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A weekend can feel surprisingly long when you’re surrounded by mountains, turquoise waters and winding coastal roads. With Oman announcing a new free 14-day tourist visa for eligible travellers, there’s never been a better time for UAE residents to swap skyscrapers for dramatic landscapes and quiet villages. Whether you’re looking for adventure, relaxation or simply a change of scenery, Oman offers all three within a few hours’ drive from the UAE. From ancient forts and mountain viewpoints to crystal-clear wadis and freshly grilled seafood, here’s how to make the most of a 48-hour escape. Before you hit the road Before…
Zendaya and Tom Holland have celebrated their marriage with an intimate gathering in the English countryside, continuing the couple’s tradition of keeping their biggest personal milestones relatively private.According to People, the couple brought close friends and family together at Beaverbrook, a luxury country house hotel in Surrey, England. Holland’s brothers Sam, Harry and Paddy were among those attending the celebration.The private party reportedly had a natural theme, with the setting and details reflecting the surrounding English countryside. Holland’s brothers were dressed in black tuxedos and wore small wildflowers in their buttonholes.The gathering was held after Zendaya and Holland married earlier this…
Residents and visitors can enjoy specially curated dishes for just Dh10 at more than 170 restaurants across over 700 locations in Dubai as the popular Dh10 Dish campaign returns as part of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS). Running until August 30, the month-long initiative includes participating restaurants across malls, cafés, food halls and neighbourhood dining destinations. No bookings or vouchers are required; customers can simply visit participating outlets and request the Dh10 dish. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Here’s the list of participating restaurants; Something savoury? The Daily at Rove Hotels: Rove Poke…
A24 has unveiled the first full-length trailer for ‘Primetime’, its upcoming true-crime psychological thriller led by Robert Pattinson as controversial television journalist Chris Hansen.Directed by Lance Oppenheim, the film explores the mid-2000s rise of NBC’s ratings phenomenon ‘To Catch a Predator’ while examining the ethical tensions behind its hidden-camera sting operations, as per Deadline.The trailer opens with Pattinson delivering Hansen’s instantly recognisable line, “Why don’t you have a seat right there?”As the hidden-camera investigations gain widespread popularity, the footage shifts into a psychological portrait of a television personality increasingly consumed by his own success. After learning that the segment is…
DUBAI, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police have launched its “Summer of Innovation” event, bringing together police personnel, university students, innovators and innovation diploma participants to promote a culture of creativity, future foresight and practical problem-solving that supports institutional excellence and future readiness. The event, organised by the Knowledge, Innovation and Development Centre at the General Department of Administrative Affairs, was inaugurated by Dr Major General Ahmad Zaal Bin Krishan Almheiri, Deputy Commander-in-Chief for Financial and Administrative Affairs, in the presence of Major General Dr Saleh Abdullah Murad, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Administrative Affairs, senior officers and participants. Major General…
American Hospital Dubai is the first private healthcare provider in Dubai to introduce such advanced solutions for early-stage cancer detection Published: Wed 5 Aug 2026, 10:03 AM American Hospital Dubai, a regional leader in benchmark healthcare and innovative medical solutions, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with global healthcare leader Abbott to promote the advancement of innovative early cancer detection capabilities in the UAE. The advanced early detection technologies will exponentially elevate the country’s diagnostic excellence, enabling individuals to benefit from innovative solutions. American Hospital is the first private healthcare entity in Dubai to introduce such an advanced early-stage…
After a successful theatrical run, filmmaker Imtiaz Ali’s latest outing ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’ is set to reach a wider audience with its digital debut.The film premiered on Netflix on Friday, August 7.Sharing the news on Instagram, the OTT platform wrote, “78 saal pehle jo kahaani adhoori reh gayi thi, woh ab poori hogi (The story that was left unfinished 78 years ago, will get its completion now). Watch ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’, out 7 August, on Netflix!”Earlier, director Imtiaz Ali marked a special milestone as ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’ completed 50 days in theatres. In a nod to the milestone, Imtiaz Ali…
SHARJAH, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF) 2026 has secured Gulftainer as a strategic sponsor, bringing one of the region’s largest ports and logistics operators to the forefront of global discussions on supply chain resilience and economic competitiveness. Announced by the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), the sponsorship reinforces the Forum’s ambition to connect high-level dialogue with the infrastructure, investments and public-private partnerships that will shape a more adaptive and resilient world at a time when governments and businesses face rapid shifts in the global economic landscape. Organised in collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Investment…
Scrolling has become second nature. Whether it’s checking Instagram over breakfast, replying to work messages on the go, or watching “just one more” TikTok before bed, many of us spend more time looking at our screens than we realise. That’s why digital detoxing has become one of the biggest wellness trends in recent years. A digital detox simply means taking a break from phones, social media, and constant notifications to focus on real life instead. While the trend first gained traction in the 2010s, it has found a new audience with Gen Z, who are increasingly swapping endless scrolling for…
Young makeup artist Ava Gillies, known for working in hit Hollywood film ‘Barbie’ and the popular TV show ‘Bridgerton’, passed away at 26 in a tragic car accident. According to the New York Post, Gillies was driving down a carriageway in Wrelton, England when a black Audi A4 slammed into her white Volkswagen Polo on July 26, said the North Yorkshire police. After the accident, Gillies passed away at the scene. In a statement, Gillies’ family mourned her passing, calling the loss “immeasurable.””Ava, we will always, always miss you, your wit, your charm, your beauty, your feisty confidence, your many…