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The 2026 Fifa World Cup will be remembered as the tournament that rewrote the record books – and not only on the pitch. As the first 48-team finals produced the most goals ever scored at a World Cup (308), a record nine African teams in the knockout rounds, and a record eight Arab nations participating, fans across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) set records of their own. beIN SPORTS, the region’s leading sports broadcaster, recorded a cumulative viewership of 6.2 billion across the 39-day tournament, according to independent audience measurement by Ipsos.Every historic moment on the pitch was…

The season is designed to encourage learning, discovery and creativity during the school holidays. Sharjah: The Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) has extended its Summer Season 2026 programme into August, following a series of activities that kicked off in July, including a series of educational and interactive events for children and families. The season is designed to encourage learning, discovery and creativity during the school holidays. Sharjah Aquarium is running its annual Junior Aquarist Programme from 3rd to 6th August, aimed at children aged nine to 13. Participants get a hands-on look at what marine biologists actually do, following feeding routines…

DUBAI, 3rd August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai International Marine Club (DIMC) concluded yesterday the 2026 Modern Sailing Summer Camp, which ran for four weeks and welcomed children and young participants aged between 6 and under 15 as part of a programme designed to promote the sport of modern sailing and identify promising new talent. Held at Bulgari Beach Dubai, the camp attracted participants from various nationalities who completed a comprehensive training programme delivered by Emirati coaches. The programme combined theoretical instruction with practical on-water training and concluded with assessment tests, through which participants who successfully met the required standards were…

SHARJAH, 3rd August, 2026 (WAM) — The fifth edition of the Middle East Tyre, Auto & Spare Parts Expo (METAS 2026) opened today at Expo Centre Sharjah. The opening ceremony was attended by Abdalla Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry; representatives of the Shandong Business Council in the UAE; diplomatic officials; and representatives of the organising entities and participating companies. The exhibition’s launch in Sharjah underscores the emirate’s growing stature on the map of specialised trade exhibitions. It also highlights its role in offering international platforms that connect manufacturers, suppliers, and investors, while opening…

SHARJAH, 3rd August, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) has extended its Summer Season 2026 programme into August, following a series of activities that kicked off in July, including a series of educational and interactive events for children and families. The season is designed to encourage learning, discovery and creativity during the school holidays. Sharjah Aquarium is running its annual Junior Aquarist Programme from 3rd to 6th August, aimed at children aged nine to 13. Participants get a hands-on look at what marine biologists actually do, following feeding routines for the aquarium’s sea creatures and learning how life-support…

Junwei Yang, General Manager of Keeta Drone. Junwei Yang, General Manager of Keeta Drone, discusses how autonomous drone delivery can accelerate last-mile services, reduce congestion and support the UAE’s smart mobility ambitions Drone delivery is emerging as a new layer of urban infrastructure in the UAE, offering a faster, cleaner and more direct way to transport everyday goods. Powered by artificial intelligence, autonomous flight systems and multi-modal logistics networks, the technology could improve last-mile efficiency while easing pressure on congested roads. Keeta Drone, Meituan’s autonomous drone delivery solution, has been developing its low-altitude delivery network since 2017. The company received…

Gold edged lower on Monday as uncertainty over the war in the Middle East and concerns over rising inflation lingered, with markets also watching a slew of job reports this week to gauge the U.S. Federal Reserve’s policy path.Spot gold fell 0.1% to $4,037.01 per ounce by 12:37 p.m. EDT (1637 GMT), while U.S gold futures for August delivery dropped 0.3% to $4,035.80.”Gold has been stuck in a trading range for more than a month now roughly between $4,000-$4,200. Providing support is the fact that the market could be expecting a resurgence in inflation, especially in July when fresh data…

For Abdelrahman Bin Kannoun, business is never far from his mind.Whether he is sitting in a café, walking through a shopping centre, or scrolling through social media, he is constantly analysing businesses, how they operate, what they are doing well, and where they could improve.That curiosity led him to launch several businesses over the years, including Chibi, but more importantly, it has shaped the advice he now shares with aspiring entrepreneurs across the UAE.His entrepreneurial journey began in 2021 with a cup selling business he started alongside two school friends, Suhail and Sultan. Each partner had a different role, but…

Alexandra Eala capped her giant-killing run at the Washington Open with a 4-6, 6-4, 6-0 victory over top-seeded Jessica Pegula on Monday to become the first player from the Philippines to win a WTA title.Eala, ranked 28th, overpowered Pegula over the final two sets as play resumed in the final suspended after lengthy weather delays on Sunday.Playing in her second final, after a runner-up finish at Eastbourne last year, the 21-year-old left-hander produced a rock-solid service display and an impressive array of winners to deny third-ranked Pegula a 12th career title and a third this year.The scoreboard showed a match…

Airport records 4.4% monthly growth in international seat capacity as airlines ramp up operations to meet peak summer demandDubai: Dubai International Airport (DXB) has retained its position as the world’s busiest airport for international travel, with airlines scheduling 4.54 million seats on international flights during August, according to data from aviation analytics provider OAG.The figure, equivalent to approximately nine million seats in both directions, places Dubai ahead of all other global airports for international seat capacity.According to OAG, Dubai International recorded a 4.4% increase in scheduled international seat capacity compared with July, representing an additional 190,000 seats month-on-month as airlines…