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Google has announced a laundry list of feature updates for Workspace users, with a focus on using its Gemini AI across products like Gmail, Docs, and Calendar. For folks who rely on the side panel in Gmail, there is some good news. Gemini can now directly access the Calendar information from within the inbox side panel, and perform relevant actions, as well. Let’s say you are drafting an email and need to reference your calendar entries, Gemini will now do that for you. You can ask it to check the schedule for a particular date, ask Gemini to create an…
If you’re looking for the best smart ring, there’s a strong chance you’ve come across Oura. This Finnish company kicked off the nascent category of the smart ring with the original Oura Ring, and it’s only strengthened its standing ever since. The Oura Ring 3 had dominated the charts for the past three years, but its lead is shrinking as the competition began to catch up to it. Fresh off the heels of competition like the Samsung Galaxy Ring and RingConn Gen 2, Oura unveiled the Oura Ring 4. It’s sleeker, redesigned, vastly improved, and aimed at keeping Oura at…
I always thought picking the best gaming mouse for myself sounded simple enough. I’ve spent hours poring over graphics cards or processors, but mice? Not really. I always treated them as a straightforward pick and never spent too much time reading reviews. It helps that in the games that I play, even an average mouse can do just fine. Or so I thought. It was only once I got a high-end mouse suited to my needs that I realized what I’d been missing out on. Below, I’ll walk you through the three most recent mice I had to buy, why…
Writers Khalid Almazemi and Hamdan Alamiri join moderator Waleed Al Marzooqi to explore how literature in the UAE is emerging in an era dominated by digital data and rapid cultural shifts Sharjah, November 16, 2024 The 43rd edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) continued its celebration of literary innovation, spotlighting two dynamic young Emirati voices in a discussion on the evolution of Emirati literature. The thought-provoking session, titled New Emirati Literature and moderated by Waleed Al Marzooqi, featured Khalid Almazmi and Hamdan Alameri. The duo explored how literature in the UAE is transforming in an era defined by…
We may have to wait a little longer for more Star Wars. Variety is reporting that Disney has pulled the Star Wars film that was previously scheduled for Dec. 18, 2026, from its schedule. Ice Age 6 has moved into that spot in the calendar. There was never an announcement of what this project would be, but Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy had been announced to direct a film that followed Daisy Ridley’s Rey in the aftermath of the events of The Rise of Skywalker. Steven Knight was slated to be the screenwriter but left the project earlier this year. This movie would have been the second new Star Wars…
The Cookery Corner at the Sharjah International Book Fair brings culinary creativity to life with global chefs and bakers Sharjah, November 16, 2024 In an age of endless online cookery videos and countless cookbooks, the allure of live culinary demonstrations remains unmatched. This was evident at the Cookery Corner of the 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), where a packed audience gathered to witness Lebanese-American chef Edy Massih bring his signature flair to traditional recipes. Promoting his book Keep It Zesty, Edy showcased his talent for blending traditional Middle Eastern flavours with modern convenience, captivating attendees with three standout dishes.…
You may or may not know this, but certain online retailers and various small brands will actually increase prices before a huge sale, like early Black Friday sales, actual Black Friday, or even Cyber Monday and Cyber Week. Let’s say, for example, they discount the product by $20. Weeks before, they might raise the price by $30 to make the discount look bigger. So, the reality is you’re not actually getting a great deal — they trick you. There is a way to combat this and find the best early Black Friday deals and beyond. There’s a tool I use…
The scriptwriter of an acclaimed survival drama on the Kerala floods, Dharmajan has written three novels that are bestsellers at SIBF 2024 Sharjah, November 16, 2024 Akhil P. Dharmajan, the acclaimed novelist and screenwriter in the Malayalam language from the south Indian State of Kerala, shared insights into his creative process and the challenges he faced in his journey from self-publishing to becoming a celebrated author at a session titled “Stories Beyond the Page” at the 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) in Expo Centre Sharjah. Dharmajan, an automobile-mechanic-turned-author, has penned best-selling novels such as Ram c/o Anandi, Ouija Board…
November is a curious month. Spooky season is over, but Christmas season hasn’t started yet. It’s the middle brother, often ignored entirely by people either holding on to the fall season or those who are more than ready to bring out the Santa hats. Sure, Thanksgiving is celebrated in the final week, but that’s just one country in the world; everywhere else, poor November is just the in-between month. However, it’s still a full 30-day month, and what better way to wait for Christmas than by watching some movies as underrated as the month itself? From dark and seriously messed-up…
Debut performance at Sharjah International Book Fair enthrals audienceswith a masterful blend of comedy, suspense and cultural reflection Sharjah, November 16, 2024 Merging comedy and horror is a delicate balance, but when executed with finesse, it creates an unforgettable experience. At the 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2024), the Kuwaiti play “Al-Yathum” achieved just that. Debuting on Friday, the performance took the audience on a whirlwind journey of laughter, tension, and poignant social commentary, all while celebrating the rich cultural unity that defines the region. The play opened on a chilling note, setting the stage for a gripping narrative.…