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Remittances outflow from the UAE fell by nearly three per cent last year, reaching $38.5 billion (Dh141.3 billion) as compared to $39.67 billion (Dh 145.5 billion) in the previous year, according to the World Bank. Data showed that the outward remittances have been consistently falling for the past four years after peaking in 2019 at $52.88 billion (Dh194 billion). Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “Outward remittances from Saudi Arabia and the UAE slowed, reflecting some correction from the pandemic-related distortion,” the World Bank said in its latest Migration and Development report. The…

SHANGHAI, July 1 (Reuters) – It’s less furry than a traditional companion, but a six-legged Chinese robot “guide dog” could one day help vision impaired people live more independently, according to its research development team in Shanghai. The robot dog, which is currently being field-tested, is able to navigate its physical environment via cameras and sensors, including recognising traffic light signals, which traditional guide dogs are unable to do. Roughly the size of an English Bulldog but a bit wider, it can communicate by listening and speaking with a visually impaired operator with artificial intelligence technology incorporated into its voice…

Air France-KLM warned Monday that the Olympic Games would lead to a drop in revenues of up to 180 million euros ($193 million), due to a decline in travel to Paris over the summer. The airline group had been hoping for a boost to its brand image and bottom line from the Games, but there have been concerns that the Games may keep other travellers from visiting Paris, which is a major tourist destination during the summer. “International markets show a significant avoidance of Paris,” the airline said in a statement. “Travel between the city and other destinations is also…

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky recently delighted fans with a new video on Instagram. The couple, who are parents to RZA, 2, and Riot Rose, 10 months, exhibited their fun-loving side in the video. In the clip, Rihanna, 36, donned large red sunglasses and energetically danced while playfully rapping along to TGIF by GloRilla. Meanwhile, Rocky, 35, looked on with a mock disapproving expression, hands on his hips. Rather than dampening her spirits, Rocky’s playful reaction seemed to fuel Rihanna’s enthusiasm further. In the video, she intensified her dance moves, swinging her jacket around before tossing it towards the camera. As…

In the presence of HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, Minister of Energy: GE Vernova rolls out first H-Class gas turbine completed at Saudi Arabia GESAT facility GE Vernova’sadvanced H-Class turbine is set to power the Jafurah Cogeneration Independent Steam and Power Plant (ISPP) in Saudi Arabia The H-Class turbines are highly efficient, hydrogen-ready, and are designed to quickly adjust to support grid stability amid increasing renewable energy integration GE Saudi Advanced Turbines (GESAT), a joint investment with Dussur,is the first facility in Saudi Arabiaand the region to manufacture H-Class gas turbines and components Dammam, Saudi Arabia;(July 1 2024)In the presence…

4th of July TV sales are offering up a plethora of awesome TV deals for much cheaper than usual. With so many OLED TV deals and QLED TV deals to choose from, as well as lots of regular 4K TVs for those on tighter budgets, the options can feel overwhelming. We’ve picked out some of our favorites to help you out. Contents Insignia 32-inch F20 Series HD TV — $80, was $130Insignia 65-inch F30 Series 4K TV — $300, was $450Vizio 65-inch 4K TV — $378, was $428Samsung 85-inch Q70C QLED TV — $1,400, was $1,900Samsung 85-inch Q80C QLED TV…

In Abu Dhabi, noise levels will be mapped in an initiative launched by the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD). The objective of this initiative is to identify a range of noise sources and pinpoint the most affected residential districts. Using this information, EAD can assess the impact on each district and create a map to target the most affected areas. “Parallel to this initiative, a noise committee has been formed comprising of more than 10 government entities,” said Eng. Faisal Al Hammadi, Executive Director of Environmental Quality Sector at EAD. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow…

The winners of Britain’s election on Thursday – which looks set to end 14 years in power for the Conservative Party – will take on some of the biggest challenges faced by any new government since the end of World War Two. The economy has struggled to grow, health and other services are under severe strain and there is little room in the public finances to fix them. The government is also lagging behind its targets for immigration and house-building. Opinion polls give a large lead to Keir Starmer’s opposition Labour Party over Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s Conservatives. ECONOMY Britain,…

Sharjah has announced the establishment of Communication Technologies “Free Zone” (Comtech). Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree stating the launch of a free zone dedicated to communication technologies in the city of Kalba, named the “Sharjah Communication Technologies Free Zone”. The zone has the necessary legal personality and capacity to accomplish its goals and exercise its authority. It enjoys financial and administrative independence and reports to the Sharjah Communications Technologies Authority. Its specific location, borders, and geographical area are determined by the Ruler of Sharjah. Stay up…

Eminem fans are eagerly anticipating the release of his upcoming single titled Tobey, scheduled to drop on July 2. This announcement marks the second single from his highly anticipated album The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grace). The rapper took to social media to unveil details about Tobey, confirming collaborations with fellow Detroit native Big Sean and metro Detroit emcee Babytron. The title of the single, seemingly inspired by Spider-Man’s Tobey Maguire, was teased in a lyric preview. Accompanying the single release will be a music video directed by Cole Bennett, slated to premiere on July 5. A preview…