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A new initiative will help young Emiratis plan their weddings wisely — and avoid extravagance. The Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi (DCD) on Thursday launched the Medeem Model for Women’s Weddings, which seeks to establish a “new wave” of authentic marriage celebrations in UAE society. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. It is an elegant wedding model that considers the needs of the younger generation but remains true to Emirati values that call for moderation and humility. It also aims to create stable marriages and families while educating the youth on financial planning.…
When it comes to chart-topping TVs, one brand you can always rely on is LG. Renowned for its impressive OLED lineup that spans several years now, LG has a reputation for this immersive, detail-rich picture technology, and we found an amazing deal we just had to bring to your attention: For a limited time, you can buy the all-new LG 55-inch G4 OLED for $2,300. This 2024 set has only been out for a few months, and it normally goes for $2,600. Our list of the best TVs of 2024 calls this the “best OLED that LG has ever made.”…
Scammers are trying their best to take advantage of the peak travel season as many residents plan to go for their summer holiday. Fraudsters on Friday were sending broadcast messages using the name of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs-Dubai, warning: “We have suspended your use of your passport. “You have been restricted from leaving the United Arab Emirates. Please declare your residential address, otherwise you shall be held liable. Those who fail to declare will be fined 50,000 dirhams and restricted from leaving the country,” added the bogus text message that also sent a malicious web link.…
Ukraine’s military said on Thursday its troops had pulled back from part of Chasiv Yar in the eastern Donetsk region, a day after Russia said its forces had taken control of a district in the strategic town. Chasiv Yar stands on high ground. If Russian forces establish full control over the town, they could potentially use it as a staging post to advance westwards towards the Ukrainian cities of Kramatorsk and Sloviansk. Russia’s Defence Ministry said on Wednesday its forces had taken control of the “Novyi” district, which lies to the west of Siverskyi Donets-Donbas canal that runs through the…
Mid-week holidays are the worst, because most of us have to come back to work the next day. If you’re among the unlucky who had to be back on the job this Friday, then our suggestion for Amazon Prime Video subscribers is to unwind this weekend and catch some of the best movies that you can stream. The Fourth of July is the most patriotic holiday of the year, but if we recommended something like Born on the Fourth of July, then it’s a little too depressing for the occasion. Instead, our picks for the five best Amazon Prime Video…
UAE schools have started receiving results for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) on Friday night. Several students registered outstanding performance, hitting marks that are significantly above the international average. Some of the toppers include Jana Roy, from Dubai International Academy – Emirates Hills (DIA EH), scored a full 45 points – a feat achieved by an elite 0.1 per cent of IB Diploma students globally. An Emirati student from the same school, Rashid Abbas, achieved 44 points. Based on the results shared with Khaleej Times, students from DIA EH, Dubai International Academy – Al Barsha and Raffles World…
Saudi Arabia has approved granting of citizenship to a diverse group of professionals, including scientists, doctors, researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs, who are exceptional in their respective fields, according to the Saudi Press Agency. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “The announcement is made in line with the Royal decree to grant Saudi citizenships to experts and exceptional global talents with unique competencies in religious, medical, scientific, cultural, sports, and technological fields, contributing to the development of various sectors throughout the Kingdom. It is also in support of achieving Saudi (Vision 2030) goal of…
Bitcoin slid to a two-month low on Thursday, extending a month-long fall, as uncertainty over US presidential elections and reports of bitcoin supply from a defunct Tokyo-based crypto exchange weighed. Bitcoin fell more than 2% to $57,843, its lowest since May 2, and has lost more than 6% so far this week. The world’s biggest cryptocurrency has been under pressure in recent months, its slide accelerating this week after the first debate between U.S. presidential candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump raised the spectre of Biden being replaced as a candidate. “If he (Biden) is to be replaced, and there’s…
France downed Portugal on penalties in the Euro 2024 quarter-finals following a goalless draw on Friday to set up a last-four meeting with Spain. A largely dull 120 minutes saw both sides struggle to create clear chances in Hamburg, before Joao Felix was the only player to miss in the shoot-out and Theo Hernandez netted the winning spot-kick. Cristiano Ronaldo made no mistake with his penalty, but this is the first time the 39-year-old has failed to score a goal at a major tournament. After a turgid first half, France goalkeeper Mike Maignan was forced into good saves to deny…
Wireless headphones are the way to go if you’re looking for convenience and functionality. Unless you’re an audiophile who demands the highest possible hi-res sound quality that can only be achieved with wired headphones, wireless headphones are a must-have. These headphones sound great and come packed with features, including active noise cancellation (ANC), transparency modes that let you hear the outside world as much as you want, excellent call quality, Bluetooth multipoint connectivity, and more. We are constantly searching for the finest wireless headphones, and we prioritize comfort, audio quality, and battery life. In this roundup, we will be concentrating…