SUVs remained the preferred choice for motorists in the UAE during the first half of 2026, with buyers increasingly prioritising spacious, family-friendly vehicles that combine practicality, comfort and long-term value, according to new data from dubizzle. The online marketplace said Toyota topped SUV search demand, attracting more than 10.4 million views between January and June, followed by Nissan with 8.6 million, Land Rover with 7.2 million, Mercedes-Benz with 6 million, and BMW with nearly 3.5 million. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The findings suggest UAE motorists continue to favour vehicles offering spacious…
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J1 Beach has changed the conversation around beachfront dining in Dubai. Rather than simply creating another stretch of stylish restaurants by the sea, it has brought together a collection of venues where the food is every bit as compelling as the setting. The view may get people through the door, but it’s the cooking that gives them a reason to return. Few restaurants demonstrate that better than Bâoli. While its Riviera-inspired interiors and electric atmosphere inevitably catch your attention first, it’s the consistency of the food that keeps people coming back. The menu effortlessly blends Mediterranean cooking with Japanese influences, delivering dishes that…
VIENNA, 15th July, 2026 (WAM) — The European Central Bank (ECB) has selected 36 payment service providers to help test the digital euro in a year-long pilot from 2027, marking the latest milestone in the EU’s effort to create a digital form of central bank money while reducing reliance on foreign payment networks. According to the ECB, the participants were selected from more than 50 applicants across the euro area and will work alongside the ECB and 19 of the euro area’s national central banks, excluding Bulgaria and Malta, during a 12-month testing exercise. The selected providers include traditional banks,…
JEDDAH — High dust-stirring surface winds are forecast to affect much of Saudi Arabia’s western coast from July 16 to 25, according to the National Center for Meteorology (NCM). Based on an animated map issued by the NCM, starting Thursday, July 16, and continuing through the end of next week (July 25), dust-stirring winds are expected along the coastal road stretching from Yanbu to Jazan. Their effects are also expected to extend eastward into parts of the Makkah and Madinah regions, potentially reducing horizontal visibility to near zero. NCM’s animated map showing the areas forecast to be affected by dust-stirring…
Reinforcing its customer-centric approach to intelligent mobility, OMODA & JAECOO has hosted an exclusive preview of its Super Intelligent Valet Parking (SIVP) technology for UAE owners, offering an early experience ahead of official market activation and creating a direct platform for authentic customer feedback. Held at Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai, the invitation-only customer preview introduced owners to Super Intelligent Valet Parking (SIVP), OMODA & JAECOO’s next-generation intelligent parking assistance technology, ahead of its planned official market activation in the UAE. Rather than a traditional product presentation, the exclusive evening was designed as an interactive customer experience. Following an introduction…
Amplifai Health introduced NUR, a connected Thermal Intelligence platform that combines AI and thermal imaging to help athletes and performance professionals make more informed decisions around recovery, readiness, training, and return to play. Launched in Miami, Florida, recently, NUR transforms surface temperature patterns into clear visual insights, revealing what may be difficult to see through observation alone. The platform can be experienced through the NUR smart mirror, along with tablet, mobile, and web applications, while keeping thermal imaging at its core. “Your body always tells a story, but some of its most important signals are difficult to see,” said Dr.…
LONDON — Older teenagers in the UK will face an overnight social media curfew, the government has announced, but critics say it won’t achieve anything as the settings can be turned off. It would mean apps such as Instagram, TikTok and YouTube being set to be unavailable by default to 16 and 17-year-olds between midnight and 06:00. The government also wants “addictive” features such as auto-play and infinite scroll to be set to be disabled, saying combined with the curfew, the measures will improve teenagers’ focus, sleep quality and family life. The initiative is part of Labour’s push to protect…
Ras Al Khaimah Police’s Air Wing Department has rescued an Emirati national who was stranded in the mountainous Wadi Sheha area at an altitude of 2,000 feet. The operation was launched after the police operations room received a report about a person stranded in the rugged mountain area. A helicopter from the Air Wing Department was immediately dispatched to the location, where the man was rescued. He was then transported to a government hospital for medical assessment. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Speaking about the incident, Major Pilot Abdullah Ali Al Shehhi,…
Bilal Bouhadir and Abdelrahim Weshahy. Abdelrahim Weshahy is named Country Leader for the Kingdom, while Bilal Bouhadir steps up as Senior Channel Manager to drive partner ecosystem growth aligned with Vision 2030. Citrix, a business unit of Cloud Software Group, has announced two senior appointments in Saudi Arabia, naming Abdelrahim Weshahy as Country Leader for the Kingdom and Bilal Bouhadir as Senior Channel Manager for KSA, as the company deepens its commitment to one of the region’s fastest-growing technology markets. Weshahy joined Citrix in 2021 as an Enterprise Sales Manager and has played a central role in strengthening the company’s…
The Fifa World Cup reaches its grand finale on Sunday, July 19, with football fans around the world tuning in to see who will lift the trophy. If you’re planning to watch the action in Abu Dhabi, there’s no shortage of venues offering everything from giant screens and fan zones to luxury lounges and cinema experiences. Here’s where to catch the World Cup final in the capital. 1- McGettigan’s Fifa Fan Zone, Reem Mall One of Abu Dhabi’s biggest dedicated World Cup fan zones, McGettigan’s at Reem Mall, promises a stadium-style atmosphere complete with giant screens, live entertainment and immersive…