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The US Open looks more open than ever, and top-seeded Alexander Zverev says the absence of Jannik Sinner and questions surrounding defending champion Carlos Alcaraz as he returns from injury do little to enhance his own status as favourite.”I feel like I’m one of the 128 players that are favorites in the draw,” the German said as he prepared for the start of the last Grand Slam of the season on Sunday in Flushing Meadows.Zverev captured a long-awaited first Grand Slam title at the French Open this year and finished runner-up to world number one Sinner at Wimbledon.Alcaraz, whose Australian…

SHARJAH, 30th August, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) is continuing work on a project to replace and upgrade the water network in Al Baradi 7, Khorfakkan. The project involves replacing existing AC water pipes with modern GRE pipes over a total length of approximately 6,000 metres. The project is part of SEWA’s plans to develop water infrastructure and improve the efficiency and sustainability of distribution networks in Khorfakkan. It is scheduled for completion by the end of October 2026. Engineer Saud Abdulaziz, Director of SEWA’s Khorfakkan Department, said the project forms part of the authority’s…

The Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry has signed an agreement with Lebanon to establish a Joint UAE-Lebanon Business Council to deepen trade and investment ties between the two countries.The council will help identify high-priority sectors, develop joint economic initiatives, and facilitate direct engagement between investors and entrepreneurs in both markets, ultimately supporting the expansion of bilateral trade and investment flows.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the UAE-Lebanon Business Forum in Beirut on Sunday, by Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, vice chairman of the Federation…

The game is not over for Georgekutty just yet.Producer Antony Perumbavoor has officially announced Drishyam 4, confirming that the hugely successful Malayalam thriller franchise will return for another chapter. The announcement was made at the Mazhavil Manorama Awards, with Mohanlal and director Jeethu Joseph present, setting off fresh speculation over where Georgekutty’s story could go next.While the news gives fans a reason to celebrate, there is an important caveat: the fourth film appears to be a franchise-level confirmation rather than a fully formed production announcement. A release date, shooting schedule, cast list, plot details and even confirmation that the script…

Chelsea have signed goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez from Aston Villa on a three-year deal, the West London club said on Sunday.Financial details were not disclosed, but British media reported that Chelsea paid around £7.5 million ($10.15 million) to sign the 33-year-old.”I want to be successful here,” Martinez said in a statement. “I’m someone who wants to win at everything I do and I want to bring that here to this football club because it’s a football club that wins titles, so I think it’s a good match.”Martinez’s exit comes after Villa signed Japan international Zion Suzuki from Parma earlier this month,…

ABU DHABI, 30th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) is participating in the Fourth G20 Finance and Central Bank Deputies Meeting and the Second G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting, taking place in Asheville, North Carolina, United States, from 29th August to 1st September 2026, under the United States’ G20 Presidency for 2026. The CBUAE delegation is led by Ebrahim Obaid Al Zaabi, Assistant Governor for Monetary Policy and Financial Stability, and includes Mohamed Hussain Al Marzooqi, Head of International Relations, and Maryam Abdulla Alzaabi, Manager, Multilateral Affairs. The meetings are expected to…

ABU DHABI, 30th August, 2026 (WAM) — Reaching its 32nd edition, the Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival has consolidated its position as a global tournament, attracting over 2,400 players from across the world, including nearly 300 Emirati competitors. The event gains added momentum as the UAE prepares to host the World Chess Olympiad 2028 in Abu Dhabi for the second time, following the historic 1986 edition. First held in 1991, the festival has grown from a local initiative into a staple on the International Chess Federation (FIDE) calendar, regularly drawing top global Grandmasters alongside local talent such as GM Salem…

WASHINGTON, 30th August, 2026 (WAM) — NASA and SpaceX are adjusting the launch date for the agency’s Crew-13 mission to the International Space Station to address an oxidizer leak on Dragon’s propulsion system which was detected during standard prelaunch spacecraft processing. Joint NASA and SpaceX teams are performing additional tests and data review and will complete any necessary rework prior to launch. A new target date will be announced once available. NASA astronauts Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney will serve as spacecraft commander and pilot, respectively. They will be joined by CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut Joshua Kutryk and Roscosmos…

Flights are largely operational in the UAE, with national carriers even introducing new destinations to keep up with demand. While the US-Iran war continues to disrupt some regional routes, several UAE airlines are maintaining services to Gulf destinations, and even adding new international routes.Etihad Airways has introduced new destinations such as Calgary, while Emirates will introduce daily flights to Helsinki starting this October.Here are the latest flight updates:Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.EtihadAbu Dhabi to Bahrain: Etihad operates 3-4 daily flights to Bahrain International Airport, including EY641, EY643, EY647 and EY645.Abu Dhabi to…

Olivia Rodrigo turned to Palestinian craftsmanship for her latest appearance, wearing a handmade dress by Palestinian fashion label Nöl Collective at her inaugural Daisy Chain Fields festival.The Grammy-winning singer appeared in a pale pink mini dress featuring traditional Palestinian tatreez embroidery during a press presentation ahead of the festival, which took place at Great Park in Irvine, California, on Saturday.The custom piece featured embroidered birds and interconnected daisy chains, details that reflected the name and themes of Rodrigo’s women-led festival. She completed the look with vintage Gucci Mary Jane heels and a silver pendant.Who is behind Nöl Collective?Nöl Collective is…