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LISBON, 6th August, 2026 (WAM) — UAE Team Emirates-XRG Julius Johansen picked up his fourth career victory on Wednesday afternoon at the Volta a Portugal. The Dane triumphed in the opening prologue to take the first leader’s jersey of this year’s race. All four of Johansen’s wins have now come in the 2026 campaign, and all four have been in short individual time trials. It is a discipline in which the UAE Team Emirates-XRG rider is becoming quite the specialist, and this latest win takes the Emirati squad to 60 victories for the season. Making the opening day of the…

Dubai Customs has amended its rules for cross-border e-commerce, raising the value threshold for duty-free goods and giving businesses more time to return already-taxed items to cut costs and boost competitiveness in the sector.Under the revised rules, goods and products with a value not exceeding Dh1,000 will be exempt from customs duties.However, the exemption will not apply to tobacco and tobacco products, electronic smoking devices and their equipment and accessories, liquids containing nicotine, alcoholic beverages, or food preparations containing alcohol.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.It came into effect on August 3, 2026, and…

For a while, it felt like the billion‑dollar movie was an endangered species. Post‑pandemic market volatility, streaming wars and franchise fatigue turned what used to be Hollywood’s favourite flex into a rare feat. But 2026 is telling a different story.By August, the global box office has already welcomed four billion‑dollar hits, with more inching towards the milestone. Analysts say this resurgence of mega‑grossers is pushing the theatrical industry towards its strongest year since before Covid and crucially, the success is spread across different genres and studios. Here’s a closer look at the films that have actually done it:The Super Mario Galaxy…

England handed Jordan Cox the number three spot in place of the injured Jacob Bethell for the first two Tests of the three-match series against Pakistan later this month, while Joe Root will captain the side on a permanent basis for the first time since 2022. Root, who returns to lead the side after being appointed Test captain last month, will work alongside interim head coach Marcus Trescothick before Stephen Fleming takes charge after the series. The 16-man squad includes a recall for Dan Lawrence, who returns to the Test setup for the first time since his appearance against Sri…

For years, Dubai’s restaurant scene has been defined by spectacle. Dramatic interiors, elaborate concepts and dining experiences designed as much for social media as they were for the table have become part of the city’s identity. But something is changing. The restaurants generating the most excitement in Dubai today are not necessarily the grandest or the most extravagant. Instead, they are the ones that feel effortless. Places where the food speaks for itself, the atmosphere is relaxed, and no one feels underdressed walking through the door. It’s a trend I have found myself talking about more and more over the past…

ABU DHABI, 6th August, 2026 (WAM) — Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) launched the ‘Future Founders Market’, the first market organised by the Fund as part of its initiatives to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs by providing participants with a practical entrepreneurial experience through an integrated journey that begins with developing ideas and designing products, and extends to building brands, showcasing products to the public, and engaging directly with customers. Aligning with the Fund’s continuous efforts to instil a culture of entrepreneurship among younger generations, the initiative enables participants to acquire practical skills in product development, understand market…

AL ARISH, 6th August, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish, Arab Republic of Egypt, has received nine new patients and injured individuals from the Gaza Strip to receive the necessary medical treatment and specialised healthcare, as part of the ongoing humanitarian and medical efforts undertaken by the United Arab Emirates under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 to support the Palestinian people and alleviate their suffering. With the arrival of the new cases, the total number of patients received by the UAE Floating Hospital since the reopening of the Rafah Crossing has risen to 104. Specialised medical and…

Scrolling has become second nature. Whether it’s checking Instagram over breakfast, replying to work messages on the go, or watching “just one more” TikTok before bed, many of us spend more time looking at our screens than we realise. That’s why digital detoxing has become one of the biggest wellness trends in recent years. A digital detox simply means taking a break from phones, social media, and constant notifications to focus on real life instead. While the trend first gained traction in the 2010s, it has found a new audience with Gen Z, who are increasingly swapping endless scrolling for…

The Middle East’s travel and tourism sector is projected to contract by 14.5 per cent or $56 billion (Dh205.5 billion) this year but the region will be the fastest growing over the next 10 years, led by Saudi Arabia, UAE and Oman, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).New forecasts from WTTC’s latest Economic Impact Research (EIR): Global Trends Report, sponsored by Chase Travel, Lead Research Partner, showed that the travel and tourism sector in the Middle East is projected to contract from $386 billion in 2025 to $330 billion this year.Stay up to date with the latest…

A proud mother is celebrating her son’s Marvel debut after seven-year-old Elvis Carlos made his first appearance in Spider-Man: Brand New Day.Siân took to Instagram following the film’s release to share her excitement and thank those who helped make the experience so memorable for her family.Expressing her gratitude, Siân wrote: “Forever grateful for this! A big thank you to Destin Daniel, Tom Holland and the entire production team, who made the whole family feel so special on set. And, of course, a huge thank you to Stage Space Agency.”Her post quickly drew attention from fans, who celebrated Elvis’ appearance in the…