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Cristiano Ronaldo has spent more than two decades making himself impossible to ignore in a Portugal shirt but his farewell announcement on Thursday came through social media rather than a stadium ovation, with a coaching dispute clouding an extraordinary international career.The 41-year-old has made 234 appearances and scored 146 goals, both men’s international records, after a journey that helped turn Portugal from contenders into European champions.Yet the final chapter has become a confrontation over his place in the team.His retirement announcement followed a fallout with coach Jorge Jesus, whose decision not to use him against Norway brought the tension between…

DUBAI, 5th November, 2026 (WAM) — The General Directorate for Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA Dubai) and the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) have unveiled details of ‘Dubai Access Club’, the world’s first city-led, invitation-only tourism membership programme of its kind, recently launched by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, as part of a series of initiatives to further enhance the competitiveness of Dubai’s tourism sector. The programme offers repeat visitors…

DUBAI, 5th November, 2026 (WAM) — The Emirates Group today announced its half-year financial results, posting a profit before tax of AED 4.1 billion ($ 1.1 billion) for the first six months of 2026-27, a remarkable performance against the disruption and high fuel prices caused by the ongoing conflict in the Gulf region. After accounting for income tax charges, the Group’s profit after tax is AED 3.6 billion (US$ 1.0 billion), down 66% from last year. Illustrating its strong operating performance, the Group achieved an EBITDA of AED 12.5 billion (US$ 3.4 billion), 41% lower than the AED 21.1 billion…

DUBAI, 5th November, 2026 (WAM) — Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE) and Al Ghurair PCS Switchgear Manufacturing have signed a Memorandum of Understanding at WETEX 2026 to pilot ETAP digital twin technology at one of EtihadWE’s substations. The collaboration will assess the technology’s potential to enhance network visibility, support operational decision-making and improve operational efficiency. The MoU was signed by Eng. Abdulla AlKhemeiri, Chief Operating Officer of EtihadWE, and Ammar Hamdan, Senior Vice President of Al Ghurair PCS. The pilot will cover a 132/11 kV substation selected by EtihadWE. Al Ghurair PCS will develop a digital model of the substation…

ABU DHABI, 5th November, 2026 (WAM) — Mubadala Energy aims to double its production over the next decade, with natural gas accounting for about 70 percent of its portfolio, Acting Chief Executive Officer Adnan Bu Fateem said. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of ADIPEC 2026, Bu Fateem said the company’s priority was to translate its strategy into disciplined growth and reliable operational performance to meet rising energy demand responsibly and deliver sustainable value to its shareholders and the countries in which it operates. He said Mubadala Energy was exploring investment opportunities across the natural…

ABU DHABI, 5th November, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Banks Federation (UBF), the sole representative and unified voice of UAE banks, has emphasised the importance of strengthening resilience, responsible innovation, and governance to enhance the stability, growth, and competitiveness of the financial sector, to fulfil its role in socio-economic development and reinforcing the UAE’s position as a leading global financial centre. During his participation in the UAE Financial Sector Supervisory Roundtable, organised by the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) in Abu Dhabi, Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, Chairman of UBF, highlighted that strengthening financial resilience, embedding the principles of responsible…

Online retail majors Amazon and noon launched their 11.11 sales across the UAE, kicking off the region’s year-end shopping season with discounts of up to 90 per cent and delivery promises that stretch from 15 minutes to the same day.Noon’s sale runs from November 5 to 13, with the headline discount of up to 90 per cent across fashion, technology, home, beauty and food.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Amazon’s eight-day sale runs from November 5 to 12, with deals across more than 30 categories and savings of up to 70 per cent on…

There is a moment in Ramayana: Part 1 when the narrative shifts from the dark, imposing kingdom of Lanka to the sunlit splendour of Ayodhya. The frames become lighter, flowers burst into full bloom and an almost palpable sense of peace takes over. It is a beautiful transition, one that captures what director Nitesh Tiwari’s ambitious retelling of the Indian epic does best. It creates a world of spectacular cinematic beauty, unlike anything Indian audiences have experienced on this scale before.But as the film progresses, another question comes to the fore. In bringing one of India’s most revered spiritual stories…

ABU DHABI, 5th November, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE will join the Syrian community in celebrating Syria’s history and culture at a public event at Zabeel Park in Dubai on Saturday, 7th November. Now in its second year, the celebration brings together music, art, food and heritage, offering a rich picture of Syrian culture while strengthening the community’s place in UAE society. Organised by the Emirates Loves Syria initiative, the event celebrates Syrians living in the UAE, strengthens ties within the community, and highlights the friendship and cooperation that unite the Emirati and Syrian peoples. Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al…

In an emotional post on social media on Thursday, legendary footballer Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from the Portuguese national team. The 41-year-old striker, who has played 234 times for Portugal and scored 146 goals, said that he would ‘hand back the number 7 shirt’ after the November international break. “I never felt it belonged to me alone, but for 23 years, I had the privilege and the responsibility of wearing it, defending it, and carrying it with me into stadiums all around the world. Today, the time has come to pass it on to the future,” he read from a piece…