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Buoyed by falling inflation, the European Central Bank is expected to keep borrowing costs on hold one last time Thursday while laying the ground for a first interest rate cut in June. The Frankfurt-based institution has left its key rates unchanged since October 2023, following an unprecedented streak of hikes to tame red-hot inflation. ECB president Christine Lagarde said after last month’s meeting that governing council members were not “sufficiently confident” yet on inflation to consider loosening the reins. The case for rate reductions has strengthened since then, with eurozone inflation slowing more than expected in March to 2.4 per…

Sunrisers Hyderabad survived a late assault by Punjab Kings batsmen Shashank Singh and Ashutosh Sharma to win by two runs in an IPL thriller on Tuesday. Nitish Kumar Reddy, a 20-year-old batting all-rounder, pulled Hyderabad out of early trouble to guide them to 182-9 after being invited to bat first at Punjab’s new home Mullanpur. Punjab looked down and out at 114-6 but Shashank (46) and Sharma (33) put on an unbeaten stand of 66 off 27 balls to give Hyderabad a scare as Punjab ended on 180-6. Hyderabad’s Pat Cummins looked a relieved captain after left-arm quick Jaydev Unadkat…

The Ring Battery Doorbell Pro is one of the newest and most popular additions to the Ring lineup, but it’s also quite expensive at $230. If you’re looking for an affordable alternative, you may have stumbled upon the Aqara G4. This device offers similar features as the Ring Battery Doorbell Pro yet clocks in at nearly half the price. But is it a good companion for your front door, or should you opt for the expensive Ring video doorbell? From design and pricing to installation and available features, here’s a look at the Aqara G4 and Ring Battery Doorbell Pro…

The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi has introduced a new and user-friendly pre-registration booking process, a change that is set to significantly enhance the experience of the growing number of visitors flocking to the Middle East’s first traditional stone temple. A temple spokesperson said the new booking process aims to ensure a more organised and enjoyable experience for visitors and help manage the heavy footfall of visitors. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The start of the long Eid Al Fitr holidays, coinciding with school break till April 14, and different Hindu…

More than 3,500 people die from hepatitis viruses every day and the global toll is rising, the World Health Organisation warned on Tuesday, calling for swift action to fight the second-largest infectious killer. New data from 187 countries showed that the number of deaths from viral hepatitis rose to 1.3 million in 2022 from 1.1 million in 2019, according to a WHO report released to coincide with the World Hepatitis Summit in Portugal this week. These are “alarming trends”, Meg Doherty, head of the WHO’s global HIV, hepatitis and sexually-transmitted infection programmes, told a press conference. The report said that…

It looks like Samsung is finally heeding the concerns about camera woes from Galaxy S24 Ultra users and will patch things up with a software update. According to a reliable leak, a software update will take stock of the “telephoto image quality, inaccurate white balance ,and abnormal red color” issues that are currently being reported by users on public forums. “Too much optimization on 50 MP and 200 MP sensors even when everything is set to minimum,” says one Galaxy S24 Ultra buyer. “I feel like photos taken are always very washed-out and grainy,” notes another owner. “50mp and 200mp…

Streets, parks, malls, markets and homes across the UAE are adorned with festive decorations to celebrate Eid Al Fitr, which begins on Wednesday, April 10. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. After a whole month of fasting from dawn to sunset, Muslims gather for the festival of breaking the fast that begins with congregational prayers to give praise and thanksgiving to God, followed by warm greetings of Eid Mubarak and festivities that include family visits, gatherings of friends, and sharing of food. Open-air musallahs are once again packed with an assembly of the…

Argentines eyeing a financial boost are lining up by the thousands to have their irises scanned in exchange for a few crypto tokens as part of an online biometrics project under scrutiny in several countries. Some three million people worldwide have so far provided their iris data to Worldcoin, an initiative of OpenAI chief Sam Altman, but few have embraced the project more fervently than Argentines. Half-a-million people in the South American nation have participated since Worldcoin launched last July, and queues for scans have grown longer in recent months of fast-shrinking disposable income. “I did it because I don’t…

GMG on Tuesday announced the expansion of its partnership with VF Corporation, a global leader in branded lifestyle apparel, footwear, and accessories. Building on more than 12 years of partnership, as part of the distributorship & retail development agreement, GMG will expand the presence of VF’s brands in the region via a growing network of new mono-brand partner stores across the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) and Southeast Asia (SEA) markets over the next five years to offer the VF’s brand experience to a broader consumer base. Currently, GMG operates 90 VF’s mono-brand stores in Mena and SEA. Overall,…

At the 2024 CMT Music Awards, Keith Urban stole the spotlight not just with his musical prowess but also with a few candid revelations about his enduring romance with Hollywood icon Nicole Kidman. The Grammy-winning artist, known for his chart-topping hits and charismatic stage presence, graciously shared snippets of wisdom from his 17-year journey alongside Kidman, offering a glimpse into their harmonious relationship to E! News. In an exclusive chat with E! News on the prestigious event’s red carpet, Keith Urban playfully sidestepped offering conventional marriage advice, emphasising the uniqueness of every couple’s bond. “If I answer that, it’ll come…