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As the UAE and the rest of the world rapidly progress towards a cashless society, the credit card — physical or virtual — remains the basic component of the financial system. Credit cards can be powerful financial tools when used wisely, offering convenience, rewards, and the ability to build credit. However, without careful management, they can also lead to significant debt and financial stress. As of mid-2024, credit card debt in the UAE continues to be a significant concern for many residents, reflecting broader economic trends and consumer behaviour. As the interest rates in the country continue to stay high,…
American rapper Wiz Khalifa and his girlfriend Aimee Aguilar are all set to welcome their first baby together. On the occasion of Father’s Day, Khalifa treated fans with this exciting news by sharing a picture of himself with Aguilar. The photo captures Khalifa wearing a black tank top, with his hands placed on Aguilar’s baby bump. She wore a black spots bra and held a pregnancy test in front of her belly. Sharing the photo, he wrote, “Baby Girl On The Way.#Clearblueconfirmed#ClearbluePartner.” The couple received a lot of love from fans and industry friends in the comments section. American rapper…
Bryson DeChambeau, needing to get up and down from a bunker at 18 to win, delivered one of his greatest shots on Sunday and sank a tension-packed putt to win the US Open. DeChambeau, having already escaped disaster once at Pinehurst’s final hole, blasted a 55-yard bunker shot to four feet and rolled in the clutch putt to capture his second US Open crown. “That bunker shot was the shot of my life,” DeChambeau said. “I’m so happy I got that shot up-and-down on 18. It’s a dream come true.” Playing partner Matthieu Pavon, a Frenchman who finished fifth, was…
Over the past few months, we’ve come across multiple rumors claiming that the 10th-anniversary edition of the Apple Watch will finally bring a major design and functional refresh. Now, TFI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo is also backing those predictions. In an investor post shared on Medium, Kuo writes that the Apple Watch Series 10 will be thinner. This comes just a day after Bloomberg reported that Apple is also eyeing a thinner iPhone and MacBook for the 2025 product upgrade cycle. Notably, the upcoming smartwatch won’t only be thinner, but will also introduce new size options. It will reportedly be…
Severe traffic congestion was reported on Al Khail road on Monday afternoon, according to eyewitnesses. The reports stated the gridlock was along the E44 stretch moving south, just before the Dubai Hills Mall exit, where a cement truck broke down. Police have cordoned off the three left-most lanes, which has left just three other lanes for motorists to use. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. This is causing congestion on Al Khail, even though roads across Dubai are relatively empty as UAE celebrates Eid Al Adha with a 4-day break. Below is a…
Building on its successes of large-scale events in 2023, the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) remains focused on growth and expansion this year, a senior official said. “At DWTC, we have continued our trajectory of driving substantial impact for Dubai’s economy. Aligned with the Dubai Economic Agenda’s (D33) aim to secure the city’s status as one of the top three global destinations for business and travel by 2033, we continue to spearhead sector diversification efforts, reinforcing the city’s stature as a leading global business hub,” Mahir Julfar, executive vice president at the DWTC, told Khaleej Times in an interview. According…
Legends and folklore are deeply rooted in the hearts of people, holding a sacred place in cultural narratives. When bringing these tales to the screen, a delicate balance has to be struck between their relevance to modern life and preservation of their timeless essence. The Pakistani film Umro Ayyar – A New Beginning neatly navigates this balance, offering a contemporary retelling of the classical Persian epic. The central character is Umro Ayyar, a trickster who, alongside the warrior-adventurer Amir Hamza, faces formidable challenges from sorcerers, jinns and demons. According to Usman Mukhtar, who plays the titular character in the film,…
With the Super Eights stage of the T20 World Cup all set to begin on Wednesday, India pacer Ishant Sharma believes dynamic batter Rishabh Pant could play a key role for the Indian team. Pant returned to international cricket after sustaining injuries in a life-threatening accident in December 2022. He found his usual groove while leading the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League. His consistency and composure helped him rack up 446 runs in 13 matches at an average of 40.55. He brought his consistency to the ongoing T20 World Cup. It became evident in India’s campaign opener against…
Looking for something new to watch this summer? While you’re probably spending most of your days outside soaking up the sun, once night hits and you want to unwind, you can do so in front of the TV with a great new show. There’s a lot coming this summer from all the top streaming services. Of the five TV shows you need to watch in July, four are new while one is the final season of a popular postapocalyptic series, which is also now streaming at a new home. The shows collectively feature talented actors like Rashida Jones, Anthony Hopkins,…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dissolved the six-member war cabinet, an Israeli official said on Monday, in a widely expected move that came after the departure from government of the centrist former general Benny Gantz. Netanyahu had faced demands from the nationalist-religious partners in his coalition, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir to be included in the war cabinet, a move which would have intensified strains with international partners including the United States. Netanyahu criticised plans announced by the military on Sunday to hold daily tactical pauses in fighting along one of the main roads…