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Programme brings family business leaders together with senior government officials to support future growth, enhance leadership capabilities and deepen understanding of Dubai’s economic and social prioritiesDubai: The Dubai Family Business Management Programme has concluded its latest knowledge journey with a series of high-level leadership engagements and specialised workshops aimed at strengthening collaboration between family businesses and Dubai Government leaders.Organised by the Mohammed bin Rashid Center for Leadership Development (MBRCLD) in collaboration with the Dubai Centre for Family Businesses (DCFB), which operates under Dubai Chambers, the programme supports Dubai’s efforts to reinforce strategic partnerships between the public and private sectors.MBRCLD designed…
Dubai’s original Ravi Restaurant in Satwa has issued a public notice clarifying that it is not currently associated with two other establishments operating under the Ravi name in the emirate. In a statement posted on its official Instagram account on Tuesday, August 18, Ravi Restaurant said it is not associated, affiliated, managed, operated or represented by Ravi Fine Dine on Sheikh Zayed Road or Ravi Restaurant in Al Nahda. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. The restaurant said the two establishments should not be understood or represented as branches of, or as operating…
Google is reportedly making plans to move the production of its Pixel smartphones, watches and wireless earbuds out of China by the year 2027. The company is instead looking to expand its manufacturing efforts into Vietnam and India due to ongoing U.S.-China tensions. The tech giant also told suppliers it is targeting an 8% to 10% increase in Pixel shipments this year from around 12 million units in 2025, Nikkei Asia reported. The move would make Google the second major smartphone manufacturer after Samsung to fully shift production out of China. Sources told the news outlet that “compared with Apple,…
While the brunt of the US-Iran war remains centred in and around the Strait of Hormuz, airlines continue to extend flight suspensions across the Gulf as security concerns persist. Several international and regional carriers have cancelled or adjusted services to destinations including the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia, while travellers are being advised to check the latest flight status before heading to the airport.This comes as the UAE suspends all trade and financial transactions with Iran after air defences dealt with two ballistic missiles, of which Iran denied involvement. Talks between the US and Iran have also stalled,…
The Recording Academy has signalled that it could make changes to its controversial new Asian pop category following BTS decision not to submit music for consideration at the 2027 Grammy Awards.According to The Korea Times, Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. addressed criticism surrounding the newly introduced Best Asian Pop Music Performance category, acknowledging that some artists do not feel it represents their music appropriately.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels.The category was introduced as part of the academy’s efforts to expand representation amid the global growth of Asian pop music. However, the move…
Aryna Sabalenka unleashed her big game with devastating effect on Tuesday, hammering China’s Wang Xinyu 6-1, 6-3 to reach the fourth round of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters.The world number one took only 20 minutes to blow through the first set against her 36th-ranked opponent and began the second set with a break of serve.Sabalenka kept up the pressure in the second set with Wang double-faulting on the top seed’s first match point after 54 minutes.The victory marked the 45th in a row for Sabalenka at the Masters 1000 level.”I cannot complain. She’s a tough opponent,” Sabalenka said. “To win in…
New study reveals strong links between community programmes, higher happiness levels, stronger perceptions of safety and lower crime rates across Dubai Dubai: Dubai Police community initiatives generated a social return on investment (SROI) of AED647.9 million between 2017 and 2026, benefiting 3.8 million people and contributing to improvements in security, public trust, economic outcomes and quality of life, according to a new study. The study, conducted by the Future Foresight Centre at Dubai Police, assessed 80 initiatives spanning education, health, public awareness and sports, measuring their impact on public safety, crime prevention, trust in police and community wellbeing. The findings…
Dubai Jewellery Group rates show gold trading below recent highs, while silver remains under pressure amid softer global precious metals marketsDubai: Gold prices in the UAE declined on Wednesday, with 24-karat gold trading at AED525.00 per gram, according to the latest suggested retail rates published by the Dubai Jewellery Group.The price of 22-karat gold stood at AED486.25 per gram, while 21-karat gold was priced at AED466.25 per gram and 18-karat gold at AED399.50 per gram.Current UAE gold prices are:24K Gold: AED525.00 per gram.22K Gold: AED486.25 per gram.21K Gold: AED466.25 per gram.18K Gold: AED399.50 per gram.The latest rates indicate that gold…
Electronic music star Alan Walker is set to return to Dubai this weekend, headlining Frequency 971 at Coca-Cola Arena on Saturday, August 22. The Norwegian DJ and producer, best known for tracks including Faded, Alone and Sing Me to Sleep, will take the stage as part of a line-up that also includes UAE-based artists DJ Bliss and DJ Slim. Walker rose to international fame following the release of Faded in 2015. The track went on to become one of his biggest hits, accumulating billions of streams and views across digital platforms. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow…
Oil prices have been steadily rising as ongoing military escalation in the region has pushed oil above $90 a barrel on Wednesday. But will oil reach $100 a barrel as US and Iran have not yet reached a peace deal after a 60-day ceasefire?“The market is gradually coming to terms with the idea that supply disruptions are not a temporary shock, but a new reality. Meanwhile, Brent is being supported by reports that US strategic reserves have fallen to their lowest level since 1982, losing 5.3 million barrels in the last week alone. The safety cushion is shrinking before our…