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Having finished runner-up on four occasions, Rory McIlroy is hoping to finally win his first title at the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship, which begins at Yas Links on Thursday.The elusive Abu Dhabi trophy is not the only piece of silverware the Northern Irishman is chasing. The six-time Major winner is also hoping for a record-equalling eighth Race to Dubai title.Currently third in the Race to Dubai Rankings, McIlroy faces a challenge from DP World Tour rivals behind leader Eugenio Chacarra, second-placed Patrick Reed and fourth-placed Casey Jarvis.But before heading into the DP World Tour Championship next week in Dubai, McIlroy’s…

Commuters in the UAE will soon be able to use their Nol card for more than just travelling. Dubai’s next-generation Nol-Jaywan card is set to bring several new features, combining transport services with wider digital payment options. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced that the new cards will be introduced in phases, beginning with a pilot this November. They will bring together the existing Nol system and Jaywan, the UAE’s national card payment scheme. Here are five key features commuters can expect from the new cards. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…

SHARJAH, 4th November, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated on Wednesday morning the first phase of a project to develop and construct new road links between Sharjah and Dubai, aimed at improving traffic flow and reducing congestion on routes connecting the two emirates. Dr Salah bin Butti Al Muhairi, Chairman of the Initiatives Implementation Authority, “Mubadara”, explained that the first phase includes the partial opening of Al Taawun Interchange and the operation of several bridges and junctions, providing one-way traffic flow from Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed…

ABU DHABI, 4th November, 2026 (WAM) — Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno, Chairman of the Board of Commissioners of Indonesia’s MUTU International and former Indonesian Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, affirmed that the ADIPEC 2026 represents an important global platform for promoting investment and building international partnerships in the energy and green economy sectors. It brings together industry leaders, investors and policymakers to explore promising opportunities in these fields. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), he said that the exhibition is gaining increasing importance as it provides an opportunity for networking, exchanging expertise and exploring investment opportunities, thereby strengthening…

With flight tickets becoming expensive during holiday periods, some UAE families are choosing to spend their breaks closer to home rather than travel abroad. For UAE resident Fatima Mohammed, travelling overseas for just a few days is not worth the cost, especially when flights to nearby destinations can be expensive or already sold out. “Even travelling to closer destinations is expensive, and sometimes the tickets are already sold out. It’s not worth paying that much for just a few days,” she told Khaleej Times. With the weather becoming cooler across the UAE, Fatima believes families can enjoy a holiday without having…

ABU DHABI, 4th November, 2026 (WAM) — AIREV, the Abu Dhabi-headquartered agentic AI company behind the OnDemand platform, has announced the participation of Terra Invest, a Singapore-based investment firm, in a strategic funding round. The investment will support AIREV’s expansion plans and the development of sovereign AI solutions, while opening new avenues for investment and technology collaboration between the UAE and Singapore. Alongside the investment, AIREV and Terra Invest will launch joint initiatives with Terra Invest’s portfolio companies Kairos Wealth and Shookra, deploying AIREV’s agentic AI capabilities in financial services and healthcare. The initiatives aim to translate technological innovation into…

DUBAI, 4th November, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Artificial Intelligence Office announced that more than 200,000 people engaged with the “AI for All and Its Vibe Coding Lab” initiative, launched in collaboration with Microsoft as part of UAE Codes Day on 29 October 2026, under the theme “UAE Vibe Codes.” The milestone reflects widespread community engagement with the national initiative, which aims to empower individuals to harness artificial intelligence to transform their ideas into websites and digital applications within minutes, without requiring prior coding experience. The initiative also resulted in the development of more than 90,000 digital platforms, with participation…

Alef Education reported a 5.7 per cent increase in net profit to Dh385.4 million for the first nine months of 2026, supported by higher revenue, increased interest income and lower amortisation costs.Revenue rose 5.7 per cent year-on-year to Dh605.3 million during the January-September period, driven by higher student numbers, increased IT support and services revenue, and growth in non-Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (Adek) contracts.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The Abu Dhabi-listed education technology company recorded an EBITDA of Dh428.3 million, up 2.5 per cent compared to the same period last…

Chris Rock has opened up about seeking therapy after struggling with his personal relationships, revealing that the experience helped him better understand himself.The 61-year-old comedian opened up about his personal struggles during an interview with GQ for the magazine’s 2026 Men of the Year issue.”My personal life wasn’t what I wanted it to be. And I’ll leave it at that,” Chris said, explaining that he had been struggling with his relationships before deciding to seek help.He also recalled becoming emotional during his first therapy sessions, admitting that he was overwhelmed by what he was going through at the time.Speaking about his experience,…

ABU DHABI, 4th November, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, attended the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) graduation ceremony celebrating the largest cohort in its history, comprising more than 6,700 graduates from the 2025–2026 academic year. Held at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi under the theme “Strong Roots, Lasting Impact,” the ceremony brought together graduates from HCT campuses across the UAE. The ceremony was also attended by Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports and Chancellor of HCT; Dr. Abdulrahman Al Awar, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation and Acting Minister…