Author: Editorial team

Australia will again opt for a training camp ahead of the five-Test tour of India rather than play a traditional warmup match before attempting to end a 22-year wait for a Test series victory on the subcontinent.Australia also chose not to play a tour match before the 2023 series, instead training on specially-prepared, spin-friendly pitches in Bengaluru before the opening Test.The decision drew scrutiny after India won the Nagpur opener by an innings and 132 runs, setting the tone for a 2-1 series victory that allowed the hosts to retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.Head coach Andrew McDonald said Australia would scout…

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ROX has opened its first Abu Dhabi showroom, with its UAE dedicated aftersales service center scheduled to open by August 15 this year. Meanwhile, it has officially commenced operations at its regional parts hub in Jebel Ali, further strengthening its integrated customer ecosystem across the UAE.Abu Dhabi – ROX today marked another major step in the expansion of its UAE operations with the opening of its first showroom in Abu Dhabi and its largest dedicated aftersales service centre in the country which will open by August 15, both in operation with its exclusive distributor Futures Trans Motors, and the commencement…

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ASTANA, 5th August, 2026 (WAM) — On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Dr Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports, attended the opening ceremony of the Games of the Future 2026, hosted in the Kazakh capital, Astana, as head of the UAE delegation. The UAE’s participation at the Games is a direct extension of the prominent role established during its hosting of the previous edition in Abu Dhabi, a milestone event solidifying the UAE’s standing as an active partner in developing phygital sports. The 2025 tournament also expanded the global dialogue on the future…

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Keith Lee, Cloud Business Director at Sangfor Technologies. Keith Lee explores how HCI, virtualisation and resilient data centre architectures can help GCC enterprises balance AI ambitions with cost, security and operational complexity AI adoption across the GCC is accelerating, but building the right infrastructure foundation remains a critical challenge for enterprises navigating rising costs, operational complexity and evolving workloads. From GPU capacity and hyperconverged infrastructure to virtualisation and disaster recovery, organisations are reassessing how their data centres can support AI while remaining secure, scalable and cost-efficient. In an interview with TahawulTech, Keith Lee, Cloud Business Director at Sangfor Technologies, discusses…

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American Hospital Dubai is the first private healthcare provider in Dubai to introduce such advanced solutions for early-stage cancer detection Published: Wed 5 Aug 2026, 10:03 AM American Hospital Dubai, a regional leader in benchmark healthcare and innovative medical solutions, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with global healthcare leader Abbott to promote the advancement of innovative early cancer detection capabilities in the UAE. The advanced early detection technologies will exponentially elevate the country’s diagnostic excellence, enabling individuals to benefit from innovative solutions. American Hospital is the first private healthcare entity in Dubai to introduce such an advanced early-stage…

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DUBAI, 5th August, 2026 (WAM) — UXE Group has signed a strategic partnership agreement with South Africa’s NASCENT Group in the presence of Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, in a move that reflects the Group’s commitment to expanding its international partnerships and strengthening collaboration in future-focused sectors. The agreement builds on a previous official visit by UXE Group to the Republic of South Africa. The visit resulted in the establishment of strategic relationships with leading organisations and companies, culminating in the signing of this agreement with NASCENT Group. This milestone reflects the success of joint efforts to transform promising opportunities into strategic…

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ABU DHABI, 5th August, 2026 (WAM) — IHC today announced its financial results for the six-month period ended 30th June 2026. IHC reported revenue of AED64.9 billion, representing an increase of 34.5% year-on-year, while profit after tax reached AED26.2 billion, compared with AED8.9 billion in the corresponding period of 2025. Gross profit increased by 41.0% to AED16.8 billion, and earnings per share rose to AED8.21. According to a press statement issued by the company today, the results reflect continued growth across several of the Group’s operating sectors, alongside the contribution from IHC’s investment activities and active portfolio management. Revenue growth…

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Property owners and real estate operators in Abu Dhabi have until September 16, 2026, to apply for or renew building occupancy certificates under a grace period announced by the Department of Municipalities and Transport.Applications must be submitted through a classified engineering consultancy using the Municipal e-Permitting System.The directive forms part of the implementation of Administrative Decision No. 1 of 2024, which regulates the Building Occupancy and Legalisation Certificate Programme.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The department said the framework is intended to ensure buildings are structurally safe and suitable for use, while supporting residents’…

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Ariana Grande has reassured fans that her decision to step away from the spotlight after her Eternal Sunshine tour is one she made long before the recent wave of online speculation about her appearance, insisting that the break is a positive and carefully considered choice rather than a reaction to criticism.The Grammy-winning singer spoke directly to concertgoers during a recent show, days after her team confirmed she would take a hiatus from public facing work once her tour concludes in London on September 1.”I just wanted to speak to my friends directly tonight because I love you so much,” Ariana told the…

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The death of British-Nepali mountaineer Nirmal Purja on Broad Peak in Pakistan’s Karakoram range recently left the climbing world shocked. However, what has emerged since is not just a period of mourning, but also a wider debate about rescue timelines and the ground realities of emergency response at extreme altitudes. The incident, which also claimed the lives of other climbers and support staff, has drawn global attention because of the questions raised over how quickly rescue efforts were able to begin. As the discussion spread online, some climbers took to social media to ask if the emergency alarm could’ve been…

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