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Having a backup source of power can be very important, especially if you live in an area that constantly gets hit with electricity cuts. That’s where a good portable power station can come in really handy, and for those who absolutely rely on electricity for their CPAP machines or to keep medicines cool, they can be a literal lifesaver. Of course, they do get quite expensive as well, so if you’re interested in picking one up, there are several great early Memorial Day sales you can take advantage of. Alternatively, you can also check out some of these great portable…

A supermarket in Abu Dhabi was shut down, after an administrative closure decision was issued by the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority. Located in Musaffah, Abu Dhabi, “High Quality Foodstuff Trading – One Person Company LLC”, was closed due to live poultry being sold in a storeroom inside the supermarket with preserved food items. This affects food safety and the health of consumers, the authority explained in a post on X. The facility holding commercial license No. (CN-4660027), was penalised for violating Law No. (2) of 2008 regarding food in Abu Dhabi and the legislation issued pursuant to…

A Russian man who had his hair dyed in some of the colours of the Ukrainian flag has been fined 50,000 roubles ($553) by a court for “discrediting” the Russian army, independent news outlet Mediazona reported on Monday. Photographs of Stanislav Netesov posted online show the 25-year-old’s close-cropped hair coloured bright blue, green and yellow. Blue and yellow are the colours of the Ukrainian flag. More than 20,000 people have been detained for their anti-war stance since the start of Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, with over 900 people charged with criminal offences. Stay up to date…

ADGM, the international financial centre of the UAE’s capital, on Monday announced that it recorded an increase of 211 per cent in assets under management compared to the first quarter of the year 2023. Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADGM said, “Abu Dhabi once again affirms its position as the leading financial powerhouse of the MEASA region. This year holds the promise of even greater growth for ADGM and its ecosystem, marking a significant stride towards achieving Abu Dhabi’s economic goals and ambitions.” ADGM’s asset management sector began 2024 with vigour, witnessing an unprecedented influx of global asset managers…

In honor of Minecraft’s 15th anniversary, Mojang is celebrating with a massive anniversary event and giving away some fun new cosmetic items across social media. Starting May 18, one special TikTok cape is available for everyone to get absolutely free, though you can’t get it in-game. This cape has the familiar Minecraft creeper face done in the black, red, and blue colors of the TikTok logo. Getting it will only take a second, but you need to know where to go and a special, very secret keyword in order to get the code you need to unlock it. How to…

At the 115th open auction of premium vehicle number plates in Dubai, plate number AA16 fetched a whopping sum of Dh7.32 million, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced. According to a statement from the RTA, a total of Dh65.588 million was raised through the auction of 90 number plates, marking a 28 per cent increase, compared to the previous auction’s Dh51.216 million. During the auction held at the Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City, plate AA69 was sold for Dh6 million, while plate AA999 garnered Dh4.05 million. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…

Donald Trump’s former fixer Michael Cohen testified on Monday that he stole money from Trump’s company, an admission that could chip away at his credibility as a star witness at the former US president’s hush money trial. Questioned by Trump’s lawyer Todd Blanche, Cohen acknowledged stealing from the Trump Organization by including a reimbursement to a technology company in his bonus package and pocketing most of the money. “So you stole from the Trump Organization, right?” Blanche asked. “Yes sir,” Cohen, 57, testified. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Cohen said he paid…

The UAE has retained its rank as the global leader in Fibre to the Home (FTTH) connectivity, marking the eighth consecutive year of supremacy with a penetration rate of 99.3 per cent. Other countries with the greatest fibre optic network connectivity include Singapore with 97.1 per cent penetration, and Hong Kong with 95.3 per cent penetration. In fourth place comes China with 92.9 per cent penetration, followed by South Korea at 91.5 per cent. The latest FTTH Council annual report analyses data from 20 countries that have exceeded 50 per cent FTTH availability. It then compares global statistics on fibre…

Tadej Pogacar produced a towering performance on Sunday as he won stage 15 of the Giro d’Italia and extended his lead in the overall standings by almost three minutes. Surrounded by boisterous roadside fans at altitude on the road to the Mottolino ski resort, the UAE Team Emirates leader took his fourth stage victory to go around 6min 41sec clear with six stages remaining. “I wouldn’t say it was the greatest win of my career, but that was a very nice one,” said the Slovenian wrapped in a coat and woolly hat after the race. “It was hard all day…

Washing dishes can be a big job, especially if you have a large family and often use up a ton of plates and cooking utensils at dinner. Luckily, a good dishwasher can save you a ton of hassle when it comes to cleanup, letting you relax after a good meal rather than having to worry about dishwashing. Also, dishwashers are much more environmentally friendly than washing by hand since they’re more efficient with water, meaning less water is used and wasted. Contents Blitzhome Portable Countertop Dishwasher — $235, was $400Costway Portable Countertop Dishwasher — $240, was $439Samsung 24-Inch Top Control…