WELLINGTON — New Zealand’s prime minister Christopher Luxon has survived a second leadership showdown in four months, just 87 days out from the country’s general election due in November. Talking to media after a three-hour meeting of his MPs in Wellington on Wednesday, the embattled leader said he had the full support of his party. “There was a confidence vote in my leadership this morning at our caucus meeting, and I have the full support of our caucus,” Luxon said. “Our caucus is united, and it is determined to win this election.” The confidence vote on Wednesday was held afterhis…
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Summer in the UAE means reaching for a cold drink more often than usual, but increasingly, the options go beyond juices and conventional soft drinks. From probiotics and electrolytes to collagen and matcha, a growing number of beverages are being positioned as drinks that offer something extra alongside refreshment. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Whether you’re looking for a fizzy alternative to your usual soda, something to sip after a workout, or simply want to try one of the latest wellness drinks, here are some options available in the UAE this summer.…
ABU DHABI, 12th August, 2026 (WAM) — Space42, the UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company with global reach, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Leonardo DRS to integrate Leonardo DRS mission systems with Space42’s secure satellite connectivity to boost sovereign national security across the UAE. Under the MoU, Leonardo DRS will contribute its expertise in C5ISR mission systems while Space42 will provide secure, AI-enabled satellite communications and Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) connectivity. Together, the companies will explore the joint design and integration of advanced mission capabilities for the UAE. “It is a strategic priority for Space42 to be recognised as…
JAZAN/ASIR — Border Guard land patrols arrested eight Ethiopian nationals for violating the Border Security Law in three separate cases in Asir and Jazan, seizing 280 kilograms of khat and 52 kilograms of hashish. In Asir, Border Guard land patrols in the Al-Rabwah Sector arrested two Ethiopian nationals for violating the Border Security Law and attempting to smuggle 200 kilograms of khat. In a separate case in Asir, Border Guard land patrols in the Dhahran Al-Janub Sector arrested two Ethiopian nationals for violating the Border Security Law and attempting to smuggle 52 kilograms of hashish. Meanwhile, in Jazan, Border Guard…
As the world marks International Youth Day, Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), the world’s largest express transportation company, and INJAZ UAE, a member of Junior Achievement (JA) Worldwide, are celebrating six years of collaboration in equipping young people across the UAE with the skills, confidence, and entrepreneurial mindset needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving economy. During the 2025–2026 academic year, the collaboration reached 1,088 high school and university students across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Ajman through 19 interactive workshops delivered across 12 educational institutions. Supported by FedEx employee volunteers, students gained practical knowledge in areas including resume building, interview preparation,…
Talabat raised its full-year 2026 guidance across all key financial metrics after second-quarter revenue increased 16 per cent year-on-year to $1.14 billion, supported by a growing customer base and stronger grocery and retail activity. Gross merchandise value, or GMV, reached $2.92 billion, up 11 per cent on a reported basis and 12 per cent at constant currency. Adjusting for the earlier timing of Eid Al Fitr, underlying GMV growth was about 15 per cent. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The company said first-half performance came in ahead of its previous full-year expectations,…
WASHINGTON, 12th August, 2026 (WAM) — OpenAI on Monday said it is expanding Daybreak, its exclusive cybersecurity initiative, to help give its participants access to the “right capabilities” that they need to help defend themselves from attackers. The company first introduced Daybreak in May, shortly after its chief rival Anthropic launched its own cybersecurity coalition called Project Glasswing. OpenAI positioned Daybreak as a way for its ecosystem partners to use its most advanced artificial intelligence models to adapt to a rapidly changing threat landscape. OpenAI said Monday that it is expanding the programme to include two different access tiers: Daybreak…
ROME, 12th August, 2026 (WAM) — Italian exports rose 1.6 percent in June from May and 9.8 percent from a year earlier, the National Institute of Statistics (Istat) said on Tuesday. Imports increased by 1.2 percent in month-on-month terms and 13.2 percent year-on-year (YoY), Italian news agency (ANSA) said, citing data from Istat. Exports to EU countries increased by 6.7 percent with respect to May 2026, while exports to non-EU countries dropped by 3.6 percent. Imports from EU and non-EU countries increased 1.1 percent and 1.4 percent, respectively. On a YoY basis, exports to EU countries rose 15.1 percent and…
LISBON, 11th August, 2026 (WAM) — UAE Team Emirates-XRG’s Julius Johansen won stage 5 of the Volta a Portugal on Monday afternoon, claiming his second victory of the race after winning the prologue. The Dane has now secured five professional victories, all in 2026 and all in individual time trials. The latest win, though, comes in the longest distance to date. Stage 5 of the Volta a Portugal was contested across a 17.4km-long course, with Johansen crossing the line 30 seconds faster than the second-fastest rider on the day. UAE Team Emirates-XRG also placed Luca Giaimi and Adrià Pericas in…
Kaspersky experts have identified scam websites in multiple languages, suggesting that attackers are deliberately targeting audiences across different countries by capitalising on the film’s extraordinary popularity. Christopher Nolan’s new Odyssey movie has been one of the most talked-about and internationally anticipated premieres of the year, with many observers ranking it among the most eagerly awaited films of 2026. However, the film’s global debut has also triggered a surge in scam activity. Cybercriminals are exploiting the immense worldwide interest in the release, luring users with false promises of access. The scam typically works as follows: attackers set up fake websites that…