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Residential property values in Abu Dhabi rose 17.8 per cent year-on-year during the second quarter of 2026, led by a 24.1 per cent increase in apartment prices, according to ValuStrat.The ValuStrat Price Index for the capital’s freehold residential market reached 151.1 points, up 2.1 per cent from the previous quarter. The quarterly increase was the slowest in two years, indicating a more measured pace of growth after several quarters of strong appreciation.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.ValuStrat said Abu Dhabi remained at an earlier stage of its property cycle than Dubai, with comparatively…

Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid have reignited speculation about the next chapter of their relationship after the couple was spotted wearing matching rings on their left ring fingers during a public outing in Paris, France.Cooper and Hadid were photographed walking together in the French capital on Monday, August 3, with both sporting thin matching bands on their left hands, as per Page Six.The appearance has sparked widespread discussion about whether the couple may have secretly tied the knot.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels.According to photos obtained by Page Six, Cooper and Hadid kept…

The deadly Broad Peak avalanche that claimed the lives of several mountaineers, including British-Nepali climber Nirmal Purja, has sparked a debate within the mountaineering community after Dubai-based Egyptian climber Manal Rostom posted her thoughts on social media asking why it took nearly 24 hours for rescue teams to reach the site. In an Instagram post, Rostom compared the reported timeline of the avalanche and the arrival of rescuers, asking: “Is anyone going to talk about how fast rescue on Broad Peak arrived?” She noted the avalanche occurred at around 9am on July 30, while rescue teams reached the site around 8am…

Saif bin Zayed: The operation reflects the UAE leadership’s vision of making international cooperation a cornerstone in addressing cross-border challenges Dubai: H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, has affirmed that the UAE continues to strengthen its global efforts to protect the environment, in line with the leadership’s vision of making international cooperation a key pillar in tackling cross-border challenges. In a post on social media platform X, Sheikh Saif said the UAE led Operation Green Shield 2026, one of the largest coordinated security operations targeting environmental crimes in the Amazon…

HaxUnit and Liplyn Information Group today announced a strategic partnership to help organisations in the United Arab Emirates and the wider Gulf region gain continuous visibility into their external cyber exposure and maintain stronger evidence for information-security governance and ISO/IEC 27001 certification activities. The partnership combines HaxUnit’s cybersecurity technology with Liplyn Information Group’s regional presence and more than 20 years of experience in AI, data-driven digital growth and international market development. The initiative will be supported through Liplyn’s office in Dubai and will initially focus on organisations with complex or rapidly changing digital environments, including real estate, hospitality, financial services,…

As artificial intelligence becomes an increasingly integral part of everyday life, a new generation of consumers expects technology that goes beyond simply responding to commands. Today’s young drivers want intelligent systems that understand their routines, anticipate their needs and adapt to their lifestyles. Responding to these changing expectations, OMODA & JAECOO has unveiled the all-new OMODA 4 during OMODA SUPER AI NIGHT in Jakarta, Indonesia, introducing what the brand describes as “The Super AI Cockpit That Truly Understands Global Youth.” With the OMODA 4 scheduled to launch in the UAE later this year, local customers can look forward to experiencing…

DUBAI, 3rd August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Residential REIT reported net profit before changes in the fair value of investment property of AED716.5 million for the first half of 2026, up 15.1 percent from AED622.3 million in the corresponding period last year, driven by higher rental income, increased occupancy and disciplined cost management. Revenue rose 8.1 percent year-on-year to AED1.0357 billion from AED957.8 million in the first half of 2025, while adjusted EBITDA increased 14.6 percent to AED822.6 million. The adjusted EBITDA margin expanded to 79.4 percent from 74.9 percent a year earlier. The REIT announced that its board had…

[Editor’s Note: For the latest updates on how US-Iran hostilities have escalated since a 14-point deal was signed on June 12, follow the Khaleej Times live blog.] Gold prices in Dubai edged higher on Tuesday morning after the United States announced a new round of talks with Iran, boosting investor sentiment despite expectations that interest rates will remain elevated.The 24K variant of the precious metal was trading at Dh489.75 per gram at the opening of markets on Tuesday, August 4, up from Dh485.50 at the close of the markets on Monday.The other variants, 22K, 21K, 18K, and 14K, remained unchanged from the…

A few major music acts have had as complicated a relationship with the Grammy Awards as BTS.Despite becoming one of the biggest groups in the world and earning multiple Grammy nominations over the years, the K pop superstars recently announced they will not submit their music for consideration at the 2027 Grammy Awards.The decision came after the Recording Academy introduced a new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category.BTS said the move goes against the group’s belief that music should be recognized beyond regional or linguistic boundaries.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels.All seven members…

Chelsea have signed Argentina international Valentin Barco from Ligue 1 side Strasbourg on a seven-year contract, the Premier League club said on Sunday.Financial details of the deal were not disclosed.The 22-year-old midfielder was part of the Argentina squad that lost 1-0 to Spain in last month’s World Cup final. He spent last season at Strasbourg after the French club made his loan move from Premier League side Brighton Hove Albion permanent.”Chelsea FC is pleased to confirm the signing of Argentinian international Valentin Barco from RC Strasbourg,” the club said in a statement.”The versatile midfielder has signed a contract until 2033…