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Ford is recalling nearly 43,000 small SUVs because gasoline can leak from the fuel injectors onto hot engine surfaces, increasing the risk of fires. But the recall remedy does not include repairing the fuel leaks. The recall covers certain Bronco Sport SUVs from the 2022 and 2023 model years, as well as Escape SUVs from 2022. All have 1.5-litre engines. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Ford says in documents filed with US safety regulators that fuel injectors can crack, and gasoline or vapour can accumulate near ignition sources, possibly touching off fires.…
Canadian-Irish comedian Katherine Ryan reflects on her comedic journey, citing her family’s humorous upbringing as inspirational. Initially pursuing stand-up as a hobby, Katherine, who is set to kick off Dubai Comedy Festival with a show on Friday, April 12, got into it professionally during maternity leave. Despite the transition, Ryan considers herself fortunate, having encountered few significant challenges along the way, attributing much of her success to gratitude. We speak to the comedian to find out more about her journey and what attendees can expect from her show. Share with us your journey into the world of comedy. What inspired…
Rajasthan Royals skipper skipper Sanju Samson has been fined for slow over-rate in the match against Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 on Wednesday. Rajasthan Royals lost the match on the last ball. A fine half-century by Shubman Gill and brilliant finishing by Rahul Tewatia and Rashid Khan helped GT secure a thrilling three-wicket win over RR in their IPL 2024 clash at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Wednesday. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “Sanju Samson, the Rajasthan Royals captain, has been fined after his team maintained a…
The Galaxy A55 is Samsung’s newest midrange, affordable smartphone, built as an alternative for those who don’t want to splash out on the Galaxy S24. But that does not mean it doesn’t feel special. Samsung has updated the design in a few subtle ways that make the Galaxy A55 look and feel desirable from the moment you pick it up. I’m getting ready to give the Galaxy A55 a full review, but in the meantime, here are my very early impressions of Samsung’s latest affordable phone. As I hinted at, it’s definitely looking good, but unfortunately, a few concerns are…
Consuming alcoholic beverages is no longer prohibited in most parts of the country, but it is still imperative to be mindful of the UAE’s predominantly Islamic culture. Are you heading out to party on the weekend? If you plan to consume alcoholic beverages, then there are certain rules and norms that you must follow in Dubai. In 2023, laws in Dubai regarding buying alcoholic beverages eased. Authorities also removed a 30 per cent tax that was earlier imposed on beverages in the emirate, making beverages more accessible to tourists and residents. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow…
Independent browser companies in the European Union are seeing a spike in users in the first month after EU legislation forced Alphabet’s Google, Microsoft and Apple to make it easier for users to switch to rivals, according to data provided to Reuters by six companies. The early results come after the EU’s sweeping Digital Markets Act, which aims to remove unfair competition, took effect on March 7, forcing big tech companies to offer mobile users the ability to select from a list of available web browsers from a “choice screen.” Browsers are software that help users connect to the internet…
Lady Gaga was spotted wearing a big diamond ring on her left ring finger, fuelling speculation that she is engaged to boyfriend Michael Polansky, reported People. While visiting a friend in West Hollywood, the ‘Bad Romance’ singer sported a long black jacket and an oversized woven tote bag, with her blonde hair tied up into a neat bun. She accessorised with black shoes, black sunglasses, and, most prominently, a big diamond ring poking out from her coat sleeve. The latest jewellery addition has fans questioning whether Gaga and Polansky, a Harvard-graduated tech entrepreneur, investor and philanthropist, have gotten engaged. The…
The global Android phone market is expansive beyond comprehension, and brands continually jockey to establish supremacy. Today, it’s Realme’s turn to lead one such race as it has unveiled the brightest smartphone display that has ever been launched to the general public. Realme, a spinoff of the Chinese phone brand Oppo (whichalso birthed OnePlus), announced the Neo 6 SE earlier today in China. The phone boasts an impressive juxtaposition of internal hardware, but one that instantly stands tall is the new display. The Realme Neo 6 SE features a 6.78-inch OLED display with a spectacular 6,000 nits of brightness —…
More than 550,000 children have passed through the special immigration counters dedicated for them at Dubai International Airport (DXB) since they were first opened during Eid last year, the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) announced on Wednesday. The special passport control lanes and counters at DXB Terminals 1, 2 and 3, were set-up to make the arrival process “more enjoyable and interactive” for children aged between 4 and 12. According to GDRFA, a total of 553,475 children have used the special ‘kiddie’ lanes, where they were allowed to put stamps on their own passports and interact with…
In Northern China, Liu Wei turns stories of heartbreak into a source of electricity. Wedding photos are big business in China, with elaborate captures of newlyweds. With millions of divorces taking place in China, marital photos often end up as waste. Liu’s company turns these destroyed memories into fuel. “From our daily business exchanges, we found the destruction of personal belongings is a blank space nationwide,” the 42-year-old told AFP at his factory, 120 kilometres (75 miles) from Beijing. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Despite cultural taboos around destroying images of living…