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An Indian court Friday granted bail to opposition leader Rahul Gandhi in the latest of several defamation cases brought against him for accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi or his party of corruption. Gandhi, 53, has faced numerous legal cases brought by members of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and was last year briefly disqualified from parliament after a criminal libel conviction. He is one of several top opposition leaders to face criminal proceedings in cases they claim are politically driven by Modi’s government. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The latest case…
Shondaland’s upcoming documentary, Black Barbie, is set to unveil the inspiring and influential story behind the creation of the iconic dolls. The trailer for the documentary has been released, offering a glimpse into the remarkable journey of the Black Barbie and the women who brought them to life at Mattel. The trailer features interviews with the women who played a pivotal role in the creation of the influential dolls. Executive producer Shonda Rhimes sets the tone by saying, “If you go through life, and you’ve never seen anything made in your own image, there is damage done. I thought Black…
Microsoft will hold an Xbox Games Showcase and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Direct. this Sunday. These shows will provide a much better idea of what to expect from Xbox over the course of the next year or two. That’s really needed right now, as Microsoft has struggled to keep online discussions around Xbox positive as it went multiplatform with some games, laid off thousands of developers, and outright shut down the developers of Hi-Fi Rush and Redfall. Based on leaks and my personal expectations for the showcase, there are three games you can play on Xbox Game Pass…
More than 6,000 rest stations will be provided for delivery service workers across the UAE, the Ministry of Human Resources has announced. These stations will be set up as collaborations between government entities and the private sector. The riders will be able to access these locations on an interactive map and use them on their Midday breaks. These breaks, which are mandated for those working outdoors between 12.30pm and 3pm, will be implemented from June 15 till September 15. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. This initiative is a part of the Ministry’s…
Saudi Arabia is poised to raise more than $11.2 billion selling shares in oil giant Aramco to help fund its spending plans, after pricing the stock at the lower end of expectations, the company said on Friday. Aramco shares were priced at 27.25 riyals ($7.27), near the bottom of a 26.7-to-29-riyal range used in marketing the sale. The offering was covered four to five times, a person familiar with the matter said. Foreign demand was stronger than expected, the person and two others familiar with the matter said, and was greater than international demand for Aramco’s 2019 record-breaking IPO, two…
You’ve recently launched the Yango Play app, a 3-in-1 entertainment superapp, in the UAE. Can you please share what users can expect? With the launch of Yango Play in the UAE and other GCC countries, users can expect an entertainment experience like no other. This all in one superapp seamlessly combines video streaming, personalised music streaming, and interactive mini-games, all accessible within a single, intuitive interface. Yango Play offers exclusive access to a broad range of Arabic and international films and series, curated to appeal to diverse tastes and genres. The music section, My Vibe, powered by AI, that blends…
The Director-General of the Emirates Golf Federation (EGF) has hailed the Golf Handicap & Information Network (GHIN), a handicap management tool which has been incorporated by the sport’s governing body in the country, for ushering in a ‘new era of golf in the UAE.’ The EGF recently launched a new handicap software which will provide members an updated platform measuring golfers’ ability to compete on an equitable basis. The United States Golf Association Golf Handicap and Network System – USGA GHIN app is the largest handicap management tool which already serves more than 2 million golfers and 15,000 golf clubs…
You probably know Nothing, the technology company formed by OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei, but did you also know it has its own sub-brand called CMF? Well, it’s time to start paying attention to it, as after quietly releasing some earbuds, accessories, and a smartwatch, it’s about to step into that most crowded of fields, smartphones, with the CMF Phone 1. Announced through the company’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, it states the phone will, “leverage Nothing’s innovation and meticulous attention to design,” and “serve as a wonderful entry point to our entire product ecosystem.” It also says “others overlook this…
A major road in Abu Dhabi is set to be partially closed for a couple of days starting Saturday, June 8, according to AD Mobility. The closure on Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Street will start from 12am on Saturday and last until 5am on Monday, June 10. The junction and two left lanes in both directions will be closed. The lanes highlighted in red will be closed, while those in green will remain unaffected. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Check the map below: The government authority announced the road closure on social…
Showcasing their cultural heritage and patriotic fervour, Filipino expatriates will have back-to-back celebrations for the 126th Philippine Independence Day this weekend at Dubai World Trade Centre. Themed ‘Filipino Pride: Embracing Diversity, Celebrating Unity, and Love of Country’, the Filipino Social Club (FilSoc) will hold a grand event on Saturday (June 8) at Zabeel Hall 3, DWTC. This will be followed by Kalayaan (Freedom) 2024, another community celebration the following day (Sunday), also at DWTC. Both events are open to the public free of charge. Organisers said “Filipinos will not only showcase their traditions through various cultural presentations, but will also…