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As organ donations save lives, and help patients who need life-changing treatment, UAE provides support for those who make the decision to donate, or wish to do so. This includes medical, travel, and other forms of support for donors, under Ministerial Decision No. 91 of 2026. The framework covers living donors, people who have expressed their wish to donate after death, and relatives of deceased donors. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Here is what the benefits include: What medical support does a living donor receive? Living donors can receive medical and insurance…
ABU DHABI, 14th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) held the AI Assistant Forum in Abu Dhabi as part of efforts to achieve the UAE Government’s strategic objective of transforming 50 percent of operations, tasks, procedures and services into AI-supported models within two years. Major General Suhail Saeed Al Khaili, Director-General of ICP, said the initiative reflects the directives of the UAE leadership, stressing the Authority’s efforts to lead technological transformation and align institutional visions to build a smarter, more efficient and future-ready operating model. He said the forum’s discussions and…
Massive Media, the leading online PR agency serving startups, SMEs, and businesses across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), is using artificial intelligence (AI) to transform the way press releases are prepared, optimized, and distributed across the UAE, helping clients achieve greater visibility and stronger media results from every announcement. By combining AI-powered tools with the expertise of experienced PR professionals, Massive Media is creating a more intelligent and data-driven approach to press release distribution. The agency’s AI-enabled workflow supports everything from content analysis and audience targeting to headline optimization, media selection, and performance monitoring, while maintaining the editorial…
Rani Mukerji was conferred with an Honorary Doctor of Letters by La Trobe University at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2026 on August 14, in recognition of her three-decade contribution to Indian cinema and her work beyond the screen.The honorary degree was presented to the acclaimed actor during a special ceremony at The Edge in Melbourne.The recognition celebrates Mukerji’s artistic journey as well as her association with causes and conversations around education, women’s empowerment, children’s welfare and social responsibility.One of Indian cinema’s celebrated performers, Rani Mukerji has built a career spanning diverse genres and memorable characters. Her critically…
Craig McLean tries to sum up the enigma that is Natalie PortmanTHE OSCAR-nominated galactic queen who has been famous for more than half of her short life walks into a quiet Turkish cafe near her home in New York’s East Village. Natalie Portman arrives on her own, sans entourage. The maitre d’ greets her warmly but unfussily. “Nice to see you again…”She listens patiently, hands clasped in a little fist, peach- perfect face upturned, beauty spots on each cheek, as the waiter reads through a list of today’s specials, all of which contain meat or fish. She doesn’t interrupt to…
AJMAN, 14th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Department of Finance in Ajman has concluded the Ajman Mal Plus programme, held as part of Our Happy Summer 2026, following a three-day interactive training experience combining financial literacy with artificial intelligence (AI) skills. The programme aimed to empower students to understand and manage finances, make more informed decisions, and turn financial knowledge into practical applications for their daily lives. Held at Ajman Saray, the programme focused on the fundamentals of financial literacy, including income and expenses, distinguishing between needs and wants, setting financial goals, preparing a budget and developing saving habits. It…
Amanat Holdings reported a 46 per cent rise in first-half profit to Dh153.3 million, supported by higher patient volumes, rising student enrolments and continued expansion across its healthcare and education businesses. Revenue for the six months ended June 30 increased 24 per cent to Dh582.5 million, while EBITDA rise 30 per cent to Dh226.4 million. Adjusted profit increased 72 per cent to Dh153.4 million. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The company also declared an interim cash dividend of Dh75 million, equivalent to 3 fils per share. Cambridge Health Group reported a 28…
Preity Zinta has returned to the big screen alongside Sunny Deol in Batwara 1947, which arrived in cinemas today, August 14.Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, the Partition drama also stars Shabana Azmi, Karan Deol, Ali Fazal and Abhimanyu Singh.The film reunites Deol and Zinta, who previously worked together in films including The Hero: Love Story of a Spy and Bhaiaji Superhit.Ahead of the release, Deol spoke about the film’s Partition setting and stories about the period that had been passed down through his own family.In a recent interview, Deol addressed comparisons between Batwara 1947 and his Gadar films. “It’s a family film,” he said, adding that Tara Singh and…
DUBAI, 14th August, 2026 (WAM) — Amanat Holdings recorded a profit of AED153.3 million in the first half of 2026, up 46 percent, and declared an interim cash dividend of AED75 million as it accelerates expansion across its healthcare and education businesses. The company reported a 24 percent increase in revenue to AED582.5 million, while earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) rose 30 percent to AED226.4 million. Amanat plans to deploy approximately AED1.5 billion over the next three years through organic expansion, greenfield developments and selective acquisitions, targeting a return on equity of at least 10 percent. It…
David Letterman is set to interview Matt Damon, Julia Roberts, Jimmy Kimmel and Alex Honnold in Season 7 of his Emmy-nominated show ‘My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman’, reported Variety. The sixth season of the show is currently up for an Emmy for outstanding hosted nonfiction series or special.Netflix shared the announcement on their Instagram handle today. Sharing glimpses from the shoot, the makers wrote, “Matt Damon, Julia Roberts, Jimmy Kimmel and Alex Honnold will spotlight their lives and careers in Season 7 of MY NEXT GUEST NEEDS NO INTRODUCTION WITH DAVID LETTERMAN, premiering later this year.”According…