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Liam Findlay, CEO of Miral Destinations, a subsidiary of Miral and the operational partner for Yas Island and Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi, affirmed that Yas and Saadiyat Islands are enhancing Abu Dhabi’s leading position on the world’s best tourist destinations list. Findlay stated to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai that Miral Destinations’ goal seven years ago was for Yas Island to be among the top ten tourist destinations globally, noting that “after adding several global cities and entertainment facilities, such as Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, and…

A single security camera may not be enough to protect your home, so you should be looking for bundles when you’re browsing through security camera deals. Here’s one that you should consider — the Arlo Pro 5S 2K security camera bundle, which is down to $450 from Best Buy following a $250 discount on its original price of $700. There’s a chance that it’s back to its regular price as soon as tomorrow, so if you want to enjoy the savings, it’s highly recommended that you push through with your purchase right now. Why you should buy the Arlo Pro…

The Ajman Transport Authority has launched the pilot phase of its ‘cabby’ application for taxi drivers. This initiative aims to enhance the performance of drivers working for franchise companies in the emirate, providing features that streamline their work and save time and effort. Rasha Khalaf Al Shamsi, Executive Director of the Authority’s Support Services Corporation, highlighted that the “Cabby application” serves as the primary platform for taxi drivers in Ajman. It offers advanced features such as tracking trip revenues, receivables, performance metrics, and access to essential driver information. She emphasised that the application is compatible with all smartphone operating systems…

A cameraman, Mukesh, working for Mathrubhumi News, a Malayalam news channel, was killed in an elephant attack on May 8, according to Indian media reports. He was reportedly shooting visuals of wild elephants crossing a river in Palakkad. The attack occurred in the Panamarakkad area near Kanjikode. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. As the elephants rushed towards the crew, Mukesh and other members ran away. However, Mukesh fell and was attacked. Police officials told Indian media that the cameraman was quickly taken to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment, but could not…

The Olympic flame reached Marseille, just outside the Old Port, amid tight security on Wednesday, 79 days before the Paris 2024 Games Opening Ceremony. More than 150,000 people are expected to attend the ceremony after a six-hour parade of the three-masted Belem, which left Greece on April 27 with the flame after it was lit in Ancient Olympia 11 days earlier. The ship was awaited by 1,024 boats. Around 6,000 law enforcement officers are securing the area before Florent Manaudou, France’s 2012 Olympic men’s 50 metres freestyle swimming champion, brings the flame to land shortly after 1730 GMT in the…

Showcasing the emirate’s commitment to responsible investment and sustainable growth Sharjah highlights its competitive environment and status as a preferred destination for FDI during 13th AIM Congress Sharjah delegation, led by Invest in Sharjah including SAEED, SEDD, SCCI, and Shams, highlighted the emirate’s vision to 12,000 participants from 175 countries. Sharjah, May 8, 2024 During their participation in the 13th edition of AIM Congress in Abu Dhabi, a delegation representing the emirate participated in the Sharjah pavilion to showcase the emirate’s commitment to fostering responsible investment, sustainable economic growth, as well as strategies to attract FDI to local markets. Held…

You should be prepared to spend some serious cash if you want a powerful gaming desktop, but it’s highly recommended that you check out gaming PC deals so that you can get some savings with your purchase. Here’s a top-tier machine that warrants consideration — the Alienware Aurora R16, which is available with a $500 discount from Dell that lowers its price to $3,200 from $3,700. There’s no telling how much time is remaining for this bargain though, so you better complete your purchase immediately if you’re interested. Why you should buy the Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC The Alienware…

After weeks of inconvenience, major crowding and long commutes following the closure of four Dubai Metro stations in mid-April due to unprecedented rainfall, commuters will now have some relief as services will return to normal from May 28. Since last month, many residents have resorted to expensive alternatives like taxis, while others endure significantly longer travel times. The record-breaking rains and subsequent flooding across the UAE resulted in the closure of Onpassive, Equiti, Mashreq, and Energy. For Marwa B, a Sudanese expat and Deira resident, the disruption caused by the closure of some metro stations has elongated her journey. What…

A FedEx Airlines Boeing 767 cargo plane landed at Istanbul Airport on Wednesday without deploying its front landing gear but managed to stay on the runway and avoided casualties, Turkey’s transport ministry said. The aircraft, flying from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, informed the control tower at Istanbul Airport that its landing gear had failed to open, and landed with guidance from the tower, the ministry said in its statement. Airport rescue and fire fighting teams were scrambled before landing, but no one was injured. The ministry gave no reason for the failure. The aircraft involved is a nearly 10-year-old…

The current state of AI adoption and innovation in the UAE and the region is highly promising and rapidly evolving. The UAE has been proactive in embracing AI technologies across various sectors, with initiatives like UAE’s strategy for artificial intelligence driving innovation and adoption, a senior official said. “From our perspective, this evolving landscape presents several strategic opportunities for businesses, as AI adoption allows businesses to automate repetitive tasks, optimize processes, and allocate resources more efficiently, leading to increased productivity and cost savings. It will also help businesses to gain deeper insights from vast amounts of data, facilitating data-driven decision-making…