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Bollywood stars Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh spoke up about the early days of their relationship on a recent episode of ‘Koffee with Karan 8’, eliciting varied emotions from fans and trolls alike. Deepika admitted that she had casually dated other men after meeting Ranveer sparking debate, with social media ablaze with her comment. During the show, Deepika confessed: “There was no ‘commitment’ as such.” Even if we were technically allowed to see other people, we would just keep coming back to each other.” This comment sparked a flurry of reactions online, with some admirers applauding her candour and others…

Joy Alukkas, the entrepreneur behind the global Joyalukkas Group, is set to unveil his much-awaited autobiography. Titled Spreading Joy – How Joyalukkas Became the World’s Favorite Jeweller, the book is set for unveiling on November 5 at 5pm during the Sharjah International Book Fair. Indian actor Kajol Devgan, the global brand ambassador of Joyalukkas, will be the guest of honour at the event. Joy Alukkas’ autobiography offers valuable insights into leadership, brand-building, and the single-minded pursuit of a goal through consistency, grit, and determination. Published by HarperCollins, translations in Malayalam and Arabic are also underway. The book has already been…

It has been 19 years since the late Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s Shadwell racing stable last won the £1.2 million British Champions Stakes, the final middle-distance showdown of the British flat racing season, and now Mostahdaf will hope to reclaim the prize in Saturday’s renewal of the prestigious 2,000-metre contest at Ascot racecourse. Trained by John and Thady Gosden for Sheikha Hissa bint Hamdan Al Maktoum, who has inherited the valuable breeding empire established by her father Sheikh Hamdan, Mostahdaf was ridden to victory by Frankie Dettori in the Juddmonte International at York on his last start. Jim…

Naughty Dog officially announced and released the first trailer for a remaster of 2020’s critically acclaimed The Last of Us Part II. The developer was forced to announce The Last of Us Remastered Part II Remastered a bit early after it leaked Friday afternoon. Thankfully, the wait for the remaster won’t be long, as it’s coming to the PlayStation 5 in two months. The Last of Us Part II Remastered – Announce Trailer | PS5 Games The Last of Us Part II Remastered overhauls the beautiful PS4 game for the PS5 with visual enhancements and new content. That includes a 4K…

Dubai, over the years, has become a magnet for millions of leisure and business visitors. Many travellers land during the wee hours — with lots of time to kill before checking into hotels. As they start exploring the city without wasting time, they end up lugging their bags around. So, Dubai resident Tristan Sommer-Enriquez devised a solution for them – an on-demand baggage-hailing platform powered by artificial intelligence (AI). Talking about ‘Baggage Taxi’, the American-German said: “As a business traveller, whenever I was in big metropolitan cities, I was stuck with my luggage everywhere I went. If I had meetings…

It was an overcast day for residents in many parts of the UAE on Saturday, with some seeing rain. In Fujairah, the downpour was accompanied by hailstones pelting the roads. The UAE’s National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) had predicted a rainy weekend for some areas, with showers lasting until Tuesday. Considering the inclement weather conditions, the Met department raised red, orange, and yellow alerts for certain places on Saturday afternoon, mainly in Fujairah, Al Ain, and Ras Al Khaimah. Part of Khor Fakkan was under red alert — which meant residents should be “extremely vigilant” when going outdoors. Stay up…

The special charm of Oman’s Musandam — with its rugged mountains, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant culture — has long captivated UAE residents. During winter, it’s easily one of the most popular destinations for those raring for a quick escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. This year, travel is made easy with a new bus route from Ras Al Khaimah. Operated by the Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA), the public transport service to the Governorate of Musandam in Oman will start on October 6. Before embarking on this cross-border trip, however, UAE residents and tourists must take…

Crypto Oasis Ventures, the inceptor of the fastest-growing Blockchain ecosystem in the world, the Crypto Oasis, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading financial hub in Dubai. Under the terms of the MOU, Crypto Oasis Ventures will support the DIFC Innovation Hub with subject matter expertise for their ongoing and upcoming start-up accelerator programmes. The announcement coincides with Crypto Oasis Ventures official opening of its second office in the DIFC Innovation Hub for its Venture Studio. The move signifies Crypto Oasis Ventures’ commitment to expanding its presence in Dubai and further strengthens…

Dubai is gearing up for a magical night of melodies and unity as Baja Nights takes centre stage on October 16. This unique event is set to celebrate music as the purest art form while providing a platform for local artists and musicians to shine. Baja Nights isn’t just another music event; it’s a gathering of like-minded souls who share an unbreakable bond through the universal language of music. These passionate individuals, hailing from diverse professional backgrounds, all have one thing in common—a profound love for music and rhythm. This one-of-a-kind celebration is the brainchild of Jyoti Karmali, a prominent…

Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka regaled his audiences at the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) on Wednesday with a story about the time he pretended to be Morgan Freeman. Speaking to a a roomful of children, he recounted how a family mistook him for the famous Hollywood actor and expressed their admiration for him while he was on a plane. “The family had young children and I didn’t want to disappoint them,” he said. “So I kind of played along. And when we were getting off the plane, the family was waiting for me with their notebooks. So then what do…