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This month, the All-Star Sumo Competition, hosted by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), will take place at Abu Dhabi’s Space42 Arena, marking the UAE’s first international professional sumo competition and bringing one of Japan’s oldest and most distinctive sporting traditions to the capital.Nine elite rikishi from Japan, Mongolia and Egypt will compete across 36 bouts, bringing together athletes with world championship titles, Emperor’s Cup honours and decades of professional competition.For spectators, the event will extend beyond the bouts themselves, with a formal ring-entering procession and traditional pre-bout rituals, ensuring guests experience elements of…

DUBAI, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — UAE-based Ultimate Power Solution Group, headquartered in the Sharjah International Airport Free Zone, launched a new generation of electric power generators supported by artificial intelligence and robotics technologies during its participation in Middle East Energy 2026 in Dubai. The move aims to transform generators from conventional electricity-producing equipment into smarter systems for operation, monitoring and control. The Group’s new solutions integrate artificial intelligence, automation, robotics and advanced monitoring and control systems to enhance operational efficiency, make better use of operational data, and improve monitoring and diagnostics in line with the needs of industrial, commercial…

Eligible ASUS laptops purchased in the UAE receive one year of accidental damage protection at no additional fee when the device is registered within 90 days of purchasePublished: Tue 1 Sept 2026, 4:49 PM Back-to-school laptop shopping usually starts with performance, battery life and price. But for students who carry their laptop between home, campus, libraries, cafés and group projects every day, another consideration is just as important: what happens when accidents happen?That is where ASUS Perfect Warranty adds something different to the buying decision. Eligible ASUS laptops purchased in the UAE receive one year of accidental damage protection at…

Actor Pankaj Tripathi shares a hilarious story regarding Mirzapur: The Movie’s new song ‘Sajanva’ at the music launch of the film in Mumbai on Monday. At the event, Pankaj Tripathi shared a hilarious story about how he discovered the song ‘Sajanva’ from the upcoming film Mirzapur. When asked about his favourite song from the movie’s album, the actor said he was impressed by the new songs in the film. Pankaj Tripathi said, “I have to share an interesting story. A few days ago, my wife saw a reel, and it had a Sajanva song in the background. It was a…

While Pakistan captain Babar Azam blamed his side’s batting failures for their 194-run defeat by England in the second Test at Lord’s on Sunday, England skipper Joe Root said the new Duke balls are responsible for low scores in the current Test series.Pakistan, who won the toss and opted to bowl first, were bowled out for 215 in their first innings and 172 in their second as England took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.“I think we won the toss and bowled first, and we tried to utilise the conditions. Then, the batting was not up to the…

BUENOS AIRES, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — The 2026 FIA American Congress opened in Buenos Aires on Monday, bringing together representatives from 32 FIA Member Clubs across North, Central and South America and the Caribbean to discuss the future of mobility and motor sport. The President of Argentina Javier Milei, and FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem officially opened the three-day congress, hosted by the Automóvil Club Argentino (ACA). Ahead of the opening, Ben Sulayem met with President Milei to discuss opportunities to strengthen cooperation between the FIA and Argentina in mobility and motorsport. They also discussed Argentina’s ambitions to further…

BRUSSELS, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — Europe is on track for a record year in wind power installations after adding 8.8 gigawatts (GW) of new capacity in the first half of 2026, up 30 percent from the same period in 2025, according to WindEurope. The new turbines can generate enough electricity to power around 7 million European households and replace fossil fuel imports equivalent to 25 liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers a year. Germany led the expansion, accounting for 3.4 GW, or around 40 percent of the new capacity. More than 500 wind turbines were commissioned in the country, including…

BEIJING, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — China on Tuesday successfully launched the PALLAS-1 Y1 carrier rocket into space from the Dongfeng commercial space innovation pilot zone in northwest China. The rocket blasted off at 10:00 am (Beijing Time) and performed normally throughout the flight, sending its payload into the designated orbit. All test objectives were met, and the mission was a complete success. The mission marked the maiden flight of PALLAS-1, a medium-sized, two-stage liquid carrier rocket. Source: Emirates News Agency

The world has James Bond. It has Ethan Hunt. Now, South Asia’s legendary detective is stepping into the global spotlight. IJ: The Secret Parchment brings Ishtiaq Ahmed’s iconic Inspector Jamshed to life in a sweeping UAE-filmed thriller where ancient secrets, deadly conspiracies and a race against time collide. Fans of action-packed franchises such as James Bond 007 and Mission Impossible may have a new title to add to their watchlists. But unlike its Hollywood counterparts, IJ: The Secret Parchment draws from South Asia’s rich literary heritage, adapting one of Pakistani fiction’s most enduring detectives for a global audience. Released on…

Damac Properties has handed over more than 50,000 homes and is targeting the delivery of over 8,800 additional residential units in 2026, as the Dubai developer accelerates construction across a pipeline of more than 55,000 homes. The company awarded more than Dh10 billion worth of construction contracts during the first half of 2026, supporting deliveries across Damac Lagoons, Damac Hills, Damac Hills 2, Chic Tower and Elegance Tower. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The expansion comes as the number of homes being completed across Dubai continues to rise. Nearly 25,000 new homes were…