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DUBAI, 10th August, 2026 (WAM) — The third edition of the UAE Esports League kicked off today, organised by the UAE Esports Federation, with “Call of Duty” being added to the lineup of games featured in the competition. A total of 50 teams, represented by 600 players, are taking part in the competition, which will run until September 5. The participation reflects the size of the game’s competitive community and the growing interest in taking part in official esports tournaments in the UAE. The inclusion of the game in the league’s third edition is part of the UAE Esports Federation’s…

STOCKHOLM, 10th August, 2026 (WAM) — Industrial production in Sweden fell by 1.5% year-on-year in June 2026, slipping from an upwardly revised and eight-month high of a 7.6% growth in the previous month. The latest figure marked the first contraction since March 2025, largely driven by a sharp decline in mining production, down 13.8% after an 8.5% rise in May. Activity also decreased in the manufacturing sector (-1% vs 7.6%), reflecting weaker output for coke and refined petroleum products (-3.6% vs -5.7%), rubber and plastic products (-4.4% vs 3.6%), and basic metals (-3.8% vs -3.2%), which more than offset increases…

DUBAI, 10th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award, supervised by the UAE Water Aid Foundation (Suqia UAE), under the umbrella of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, plays a pivotal role in bringing a life to communities suffering from severe water scarcity. This impact is achieved by empowering winning projects to deliver far-reaching positive change – providing clean, safe water to millions of beneficiaries, improving public health, reducing waterborne diseases and easing the time and effort required to access water. As a result, communities are gaining greater opportunities for education, employment…

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has become one of the most talked-about films of the year, but fans searching for ways to watch it online are being warned to be careful about where they click. Cybersecurity company Kaspersky says it has identified scam websites in multiple languages that are exploiting interest in the film by promising users free access to The Odyssey. The websites appear to offer the movie online, sometimes advertising dubbed versions in a user’s native language to make the offer seem more legitimate. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. But there…

DUBAI, 10th August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has launched the third edition of the Emirati Chefs Grant for Productive Families, organised in collaboration with the Community Development Authority (CDA) and the International Centre for Culinary Arts (ICCA Dubai). The programme aims to empower productive families by developing their culinary and entrepreneurial skills, enhancing their capabilities in managing small and medium-sized enterprises, and supporting talented individuals in refining their expertise. This aligns with Dubai Culture’s mandate and sectoral priorities to strengthen community development; celebrate the UAE’s rich hospitality traditions; and showcase the distinctive character of…

COPENHAGEN, 10th August, 2026 (WAM) — Denmark’s consumer price index (CPI) inflation eased to 1.7% year on year in July, down from 1.9% previously. In July, Danish consumer prices increased by 1.7% year-over-year, down from 1.9% in June. Core inflation stayed unchanged at 2.3%, the highest level since the start of the year. Danish inflation continues to stay below the Euro area. Restaurants and hotels drove July inflation, with costs surging 8.1%. Transportation inflation accelerated to 5.5% from 4.5% in the prior month. These gains were partially offset by declining prices in other sectors. Clothing and footwear price growth eased…

SHARJAH, 10th August, 2026 (WAM) — Participants in the eighth edition of the Ithmar media training programme for children and youth have produced a series of video features in collaboration with 14 government entities across the Emirate of Sharjah, marking the completion of the programme’s intensive practical training phase. Organised by the Sharjah Press Club (SPC), which is affiliated with the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), the programme combined theoretical workshops with practical training, giving participants the opportunity to plan, present, and produce visual content. The videos will be released across SPC’s digital platforms over the coming weeks, showcasing participants’…

Millions of people across the UAE reach for a cup of coffee every morning without giving much thought to what it is doing inside their bodies. According to Dr Mansoor Anwar Habib, consultant in Family Medicine and Occupational Health, that daily habit could be doing far better than most people realise, provided three specific conditions are met. “If you are coffee lovers and fans, I have good news for you,” Dr Habib said, explaining that coffee beans are rich in antioxidants that carry a range of protective effects on the cardiovascular system. Recent research by American Heart Association has shown that…

Catapulted into Gen-Z imagination following the popularity of a reworked version of Rambha Ho in Dhurandhar, Usha Uthup has been having a moment in the sun. Not that the legendary Indian singer needed any of this; Uthup, 78, is — and will always be — remembered for her unique voice that set a template for what was then considered “disco numbers” and essentially provided a counter to what one generally heard on radio or in films. Underneath the easy labels, what the audiences then — and Gen-Z now — truly discovered is a voice that is unapologetically, unabashedly joyous. Very…

There was a time when podcasts were something you listened to on the commute, at the gym or while doing chores. You pressed play, put your phone away and listened. Now, increasingly, we are watching them. Podcast studios have started to look more like television sets, with multiple cameras, carefully designed backgrounds, professional lighting and hosts who know that a facial expression or reaction could become the next viral clip. The shift raises an interesting question: Are video podcasts beginning to compete with traditional TV shows for our attention? Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on…