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Hotels across the UAE are stepping up staycation deals, discounted room rates and value-added packages to attract domestic and GCC travellers, as operators look to support occupancy and position the hospitality sector for recovery, according to JLL. The consultancy said hotels introduced family- and leisure-focused offers, dining credits, spa access and extended-stay packages during the second quarter as softer international arrivals weighed on demand. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. JLL said the measures form part of a broader push by operators to offset weaker overseas demand while preserving revenue during the traditionally…

DUBAI, 11th August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police and the Community Development Authority (CDA) joint initiative Sawaed Al Watan (Arms of the Nation), which connects Emirati job seekers with immediate employment opportunities, is returning tomorrow at Umm Suqeim Majlis. The initiative reflects Dubai Government’s commitment to expanding economic opportunities for Emirati citizens, supporting financial independence and empowering national talent through strategic collaboration between government entities and the private sector. The initiative began with a joint employment fair at Al Khawaneej Majlis, bringing together Dubai Police, CDA, the Emirates Human Resources Development Council and a number of private sector employers. Participants…

DUBAI, 11th August, 2026 (WAM) — Amlak Finance PJSC announced its H1 2026 financial results for the period that ended 30th June 2026. The Company maintained its focus on the prudent management of its UAE operations and overall balance sheet. During the period, Amlak reported a net profit after income tax of AED77 million, compared to AED19 million in the corresponding period of 2025, representing a growth of 305%. Amlak’s H1 2026 revenue from financing and investing activities increased to AED54 million from AED3 million in H1 2025, primarily driven by higher placement of wakala deposits, which generated income of…

NEON has unveiled the first trailer for ‘Paper Tiger’, James Gray’s 1980s-set crime drama starring Adam Driver, Miles Teller and Scarlett Johansson, ahead of the film’s planned theatrical release during the heart of awards season.Written and directed by Gray, ‘Paper Tiger’ is set in 1986 Queens, New York, and follows brothers Gary and Isaac, played by Driver and Teller respectively.Gary is a former police officer, while Isaac is an engineer. The brothers become caught up in a dangerous scheme initiated by Gary, eventually drawing them into the orbit of the Russian mafia.The unfolding conspiracy threatens the brothers’ pursuit of the…

Demi Lovato is returning to ‘Camp Rock’ as Mitchie Torres, with Disney confirming that the singer and actor will make a surprise cameo in the upcoming third film, just days before its premiere.As per Deadline, Lovato is also serving as an executive producer on ‘Camp Rock 3’, which continues the franchise nearly two decades after the original film debuted on Disney Channel in 2008. The sequel, ‘Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam’, followed two years later.The third instalment already features several callbacks to the earlier films. The Jonas Brothers are returning as Shane, Nate and Jason Gray of Connect 3,…

 Chris Evans has shared new details about his return as Steve Rogers in Avengers: Doomsday, teasing a difficult storyline for Captain America in the upcoming Marvel film.Speaking during a Q&A at Fan Expo Boston, Evans discussed reuniting with directors Joe and Anthony Russo, who previously worked with him on several Marvel films.“The Russos love beating up Steve Rogers,” Evans said. “Their favorite thing to do is to just beat him up”Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.According to Evans, the directors have always been interested in showing Steve continuing to fight regardless of how many…

At just 10 years old, Saiyette Aima watched cancer change her family. Her grandmother, whom she describes as the “emotional centre” of the family, had noticed what appeared to be a small, pimple-like mark on her neck. It did not seem serious at first. But after medical investigations, she was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer. Saiyette, now 17 and living in Dubai, was young and thousands of kilometres away from her grandmother in Delhi, but the experience stayed with her. “I watched her go through chemotherapy and radiation and saw how cancer affected not just her health, but our…

Harry Potter fans pushed for a £430 million power cable to be rerouted to avoid an unofficial memorial to Dobby the house elf, bringing new attention to just how strongly the franchise continues to resonate with its adult fanbase.The Greenlink interconnector connects Wales and Ireland, with the cable coming ashore at Freshwater West beach in Pembrokeshire.The beach was used to film Dobby’s death and burial in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part One and has since become a popular destination for fans.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Simon Ludlam, who managed the Greenlink project at…

DUBAI, 11th August, 2026 (WAM) — MEBAA Show 2026 will bring together leading global business and private aviation companies for its 11th edition, taking place from 8th to 10th December at the Dubai Airshow site at Dubai World Central. The event reflects the UAE’s growing position as a global hub for investment and innovation in the business aviation sector. The show will bring together aircraft manufacturers, operators, charter companies, FBOs, MRO providers and technology innovators from more than 100 countries. Further reinforcing the sector’s momentum, the UAE surpassed 1,000 registered aircraft in July 2026, according to the General Civil Aviation…

Thaikkudam Bridge’s origin story is as unconventional as their music. Thirteen years after they “accidentally” became a band, the group is coming to Dubai to perform. They will share the stage with iconic singers like Usha Uthup and Benny Dayal at Thaalam Beats, a South Indian music festival taking place at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena on August 15.The performance is particularly significant for the band. “This is the first time we are playing at the Coca-Cola Arena,” said lead guitarist of the band Mithun Raj, speaking to Khaleej Times on Zoom from India. “We have played in a few arenas in…