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ABU DHABI, 3rd August, 2026 (WAM) — In Abu Dhabi, mental health is no longer a specialised service confined to a limited number of centres. It has become an integral part of everyday life, more accessible, more present, and closer to individuals at every stage. In line with this vision, the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the emirate, continues to advance a comprehensive mental health ecosystem, shifting from reactive care to proactive, continuous support that enhances quality of life and addresses individuals’ needs before challenges escalate. Today, the emirate is home…
Gold holds steady amid Middle East tensions as investors watch U.S.-Iran signals and key U.S. jobs data for clues on Fed rate outlookGold held steady on Tuesday as investors monitored conflicting signals on possible U.S.-Iran talks and looked ahead to a slew of U.S. jobs reports for clues on the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate path. FUNDAMENTALSSpot gold was steady at $4,055.39 per ounce, as of 0042 GMT. U.S. gold futures rose 0.6% to $4,055.10.U.S. President Donald Trump said that talks with Iran were under way, warning that it was a “last chance” for Tehran to sign a good deal to end…
Convective clouds are expected to develop over eastern, southern and internal parts of the UAE, with temperatures remaining in the high 40s. Dubai: Get ready for a whole week of summer rain, starting today. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) forecasts partly cloudy weather today, in general, with convective clouds formation over some internal, eastern and southern areas, associated with rainfall. The science behind summer rain According to the NCM, the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) – a low-pressure belt near the equator, where northeast and southeast trade winds meet – is currently advancing northward. Together with the extension of an…
DUBAI, 3rd August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Founders HQ has partnered with Mastercard, supported by Pemo, to launch a new founder finance solution designed to help startups and SMEs save money, strengthen cashflow, and operate more efficiently. Eligible businesses can access over AED10,000 in first-year value, including up to 2 percent cashback on eligible foreign exchange and advertising spend, complimentary access to Pemo’s spend management platform, Mastercard-powered corporate cards, and exclusive business offers and benefits. Participating businesses can typically recover AED500-1,200 per month in previously untracked expenditure, reduce administrative workloads by more than 60 hours per month through automated expense…
The UAE gold jewellery demand fell 28 per cent year-on-year to 5.6 tonnes in the second quarter of 2026 compared to 7.7 tonnes during the same period last year due to the impact of regional geopolitical tension and lesser demand from the tourists, according to World Gold Council data.However, gold jewellery demand rose 21.7 per cent quarter-on-quarter in the UAE, as record high prices during January took a toll on precious metal jewellery.The precious metal’s all-time high stands at $5,589.38 per ounce, reached on January 28, 2026. That day saw gold jump more than $300 during the trading session, driven…
Ariana Grande is set to take a break from public appearances after wrapping up her Eternal Sunshine tour, with her team citing the “endless, ongoing public scrutiny” surrounding the singer’s health and appearance.In a statement shared with People, Grande’s representative confirmed that the Grammy-winning singer will “take a step back from visibility” once the tour concludes in London on September 1.”Ariana will be taking a step back from visibility after she completes the Eternal Sunshine Tour,” the representative said.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels.”She looks forward to finishing the tour and ending it…
The Philippines erupted in cheers as the country’s tennis darling, Alex Eala, won her first Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) title in spectacular fashion in Washington, DC, on Monday (Aug 3, US time)Social media in the country lit up in the wee hours of Tuesday (Aug 4, Philippine time) as the Filipina ace eked out a come-from-behind victory against top seed Jessica Pegula, 4-6, 6-4, 6-0, in the rain-delayed final of the Mubadala (Washington) DC Open.Eala fan Mando Pangyarihan congratulated the newly-crowned champion for her hard work and determination, adding she is “an inspiration to many Filipinos around the world.”Stay up…
DUBAI, 3rd August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) confirmed that eye test services linked to obtaining and renewing driving licences in Dubai recorded notable growth during the first half of 2026. A total of 100 new centres were added during the period, bringing the number of approved centres across the emirate to 434, an increase of 30% in the number of centres. The total number of eye test transactions completed across all centres, with results submitted electronically, reached 940,728 in 2025. In the first half of the current year, 854,213 transactions were recorded. Eye tests required…
The partnership equips GCG Enterprise Solutions with an expanded AV-over-IP offering. Source: Tahawul Tech
Ministry becomes first federal entity to implement UAE’s national instant payment and domestic card systems, enhancing digital payment options for customersAbu Dhabi: The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has announced the adoption of the ‘Aani’ instant payment platform and ‘Jaywan’ domestic card payment scheme as new payment channels for federal service fees and fines, becoming the first federal government entity to implement the initiative.The move follows Cabinet Resolution No. (176M/4M) of 2026 concerning the adoption of the two systems and the applicable fees for their use.The announcement paves the way for other federal entities and collection banks to adopt and implement…