BEIRUT — Christian-majority villages along Lebanon’s southern border have rejected Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s claim that they requested annexation by Israel. Israel, reaffirming their commitment to the Lebanese state and dismissing the remarks as “fabricated and completely detached from reality.”Mayors, clergy and community leaders from villages stretching across Lebanon’s border region told the Anadolu news agency they remain committed to their Lebanese identity, describing Netanyahu’s remarks as an attempt to sow division at a time when residents are struggling with continuing Israeli attacks and a worsening humanitarian crisis.The response came after Netanyahu claimed in a televised interview on Sunday…
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The UAE has become the first country in the world to certify a purpose-built commercial vertiport for electric air taxi operations, marking a major milestone in the development of next-generation urban transport.The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced that VDX, developed by Skyports Infrastructure, has received regulatory certification for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft operations.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Located adjacent to Dubai International Airport, VDX will serve as the flagship hub of Dubai’s planned air taxi network, with three additional vertiports currently under development in partnership with Dubai’s Roads and…
DUBAI, 7th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Julius Baer Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report 2026 affirmed that Dubai continues to strengthen its position as a leading regional and global hub for attracting wealth, successfully combining luxury lifestyles, entrepreneurship and future-focused innovation.The report highlighted Dubai’s luxury real estate sector as one of its strongest attractions, offering highly competitive value compared with the record-high property prices in major Asian and European cities, helping to sustain the inflow of wealthy individuals.The lifestyle data presented in the report also showed that Dubai is an exceptionally competitive market for spending on high-value goods and services,…
Dubai International Marine Club (DIMC) has unveiled its calendar for the 2026–2027 sports season, featuring 40 races, championships, and events taking place from September 2026 to April 2027. The programme includes a diverse range of traditional and modern marine sports across the UAE and internationally, reinforcing the Club’s leading role in organising premier marine sporting events at both regional and global levels while further strengthening Dubai’s position as a world-class destination for marine sports.The new season will commence in September with the 22ft “Al Shindagha” Traditional Dhow Sailing Race, alongside a comprehensive schedule featuring 22ft, 43ft, and 60ft traditional dhow…
Traveling the world doesn’t have to be expensive.Many destinations offer incredible experiences at surprisingly affordable prices, allowing travelers to enjoy stunning landscapes, rich cultures, and unforgettable adventures without stretching their budgets.From the mountains of Nepal to the beaches of Sri Lanka and the historic streets of Vietnam, these countries prove that memorable travel is possible on almost any budget.Here are five of the best budget-friendly destinations to consider for your next trip.1. VietnamVietnam has long been a favorite destination for budget travelers, thanks to its affordable prices, delicious street food, and extensive transport network.Once known mainly as a backpacking destination,…
Anne Hathaway reflected on this chapter of her career at The Odyssey world premiere, saying:“It’s extremely surreal, but I’m at an age and at a moment in my career where I know this doesn’t come around very often, and it certainly doesn’t last forever.”Speaking further in an interview with People, Hathaway said she’s choosing to embrace the moment while acknowledging that success in Hollywood is never permanent.“So I’m just gonna surf this wave for as long as it lasts. I’m going to enjoy being up on my board, and then when I fall in the water, that’ll be that moment.”Her humble perspective…
Expo City Dubai has issued the first Expo Green Licences to six businesses, ranging from small social enterprises to multinational organisations, as the city builds momentum in its role as the UAE’s first Green Innovation District.The Expo Green Licence is a key enabler of the Green Innovation District – a joint initiative with the UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism to connect businesses under a shared goal of driving sustainable innovation.The six ventures, spanning waste management to climate tech, are the first of a robust pipeline of applicants from the UAE and abroad. The licence is the first of its…
الشارقة في 7 يوليو / وام / فرض نادي الشارقة الدولي للرياضات البحرية، حضوره بقوة في منافسات بطولة الإنقاذ الدولية الشاطئية، المقامة ضمن فعاليات المهرجان البحري الدولي بالرباط في المملكة المغربية، بعدما حقق لاعبوه نتائج مميزة وسيطروا على منصات التتويج في فئتي الشباب والرجال.وشهدت منافسات الشباب تحت 16 عامًا لفئة “Surf Ski” احتكار لاعبي النادي للمراكز الثلاثة الأولى، حيث توج زايد النقبي بالميدالية الذهبية، وحل حسن إسماعيل الحوسني في المركز الثاني، فيما جاء راشد إلياس العسكر في المركز الثالث، في إنجاز يعكس التفوق الفني للاعبي الفريق.وواصل أبطال الشارقة تألقهم في منافسات “Board Race” لفئة الشباب، بعدما فرضوا سيطرتهم الكاملة على…
أبوظبي في 7 يوليو /وام/ تحت رعاية سمو الشيخة شمسة بنت حمدان بن محمد آل نهيان، أعلنت جامعة نيويورك أبوظبي “NYUAD”، بالتعاون مع مجموعة أبوظبي للثقافة والفنون “ADMAF”، عن المشروع الفائز بجائزة كريستو وجان- كلود لعام 2026.وضمت قائمة الفائزين بالجائزة في دورتها الرابعة عشرة كلا من نورة جابر، خريجة جامعة نيويورك أبوظبي (دفعة 2024)، ومفيدة محيي الدين، خريجة جامعة الشارقة “دفعة 2024″، واللذان يستكشف عملهما متعدد التخصصات علم الآثار والثقافة المادية والعلاقة بين المجتمعات وبيئتها.ويتناول العمل الفائز “تحف الحياة اليومية”، تأثير التفسير الأثري على الذاكرة الثقافية وفهمنا للماضي، وهو عمل فني تركيبي مستوحى من موقع تل أبرق الذي يعود إلى…
ABU DHABI, 7th July, 2026 (WAM) — Major General Saleh Mohammed bin Megren Al Ameri, Commander of the National Guard, received Lieutenant General Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Saud Al Khalifa, Director of the National Guard, Kingdom of Bahrain and his accompanying delegation during an official visit to the UAE aimed at strengthening cooperation and exchanging expertise between the two sides.On the sidelines of the visit, the two sides signed a Memorandum of Understanding at the National Guard Command to enhance cooperation across areas of mutual interest, supporting knowledge and expertise exchange, the development of training and qualification programmes, and the advancement…