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Authorities in Abu Dhabi confirmed on Tuesday, May 14 that the emirate is free of the mayonnaise product by Bon Tum and has ensured that it does not enter outlets in the city. The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) also said that control has also been tightened at the ports to ensure that the product does not enter except after ensuring its safety and compliance with specifications. The authority reassured consumers that it is taking all necessary means and measures to prevent any unsafe and unhealthy products from reaching the emirate’s markets. Stay up to date with…

UK MPs arrested on suspicion of serious sexual or violent offences could be barred from attending parliament after lawmakers changed the rules in a narrow vote late on Monday. Parliament decided by just one vote that any MP arrested over such accusations should face a risk assessment, which could lead to them being excluded from entering the House of Commons. The move toughens up a proposal by the Conservative government, which had said MPs should only be barred if they were actually charged with an offence after being arrested. Notable MPs voting in favour of the amendment included former Tory…

Banks in the UAE are willing to work with customers and provide a “lifeline” to those who were impacted by the unprecedented rains last month, said Abdulaziz Al-Ghurair, chairman of UAE Banks Federation in a media briefing on Tuesday. “For individuals, banks are willing to work together with customers if they have a genuine reason, be it mortgage, auto finance or personal loans. It could also be some companies whose businesses have been damaged and unfortunately, they don’t have insurance,” he said during a media briefing. He added that the banks are part of the economy, and they will assist…

James Blunt The acclaimed singer-songwriter James Blunt is coming back to Dubai for a memorable concert on Friday, May 24th, 2024, at Coca-Cola Arena as part of his tour for his new album, ‘Who We Used To Be’. The tour highlights how Blunt’s music has evolved and will feature his classic hits such as ‘You’re Beautiful’, ‘Goodbye My Lover’, ‘1973’, and the single ‘Beside You’ from his latest album. Get set for an enchanting show where you can dance and sing along to James Blunt’s compelling performance. Tickets start at Dh350. Hans Zimmer Hans Zimmer returns to Dubai for a…

One of the first and most fundamental choices in any student’s transition from high school to higher education is that of location. For most UAE residents seeking the kind of elite education that makes an impact throughout the rest of their careers, that choice boils down to two main regions — North America and Europe. Yet, this is not the simple binary that many perceive it to be — students from the Gulf can surely benefit from the two options. However, one must take into account a comprehensive admissions approach that considers the complex merits of both systems European universities…

Liverpool’s squad has shown great character this season, manager Juergen Klopp said after the Merseysiders drew 3-3 at Aston Villa as he bid farewell to fans in his last game on the road. Liverpool looked set for all three points in Klopp’s penultimate game, leading 3-1 before substitute Jhon Duran’s goals in the 85th and 88th minutes made the teams share the spoils on Monday. Klopp was not only serenaded by the travelling Liverpool fans who paid homage to his nine-year tenure with the club but also received applause from the home crowd as he headed down the tunnel at…

Construction Technology ConFEX (CTF) to Spearhead a More Efficient and Sustainable Construction Industry Through Technology 14 May 2024, Dubai – Ventures Connect proudly announces the much-anticipated Construction Technology ConFex (CTF) UAE 2024, set to take place from 3rd to 4th June 2024 at the esteemed Ritz Carlton JBR Hotel Dubai. Co-located with the Property Technology ConFex, this event stands as a beacon of innovation and collaboration, providing a crucial platform for industry leaders, innovators, and practitioners to gather, exchange knowledge, and explore cutting-edge advancements reshaping the construction landscape. CTF UAE 2024 will spotlight the imperative steps required for the industry…

The Pokémon series has been around for nearly 30 years, so it’s no surprise that its fan base has quite a large age range. While the franchise does have complicated mechanics in place — a vast knowledge of Pokémon states is needed to play competitively and shiny Pokémon hunting has been broken down into a science instead of a surprise — but, as a whole, the series’ story and overall difficultly has always been family-friendly and aimed toward a younger audience. This can leave older, more experienced Pokémon trainers wanting more when they cruise through a new Pokémon title. Pokémon…

Banks in the UAE will roll out Jaywan debit cards in stages, a top official has said. However, the 10 million-plus debit cards that exist in the market will be replaced gradually over the next two-and-a-half years. “Banks have to launch Jaywan card. We have more than 10 million cards in circulation so replacing these cards will take time…,” said Abdulaziz Al Ghurair, chairman of UAE Banks Federation (UBF) in a media briefing on Tuesday. He added that they agreed to complete it in stages over two and half years. This is so that banks can stop issuing other branded…

Pakistan will privatise all state-owned enterprises, with the exception of strategic entities, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif said on Tuesday, broadening its initial plans to sell only loss-making state firms to shore up its shaky finances. The announcement came after Sharif headed a review meeting of the privatisation process of loss-making state enterprises (SOEs), according to a statement from his office, which discussed a roadmap for privatisation from 2024 to 2029. “All of the state-owned enterprises will be privatised whether they are in profit or in losses,” Sharif said, adding that offloading the SOEs will save taxpayers’ money. The statement didn’t…