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Saudi authorities arrested 12 Yemeni nationals for attempting to smuggle 266kg of khat through the borders of Al-Rabwah, Asir Region, according to state news agency SPA on Friday, May 24. The items were seized and handed over to the authorities, SPA reported. The government urged citizens and residents to report any information they have regarding drug smuggling or sales to the General Directorate of Narcotics Control. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Residents can file a report by calling 911 for Makkah, Riyadh and the Eastern Province, and 999 for other regions. They…

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Dubai Corporation for Consumer Protection and Fair Trade continues to open customer happiness centres in more retail locations Dubai, United Arab Emirates; 24 May 2024: Dubai Corporation for Consumer Protection and Fair Trade (DCCPFT), a part of Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), has continued to open more customer happiness centres at different locations within various sectors in the emirate, with the aim of handling complaints efficiently and quickly. DCCPFT established more than 15 centres in 2023 with plans to set up over 15 centres in 2024 as well. The Corporation provides workshops and training courses for employees, sharing…

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Strands is a brand new daily puzzle from the New York Times. A trickier take on the classic word search, you’ll need a keen eye to solve this puzzle. Like Wordle, Connections, and the Mini Crossword, Strands can be a bit difficult to solve some days. There’s no shame in needing a little help from time to time. If you’re stuck and need to know the answers to today’s Strands puzzle, check out the solved puzzle below. How to play Strands You start every Strands puzzle with the goal of finding the “theme words” hidden in the grid of letters.…

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If you’re looking for great refrigerator deals, Memorial Day is the perfect time. Memorial Day sales bring with them plenty of discounts on refrigerators from a wide range of brands. Whether you’re looking for a cheap refrigerator to tide you over or something a little more premium, there’s a refrigerator deal for you this Memorial Day. Here’s what we recommend. Our favorite Memorial Day refrigerator deal Buying from one of the best refrigerator brands makes good sense, especially if you’re investing in something long-term. You simply can’t go wrong with anything from Samsung’s smart refrigerator range. Prices start from $1,299…

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A remarkable transformation is taking place in the world of camel racing in the UAE. Traditionally a male-dominated sport, camel racing is now seeing an influx of women who, until recently, had never even seen a camel. These women are not only participating but becoming expert riders, defying expectations, and breaking barriers. Jana Schmiedel, a 40-year old German adventurer, is one such example. She had never considered camel racing until she befriended a local Emirati family in Al Ain. She said: “My interest in camels came from my interest in local culture and the friendship I formed with the family.”…

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Rafael Nadal will end his 19-year career at the French Open with a significantly reduced chance of winning more than his 14 victories before leaving a legacy of records and a reputation that is unlikely ever to be matched. A week on Monday, the 22-time Grand Champion who won his first title at Rolanbd Garros as a teenager in 2005, will celebrate his 38th birthday. A former world number one, who is now at 276 in the world, Nadal has only played 15 matches since January last year as a hip injury and then a muscle tear were added to…

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This year’s Memorial Day deals present a fantastic opportunity for a home theater upgrade with the discounts that you can get when buying an OLED TV. The display technology comes with various benefits, including the ability to create perfect black levels, maintain brightness and contrast across wide viewing angles, and ultra-thin and ultra-flexible construction. They don’t come cheap though, which is why shoppers should always be on the lookout for OLED TV deals, and that holds true for the holiday. We’ve picked out our favorite among all of the Memorial Day OLED TV deals that are already available, but feel…

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Visit visa holders who overstay their permitted duration and break the rules cause travel agencies to incur fines and face operational challenges, travel executives have said. According to the agencies, cases of visitors overstaying and absconding have compelled authorities to implement stricter entry regulations at Dubai Airports. When a case of an absconder is filed against a visitor, it results in financial and operational challenges for them. No more grace period One of the primary reasons for visitors overstaying is a misunderstanding on the visa grace period. “Many visitors believe they have a 10-day grace period to stay beyond their…

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If you’re looking for awesome phone deals, we’ve got some great early Memorial Day foldable phone deals rounded up here. With so many retailers launching early sales, it can be hard to know where to begin. To help you out, we’ve narrowed things down so you can easily find all the best folding phones for less than you’d ordinarily pay. Foldable phones are becoming increasingly more affordable, so the list below has a wide range of options, from cheaper models to more premium flagship models. Whatever you choose, you gain a distinctive looking phone with some great features. It’s always…

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Creating a travel experience that meets client expectations is more important than the ‘price’ for UAE-based travellers, according to a recent survey. Travel advisors also emphasised that luxury travellers in the country and the wider region are increasingly seeking ‘exclusivity.’ Matthew D. Upchurch, chairman and CEO of Virtuoso, said that the outcomes of a latest study undertaken by his company, in collaboration with YouGov, highlighted that 55 per cent of travellers across markets, including the UAE, said a ‘customised travel experience’ was more dear to them than the price. This is particularly high for travellers based in UAE with 61…

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