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Have you had a strong gut feel or a sick-to-the-stomach experience, or had butterflies in your stomach? These expressions are used for a reason. The gut-brain connection is vast, complex and two-way, and it directly links emotions like anxiety to stomach problems and vice versa. Understanding the mysteries of gut health helps us discover that by nurturing our gut, we can find profound improvements in our mental, emotional, and overall well-being. The gut-brain connection: There is an intricate, often overlooked, communication system between the gut and brain, which links them physically and biochemically. The key players in this connection include…

Paris St Germain are not used to playing the return leg at home in this season’s Champions League and coach Luis Enrique hopes their fans will make the difference when they try to overturn a 1-0 semifinal deficit against Borussia Dortmund next week. Dortmund’s Niclas Fuellkrug fired in a first-half goal to seal victory over visitors PSG, who had more possession throughout Wednesday’s game but could not take their chances. While PSG beat Barcelona in the quarters and Real Sociedad in the last 16, playing the second leg away both times, Luis Enrique knows their home fans could be crucial…

“حديقة الإمارات للحيوانات والمنتجع” تؤكد الالتزام تجاه السياحة المستدامة في سوق السفر العربي 2024 دبي، 2 مايو 2024: أعلنت حديقة الإمارات للحيوانات والمنتجع، الوجهة الرائدة لعشاق الحياة البرية في العاصمة أبوظبي، عن مشاركتها في معرض سوق السفر العربي 2024. وتأتي هذه المشاركة تماشياً مع مبادرة دائرة الثقافة والسياحة – أبوظبي لتعزيز مكانة العاصمة وجهة سياحية رائدة عالمياً. معرض سوق السفر العربي هو حدث عالمي بارز في قطاع السفر، يستقطب نخبة من روّاد الصناعة وواضعي السياسات من مختلف أنحاء العالم لاستكشاف كيف يمكن لريادة الأعمال والابتكار إحداث ثورة في مشهد السياحة العالمي. ويشارك في “سوق السفر العربي”، خلال دورته الـ 31 التي ستقام في مركز دبي…

Intel’s Core i9-13900K is one of the best processors you can buy. The 24-core behemoth can rip through productivity workloads with ease, and it’s easily one of the fastest gaming CPUs money can buy. Even with so much power under the hood, it’s not the right choice for everyone. Supreme power comes at a supreme cost, and for the Core i9-13900K, that comes in the form of heat and power draw. In addition, a recent wave of instability has hit Intel’s high-end CPUs like the Core i9-13900K, making alternatives a bit more attractive. Although you should keep the Core i9-13900K…

For the second time in two months, the UAE is witnessing unstable weather conditions, with authorities implementing flexible work and learning options to ensure the safety of all. Last month, schools switched to online learning on April 16 due to the historic storm that hit the UAE. The move was extended for a few days, due to the after-effects of the unstable weather. In emirates like Sharjah, where residents faced prolonged effects of the heavy rains, students observed distance and hybrid learning until Monday, April 29, when most of them returned back to school. As the country prepares for inclement…

For future human bases or colonies on Mars to be self-sustaining, a reliable source of home-grown food will be a must. It simply would be too costly and risky to rely upon rocket deliveries to meet the food needs of colonists. With this in mind, scientists are exploring ways to optimize space farming. In a controlled greenhouse at Wageningen University & Research in the Netherlands, researchers have now identified a way that shows promise for improving crop yields in simulated Martian soil, with different crops grown together in a method called “intercropping” pioneered by ancient Maya farmers. In their experiments,…

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the UAE’s largest bank, reported a net profit of Dh4.2 billion for the first quarter of 2024, up 6 per cent year-on-year. The bank’s revenue grew 18 per cent year-on-year to Dh8 billion, propelled by core operational growth, balance sheet expansion, higher net interest margin (NIM), and robust non-funded income (NFI). The contribution of non-interest income to group revenue grew to 39 per cent. FAB solidified its position as the largest bank in the country and the second largest bank in the Gulf region with total assets at Dh1.24 trillion, loans at Dh508 billion and…

One of the most popular and versatile Indian singers, Shubha Mudgal has experimented and excelled in various forms of Hindustani classical music. Outside of music, she has also lent her voice to socio-cultural issues ranging from royalties and legal problems faced by musicians to women’s rights. On May 11, Mudgal will mark her presence at Romancing Tagore, a concert to be held at the Emirates International School Auditorium in Jumeirah that will focus on the Indian Nobel laureate’s musical works, which incorporate dollops of Indian classical music. In a conversation with Khaleej Times, Mudgal speaks at length about why Tagore’s…

The historic first edition of the Gulf Youth Games Emirates concluded on Tuesday after two weeks of thrilling competitions. A total of 792 medals were awarded across 24 sports disciplines, marking the achievements of the promising young athletes. With rising Emirati stars showcasing their talent on the home soil, the UAE emerged as the dominant force in this inaugural event, clinching the lion’s share of medals with an impressive tally of 296. The UAE’s medal haul comprised 96 gold, 103 silver, and 97 bronze medals, securing their position at the top of the standings. Saudi Arabia finished a distant second…

Gymboree Play & Music Dubai Emphasises the Need for Program for Children with Determination Dubai, April 2024 – Gymboree Play and Music Dubai, the pioneer in early learning and play centers emphasised the need for programs in education that also assist children with determination. Gymboree’s classes cater to the holistic development of kids with determination, providing a nurturing environment where children can thrive. Through a variety of activities, they learn crucial skills such as social-emotional, communication, and physical skills. The group setting offers inclusivity, support, and care, allowing every child to have fun and feel valued. “Gymboree Play and Learn…