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BRUSSELS, 20th August, 2026 (WAM) — The European Union’s natural gas storage stands at 62% of capacity, according to European Commission spokesperson Eva Hrncirova on Thursday. She stated there is no immediate concern about natural gas supply in the bloc. Data from Gas Infrastructure Europe showed that EU-wide gas storage was filled to 74% of capacity at the same time last year. EU countries are struggling to fill gas storage ahead of winter, as high gas prices have deterred companies from buying fuel to store. Source: Emirates News Agency
ABU DHABI, 20th August, 2026 (WAM) — Al Ain Misdemeanour Court has convicted two defendants of assaulting a petrol station employee by force and violence while performing his duties as a public service employee, following a dispute over cleaning a vehicle’s windscreen. The court ordered the defendants to perform two months’ community service at the same petrol station where the incident took place and fined each AED 50,000 for assaulting a public service employee and disturbing public order. Source: Emirates News Agency
ABU DHABI, 20th August, 2026 (WAM) — The 2026-27 ADNOC Pro League delivered excitement from the opening round, which produced a record 33 goals. The action continues in Matchweek 2, starting on Friday, August 21, with two highly anticipated clashes carrying a rich history between the teams involved. Al Nasr host Al Wahda at Al Maktoum Stadium on Friday, before Sharjah welcome Al Jazira to Sharjah Stadium in the final match of the round on Sunday. The history and statistics behind both fixtures add further intrigue to Matchweek 2. Al Nasr face Al Wahda on Friday, August 21, at 20:35,…
SHARJAH, 20th August, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Hussein Al Askar, Director of the Customer Service Department at the Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA), said the authority has reached a significant milestone in its three-year digital transformation journey, achieving 100 percent digital transformation across its key customer services. Between 9th August 2023 and 9th August 2026, SEWA completed 720,037 digital transactions via its Customer Service Department’s digital platform. These included 265,028 transactions for starting services and opening new accounts, 198,971 account-closure transactions and 256,038 general requests. Al Askar said the figures demonstrate a major transformation in service delivery, extending…
For Dubai resident Lamya Hisham, there is one phrase her children know will not help them get something they want: “But everyone has it.” The mother of two children under the age of 10 said requests for particular shoes, school supplies, gadgets and other trending items have become increasingly common as her children have grown older. “They know not to come to me and say, ‘But everyone has it’, because that is not a reason for us to buy something,” she said. Instead, if her children want something that is not essential, they have to explain why they want it.…
DUBAI, 20th August, 2026 (WAM) — Nakheel, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has unveiled a limited release of 44 beachfront villas from its Beach & Coral Collections, spanning 10 distinct architectural designs on Frond F at Palm Jebel Ali. The release represents one of the final opportunities to own a new beachfront villa on the destination’s fronds. Designed in collaboration with internationally recognised studios NAGA Architects, SAOTA, LW Design Group and LOCI Architecture, the villas balance expansive interiors, natural light and seamless indoor-outdoor living with privacy and a close connection to their individual shoreline settings. The Beach Collection…
Dubai has heard Zarna Garg before. This time, she is bringing a million-dollar supply of excuses.The outspoken New York Times bestselling author and comedian returns to the Dubai Comedy Festival this October with her new show, Million Dollar Excuses, which promises an evening of joyful family chaos, motherhood, marriage and cultural observations.“I make the most ridiculous excuses,” Zarna says, turning major life events into reasons why she couldn’t do something. “It’s joyful family humour. I’m not a political or religious comic. That’s just not what I do.”Instead, she dives into what she calls the “new age of motherhood”, which include…
ABU DHABI, 20th August, 2026 (WAM) — Khalifa University of Science and Technology announced the graduation of the first cohort of its dual bachelor’s degree programme in Aerospace Engineering with Moscow Aviation Institute (MAI), marking a significant milestone in the strategic partnership between the two institutions. The six students completed their first three years of study at Khalifa University before spending their final academic year at MAI in Moscow, where they fulfilled their degree requirements and participated in the graduation ceremony in July 2026. Graduates receive two bachelor’s degrees, one from Khalifa University and one from MAI. The programme builds…
Will Smith could be making his Indian cinema debut alongside Allu Arjun in Raaka, with reports claiming the Hollywood actor has been approached for a major role in the upcoming film.Smith is reportedly in talks to play the antagonist in the sci-fi action drama, directed by Jawan filmmaker Atlee.According to NDTV, citing a Mid-Day report, discussions are underway to bring the Oscar-winning actor on board for an upcoming international shooting schedule. His filming dates and the overseas location are reportedly being worked out around his availability.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels.“Will Smith’s dates…
WASHINGTON, 19th August, 2026 (WAM) — US company OpenAI has announced the launch of a specialised version of its popular app—dubbed “ChatGPT for Teens”—amid growing concerns among researchers and parents regarding teenagers’ emotional reliance on chatbots. ”We’re introducing ChatGPT for Teens, an experience designed to help teens learn, think critically, deepen understanding, and use AI with confidence. It provides stronger built-in safety protections for teens, including features to promote healthy use and additional controls for parents. If our system estimates someone is under 18 or they state their age is between 13 and 17, they are automatically placed into ChatGPT…