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The worst part of owning a swimming pool is taking care of it From filter maintenance and skimming debris from the surface to managing chemicals and more, you’ll likely find yourself hanging out around the water more often than you’re actually in the water. Robotic pool cleaners are designed to alleviate this pinch point of pool ownership by giving you back your time and automating most of your tasks. But are robotic pool cleaners worth it, or are they a gimmick that still require heaps of manual input? Here’s a closer look to help you decide if one would be…
Canadian tourist Martin Martinez was supposed to leave Dubai on May 29 — but when the 3-day super sale was announced, family and friends convinced him to stay for a couple more days. “I had almost finished my shopping and was ready to leave, but my relatives insisted I stay to experience the incredible discounts Dubai frequently offers its residents,” said Martinez, who then rebooked his flight to June 1. It was “absolutely” worth it, he told Khaleej Times. Residents and tourists are treated to shopping discounts of up to 90 per cent as Dubai kicks off its summer retail…
India voted on Saturday in the final phase of a long-drawn general election, held in record summer heat in many parts, as both Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his challengers said they would win the polls. The seven-phase vote, in which nearly a billion people were eligible to cast their ballots, began on April 19 and will end with polling in the last 57 seats – including in Modi’s constituency in the Hindu holy city of Varanasi. More than 100 million people are registered to vote across eight states and federal territories on Saturday, including in the northern state of…
Entertainment group HYBE, home to K-pop group BTS, has asked a US court to compel social media platform X to reveal the identity of a user it accuses of defamation and harassment, according to a court filing reviewed by Reuters. The application for a court order is to assist a criminal complaint filed by HYBE against anonymous X user with the handle “@guiltyarchive” with the Seoul Yongsan Police Station on May 2, it showed. The case follows calls by BTS fans to better protect the group against malicious rumours amid an ongoing internal dispute with a sub-label. Some of the…
If you’re not satisfied with the coverage of your home’s Wi-Fi network, you’re going to want to invest in a mesh Wi-Fi system like the Linksys Velop Pro 6E. The bundle is actually on sale right now from Best Buy at $100 off, so it’s down to a more affordable $300 from its original price of $400. We’re not sure how much time is remaining on this discount though, so if you think this is a deal that you wouldn’t want to miss, you’re going to have to proceed with your purchase as soon as possible. Why you should buy…
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) issued a warning to motorists regarding poor visibility caused by fog formation on Saturday morning (June 1). The weather department sent out a red alert, notifying residents of a deterioration in horizontal visibility, which may drop even further at times until 8.30 in the morning. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. In a social media post, Abu Dhabi Police cautioned motorists against poor visibility on internal and external roads in the emirate. The authorities advised motorists to reduce speed and follow safety traffic guidelines. The met has…
Twenty people, including children, drowned when a boat sank during a river crossing in Afghanistan’s eastern Nangarhar province on Saturday, a provincial official said. “A boat with women and children on board sank on Saturday morning at 7.00am (02.30 GMT) in the river in the Basawul area of Momand Dara district of eastern Nangarhar,” said Quraishi Badloon, the head of the province’s information department, in a post on social media platform X. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Badloon said five people survived the accident, the cause of which was being investigated. The…
In general, we can think of a TV as a very expensive purchase, or at least more expensive than the best tablets for watching movies, but these deals are changing up our expectations. Right now, a pair of deals on 43-inch TVs are making us rethink this general rule, however, as they are both on sale at a rate under $200. And they aren’t some 1080p screens from yesteryear, either, these are full on 4K TVs. So, go ahead and check them out. Then, if neither tickle your fancy, be sure to check out our full listing of the best…
Students in the UAE, or looking to move to the country, learn and grow in an environment that is home to people of various cultures – providing an enriching educational experience. When it comes to Dubai, students receive many perks – from reduced prices on the burger they grab between classes to slashed costs on the metro rides they take in the city – making it much more affordable. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. If you are graduating high school soon and looking for options to pursue your higher education in Dubai,…
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…