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After bowling Pakistan to a comprehensive victory over Hong Kong for a place in the Women’s T20 Asia Cup semifinal against Sri Lanka, Nashra Sandhu was confident of delivering another strong collective performance against the defending champions.Sandhu’s stunning six-wicket spell helped Pakistan beat Hong Kong by 72 runs on Monday.Barely 48 hours after their big defeat to India at Dubai International Stadium, Pakistan returned to the same ground to face Hong Kong with a place in the last four at stake.Pakistan, who suffered a stunning batting collapse against India, slumping from 27 for no loss to 55 all out, put…

DUBAI, 8th September, 2026 (WAM)– Fahad Al Gergawi, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Trade, stated global investment priorities are increasingly shifting towards advanced technology, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, infrastructure and long-term strategic partnerships. Speaking to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of AIM Congress 2026, Al Gergawi said the UAE continues to strengthen its investment environment and focus on priority sectors, particularly advanced technology, AI, logistics and infrastructure, including ports, airports and transport networks. He added the UAE’s investment approach extends beyond financial returns to creating a positive impact on both host economies and the national economy,…

Dubai’s off-plan, secondary and rental markets remain resilient, and property values are expected to rise further in the coming yearsDubai: Dubai’s property market continues to attract local and international investment, supported by the emirate’s global appeal, diverse projects, flexible payment plans, security, quality of life and advanced infrastructure, according to developers participating in the International Property Show (IPS 2026).Participating companies also unveiled plans for new projects and investments worth billions of dirhams.Rajinder Kaur, Sales Director at Union Properties, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that investors are increasingly seeking opportunities combining competitive prices, project quality and developer credibility.Raja Jawad Ahmed,…

Global oil benchmark Brent crude has rallied this month but stayed below $100 a barrel despite recent escalation in the US-Iran conflict that has disrupted Gulf exports from the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea.Crude oil shipments from Middle East producers are at about 11 million barrels per day (bpd) now, from 18 million bpd before the Iran war began seven months ago, according to Argus.Here are some of the factors driving oil prices:Significant volumes have been able to flow through HormuzIn the week before fighting erupted again on August 30, roughly 8 million to 9 million bpd had…

The wait for Ajay Devgn-starrer ‘Drishyam: The Conclusion’ is set to get more exciting as the makers have announced that the trailer of the much-awaited crime thriller franchise will be released on Wednesday.Devgn officially confirmed the trailer release date through a post on X, “Jo kahaani 2 October se shuru hui thi… woh khatam bhi 2 October ko hogi” (The story that began on October 2… will also end on October 2), Ajay wrote.Ajay Devgn is set to return as Vijay Salgaonkar in ‘Drishyam The Conclusion,’ which will hit theatres on October 2.The film will serve as the final chapter…

Pakistan captain Babar Azam said on Tuesday he had no input into the dramatic reshaping of his squad ahead of this week’s third and final Test against England, adding the raft of changes was “news to me”.Heavy defeats in the first two Tests, at Headingley and Lord’s, prompted the Pakistan Cricket Board to send seven players home before the tour was finished, with head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling chief Umar Gul sacked from their posts as well.Seven players — including five with no Test experience — were added to the squad, with Pakistan white-ball coach Mike Hesson and assistant…

HTC recently launched its AI-powered Vive Eagle smart glasses in North America, Europe and Australia for $499. A launch that steps directly into an arena with growing consumer concerns over secret recordings. Designed with a privacy-first architecture, the eyewear features 3K video recording, Zeiss lens options, local AES-256 data encryption, and multi-sensor anti-tamper LEDs. Users can toggle between OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google Gemini models, which process de-identified requests to prevent AI profiling. The eyewear will ship in two distinct styles and multiple colour variants. The U.S. market entry follows HTC’s initial unveiling of the Vive Eagle last year, where the…

More than 75 speakers from 35 countries took part in discussions across the two-day programme, addressing key issues spanning regional security, economic resilience, geopolitical shifts and emerging technologies Abu Dhabi: The third edition of Hili Forum 2026 concluded today in Abu Dhabi, marking the end of two days of discussions jointly organised by the Emirates Center for Strategic Studies and Research (ECSSR) and the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA). Held under the theme, “Gulf at Crossroads: Conflict, Consequences and Course Correction,” the Forum convened more than 1,600 attendees, including decision-makers, senior officials, diplomats, academics and international experts. More than 75…

DUBAI, 8th September, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai’s property market continues to attract local and international investment, supported by the emirate’s global appeal, diverse projects, flexible payment plans, security, quality of life and advanced infrastructure, according to developers participating in the International Property Show (IPS 2026). Participating companies also unveiled plans for new projects and investments worth billions of dirhams. Rajinder Kaur, Sales Director at Union Properties, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that investors are increasingly seeking opportunities combining competitive prices, project quality and developer credibility. Raja Jawad Ahmed, Sales Director at Azizi Developments, said the company has delivered more…

Popular Indian restaurant Chokhi Dhani Dubai has announced that it will permanently close its doors, with its final day of operations set for September 15, 2026. The Al Seef restaurant shared the news in an Instagram post, thanking customers for the celebrations and memories they had shared at the venue over the years. “After many memorable moments, shared celebrations, and countless experiences together, Chokhi Dhani Dubai will be closing its doors permanently,” the restaurant said. It added: “To everyone who visited us, celebrated with us, and became a part of our journey, thank you for all the love and memories.”…