Author: Editorial team

Few actors left as lasting a mark on The Sopranos as Vincent Pastore. The veteran actor, whose portrayal of Salvatore Bonpensiero helped define the groundbreaking HBO crime drama, died at the age of 80.Pastore built a career spanning more than four decades across film, television and theatre, appearing in projects including Goodfellas, Carlito’s Way and Revolver. Following news of his death, friends, co-stars and longtime collaborators took to social media to honour both his work and the person they knew behind the scenes.Michael Imperioli remembered Pastore as a “beloved friend and collaborator,” reflecting on their decades of friendship and describing him as a “kind-hearted brother” who…

Fifa President Gianni Infantino sought support from the Trump administration amid mounting criticism after his abandoned plan to sell a stake in World Cup commercial rights, the New York Post said on Monday, citing sources familiar with the matter.The Post reported that Infantino had repeatedly tried and failed to reach US President Donald Trump by phone since the proposal collapsed on Friday, and that the Fifa chief felt “isolated” by an avalanche of negative media coverage. Fifa had no immediate comment. Criticism has intensified over Infantino’s failed plan to spin off the world soccer governing body’s commercial assets into a…

SHARJAH, 3rd August, 2026 (WAM) — Illumin8, a manufacturer of blinds, curtains and window furniture, has announced the expansion of its facilities and manufacturing operations at the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone), as part of its strategy to increase production capacity and strengthen its presence across regional and global markets. The expansion forms part of Illumin8’s long-term strategy to enhance its manufacturing capabilities through the ongoing development of its operations at SAIF Zone, where the company operates three manufacturing facilities spanning a combined 71,000 square feet and five specialised production lines. Together, the facilities have an annual production…

Oil prices fell about 5% to a three-week low on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump held off on a fresh attack on Iran in the hope of sealing a quick deal that could boost oil supplies from the Gulf. Brent futures fell $4.19, or 4.8%, to $83.74 a barrel at 12:40 p.m. ET (1640 GMT), while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude fell $4.92, or 5.8%, to $79.75. That put Brent on track for its lowest close since July 13 due in part to the start of the less expensive October futures as the front-month after the more expensive…

Podcaster Alex Cooper has hit back at an internet troll who told her to stop “complaining” about pregnancy, days after revealing she had been diagnosed with gestational diabetes while expecting her first child with husband Matt Kaplan.The Call Her Daddy host shared a screenshot on her Instagram Stories of a direct message from a social media user that read: “Don’t complain about being pregnant. Your choice. Pregnancy can be hard.”Cooper responded with sarcasm, writing: “‘Pregnancy can be hard,’ oh Chris tell me about your pregnancy I would love to hear babe!”Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT…

The 2026 Fifa World Cup will be remembered as the tournament that rewrote the record books – and not only on the pitch. As the first 48-team finals produced the most goals ever scored at a World Cup (308), a record nine African teams in the knockout rounds, and a record eight Arab nations participating, fans across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) set records of their own. beIN SPORTS, the region’s leading sports broadcaster, recorded a cumulative viewership of 6.2 billion across the 39-day tournament, according to independent audience measurement by Ipsos.Every historic moment on the pitch was…

DUBAI, 3rd August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai International Marine Club (DIMC) concluded yesterday the 2026 Modern Sailing Summer Camp, which ran for four weeks and welcomed children and young participants aged between 6 and under 15 as part of a programme designed to promote the sport of modern sailing and identify promising new talent. Held at Bulgari Beach Dubai, the camp attracted participants from various nationalities who completed a comprehensive training programme delivered by Emirati coaches. The programme combined theoretical instruction with practical on-water training and concluded with assessment tests, through which participants who successfully met the required standards were…

ABU DHABI, 3rd August, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed the latest regional developments and efforts to enhance security and stability in the region during a phone call with Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar The two sides also reviewed the deep-rooted fraternal relations between the two sisterly countries, the paths of joint cooperation, and ways to further strengthen them in a manner that serves their mutual interests and promotes the prosperity and well-being…

SHARJAH, 3rd August, 2026 (WAM) — The fifth edition of the Middle East Tyre, Auto & Spare Parts Expo (METAS 2026) opened today at Expo Centre Sharjah. The opening ceremony was attended by Abdalla Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry; representatives of the Shandong Business Council in the UAE; diplomatic officials; and representatives of the organising entities and participating companies. The exhibition’s launch in Sharjah underscores the emirate’s growing stature on the map of specialised trade exhibitions. It also highlights its role in offering international platforms that connect manufacturers, suppliers, and investors, while opening…

Gold edged lower on Monday as uncertainty over the war in the Middle East and concerns over rising inflation lingered, with markets also watching a slew of job reports this week to gauge the U.S. Federal Reserve’s policy path.Spot gold fell 0.1% to $4,037.01 per ounce by 12:37 p.m. EDT (1637 GMT), while U.S gold futures for August delivery dropped 0.3% to $4,035.80.”Gold has been stuck in a trading range for more than a month now roughly between $4,000-$4,200. Providing support is the fact that the market could be expecting a resurgence in inflation, especially in July when fresh data…