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BTS members V and Jungkook have opened up about serious health and injury struggles they are facing while continuing the group’s ‘Arirang’ World Tour, sharing details about V’s progressive hearing loss and Jungkook’s shin injury during a Weverse livestream on August 12.V, whose real name is Kim Tae-hyung, revealed that he has been dealing with progressive hearing loss for 2.5 years. He said the condition has worsened over time, with his right ear currently functioning at only about 30 per cent of the capacity of his left ear.According to V, the problem became worse during his mandatory military service in…

Travis Kelce has opened up about his wedding to pop superstar Taylor Swift, describing the celebration as “the best night of my life”, according to Reuters.Speaking during Kansas City Chiefs training camp, Kelce reflected on the July 3 wedding at New York’s Madison Square Garden, which brought together around 1,000 guests.“It was the best night of my life,” Kelce said, according to Reuters, as he thanked those who attended and helped make the celebration possible.The guest list included several major names from entertainment and sport, including Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, Jennifer Lopez and Tom Brady, as well as a number…

SHARJAH, 13th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) announced several achievements within its sustainable development plan to develop infrastructure in various areas of Sharjah during the first half of 2026. The authority completed the electricity connection plan for 2,497 new projects, and extended its medium- and low-voltage network by more than 167.6 kilometres. It also approved 1,072 electrical distribution panels in accordance with approved technical specifications and carried out 3,399 technical inspections of buildings and projects. SEWA issued 807 preliminary electricity inspection certificates to facilitate electricity connection procedures for customers. It also carried out…

At 68, Thangavelu Chandra Mohan knew that a liver transplant would be risky. However, living with his disease had become difficult too. Mohan’s condition steadily worsened since he was diagnosed with liver cirrhosis in 2011. Simple activities such as walking left him exhausted, and he had become increasingly dependent on his family. By the time he reached Burjeel Medical City in Abu Dhabi, doctors found several complications. His liver was functioning poorly, fluid repeatedly accumulated in his abdomen, and he had suffered internal bleeding. Blood clots had also blocked major vessels carrying blood to the liver, while his low platelet…

As the world marks International Youth Day, OMODA & JAECOO is highlighting how a new generation of intelligent mobility technologies is responding to the changing expectations of young drivers in the UAE. With AI, OMODA 4 and SIVP at the centre of its technology roadmap, the brand is bringing together intelligent interaction, assisted driving and electrified mobility to create vehicles that reflect the digital lifestyles and evolving priorities of younger consumers. OMODA & JAECOO’s global vision to “Co-Create A Beautiful Life With Young People” reflects this shift, placing young users’ expectations for intelligent technology, individuality and sustainable mobility at the…

ABU DHABI, 13th August, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC (TAQA) on Thursday announced its financial results for the six-month period ended 30th June 2026, reporting revenues of AED27.5 billion and higher profitability, driven particularly by increased returns from TAQA Transmission and TAQA’s Generation business. EBITDA rose by 7.7 percent to AED11.0 billion from AED10.2 billion in the first half of 2025. Net income attributable to TAQA shareholders increased by 9.7 percent to AED4.1 billion, compared with AED3.7 billion in the prior-year period. Capital expenditure rose to AED7.2 billion, up 38 percent year-on-year, reflecting accelerated investment across…

The Delhi High Court has directed social media platforms to remove allegedly obscene and pornographic content involving actor Khushi Kapoor, while also ordering the takedown of content linked to the unauthorised sale of merchandise using her identity.Justice Jyoti Singh issued the directions on Wednesday, August 12, while hearing Kapoor’s suit seeking protection of her personality and publicity rights.The court also indicated that it would pass a John Doe order in Kapoor’s favour as part of her interim injunction plea. Such an order can protect unidentified individuals or entities found to be using or exploiting her identity without authorisation.Kapoor was represented…

Rihanna returned to the street where she spent part of her childhood in Barbados, this time bringing her own children along for the visit.The pop star and entrepreneur shared a series of photographs on Instagram documenting her return to the street in her hometown that was renamed Rihanna Drive in her honour.”One minute I feel like that kid from Westbury… the next minute I’m bringing my own kids back to ‘Rihanna Drive’,” Rihanna wrote.”Trippy how life works! And the Glory STILL and WILL ALWAYS belong to the Almighty Creator!!!” she added.The visit marked a full-circle moment for the singer, who…

ABU DHABI, 12th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Muslim Council of Elders affirmed that young people are a cornerstone of the future of nations and societies and vital partners in peacebuilding, promoting the values of dialogue, coexistence, and human fraternity, and countering hate speech, extremism, and intolerance. The Council emphasised the importance of strengthening collective efforts to invest in the potential of young people, thereby fostering informed generations capable of advancing development and peace and responding responsibly to the rapid transformations shaping today’s world. In a statement issued on International Youth Day, observed annually on August 12, the Muslim Council…

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, 12th August, 2026 (WAM) — Etihad Airways today announced a new seasonal service between Abu Dhabi and Gothenburg, starting 17th December 2026 and operating four times a week until 21st March 2027. The new service will create Gothenburg’s first direct air link to Asia, connecting Sweden’s west coast directly with Abu Dhabi and providing some of the fastest one-stop journeys to sought-after destinations across India and Asia through Etihad’s Abu Dhabi hub. Etihad’s complimentary Abu Dhabi Stopover programme allows eligible guests connecting through the city to add a hotel stay of up to two nights, turning their connection…