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Gaza is filled with more debris and rubble than Ukraine, the UN said Wednesday, with the mammoth task of clearing it made all the more costly and dangerous by the sheer amount of asbestos and unexploded ordnance. Six months into the war between Israel and Hamas, the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) estimated the amount of debris in the Gaza Strip at 37 million tonnes in mid-April, or 300 kilogrammes per square metre. “Gaza has more rubble than Ukraine, and to put that in perspective, the Ukrainian front line is 600 miles (nearly 1,000 kilometres) long, and Gaza is…
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has decided to maintain the Base Rate applicable to the Overnight Deposit Facility (ODF) at 5.40%. This decision was taken following the US Federal Reserve’s announcement on Wednesday to keep the Interest Rate on Reserve Balances (IORB) unchanged. The CBUAE has also decided to maintain the interest rate applicable to borrowing short-term liquidity from the CBUAE at 50 basis points above the Base Rate for all standing credit facilities. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The Base Rate, which is anchored to the US Federal Reserve’s…
Kim Kardashian has once again embraced her iconic blonde look, as revealed by her hairstylist Chris Appleton in a recent Instagram post. Appleton captioned the post “Ice kimmy” and shared photos and a video showcasing Kardashian’s transformation from brunette to silvery blonde. According to Page Six, Appleton explained that they aimed to maintain a short root and achieve a cool, creamy blonde colour, which was achieved through a couple of colouring sessions to preserve the hair’s integrity. In the images, Kardashian is seen wearing a black fur coat over a strapless black outfit, complemented by shoulder-sweeping earrings, as she prepares…
Punjab Kings delivered a strong an all-rounded performance to secure a comprehensive seven-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk on Wednesday. After Lucknow Super Giants breached CSK’s fortress at Chepauk it was the turn of the Punjab Kings to hand the former five-time champions a second successive loss in their own den And not for the first time did the CSK bowlers struggle to find their rhythm with the dew factor hindering them throughout the night. To add to another tough day in the office for the home side pacer Deepak Chahar limped off the field after bowling just…
Love crossword puzzles but don’t have all day to sit and solve a full-sized puzzle in your daily newspaper? That’s what The Mini is for! A bite-sized version of the New York Times’ well-known crossword puzzle, The Mini is a quick and easy way to test your crossword skills daily in a lot less time (the average puzzle takes most players just over a minute to solve). While The Mini is smaller and simpler than a normal crossword, it isn’t always easy. Tripping up on one clue can be the difference between a personal best completion time and an embarrassing…
From paragliding to overnight camping, UAE residents could soon enjoy a variety of activities at the Mleiha National Park when it opens up in Sharjah. The construction and development of the park are underway and fencing of the park’s 34km premises will be complete by the third quarter of this year. Divided into at least three separate areas, the park will be a first-of-its-kind protected area in the emirate of Sharjah that promotes the conservation of the emirate’s natural history and preservation of its archaeological past. The details were revealed by Ahmed Obaid Al Qaseer, CEO of the Sharjah Investment…
A 98-year-old Ukrainian woman said she walked 10km under shelling, supporting herself with sticks and sleeping on the ground, leaving Ocheretyne in Donetsk, now occupied by Russia, and trying to reach areas controlled by Kyiv. In a video posted by Ukraine’s police on social media on Monday, the woman, identified as Lidia Stepanivna, said she had walked without food or water, and fell several times but her “character” kept her going. “I survived that war (World War Two), and I am surviving this war,” Stepanivna said in the video, which shows her sitting on a bed in a shelter, dressed…
In today’s complex business environment, achieving operational efficiency is paramount for businesses in the Middle East. The annual Customer Experience Live Intelligence Report 2024 highlights one of the most striking revelations that a staggering 72% are keen to attain operational efficiency with 49% of them leveraging digital experiences for the same. This underscores the pressing need for strategic investments in technology and process optimisation to streamline operations and elevate overall customer experience. The report showcases the need for innovative strategies and technology to deliver exemplary customer experience (CX). Companies are embracing the digital pivot, with more than 76% of organisations…
If you want a peaceful beach getaway or a laidback pool day, these passes are ideal. Relax in the sun, sand, and refreshing water while indulging in tasty food and drinks—all included at no additional fee. Bal Harbour Beach: If you want to spend a day at the beach on The Palm and get your money’s worth, think about going to Bal Harbour Beach at the Marriott Palm Jumeirah. Day passes can be bought on a first-come, first-served basis and let you use the beach area. The pool is not part of the pass, but you can get back the…
The Elder Scrolls 6 was first revealed over five years ago with a 36-second announcement trailer. Unfortunately, there hasn’t been a lot of concrete news on the title since. Now that Bethesda has launched Starfield — the developer’s first brand-new IP in 25 years — with great success despite plenty of criticism on the game’s advertised scale versus its gameplay, it goes without saying that the studio will be shifting to the next installment in the Elder Scrolls series. The new title will be building off the wild success of its predecessor Skyrim (which made the cut for Digital Trends’ top…