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Right now, Disney+ is kind of like the kid in school who lets his older brother do all of his homework for him. In this analogy, Hulu is the older brother, because it’s bringing most of the movies to Disney+, which gets to take all of the credit. But this month, there’s a movie that’s finally returned to Disney+ after inexplicably spending years in limbo. Now that Tomorrowland is back, we’re officially naming it the one Disney+ movie you have to watch in June 2024. And after its quick exit the last time it was on Disney+, we can’t guarantee…

Hundreds of visitors have died during the annual Muslim pilgrimage to Makkah amid scorching heat, according to press reports and foreign ministries. At least 550 people have died on Haj, diplomats told French outlet Agence France-Presse (AFP) on Tuesday. Three hundred and twenty-three of the dead were Egyptians, most of whom perished due to heat-related illness, AFP reported, citing two Arab diplomats. Reuters was not able to immediately verify those numbers. The pilgrimage began on Friday. Saudi state TV said temperatures rose on Monday as high as 51.8ºC (125.2ºF) in the shade at the Grand Mosque in Makkah. Stay up…

Although Apple is discontinuing its buy now, pay later service launched last year, the company is sticking with the product, with a successor to the offering launching later this year via third-parties like Affirm. Buy now, pay later (BNPL) exploded in popularity as the COVID-19 pandemic forced more shoppers online, and the product has continued to resonate with consumers. BNPL loans drove $75 billion in online spending in 2023, up 14.3% from 2022, according to Adobe Analytics. In a statement on Monday, Apple said its new solution “will enable us to bring flexible payments to more users, in more places…

The Game of Thrones prequel A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms has officially commenced filming in Belfast, Northern Ireland, marking a return to the production hub of its predecessor. Accompanying the start of filming of the HBO series a first-look photo featuring Peter Claffey in the character of Ser Duncan the Tall was unveiled on the production’s official Instagram handle. The image offers fans a glimpse into the world of Westeros before the events chronicled in Game of Thrones. Directed by Sarah Adina Smith, known for her work on Lessons In Chemistry, and Owen Harris of Black Mirror fame, the…

Beat the summer heat with Little Moons’ latest innovation – the ‘Refreshos’ sorbet range, bringing the first-ever mochi sorbet to the UAE. These artisanal mochi ice cream bites promise to deliver a taste of summer in every bite. Transport your tastebuds to a sun-kissed paradise with the Very Berry Mochi Sorbet, bursting with bold berry flavours, or savour the Pineapple and Mandarin Sorbet for a juicy, tropical explosion. Each bite offers a delightful combination of refreshing sorbet wrapped in Little Moons’ signature soft and chewy mochi dough. With less than 60 kcal per ball, these deliciously refreshing sorbets are a…

Wilo empowers future leaders at ‘Young Future Energy Leaders Program’ to advance sustainability Wilo educated students on smart energy and water management systems during high profile sessions The company highlighted its smart solution: Wilo H2POWERPLANT at the event The Smart Water Management market in the MENA region is projected to grow at a CAGR of 11 per cent till 2028 UAE, 19 June 2024: Wilo Group, a leading manufacturer and digital pioneer in the pumps industry, empowered and educated students and youth at the Young Future Energy Leaders (YFEL) program for the Sustainability Days Conference 2024, preparing them to become…

It’s been a busy June for gamers. Nintendo, Microsoft, Sony, Ubisoft, and Summer Game Fest all held dedicated video game showcases over the past month. It’s the most exciting time of year for the video game industry as we get updates on highly anticipated games, get stoked for newly revealed games, and learn more about when some games we are looking forward to will launch. For work and for pleasure, I have watched all five of these major video game showcases and have a lot of feelings on each. Just like I did in 2023, I’ve decided to give the…

Gold prices inched higher in Dubai at the opening of the markets on Wednesday, rising by nearly Dh2 per gram in the past 24 hours. In the UAE, the 24K variant opened of the yellow metal at Dh282.0 per gram at 9am local time as compared to Dh281.75 per gram at the close of the markets on Tuesday. Yesterday, it gained Dh1.75 per gram during the day. Among the other variants, 22K was trading at Dh261.0, 21K at Dh252.75 and 18K at Dh216.75 per gram, respectively, on Wednesday. Globally, gold was steady at $2,327.64 per ounce at 9.07am UAE time…

In response to recent travel updates for visitors from India to UAE, a few Indian airlines have issued a set of guidelines for passengers. The advisory, issued by airlines to travel agents in India and in UAE, states that “travellers should carry necessary documents when travelling from Indian cities to the UAE.” An Air India Express spokesperson confirmed to Khaleej Times that they issued an advisory urging passengers to carry valid passports, return tickets, accommodation details, and financial proof. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The advisory stated that travellers from India must…

Pop sensation Katy Perry announced that her new single, Woman’s World, will drop on July 11 at 7 pm ET (July 12, 3am in the UAE). The official music video will premiere the next day, according to a post by Perry on her official Instagram handle. The announcement came after Perry recently held exclusive listening sessions for her sixth album, signalling a fresh chapter in her musical journey. The single cover art, shot by Jack Bridgland, showcases Perry in striking metallic armour-like pants paired with a bikini top. Teasing her fans, Perry shared a snippet of Woman’s World on Instagram,…