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European Central Bank policymakers are ready to raise interest rates at their next meeting in September to contain the side-effects of the Iran war but they have little appetite to signal further tightening after that, three sources told Reuters. The ECB raised borrowing costs for the first time in nearly three years in June to prevent a war-fuelled rise in energy prices from spreading too widely in the economy. With inflation at nearly 3%, the Iran conflict still ongoing and the euro zone economy showing signs of resilience, ECB governors think the time has come to raise the policy rate…

Makers of actor Taapsee Pannu-starrer Gandhari have denied allegations of plagiarism after a Mumbai-based writer reportedly alleged that the film’s makers had used elements from his work. Kathha Pictures, which is backing the film, has denied the allegations and maintained that Gandhari is an original story.In an Instagram statement, the makers said, “Our attention has been drawn to allegations circulating on social media and in certain publications to the effect that our forthcoming film ‘Gandhari’ copies another person’s concept and uses that person’s title. These allegations are false, and we deny them unequivocally. ‘Gandhari’ is an original work, written and…

Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport against her four-year ban for missing a doping test last year, the sport’s highest judicial body said.Vondrousova was issued the suspension in June after the International Tennis Integrity Agency said the Czech did not submit her sample when notified by a doping control officer in an out-of-competition test attempt at her home in December.The 27-year-old said in April she had “reached a breaking point after months of physical and mental stress” and added that an officer arriving at 8:15 p.m. demanding an immediate test felt like…

ABU DHABI, 29th August, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the People’s Republic of China over the victims of floods and landslides near Tibet, close to its border with Nepal, which resulted in a number of deaths and missing people, as well as significant damage. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed the UAE’s sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the People’s Republic of China and its people over this tragedy, as well as its wishes for a speedy recovery for all the injured. Source:…

Gold prices fall in UAE as 24K drops to Dh536.75 per gram, tracking a global bullion slump after Fed comments raised expectations of a September rate hike and boosted the dollar and Treasury yieldsGold prices in the United Arab Emirates fell on Saturday, tracking a sharp decline in global bullion prices following comments by US Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh that boosted market expectations of another interest rate hike to counter persistent inflationary pressures.According to prices announced in the local market, 24-carat gold was trading at about Dh536.75 per gram, while 22-carat gold stood at about Dh497 per gram and…

DUBAI, 29th August, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Self-defence Sports Club topped the standings on the opening day of Round 6 of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship at Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex in Dubai. The No-Gi competition on Saturday featured athletes in the Under-12, Under-14 and Under-16 categories, representing clubs and academies from across the UAE. The young athletes produced a high technical standard, showing control, quick decision-making and the ability to adapt to the demands of No-Gi competition. ADMA finished second, with Palms Sports in third. Round 6 is the final No-Gi event of the championship…

Internationally acclaimed content creator exemplifies the transformation brought about by social media and digital platforms in amplifying media influence. DUBAI: The Organising Committee of the Arab Media Summit 2026 has announced that internationally acclaimed content creator Yuji Beleza will join the lineup of speakers participating in the Summit, taking place in Dubai from 15th to 17th September. His participation reflects the emergence of a new generation of content creators who have redefined the concept of content creation and transformed digital platforms into spaces that transcend borders, cultures and languages. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid…

ABU DHABI, 27th August, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club (ADEC) and Abu Dhabi Turf Club (ADTC) will showcase the evolution and the future of Abu Dhabi’s equestrian and racing sectors at the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition 2026 (ADIHEX), taking place from 28 August to 6 September 2026 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, open daily from 10:00 to 22:00. Under the theme ‘Heritage in Motion’, Stand A-125, beside the Grandstand entrance, will present racing, community initiatives and equestrian technology across a series of digital displays, together with an interactive racing game, reflecting Abu Dhabi’s growing equestrian…

DUBAI, 29th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Organising Committee of the Arab Media Summit 2026 has announced that internationally acclaimed content creator Yuji Beleza will join the lineup of speakers participating in the Summit, taking place in Dubai from 15th to 17th September. His participation reflects the emergence of a new generation of content creators who have redefined the concept of content creation and transformed digital platforms into spaces that transcend borders, cultures and languages. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and under the…

ABU DHABI, 29th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 2026 is introducing a new range of interactive family activities and experiences that combine entertainment, education and cultural heritage preservation. Organised by ADNEC Group, a Modon company, in strategic partnership with the Emirates Falconers’ Club, the 23rd edition of ADIHEX will take place from 28 August to 6 September 2026 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The event will offer a comprehensive programme designed to give families and children the opportunity to explore authentic Emirati heritage through immersive experiences and interactive activities that strengthen family…