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If you’re a more price-conscious audiophile who’s a fan of the best speakers that look as beautiful as they sound, then mark July on your calendar because that’s when Italian speaker maker Sonus Faber will launch its latest loudspeaker collection, Sonetto G2, that can be had starting at just $1,249. Akin to what KEF did earlier this year with the launch of its more budget-considerate LSX II LT speakers, Sonus Faber wants audio enthusiasts around the world to “be able to enjoy the same artisanal excellence and high-level audiophilia that was once reserved only for Sonus Faber’s flagship audio systems,”…

Global Village, which concluded its 28th season on Wednesday, May 8, hosted a record 10 million visitors this season. “As the curtains draw on another spectacular season, we are thrilled to celebrate the remarkable milestone of 10 million guests gracing Global Village with their presence,” said Fernando Eiroa, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Holding Entertainment. “This underscores Global Village’s positioning as a global cultural destination and reaffirms our commitment to driving economic growth and fostering cultural exchange. It is also a testament to the enduring allure of our multicultural haven and the unwavering dedication of our team.” The season opened…

Dubai-based entrepreneur Madhur Bomb knows all too well the impact a name can have. Originally from Rajasthan, India, the 53-year-old finds himself repeatedly flagged down at airports, all because of his surname. Bomb recounted a vivid memory from one of his early visits to the US: “The immigration officer took my passport and disappeared into the back office. Moments later, he returned and asked me to follow him. In the back office, a senior immigration officer sat across from me and inquired, ‘Mr Madhur, is that your real name, Bomb?’ I confirmed, and he smiled. He then said, ‘My officer…

An Indian student has been reported missing in Chicago since May 2. The Consulate General of India in Chicago said it was in touch with the police and Indian diaspora to locate/reestablish contact with Rupesh Chandra Chintakindi. In a post on X, the Consulate General of India in Chicago stated, “The Consulate is deeply concerned learning that Indian student Rupesh Chandra Chintakindi is incommunicado since 2nd May. Consulate is in touch with the police and the Indian diaspora hoping to locate/reestablish contact with Rupesh.” Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The Chicago police,…

Air India Express has terminated at least 25 cabin crew members, a day after hundreds of employees called in sick, leading to a massive disruption in flight operations. Sources within the airline said the management on Wednesday sacked cabin crew members who took sick leave between Tuesday and Wednesday due to their “unprofessional behaviour”. The mass sick leave was considered a pre-meditated and concerted abstention from work without any justifiable reason, violating Air India Express Limited employee service rules, sources said. Some senior crew members allegedly switched off their mobile phones just before flight operations, citing health issues. The decision…

Accepting submissions for the 11th edition from May 7th to August 1st Prestigious Sharjah Government Communication Awardunveils 22 categories for a global competition Sharjah Government Communication Award standardises participation criteria, underlining innovation & excellence as a top requirements in communication strategies – be it in government or private sectors or amongst individual initiatives Sharjah, May 7, 2024Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) announces the launch of the 11th annual edition of the renowned Sharjah Government Communication Award. With 22…

Connections is the latest puzzle game from the New York Times. The game tasks you with categorizing a pool of 16 words into four secret (for now) groups by figuring out how the words relate to each other. The puzzle resets every night at midnight and each new puzzle has a varying degree of difficulty. Just like Wordle, you can keep track of your winning streak and compare your scores with friends. Some days are trickier than others. If you’re having a little trouble solving today’s Connections puzzle, check out our tips and hints below. And if you still can’t get…

UAE-based companies are unlikely to offer remote work options to all its employees, even though some are experimenting with flexible work arrangements, experts have said. Though companies have the infrastructure to get the job done as employees work from home, many prefer they report to office over perceived productivity issues. Several offices went online almost overnight, with employees asked to work remotely amid unstable weather conditions in mid-April and early May. “The recent experience with remote work during the UAE’s heavy rains demonstrates its viability as a business continuity strategy. However, an entirely office-free future isn’t necessarily the answer for…

The UAE has allocated $15 million to support Kenya in handling the repercussions of the deadly floods and heavy rains that swept across the African country. Weeks of rains and floods have caused a trail of destruction across Kenya and cost almost 260 lives, prompting the government to order the evacuation of everyone living in risk-prone areas. Almost 55,000 households have been displaced, according to the latest government figures, as the deluge swamped homes, roads and bridges in nearly every corner of the country. The UAE, under the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed, has always been ready to respond to…

Gold prices inched higher in UAE at the opening of the markets on Thursday. According to Dubai Jewellery Group data, the 24K variant of the yellow metal was trading at Dh280.25 per gram on Thursday as compared to Dh279.75 per gram at the close of the markets on Wednesday. Among the other variants, 22K opened at Dh259.5, 21K at Dh251.25 and 18K at Dh215.25 per gram. Spot gold was trading 0.4 per cent higher at $2,318.35 per ounce. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The precious metal came under pressure on Wednesday after…