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Known by the name ‘Skills’ or ‘UAE Skills’, Emirati Mohammed Al Kaabi has been showcasing on social media channels his travel adventures while living inside a camper van for almost a year. As he travels from the UAE to Europe in his mobile home, Mohammed says his motto is: “Life can be simpler than we think, and happiness comes from experiences and freedom, not from material possessions.” The adventurer and travel enthusiast has covered 21 countries so far in the past nine months. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channel His fully equipped camper…

The New York Times appeared at CES 2023 alongside Delta to confirm that the publication’s game lineup is part of the upcoming Delta Exclusives Hub. Delta Air Lines passengers will soon be able to play Wordle, Spelling Bee, and more during flights via the airline’s free Wi-Fi.Currently, those flying on a Delta flight only get free access to iMessage, Facebook Messenger, and WhatsApp. Starting on February 1, though, Delta Air Lines plans to offer free Wi-Fi on its flights to Delta SkyMiles members, and lots of content will be accessible from a new landing page called the Delta Exclusives Hub.When…

The enchanting destinations of Abha in Saudi Arabia and Salalah in Oman are experiencing a surge in tourists from the UAE. Travel industry executives report that numerous residents are opting for these ideal locations during the Eid Al Adha break, drawn by their convenient locations and favourable weather. According to industry experts, Salalah’s Eid-Al-Adha group departures are a hit, and overall summer enquiries for both destinations are impressive. “We are witnessing a 15 per cent increase in Salalah bookings and a surge of 30 per cent for Abha compared to last summer. This data suggests a significant rise in travellers…

Jasmine Paolini crushed Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva 6-3 6-1 on Thursday to bulldoze her way into the French Open final and continue Italy’s Roland Garros fairytale. The diminutive 28-year-old is the first Italian player to reach the final on the Paris clay since doubles partner Sara Errani in 2012, and her resounding victory came two days after compatriot Jannik Sinner made it to the last four in the men’s draw, guaranteeing he would be world number one next week. Paolini, who used her booming forehand to devastating effect on court Philippe Chatrier, will face the ultimate challenge in Iga Swiatek,…

SpaceX achieved its most successful Starship flight yet on Thursday in a test that launched from its Starbase site in Boca Chica, Texas. The world’s most powerful rocket created a colossal 17 million pounds of thrust as it roared away from the launchpad. SpaceX later shared some incredible slow-motion footage showing the vehicle — comprising the first-stage Super Heavy booster and upper-stage Starship spacecraft — climbing toward orbit. Slow motion liftoff of Starship on Flight 4 pic.twitter.com/9itFbrfxW7 — SpaceX (@SpaceX) June 6, 2024 Thursday’s mission was a far cry from the first two test flights of the 120-meter-tall rocket, both…

The pitches used in the T20 World Cup matches played in New York have not been up to standard and ground staff are working on remedying them for the rest of the tournament, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Thursday. The temporary Nassau County International Cricket Stadium has hosted two games so far, both of which were low-scoring encounters due to the nature of the drop-in pitch which has made batting extremely difficult due to the movement and bounce. Fans expecting a run-fest were left disappointed when Sri Lanka were bowled out for 77 — their lowest ever score…

Few streaming services have a deeper library of fascinating movies than Max. The artist formerly known as HBO Max may be somewhat difficult to navigate, but if you can find your way through it, you’ll find a library filled with great movies from every era of Hollywood. If you’re looking for great crime dramas on the service, then you’re in luck. We’ve selected three of the best crime dramas on Max that you should definitely make time for. Check out these three, and thank us later A Most Violent Year (2014) Oscar Isaac and Jessica Chastain make for one of…

Coco Gauff stressed the need for tennis to use a Video Review (VR) system, after being reduced to tears following a debate with the chair umpire over a controversial call in her French Open semifinal defeat by Iga Swiatek on Thursday. The American third seed missed a return on Swiatek’s serve at 2-1 up in the second set as a line judge called out, but the decision was reversed by the chair umpire who disagreed with the American’s argument that her shot was affected in the process. Gauff, who was booed by the Philippe Chatrier crowd, wiped away tears at…

The Hisense U76 Series isn’t your average big-screen QLED, it’s one of the biggest TVs released in 2024! At a whopping 100 inches, Hisense pulled out all the stops on this bad boy; and right now, the getting is quite good. Normally, you can expect to pay close to $5,000 for the U76, but Best Buy is offering a $2,200 markdown. Yes, that means you can score the 100-inch monolith for just $2,800! Why you should buy the Hisense U76 Series QLED TV Let’s not beat around the bush: If you’re looking for a gigantic TV, or keep tossing the…

The UAE has identified nine globally significant key biodiversity areas (KBA) that are home to numerous endangered plants and animals, the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MoCCAE) announced on Thursday. The nine newly appointed KBAs include the Arabian Oryx Protected Area in Abu Dhabi; Marawah Marine Area in Abu Dhabi; Al Yasat Marine Area in Abu Dhabi; Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve in Dubai; Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve; Wadi Al-Helo in Sharjah; Khor Fakan and Shark Island in Sharjah; Wadi Al-Bih in Ras Al Khaimah; and Siniyah Island and Khor Al Beidah in Umm Al Quwain According to MoCCAE,…