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Question: I work in a mainland IT company in Dubai. I am switching the job because of a better package and joining the current employer’s competitor. My existing employer came to know that I would be joining his competitor. Now he is playing delaying tactics by not accepting the resignation letter. I fear he will delay my due also. If I file a case against him, can he put a ban and I won’t be able to switch the job and have to leave the country? Answer: As you are employed with an employer in mainland Dubai, the provisions of…
An Air India Express flight bound for Kochi was forced to make an emergency landing shortly after takeoff from Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport due to an engine flame. The flight, carrying 150 passengers and crew members, took off at 10:30 am but soon encountered a serious issue with its right engine. According to eyewitness accounts and reports from ground services, “flames were observed emanating from the aircraft’s right engine shortly after takeoff. The pilots immediately decided to return to Bengaluru as a precautionary measure.” Upon landing, the airport’s ground services confirmed the presence of flames, prompting an immediate evacuation. “Air…
After four years of clacking, I was ready for a change. I first made the jump from a membrane keyboard to a mechanical one in 2020 with an $80 Aukey keyboard. It was a hulking mess loaded with 104 keys, an enormous volume knob, and gaudy blue buttons specifically there for on-board RGB customization. Its flaws didn’t concern me, though; I was too busy obsessing over the sweet sound of clicking. It didn’t take much to turn me into a convert, as I could feel myself typing with better precision thanks to the tactile and audio feedback. A lot has…
Question: I bought a pre-owned vehicle from a well-known auto dealer two months ago, and the car is still under a 6-month warranty. But it requires maintenance now, and the dealer is asking me to pay for spare parts. Isn’t the dealer responsible for repairing the vehicle because it is still under warranty? Please advise me on my rights in this case. Answer: Pursuant to your queries, as the pre-owned car you purchased from an auto dealer includes the warranty, the provisions of UAE Consumer Protection Law and its Cabinet Decision on Executions Regulations on UAE Consumer Protection Law are applicable.…
In a city that’s famous for its luxury shopping malls, the Dubai Flea Market is a breath of fresh air. Established in 2007, it invites individuals to clear out their homes and sell any used or unwanted clothes, homeware, toys, books, and electrical items. Hosted several times a month at various locations, including Zabeel Park, Discovery Gardens, Al Barsha, and Silicon Oasis North Park, it has become a true Dubai establishment. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. As the company’s flagship event for over 16 years, the regular Zabeel Park market still attracts…
What is one of the hottest, most interesting mobile devices around at the moment? It’s Ray-Ban Meta, smart glasses that not only look great but work really well too. They’re suitably incognito yet still highly functional, giving you a reason to wear them all the time if the mood takes you. Plus, they have AI — the big feature beloved by tech firms at the moment — built right in. So, where was Google’s competitor at Google I/O? A tease and nothing more Eagle-eyed viewers of the keynote presentation who were not put to sleep by the endless productivity AI…
The Dallas Mavericks look to close out the series at home when they take on the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6 tonight. While the Thunder are certainly talented, they also have a roster largely comprised of players who have never faced an elimination game before, setting this one up as an unpredictable–and extremely compelling–showdown. It’s almost tip off: 8:00 p.m. ET. The game will be televised on ESPN, but if you don’t have cable and you’re looking for ways to stream the NBA playoffs, we’ve put together a handful of different options for watching a live stream of the…
Every Pokémon trainer knows that when you reach Celadon City, there’s one essential stop — the casino! By playing slots and blackjack, players can earn enough coin to trade for rare Pokémon and powerful Technical machines (TMs) next door. If you enter the casino immediately, you’ll be sent away because you lack a Coin Case. No one in the casino will give you one and getting one isn’t a part of any main quest, so you’ll have to go hunting for it throughout the city. If you’re thorough, you won’t miss it. But we’re here to save you a bit…
Investors from more than 170 countries have chosen the UAE to invest, grow, and expand over the past decade, making it an ideal place for people across the globe to invest. However, if people living here wish to invest abroad, then Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor, founding chairman of Al Habtoor Group, has some advice. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. In a video shared on X, the Dubai billionaire says that Central Europe is one of the best places to invest as of now. He starts by talking about the UAE and how…
The Amazon Fire TV operating system is one of the most popular AV entertainment platforms in the world. You can find Fire TV built into a number of devices, including Fire TV, the Fire TV Stick lineup, and the Fire TV Cube. Aside from using Alexa voice commands, the main way you’ll interact with the Fire TV OS is with your Fire TV remote — whether it’s one of the older-generation remotes or the newer Alexa Voice Remotes. So what do you do if your Fire TV remote stops working? Your first inclination might be to buy a new remote…