Social media users are turning to breathing drills and handheld resistance devices in the hope of building stronger lungs, improving stamina and lasting longer during workouts. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “They do not suddenly enlarge the lungs or dramatically increase oxygen levels in a healthy person,” said Dr Muhammed Aslam, a specialist pulmonologist at International Modern Hospital in Dubai. Structured breathing practice may strengthen the diaphragm and other respiratory muscles, improve breathing rhythm and help people coordinate their breathing with movement, he said. It may also reduce rapid, shallow breathing and…
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RIYADH — Saudi Arabia welcomed the historic agreement on the disarmament of the Gaza Strip announced by US President Donald Trump, praising his leadership and commitment in securing what it described as a landmark achievement. In a statement on Friday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs also expressed appreciation to Egypt, Qatar, Türkiye, the United States, the Peace Council and all partners whose sustained efforts contributed to reaching the agreement. The Kingdom reaffirmed its full commitment to implementing the comprehensive peace plan endorsed by the U.N. Security Council in Resolution 2803, in coordination with regional and international partners, stressing the importance…
Google recently expanded its Play Age Signals API to all developers globally. This move is part of a broader push to help parents and app developers deliver safer, age-appropriate experiences on Google Play. Currently available in Brazil, the tool will be introduced to users in Australia and Canada by mid-August, with a full global rollout planned later this year, according to Paul Feng, Google Play’s vice president of product management. The Play Age Signals API is designed as a privacy-preserving tool that lets parents share their child’s age range, such as 16-17, directly with apps, while also allowing adults to…
RIYADH — A senior Saudi official said the Kingdom’s recent military strikes in Iraq were directed solely at Iran-backed terrorist militias responsible for attacks on Saudi territory and were not aimed at the Iraqi government or its people. Speaking to Al Arabiya on Friday, the official said the operation targeted militia military warehouses linked to the recent drone attacks on Saudi Arabia’s oil facilities and critical infrastructure. The official stressed that the strikes came only after all diplomatic and political avenues had been exhausted and after Saudi Arabia had exercised what he described as the utmost restraint over recent months.…
SHARJAH, 31st July, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) and the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) launched an engaging promotional event at Sharjah International Airport, as part of this year’s Sharjah Summer Promotions campaign. The event engaged inbound travellers at Sharjah International Airport, extending a warm welcome to the emirate’s visitors while showcasing the wide range of entertainment and shopping experiences available across Sharjah throughout the summer season, which runs until 15 September. The event featured the notable presence of Shamsa, the iconic mascot character symbolising the joy of Sharjah Summer Promotions. Shamsa…
The hospital was awarded Institutional Accreditation by UAE’s National Institute for Health Specialties (NIHS) Published: Fri 31 Jul 2026, 2:54 PM American Hospital Dubai proudly marked another illustrious milestone by receiving Institutional Accreditation from the National Institute for Health Specialities (NIHS). Dr. Mohammed Al Houqani, secretary general of NIHS, presented the Institutional Accreditation certificate to American Hospital Dubai, noting that this accreditation demonstrates that the hospital meets NIHS standards for postgraduate medical education. He said he was delighted to see a private hospital actively participating in healthcare workforce development, adding that academic hospitals play an important role in improving healthcare…
JEDDAH — Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call on Thursday from Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, during which the two leaders reviewed the latest regional developments and efforts to strengthen security and stability. King Hamad congratulated the Crown Prince on the establishment of the Multinational Maritime Defense Alliance and Saudi Arabia’s selection as the coalition’s leader and permanent headquarters. The Bahraini King said the decision reflects the international community’s confidence in Saudi Arabia’s leadership role in strengthening collective maritime security. The two leaders also discussed a number of issues of mutual interest.…
JERUSALEM — The Palestinian Islamic Jihad movement said on Friday the announced agreement between Palestinian factions and Israel was “inaccurate,” adding that it has reservations over the deal in its current form. In a statement, the movement’s spokesperson said: “What has been announced regarding an agreement between the Palestinian factions and the enemy (Israel) is inaccurate, and we have reservations about it in its currently circulated form.” The statement came after US President Donald Trump announced that an agreement had been reached for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza, with Israeli forces set to withdraw…
OCR Studio, a developer of AI-powered scanning solutions, will unveil a multipurpose web-native ID and payment data scanner built specifically for banks and fintech companies operating in the Middle East. Running directly in any popular browser, the solution enables KYC with identity documents used throughout the region and facilitates payments by capturing data from barcodes, phone numbers, and bank cards. The web-native scanner will be presented at Seamless Fintech ME 2026, taking place from September 22 to 24 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The launch comes as banking services across the Middle East increasingly move into online channels. The…
In Dubai, we don’t dress for the weather. We dress for the air conditioning. Ours is a wardrobe engineered for a 22°C dining room, for valet parking and marble lobbies, for the 11 metres between a car door and a hostess stand. It is a magnificent wardrobe. It is also, as I have learned the hard way, one that can look faintly unhinged on a damp Tuesday in Marylebone. The Dubai aesthetic does not travel — not because it is wrong, but because it is louder than its surroundings. What reads as polished on Al Wasl Road reads as a…