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Dear children/graduating high-schoolers, firstly, congratulations on reaching this significant milestone in your academic journey. Finishing high school is a commendable achievement, and now you stand on the threshold of an exciting new chapter: college or university life. As you eagerly await those admission letters to arrive, I understand that this period of anticipation can be both thrilling and nerve-wracking. All these days you were twiddling your fingers hoping that the exam results will be rosy. Now that you know where you stand, it is time to cross your fingers and wait for the acceptance letter to land. I’m here to…

Cristiano Ronaldo topped Forbes’ list of highest-paid athletes for the fourth time in his career while Spanish golfer Jon Rahm moved up to second following his sensational switch to Saudi-backed LIV Golf. Ronaldo became the world’s highest-paid athlete after his move to Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr and Forbes said the 39-year-old’s estimated total earnings were in the region of $260 million, an all-time high for a soccer player. His on-field earnings amounted to $200 million while his off-field earnings were $60 million thanks to sponsorship deals where brands make use of his 629 million Instagram followers. Twice major winner Rahm…

If you need to upgrade your cybersecurity, Bitdefender and Malwarebytes both offer some of the best antivirus plans for your Windows computers. As hackers develop increasingly sneaky tricks to hide malware, choosing between these two antivirus companies is important. Although both services have their pros and cons, ultimately, Bitdefender offers more options to fine-tune your subscription than Malwarebytes and has a better track record of malware protection in third-party testing. Tiers and pricing Bitdefender offers more plans and lower first-year prices than Malwarebytes. Even though antivirus plans start at very affordable low prices, it’s important to consider the ongoing cost…

DXOMARK’s #1 smartphone camera ranking – HUAWEI Pura 70 Ultra is available for pre-order in the UAE Huawei smartphones have carved a unique niche through its relentless focus on cutting-edge mobile photography. And its P Series smartphones have carried the standard for its relentless pursuit of innovation. This journey of P Series smartphones began in 2012. It was a lineup dedicated to pushing the boundaries of mobile imaging and design. Now, after over a decade, this iconic camera-centric smartphone series is transforming, reborn as the ‘Pura Series’. This name change signifies an evolution. Pura, meaning “Purity,” sets the series’ new…

The UN aid chief warned on Thursday that famine was an immediate risk in Gaza with food stocks running out, describing fresh challenges since the start of Israel’s Rafah operation that made planning and distributing relief almost impossible. As Israel has pounded southern Gaza, some 600,000 people or about half of the uprooted population sheltering there have fled to other areas of the besieged enclave, sometimes returning to bombed-out houses or empty fields. Martin Griffiths said the global body was struggling to help them, with imports of aid all but halted through southern Gaza and fresh fighting adding to distribution…

Oil futures edged up on Thursday on a stabilizing US job market and slower-than-expected inflation data, which increased expectations that the Federal Reserve would begin to cut interest rates in the fall. Brent crude futures were up 32 cents at $83.07 a barrel by 1:00 p.m. EDT (1700 GMT). US West Texas Intermediate crude (WTI) gained 44 cents to $79.07. The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits fell last week by 10,000 to a seasonally adjusted 222,000, the US Labor Department said, pointing to both an underlying strength and a steadying of the labor market. “Even though…

The fast pace of life today, has made the need for mental resilience an imperative. As research on mental health intensifies globally, evidence-based yogic modalities are emerging as powerful non-pharmaceutical interventions to improve well-being. Yogic modalities take an integrated approach to holistic well-being. As part of preventive and promotive healthcare, they present practical solutions to navigate common mental health challenges; build resilience; and improve quality of life. Yoga-based meditative practices are rooted in a deep connection between the mind and body. They help uncover the correlation between thoughts, behavioural patterns and emotions, influencing our lifestyle and day-to-day actions. Today there…

More than 800 gymnasts from 25 countries across the world are expected to line up as the UAE plays host to the biggest-ever international competition – the Gymnastika Solo Cup – at Al Nasr Club in Dubai from May 17-19. Leading the line-up of the stars during the competition will be the Belarusian stars Alina Harnasko and Anastasiia Salos along with 2018 European and 2019 junior world champion, Lala Kramarenko. Harnasko is a bronze all-round medallist at the 2020 Olympics, the all-round silver medallist and ribbon gold medallist at the 2021 World Championships and the all-round silver medallist at the…

One way to add some security to your smart home is with a smart lock. It’s also a great way to add some savings to your smart home, as smart locks are often some of the best smart home deals you can find. You can often find discounts on even the best smart locks, and many of them will make a great addition alongside anything you can find among the best security camera deals and the best Ring doorbell deals. Below you’ll find all of the best smart lock deals worth shopping right now, as well as some information on…

Dubai-based Emirati brothers Hussain and Jaber Darwish, and their cousin Ismail Ahli have vowed to create a lasting legacy through their venture, Foxrito Studios. The genesis of Foxrito Studios can be traced back to a casual conversation between Ismail and Hussain, where they contemplated the idea of creating a horror game inspired by their childhood experiences. What started as a spontaneous remark soon evolved into a shared vision fuelled by passion, creativity, and a desire to disrupt the gaming industry. With Jaber’s invaluable support and legal expertise, the trio seized upon the opportunity to upgrade into a video game development…