Refad Real Estate Investment and Development Company continues to develop the mixed-use Miraf District project in Khobar, with construction phases proceeding according to schedule, in preparation for delivering the project in 2029, reflecting the company’s commitment to the highest standards of quality and efficiency. Miraf District is a leading mixed-use development in the Eastern Province, combining residential, commercial, leisure, and hospitality amenities within a comprehensive destination designed to enhance quality of life. Strategically located in the Corniche district of Khobar, near Downtown Khobar and just minutes from the Corniche, the project is at the heart of one of the city’s…
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As Spain and Argentina prepare to battle for football’s biggest glory, thousands of workers across the UAE are making plans of their own, not for stadiums or fan zones, but for wherever they can find a screen. For some, that means checking the score between taxi rides. For delivery riders, it could mean following the match while waiting for orders. Others will catch only a few minutes at a time during their shifts. In Jebel Ali, workers living in labour accommodation are turning the occasion into a community event, arranging a projector screening so residents can watch the final together.…
If you left booking your Fifa World Cup final plans until the last minute, chances are you’re already too late. As Spain and Argentina prepare to battle for football’s biggest prize on Sunday night, July 19, fans across the UAE have been scrambling to secure tables at sports bars, restaurants and fan zones, only to discover that many venues have been fully booked days before kick-off. For many supporters, finding somewhere to watch the final became almost as competitive as the match itself. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “I started looking on…
WASHINGTON — Two additional U.S. service members have been killed in the conflict with Iran, bringing the total number of American military deaths to 16, U.S. Central Command said on Saturday. The latest fatalities occurred in Jordan while U.S. forces were defending against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks. One additional service member remains missing following the attack, the military said. The identities of the deceased have not been released pending notification of their families. The latest deaths underscore the widening regional impact of the conflict, with U.S. forces stationed across the Middle East increasingly exposed to attacks despite the…
Finding a parking space in a busy shopping mall, navigating tight underground garages, or walking long distances to retrieve a vehicle in the UAE’s summer heat are everyday frustrations for many motorists. OMODA & JAECOO is addressing these real-world challenges with Super Intelligent Valet Parking (SIVP), its next-generation intelligent parking assistance technology designed to make parking safer, easier and more convenient. Rather than simply adding another parking feature, SIVP has been developed to simplify the entire parking experience. Operating within supported parking facilities, the technology enables drivers to exit the vehicle at a convenient location before using a dedicated mobile…
NEW YORK — Smoke from massive wildfires burning in Canada continued to blanket large parts of the eastern United States on Friday, prompting widespread air quality alerts, disrupting transportation and outdoor activities, and forcing the postponement of a Major League Baseball game. Air quality warnings remained in effect across parts of the Great Lakes, Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, with forecasters warning that smoky conditions could persist into next week as hundreds of wildfires continue to burn in Canada. The smoke shrouded Washington, D.C., in a thick haze, obscuring landmarks including the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial, while cities such…
After months of anticipation, CBSE Grade 10 students across the UAE are celebrating their final board exam results, with mark sheets reflecting scores from a new two-phase examination system that gave students a second chance to improve their performance. The final mark sheets, now being issued, reflect the outcomes of a second round of improvement examinations held in May, giving students the chance to boost their scores in up to three subjects. For many families, the final confirmation brings a sense of closure and relief. Sahil Sajeed Latiff from Our Own Boys Al Warqa described the board exam cancellation in…
As summer holidays get underway, many children across the UAE are spending more hours indoors, often turning to smartphones, tablets, laptops and gaming devices for entertainment. While screens have become an unavoidable part of modern childhood — supporting learning, communication and recreation — doctors are warning that prolonged device use during the break could be quietly affecting children’s posture, flexibility and spinal health. Paediatricians say they are increasingly seeing children with early signs of posture-related problems, including neck and shoulder discomfort, headaches, stiffness and reduced mobility. While these symptoms may appear minor initially, ignoring them could lead to long-term musculoskeletal…
SEOUL, 19th July, 2026 (WAM) — The brand value of Samsung Group reached US$97.4 billion this year, a British consulting firm said Sunday, ranking eighth among major global technology companies, Yonhap News Agency reported. The value of Samsung Group marked an 8.9% increase from the previous year’s estimate of $89.4 billion, according to Brand Finance, a global brand valuation consultancy. Samsung, whose ranking slipped one spot from a year earlier, remained the only South Korean brand in the top 10. SK hynix Inc. ranked 28th, up one spot from the previous year. LG Group fell eight places to 44th, while…
NEW YORK — Lionel Messi shared the stage with some of the biggest names in global sport on Friday as anticipation built for Sunday’s World Cup final between Argentina and Spain. Tom Brady, Novak Djokovic and Kevin Durant joined Messi during a special FIFA event at Fanatics Fest in New York, with the sporting icons posing for a group selfie after the appearance. The event served as FIFA’s official media preview for the World Cup final, replacing the traditional pre-match news conference with a public session featuring questions from fellow athletes rather than journalists. “We will give it our all,”…