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Preliminary findings of an investigation into a Singapore Airlines flight hit by severe turbulence last week showed a rapid change in gravitational force and a 54 metre altitude drop caused injuries, Singapore’s transport ministry said on Wednesday. One passenger died of a suspected heart attack and dozens were injured after Singapore Airline Flight SQ321, flying from London to Singapore, encountered what the airline described as sudden, extreme turbulence while flying over Myanmar. The ministry said the investigation was ongoing. The SQ321 London-Singapore flight on a Boeing 777-300ER plane carrying 211 passengers and 18 crew diverted to Bangkok for an emergency…

A 31-year old mother and her premature baby were both miraculously saved by a team of doctors at a hospital in Dubai who performed a perimortem (near-death) Caesarean section on the mother who had a near-fatal cardiac arrest. Indian mum Maryam Mohd Kalim Siddiqui was rushed to International Modern Hospital (IMH) on Sunday (May 26) after having seizures at home due to hypertension. She was 27 weeks pregnant and her blood pressure shot up to 181/110 mmHg. It was her second pregnancy and she also suffered from hypertension five years ago when she gave birth to twins. A provisional diagnosis…

Barcelona have appointed former German national team and Bayern Munich manager Hansi Flick as head coach on a two-year contract, the LaLiga club said on Wednesday. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Flick, who has not managed a club since being sacked by Germany in September 2023, will be tasked with reviving Barcelona’s fortunes after the Catalan side failed to win any trophies this season under Xavi Hernandez, who was dismissed on Friday.

Japanese manufacturer sets out vision roadmap for FY2024 with a focus on innovation, sustainability and customer-centric strategies • Brand emphasizes on ‘Japan Excellence’ to address the unique needs and preferences of consumers and businesses in the region • Significant promotions within the company’s senior management team to drive its business forward Dubai, United Arab Emirates Panasonic Marketing Middle East & Africa (PMMAF) today revealed that it is all geared up for another year of exceptional growth and expansion, building on an impressive business performance in 2023.  The company unveiled its action plan for the new fiscal year highlighting targeted investments…

Looking back at the pandemic is, for many people, not exactly a fun experience. It was a time when everything was out of whack, and that was especially true of the movie business. Theaters had to close, and while there were plenty of great intimate dramas, it can be hard to remember what the best movies from that time were. If you want to look back at the best movies of the pandemic era, we’ve got you covered. We’ve pulled together seven of the best movies released in 2020 and 2021 (which is loosely defined as the era when movies…

Traffic fines are not being slashed by 50 per cent in Abu Dhabi, the police clarified on Wednesday. The Abu Dhabi Police denied social media rumours that claim a “50 per cent traffic fine discount” is being given out. The only discount that is currently in place for the emirate’s motorists is the initiative meant for those who settle their dues early. Those who pay within 60 days from the date of the traffic violation can get a 35 per cent discount on penalties, the Abu Dhabi Police said. If paid after 60 days and up to one year, the…

Japanese researchers said on Tuesday that they have successfully constructed the world’s first wooden satellite, with the tiny cube-shaped object expected to be sent into space aboard a SpaceX rocket launched from the United States, possibly in September. According to Kyodo News, “LignoSat,” a blend of the words ligno, a prefix meaning wood, and satellite, is the outcome of about four years of development efforts by a team involving Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry Co., to harness the environmental friendliness and low cost of wood in space development. According to the team, wooden satellites are better for the environment when…

The Middle East Asset Integrity Management Conference and Exhibition (AIMCS) 2024 concluded its three-day event at Conrad Abu Dhabi. AIMCS 2024 brought together more than 500 industry leaders, experts, and practitioners from around the globe to immerse themselves in a dynamic environment of learning, collaboration, and innovation. Attendees were surrounded by the industry’s best and brightest minds, gaining valuable insights from captivating keynote sessions delivered by renowned thought leaders. The event featured interactive workshops, thought-provoking panel discussions, and dedicated tracks focusing on key aspects of asset integrity, including the asset integrity conference, well integrity conference, and pipeline integrity conference. The…

Steven Spielberg’s D-Day epic Saving Private Ryan will be shown in around 300 French cinemas on June 6, the massive World War II operation’s 80th anniversary, studio Paramount has said. The film, whose limited re-release was announced on Monday, follows Tom Hanks as Captain John Miller, who leads a handful of troops through the havoc of the Allied amphibious invasion of northern France. Their mission is to rescue Private James Ryan (Matt Damon), all of whose brothers have fallen in battle. In a famous closing scene, an elderly Ryan visits Miller’s grave in the American cemetery in Normandy, where President…

We are into growth and not competition, says Roman Shimansky from Yango Play at the Arab Media Forum Dubai, United Arab Emirates; 29 May 2024 – Yango Play participated in the Arab Media Forum, showcasing its commitment to growth and collaboration within the entertainment industry. This innovative forum, held under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, is part of the larger Arab Media Summit. It attracted over 4,000 industry experts to discuss advancements and innovations in media. The first AI-powered entertainment super app,…