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NEW YORK, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — Oil prices fell as low as 4% on August 4 to a three-week low. Brent crude futures fell US$3.11, or 3.71%, to US$80.66 a barrel and US West Texas Intermediate futures dropped US$3.58, or 4.46%, to US$76.76 a barrel. Both contracts fell to their lowest since July 13 earlier in the session. Earlier in the session, both benchmarks had risen more than 2%. Source: Emirates News Agency
Punjabi singer Karan Aujla’s appearance on Samay Raina’s India’s Got Latent Season 2 left fans thoroughly entertained. He not only had everyone laughing with his sense of humour but also won hearts with a thoughtful gesture as he sponsored a contestant’s trip to the Maldives.Contestant Vijendra impressed the judges with his unique wheel stunt performance. After the act, the contestant opened up about his personal life. Samay Raina invited Vijendra’s wife on stage, leading to a heartwarming exchange.During the interaction, Samay asked Vijendra about his biggest dream. He shared that he had always wished to visit the Maldives with his…
Jordan Football Association President Ali bin Hussein launched a public attack on Fifa President Gianni Infantino on Tuesday, accusing him of “blackmail” and claiming Fifa offered to help solve the kingdom’s problems in exchange for his endorsement.Bin Hussein alleged that Fifa verbally communicated during the World Cup that endorsing Infantino “would go a long way to helping our FA out” after months of the world soccer governing body refusing assistance on various matters.”We pride ourselves in Jordan in upholding ethical values. We did not endorse him before and certainly will not now,” Bin Hussein wrote on X.”But the whole situation…
DUBAI, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police have launched its “Summer of Innovation” event, bringing together police personnel, university students, innovators and innovation diploma participants to promote a culture of creativity, future foresight and practical problem-solving that supports institutional excellence and future readiness. The event, organised by the Knowledge, Innovation and Development Centre at the General Department of Administrative Affairs, was inaugurated by Dr Major General Ahmad Zaal Bin Krishan Almheiri, Deputy Commander-in-Chief for Financial and Administrative Affairs, in the presence of Major General Dr Saleh Abdullah Murad, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Administrative Affairs, senior officers and participants. Major General…
ABU DHABI, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Mubadala Excellence Programme has announced the renewal of its support for Emirati powerboat racer Alia Abdulsalam Fairooz, reaffirming its commitment to developing national talent and empowering athletes to compete at the highest international levels. The programme provides comprehensive technical and logistical support through physical and technical preparation programmes, training camps in Norway, and participation in the 2026 UIM F4 Powerboat World Championship, including the round in Italy from 7–9 August, followed by the Norway Grand Prix in Drammen from 21–23 August. The programme also focuses on enhancing athletic performance through sports data…
Huda Beauty founder Huda Kattan has revealed that both she and her 15-year-old daughter, Nour Giselle, have been living with Lyme disease after opening up about the online abuse her daughter has faced over her appearance. In an emotional video shared on social media on Monday, August 3, Kattan said she felt compelled to address the issue after Nour became the target of relentless comments and speculation about her looks. “I don’t even know how to address this video because it’s so ridiculous,” Kattan began, describing her daughter as “such a sweet girl” who deeply cares about others. The beauty…
Google has removed one of the biggest frustrations facing iPhone owners who use a Fitbit tracker or Pixel Watch.The latest Google Health update for iOS can export fitness and wellness information directly to Apple Health, including steps, workouts, sleep records and selected vital signs. Until now, data could travel from Apple Health into Google’s app, but moving Fitbit or Pixel Watch information in the opposite direction usually required a third-party service.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The change arrives with Google Health version 5.05, released in early August. Google Health is the redesigned app…
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has achieved one of the most remarkable box office feats of the year, earning in its opening weekend what Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey took two weeks to achieve worldwide.By the end of its opening weekend, Spider-Man: Brand New Day had overtaken The Odyssey at the worldwide box office.While The Odyssey spent two weeks building its global total to approximately $911 million, Spider-Man matched and surpassed that figure during its opening weekend with approximately $927 million worldwide.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels.Today, the gap widened further. Spider-Man: Brand New Day climbed to approximately $932 million worldwide, while The Odyssey reached approximately $912 million, meaning Marvel’s latest blockbuster had surpassed Nolan’s…
DUBAI, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — Meraas, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has awarded a contract to International Foundation Group (L.L.C) for commencement of groundworks at Nourelle, marking the next phase in the delivery of the premium residential development within Madinat Jumeirah Living. The contract covers site preparation, as well as the design and construction of shoring and piling works for the development’s initial phase. The award marks another important milestone in the delivery of Nourelle, reinforcing Meraas’ continued progress across Madinat Jumeirah Living and its broader residential development programme. Located moments from Jumeirah Beach, Nourelle offers convenient…
Fifa on Tuesday dismissed as “pure fiction” a report that its President Gianni Infantino had sought support from US President Donald Trump’s administration after the collapse of a plan to sell a stake in World Cup commercial rights.The denial came after the New York Post reported on Monday that Infantino had repeatedly tried and failed to reach Trump by phone since his proposal was abandoned on Friday and that he felt isolated amid mounting criticism.”The Fifa President has not made any call to the US President, or any members of his administration, in recent days. It is pure fiction,” Fifa…