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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s opposition to a future sovereign Palestinian state is “disappointing”, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s office said on Monday, reiterating British support for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Netanyahu and US President Joe Biden have disagreed over the future creation of an independent Palestinian state, with Netanyahu saying at the weekend he would not compromise on “full Israeli security control of all territory west of the Jordan River”. Asked about Netanyahu’s comments, Sunak’s spokesman told reporters: “It’s disappointing to hear this from the Israeli prime minister.” Stay up to date with the latest news.…

The outlook for the GCC region in 2024 is more optimistic in comparison to the rest of the world, supported by the reversal of oil production cuts, still strong international oil prices and growth in the non-oil economy, analysts at a global professional services network said. The moderation of inflation and the central banks’ decision to ease monetary policy from the second half of the year will continue to add to this growth, while the tourism sector is also expected to see continued expansion, particularly in Saudi Arabia, analysts at PwC said in a report. In contrast to a bleak…

Four-time Grand Slam-winner Naomi Osaka will compete for glory at next month’s Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open, with the Japanese star the latest high-profile player to be confirmed for the second edition of the WTA 500 tournament. Hosted in partnership with Mubadala and presented by Abu Dhabi Sports Council, the competition returns to the International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City on February 3-11, with a host of big-name players, including Elena Rybakina, Ons Jabeur and Maria Sakkari, all ranked in the world’s top 10, set to battle it out for the title. They will now be joined by former World Number…

GMU Global Alumni Summit 2024 Unveils ’25 GMU Icons’ Coffee Table Book and Awards Alumni for Excellence in Research, Leadership & Community Service – 400 graduates from all around the world attended the event United Arab Emirates, January 22, 2024 – The Gulf Medical University (GMU) Global Alumni Summit 2024 concluded on a high-note, bringing together over 400 alumni from around the world for an evening of celebration, collaboration, and inspiration. The highlight of the event was the launch of the Coffee Table Book, ‘25 Icons: Gulf Medical University Alumni Shaping Global Healthcare,’ a tribute to alumni who have made…

Purchasing a new washing machine can require some research, and if you’re hoping to land one of the best washing machines you’re going to need to know the best washing machine brands. Names like Maytag, Samsung, and GE are pretty easy to recognize, but there are a lot of washing machine brands out there that make a good case to be the best. We’ve made our selections for the best washing machine brands in 2024, and you can read onward to sync up with our selections before you shop. Many of these brands offer some of the best washer and…

The UAE Food Bank’s programmes and initiatives in 2023 benefited over 18.6 million people worldwide, according to its annual results. Established under the umbrella of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives with the goal of distributing surplus food to those in need and reducing food waste, the UAE Food Bank received support from 800 donors last year. These include local and international charities and food establishments. The bank organised 105 awareness programmes, engaging 9,843 participants and involving 1,800 volunteers. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. It received approximately Dh14.7 million in…

Canada will temporarily cap new international student permits by one-third this year compared to 2023, the country’s immigration minister announced on Monday. The measure is aimed in part at easing soaring demand for housing and social services, with the number of international students set to triple from a decade ago. Under the cap approximately 364,000 international students are expected to receive study permits this year, or a 35 per cent net decrease from 2023. The 2025 limit will be assessed at the end of the year. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The…

Japan Kyoto Trade Exhibition, jointly hosted by the governments of Kyoto Japan and Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism in Dubai (DET), opened its doors to visitors at the Dubai World Trade Centre on Monday. The exhibition, which is expected to attract more than 20,000 visitors over the three days, was opened by Mohammed Ali Rashid Lootah, director-general of Dubai Chambers, and Akimasa Yamashita, vice-governor of Kyoto’s government. Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing; Sheikh Manaa bin Hashir Al Maktoum; Mai Sakaue, CEO of Maico Enterprise Inc. which organizes the exhibition; and a large number…

England arrived in India on Monday without Shoaib Bashir after a visa problem kept the uncapped spinner in Abu Dhabi. The squad, who had been holding a training camp in the UAE ahead of Thursday’s start of the first Test in Hyderabad, were already a man down after batsman Harry Brook returned home for personal reasons. And they were reduced to 14 men when Somerset off-spinner Bashir, whose parents are of Pakistani heritage, was unable to join his teammates on the flight to India. Pakistani media endured visa delays in the run-up to the recent World Cup in India but…

MoHAP hosts UAE Organ Donation and Transplantation Congress on January 27, bringing together subject matter experts. Dubai 22nd January,2024: The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has announced that the 2024 Annual UAE Organ Donation and Transplantation Congress will take place in Dubai from January 27 to 30. The event will be hosted as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to promote the significance of organ donation, highlighting it as a humanitarian act of profound nobility, in line with sustainability values. Capitalising on the UAE’s advanced medical facilities, skilled healthcare professionals, cutting-edge technology, and robust international collaborations, the congress aims…