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Kimi Antonelli is set for a momentous Monza weekend even if he will be starting his home Italian Grand Prix at the back of the grid and chasing Ferrari.The Mercedes driver, who turned 20 only last week, arrives as the first Italian in 73 years to lead the Formula One championship to the ‘Temple of Speed’.On course to become his country’s first champion since Alberto Ascari secured his second title in 1953, Antonelli leads teammate George Russell and Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton by 59 points after 12 rounds.McLaren’s reigning champion Lando Norris is a further 24 points adrift after winning the…

ABU DHABI, 4th September, 2026 (WAM) — Following the announcement by EDGE Group and AKAER of the signature of the share purchase agreement at a ceremony in July, EDGE has now completed the acquisition of AKAER, with all customary conditions precedent fulfilled. “The completion of this acquisition marks an important milestone for EDGE in Brazil. We look forward to AKAER’s continued contribution to Brazil’s defence ecosystem and to the strength its engineering talent brings to EDGE’s capabilities across the Group,” said Hamad Al Marar, Managing Director and CEO of EDGE Group. As part of the transaction, EDGE also announced a…

For many UAE parents balancing work, school runs and the demands of family life, handing a toddler a phone or tablet can feel like an easy way to buy a few quiet minutes. However, doctors say the more important question is not always how much time a child spends on a screen — it is what that screen time may be replacing. Research commissioned by The 1001 Critical Days Foundation and examining screen exposure during the first 1,001 days of life has renewed concerns about the potential impact of screens on children under two. The study links early screen exposure…

SHARJAH, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Khorfakkan Port, part of the Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority, has welcomed MSC MARIELLA, one of the world’s largest container vessels, with a capacity of 24,346 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs). Operated by Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), the ultra-large container vessel (ULCV) measures around 400 metres in length and more than 61 metres in width. Its arrival highlights Khorfakkan Port’s capability to accommodate the latest generation of mega container ships and meet their operational and logistics requirements. The port’s strategic location on the UAE’s eastern coast provides direct access to the Gulf of…

Gold prices slipped in Dubai on Friday, with 22K falling below Dh500 per gram.According to Dubai Jewellery Group data, the 24K gold price fell to Dh539.25 per gram on Friday, down from Dh542 at the close of markets on Thursday, losing Dh2.75 per gram.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The other metals also slipped in line with the market trend, with 22K trading at Dh499.25, 21K at Dh478.75, 18K at Dh410.25 and 14K at Dh320 per gram.Falling gold prices are good news ahead of big festival buying such as Diwali, Dussehra and Navratri.Jewellers in…

Lionel Richie is back home and recovering after a recent hospital stay following his concert in St. Louis, according to ABC News.The singer performed at The Muny’s annual summer finale concert on Saturday night. A source close to Richie’s tour told ABC News that the singer went to the hospital as a precaution after the performance.According to TMZ, some people at the concert said Richie appeared to struggle towards the end of the show. He reportedly performed his final song, “All Night Long,” while sitting down.The hospital visit comes more than two months after Richie faced a similar situation during…

All soccer matches in Argentina this weekend will be paused in the 10th minute for a 60-second round of applause to honour superstar Lionel Messi, the Argentine Football Association announced.The tribute follows Messi announcing his retirement from the national team on Monday. Messi, 39, has worn the No. 10 jersey most often while representing Argentina.”For the upcoming matchday across all men’s and women’s divisions and disciplines, matches will be paused in the 10th minute of the first half for a minute of applause in recognition of Lionel Messi’s career with the Argentina national team,” the AFA announced late Wednesday.Stay up…

IMOLA, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Kinetiz is stepping up preparations for its first Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL) race outside Yas Marina Circuit, using high-precision simulation technology to prepare for the challenges of Italy’s Imola Circuit. C.K., Director of the UAE Kinetiz team, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that Imola’s elevation changes, tight corners and limited overtaking space present significantly different technical challenges from Yas Marina Circuit. Ahead of Saturday’s race, he said the team had developed a high-precision simulation system that closely replicates real track conditions, enabling it to test the autonomous car under different scenarios,…

The UAE Artificial Intelligence Office, in collaboration with Google Gemini, has launched one-year complimentary access to ‘Google AI Plus’, a plan that offers university students with access to Google Gemini, as well as other AI-powered tools and technologies.This step falls within the framework of the UAE Government’s efforts to empower students with modern digital skills and tools, and to prepare a generation capable of effectively and responsibly leveraging the growing capabilities of AI. This supports national capacity-building and enhances the readiness of young talents for future requirements.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Omar Sultan…

Carla Jeffery, the actress best known for playing Bree in Disney Channel’s Zombies franchise, has died at the age of 33.Jeffery began acting as a child, appearing in shows including iCarly and  Good Luck Charlie, before becoming known for her role in Zombies.Her longtime management company, Alexanders Talent Management, confirmed her death on Instagram, revealing that Carla had been with the agency since she was 12 years old.“For more than 20 years, Carla was part of the Alexanders Talent Management family, and watching her grow from a talented young girl into the beautiful, vibrant woman and actress she became was an incredible privilege,” the…