Author: Editorial team

As the world marks International Youth Day, OMODA & JAECOO is highlighting how a new generation of intelligent mobility technologies is responding to the changing expectations of young drivers in the UAE. With AI, OMODA 4 and SIVP at the centre of its technology roadmap, the brand is bringing together intelligent interaction, assisted driving and electrified mobility to create vehicles that reflect the digital lifestyles and evolving priorities of younger consumers. OMODA & JAECOO’s global vision to “Co-Create A Beautiful Life With Young People” reflects this shift, placing young users’ expectations for intelligent technology, individuality and sustainable mobility at the…

ABU DHABI, 13th August, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC (TAQA) on Thursday announced its financial results for the six-month period ended 30th June 2026, reporting revenues of AED27.5 billion and higher profitability, driven particularly by increased returns from TAQA Transmission and TAQA’s Generation business. EBITDA rose by 7.7 percent to AED11.0 billion from AED10.2 billion in the first half of 2025. Net income attributable to TAQA shareholders increased by 9.7 percent to AED4.1 billion, compared with AED3.7 billion in the prior-year period. Capital expenditure rose to AED7.2 billion, up 38 percent year-on-year, reflecting accelerated investment across…

DP World reported a rise of 13.1 per cent in first-half revenue to $12.7 billion, as growth across logistics, marine services and its international ports.Excluding Jebel Ali, container volumes increased 6.5 per cent on a like-for-like basis, with growth across Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Americas.Jebel Ali remained fully operational with no physical damage, although regional conflict temporarily reduced vessel traffic. DP World said it had introduced mitigation measures across its regional network, including expanded inland connectivity, to keep critical cargo moving.Gross throughput across the group stood at 42.8 million TEUs in the first half, down 5.7 per cent…

The Delhi High Court has directed social media platforms to remove allegedly obscene and pornographic content involving actor Khushi Kapoor, while also ordering the takedown of content linked to the unauthorised sale of merchandise using her identity.Justice Jyoti Singh issued the directions on Wednesday, August 12, while hearing Kapoor’s suit seeking protection of her personality and publicity rights.The court also indicated that it would pass a John Doe order in Kapoor’s favour as part of her interim injunction plea. Such an order can protect unidentified individuals or entities found to be using or exploiting her identity without authorisation.Kapoor was represented…

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is determined to keep pushing the club to new heights as they prepare to face European champions Paris St Germain in Wednesday’s Uefa Super Cup, having ended a 30-year wait for major silverware last season.Villa secured their place in the season curtain-raiser by beating Freiburg 3-0 in the Europa League final in May, earning Emery a record-extending fifth title in the competition and the club’s first major trophy since the League Cup in 1996.The triumph marked Villa’s first continental success since they won the European Cup by defeating Bayern Munich in the final in 1982…

Annual fees for restaurants and cafes to play music will start at Dh1,500, while shops playing copyrighted music will pay fees starting at Dh1,700 across the UAE, effective December 1, 2026.Restaurants and cafes with up to 50 seats will pay Dh1,500 annually, rising to Dh2,700 for 51 to 100 seats, and Dh4,800 for 101 to 200 seats. Establishments with more than 201 seats will pay an additional Dh20 per extra seat, though the total annual charge is capped at Dh6,000.A steeper scale applies to restaurants and cafes with DJ and entertainment/night clubs. They will pay Dh2,500 for up to 50…

Wrestling fans in the UAE will soon get the chance to see John Cena in person, with the WWE star and Hollywood actor confirmed to appear at Middle East Film & Comic Con (MEFCC) in Abu Dhabi.Cena will attend the pop culture festival at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi on September 12 and 13, organisers announced.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The 17-time wrestling world champion is one of the biggest names to join this year’s celebrity line-up. After becoming one of WWE’s most recognisable stars, Cena built a Hollywood career with appearances in films…

Second seed Elena Rybakina fought back from a set and a break down to prevail 4-6 7-6(5) 6-4 in her Canadian Open quarterfinal against Naomi Osaka in Toronto on Tuesday.Rybakina, the 2022 Wimbledon and 2026 Australian Open champion, will meet fourth seed Coco Gauff for a place in the final after the American’s opponent, Belinda Bencic, withdrew due to a hip injury.In the first tour-level meeting between Osaka and Rybakina, the Japanese player looked to be cruising to victory after breaking in the opening game and holding that advantage to pocket the first set.The four-time Grand Slam champion then surged…

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, 12th August, 2026 (WAM) — Etihad Airways today announced a new seasonal service between Abu Dhabi and Gothenburg, starting 17th December 2026 and operating four times a week until 21st March 2027. The new service will create Gothenburg’s first direct air link to Asia, connecting Sweden’s west coast directly with Abu Dhabi and providing some of the fastest one-stop journeys to sought-after destinations across India and Asia through Etihad’s Abu Dhabi hub. Etihad’s complimentary Abu Dhabi Stopover programme allows eligible guests connecting through the city to add a hotel stay of up to two nights, turning their connection…

ABU DHABI, 12th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Muslim Council of Elders affirmed that young people are a cornerstone of the future of nations and societies and vital partners in peacebuilding, promoting the values of dialogue, coexistence, and human fraternity, and countering hate speech, extremism, and intolerance. The Council emphasised the importance of strengthening collective efforts to invest in the potential of young people, thereby fostering informed generations capable of advancing development and peace and responding responsibly to the rapid transformations shaping today’s world. In a statement issued on International Youth Day, observed annually on August 12, the Muslim Council…