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The West Baniyas Housing Project offers an integrated community ecosystem designed to meet the long-term needs of UAE nationals Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Housing Authority Wednesday announced the commencement of the booking and sales process for 1,500 residential units in the West Baniyas Housing Project, marking a strategic shift in how citizens acquire housing benefits in the emirate by allowing beneficiaries to directly select their preferred homes within the development. Developed by Modon Properties, the West Baniyas Housing Project offers an integrated community ecosystem designed to meet the long-term needs of UAE nationals, with overall construction scheduled for completion…
Uber Technologies will lay off about 3,300 employees, or 10% of staff, in its largest cuts since the Covid-19 pandemic, to better navigate the rise of robotaxis encroaching on its ride-hailing business.The cuts will flatten management layers, reducing organisational complexity that was built during a period of rapid growth but is now proving a hurdle to decision-making, CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said in a note to employees on Wednesday.Unlike several tech executives, Khosrowshahi did not blame the cuts on AI even as a push to adopt the technology and the efficiencies it can unlock have driven large cuts in the industry…
As Nepal grapples with one of its deadliest natural disasters in recent years, celebrities from across Asia have stepped forward with donations, fundraising pledges and messages of support for those affected.The catastrophic floods, triggered after a glacier collapse sent a torrent of ice, rock and mud through Himalayan valleys on August 26, have killed at least 939 people in Nepal, according to Reuters. Thousands have been displaced, while rescue teams continue efforts to reach hundreds of people believed to remain trapped.More than 11,000 people have been rescued, and aid worth more than $42 million has reached Nepal as recovery efforts…
England have left fast bowler Brydon Carse out of their squad for the third and final test against Pakistan at Edgbaston, the England Wales Cricket Board said on Wednesday.The 31-year-old Carse missed the second test after being arrested following an incident outside a Derby nightclub. He remains under investigation by Derbyshire Police, British media reported.Carse’s replacement, 23-year-old left-armer Sonny Baker, retained his place in the squad after England secured an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series by thrashing Pakistan by an innings and 103 runs at Headingley and by 194 runs at Lord’s.England are bidding for a series sweep in…
ABU DHABI, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Housing Authority Wednesday announced the commencement of the booking and sales process for 1,500 residential units in the West Baniyas Housing Project, marking a strategic shift in how citizens acquire housing benefits in the emirate by allowing beneficiaries to directly select their preferred homes within the development. Developed by Modon Properties, the West Baniyas Housing Project offers an integrated community ecosystem designed to meet the long-term needs of UAE nationals, with overall construction scheduled for completion during the second quarter of 2027. All housing units in the development have been…
King Salman Park Foundation (KSPF) and Huawei Tech Investment Saudi Arabia Co. Ltd. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at LEAP 2026, establishing a framework for strategic cooperation focused on advancing the Park’s smart-city capabilities, AI enablement and technology innovation. The cooperation supports King Salman Park’s ambition to create an intelligent, engaging and continuously evolving urban destination in the heart of Riyadh, where technology serves as an enabler for exceptional experiences for visitors, residents and employees, while supporting smarter, more efficient and sustainable operations. Aligned with the ambitions of Saudi Vision 2030, the two-year MoU provides a framework through which KSPF and Huawei…
The UAE expressed its solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its full support for all measures aimed at safeguarding the security and safety of its vessels and national interests Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the hostile Iranian attack that targeted the Saudi carrier “Sidr” as it transited through the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in the deaths of a number of crew members. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that this attack constitutes a grave threat to the safety and security of international navigation and represents a dangerous…
Revenue from Taiwan’s semiconductor chip sector is expected to soar 40 per cent this year, a top industry official said Wednesday, driven by skyrocketing demand for artificial intelligence technology. The island is a global powerhouse in the manufacturing of chips that are used in everything from smartphones to electric vehicles, with nearly all of the most advanced ones made there. Taiwan’s dominance of the critical sector has been a source of friction with the United States, with President Donald Trump accusing it of stealing the American chip industry and pressuring Taiwanese companies to build more on US soil.”We are in a new…
Zendaya marked her 30th birthday with a nostalgic childhood photo and a message of gratitude for her fans, continuing her tradition of sharing a throwback image to celebrate the occasion.The Euphoria actor posted a picture from her childhood album showing her posing in pigtails, a light pink tank top and purple plaid pants.Alongside the image, she wrote, “I can’t thank ya’ll enough for making the last year of my twenties so beautiful. I have so much to be grateful for and so much to look forward to, with love as always. here’s to 30!”Her mother, Claire Stoermer, also marked the…
If you follow tennis with a passion, it’s impossible not to feel the impact of Filipina sensation Alex Eala. The 21-year-old may still have a long way to go before she can become a genuine Grand Slam contender, but she has already redefined the tennis demographic. Emerging from a nation with no tradition of producing elite tennis players, Eala’s meteoric rise has already made her a national icon in the Philippines. On Tuesday, during her first-round match at the US Open, Eala was cheered on by her passionate Filipino fans in New York. Incredibly, there are now even food stalls…