays of up to 13 hours, while several regional flights were cancelled.Several flights from Indian cities were delayed by hours, with some facing 13-hour delays. Some flights also faced cancellations to cities in the region, namely to Kuwait, Bahrain, and some Saudi Arabian cities.Airlines continue to urge passengers to continuously monitor flight times, available on each airline’s respective website.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…