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Google recently showcased its Pixel 11 series phones alongside expanded hardware at an annual event, introducing processor and camera upgrades along with adjusted memory configurations. The range spans the base Pixel 11 (priced at $899), Pixel 11 Pro ($1,099), Pixel 11 Pro XL ($1,299) and Pixel 11 Pro Fold ($1,899), which all run on Google’s Tensor G6 processor. Google stated Tensor G6 provides a 50% increase in compute performance than its previous generation and is built to accelerate on-device execution of the Gemini Nano generative AI model. The company noted on-device AI workloads run up to 3.5-times faster and cut…

DUBAI, 14th August, 2026 (WAM) — Approximately 20,000 successful applicants have benefited from ‘A Dubai Invite’ since its launch on 20th July, prompting the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) to triple the programme’s capacity in response to strong demand, as registration approaches its final capacity. Noor Al Geziry, AVP, Special Projects and MENA at DET, said the strong response reflects the important role Dubai residents play in sharing their positive experiences of the city with others. She added that collaboration with partners had enabled the programme to triple its capacity. DET encouraged residents to register as soon as…

Amanat Holdings reported a 46 per cent rise in first-half profit to Dh153.3 million, supported by higher patient volumes, rising student enrolments and continued expansion across its healthcare and education businesses. Revenue for the six months ended June 30 increased 24 per cent to Dh582.5 million, while EBITDA rise 30 per cent to Dh226.4 million. Adjusted profit increased 72 per cent to Dh153.4 million. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The company also declared an interim cash dividend of Dh75 million, equivalent to 3 fils per share. Cambridge Health Group reported a 28 per…

Preity Zinta has returned to the big screen alongside Sunny Deol in Batwara 1947, which arrived in cinemas today, August 14.Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, the Partition drama also stars Shabana Azmi, Karan Deol, Ali Fazal and Abhimanyu Singh.The film reunites Deol and Zinta, who previously worked together in films including The Hero: Love Story of a Spy and Bhaiaji Superhit.Ahead of the release, Deol spoke about the film’s Partition setting and stories about the period that had been passed down through his own family.In a recent interview, Deol addressed comparisons between Batwara 1947 and his Gadar films. “It’s a family film,” he said, adding that Tara Singh and…

Argentina football icon Lionel Messi bid farewell Sunday to his father Jorge, the global star’s emotional anchor and agent since childhood who passed away following a battle with cancer aged 68.The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner touched down on a private flight from Miami late on Saturday with his wife Antonela Roccuzzo and their children.A private ceremony with close family and a few Argentina teammates took place at a cemetery in the town of Perez, adjacent to Rosario, later Sunday.The gates of the town’s El Prado cemetery displayed handwritten messages from fans — “Stay strong, Leo, we love you” and “Stay…

A Dubai Invite draws 20,000 applicants as Dubai DET triples programme capacity, offering residents’ guests exclusive deals on hotels, restaurants and attractions through December 2026 DUBAI: Approximately 20,000 successful applicants have benefited from ‘A Dubai Invite’ since its launch on 20th July, prompting the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) to triple the programme’s capacity in response to strong demand, as registration approaches its final capacity. Noor Al Geziry, AVP, Special Projects and MENA at DET, said the strong response reflects the important role Dubai residents play in sharing their positive experiences of the city with others. She added…

DUBAI, 14th August, 2026 (WAM) — Parkin Company PJSC (Parkin) announced its financial and operational results for the second quarter ended 30th June, 2026, reporting a 14 percent increase in total revenue to AED364.1 million compared with the same period in 2025. Net profit rose 12 percent to AED166.2 million, supported by growth in seasonal cards, developer parking and enforcement. EBITDA increased 15 percent to AED217.2 million from AED189.3 million, with an EBITDA margin of 60 percent. Eng. Mohamed Abdulla Al Ali, CEO of Parkin, said, “Parkin delivered a strong second quarter, with revenues up 14 percent to AED364.1 million,…

As organ donations save lives, and help patients who need life-changing treatment, UAE provides support for those who make the decision to donate, or wish to do so. This includes medical, travel, and other forms of support for donors, under Ministerial Decision No. 91 of 2026. The framework covers living donors, people who have expressed their wish to donate after death, and relatives of deceased donors. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Here is what the benefits include: What medical support does a living donor receive? Living donors can receive medical and insurance…

Alphabet has emerged as by far the largest single institutional holder of SpaceX following its $86 billion IPO in June, according to a Reuters analysis of quarterly filings made public so far.Alphabet’s early bet on SpaceX has multiplied more than 100-fold, with the Google parent disclosing a stake worth about $94 billion at the end of June compared with the $900 million investment it said it made in Elon Musk’s rocket company in 2015.Alphabet has emerged as by far the largest single institutional holder of SpaceX following its $86 billion IPO in June, according to a Reuters analysis of quarterly…

An Air India Airbus A320 dropped about 300 feet this month, injuring 24 people on board, after the aircraft registered a loss of hydraulic pressure that briefly left key flight controls unresponsive, according to a preliminary Airbus analysis reviewed by Reuters.The August 4 incident occurred on Air India flight AI2379 from Phuket to Delhi, which landed safely in Delhi despite the altitude loss.Airbus’ initial analysis showed the plane registered losses in all three hydraulic systems, which use pressurised fluid to power flight controls and other equipment, in quick succession.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…