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ABU DHABI, 16th August, 2026 (WAM) — Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is pioneering research to refine artificial intelligence so that systems can genuinely grasp Arab culture and navigate its complex regional dialects. In a landmark achievement, MBZUAI researchers have developed the first benchmark to measure AI models’ ability to understand and engage with Arab culture across 13 national dialects, revealing a striking gap between the models’ ability to understand what Arabs say and their ability to speak the way Arabs do in everyday life. The study’s lead researchers, Professor Fajri Koto, Assistant Professor in the Department…

As Gulf property developers increasingly look beyond their home markets for growth, investment in digital infrastructure is becoming a key part of international expansion strategies. Firms with operations spanning multiple countries are increasingly consolidating their online presence to better serve buyers, investors and partners across different markets while maintaining local relevance.The trend comes as real estate groups expand into new geographies, creating a need for digital platforms capable of supporting customer journeys, investment information and lead generation across multiple jurisdictions. Industry players say a strong online presence is becoming as important as physical expansion in building global brands and reaching…

The Abu Dhabi Housing Authority has announced an extension to the activation period for housing construction, demolition and reconstruction, and maintenance loans.Under the initiative, which aligns with the objectives of the ‘Year of Family’ to promote family wellbeing, two additional years have been added to the activation period for construction, demolition and reconstruction, and housing maintenance loans.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp ChannelsThe measure is intended to ease pressures associated with project planning and implementation, provide sufficient time and support quality execution.The Authority also conducts periodic and comprehensive reviews and takes decisions aimed at…

ATAR, Mauritania, 15th August, 2026 (WAM) — The fifth Mauritanian International Date Festival 2026 was officially inaugurated on Saturday in Atar, Adrar Region, under the patronage of Mauritania’s President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani and with the support of the UAE Presidential Court. Organised by the Khalifa International Award for Date Palm and Agricultural Innovation in partnership with Mauritania’s Ministry of Agriculture and several international bodies, the three-day event highlights the strategic partnership between both nations in advancing sustainable agriculture and food security. The festival features an international exhibition with 76 pavilions and 245 exhibitors from seven countries, including the…

India’s Devdutt Padikkal struck his maiden test hundred to underline his credentials for the number three slot and propelled the tourists to a commanding 288-2 in the first test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Saturday.India had been fretting over the one-down position after Sai Sudharsan, one of the seven batters tried in that position in the last two years, was ruled out with a toe injury.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.It opened the door for Padikkal, and the left-hander responded with a free-scoring 131 not out, putting India on course for a…

On Thursday, August 13, Meta introduced a refreshed Instagram wordmark logo. The change was announced by Instagram head Adam Mosseri on both Instagram and Threads, where he described the new logo as “sharper and more modern” while still referencing the original and maintaining simplicity, as per TechCrunch. The new wordmark keeps the familiar script style, with redrawn letterforms.The last time Instagram updated its design was 2016, when the company moved away from the classic brown camera with the rainbow stripe to the colorful pink gradient that remains the icon today.”The wordmark at the top of the app hasn’t changed in…

LONDON, 15th August, 2026 (WAM) — Eljas du Bienn was crowned champion of the UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses in the prestigious Cup’s first race at the historic Newbury Racecourse in the United Kingdom, held yesterday, Friday, as part of the calendar of the 33rd edition of the prestigious global series. The prestigious Cup series continued its distinguished successes at European racecourses with the support of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, and his continued commitment to supporting Arabian horse owners and breeders and encouraging…

Australia all-rounder Cameron Green and wicketkeeper Alex Carey were left with an improbable rescue mission on Saturday as Bangladesh moved within six wickets of an upset for the ages on day three of the first test in Darwin.Australia, the world’s top-ranked test nation, were in trouble at 161 for four at stumps, still 67 runs in arrears after Bangladesh’s underrated batters put 426 on the board.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp ChannelsA victory scenario that appeared unthinkable days ago burst into view after tea, when Australia’s number four Steve Smith spooned a caught-and-bowled to…

KUWAIT, 15th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Saturday expressed Kuwait’s strong condemnation and denunciation of the Iranian attack against a vessel affiliated with the UAE’s Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. In a statement carried by the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), the ministry stressed that this attack constitutes a blatant violation of international law and UN Security Council Resolution 2817. The ministry stressed that the repeated attacks pose a direct threat to the security and safety of maritime navigation, global energy supplies and international trade. It renewed its…

Dubai’s booming real estate sector is spawning a new generation of proptech platforms that are looking beyond property listings and lead generation, focusing instead on the brokers who sit at the centre of the emirate’s transaction ecosystem.As competition intensifies among developers and off-plan launches continue to flood the market, technology firms are increasingly investing in tools, training, content creation and commission management systems aimed at helping brokers work more efficiently and connect directly with developers.Industry participants say the shift reflects the growing professionalisation of Dubai’s brokerage sector, which has expanded rapidly alongside record property sales and an influx of international…