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As the sun sets each day during Ramadan, the Afana family in Sharjah gathers around their table to end their fast and indulge in an iftar meal. However, amidst the family gatherings, their minds often drift to the plight of their relatives in Palestine. In a heartfelt interview with Khaleej Times, Sara Afana shared the emotions the family is experiencing during this holy month and how the Israeli attacks in Gaza have altered their lives. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Sara’s parents have been in the UAE since 1982, and she herself…
All geared up for the influx of travellers this Eid Al Fitr, Dubai’s flagship carrier Emirates on Thursday announced that it is expanding its schedules across the region with 19 additional flights. More than 150,000 people are expected to fly with Emirates during Eid Al Fitr across the region — and to meet the demand, more trips are planned for Jeddah, Kuwait, Beirut and Amman. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Emirates will add an extra seven flights to Jeddah from April 7 to 13. This will give passengers an opportunity to explore…
The new-look Par 3 golf course at Montgomerie Golf Club, Dubai, will reopen for play on Friday. The re-designed Par 3 was undertaken by European Golf Design (EGD), and led by Gary Johnston who has also designed and worked on Dubai Hills Golf Club. Construction was undertaken by local Dubai golf specialists Desert Group with lighting fixtures by Musco Lighting. Jordan Fairweather, Cluster Director of Agronomy, said of the project: “The new Par 3 course and enhanced practice facilities will provide the golfer, greater practice options on a new and fresh layout which has had sustainability in mind from the…
DUBAI SOUTH AWARDS AED 1.5 BILLION CONTRACT TO AL KHARAFI CONSTRUCTION FOR SOUTH BAY NEW PHASES The contractor will develop phases 3,4 and 5 Phase 4 launched due to huge demand from buyers South Bay comprises over 800 spacious villas and townhouses, and over 200 luxurious waterfront mansions developed across six phases. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 4 April 2024: Following increased demand from investors and buyers to own a unit at South Bay, Dubai South Properties’ unique development, and the sell-out of the limited inventory that was released before, the developer has expedited the launch of the project’s phases, launching…
Earlier today, Motorola introduced a new premium phone in the Edge series, and from the looks of it, this could be one of the most value-centric phones of 2024. The Motorola Edge 50 Pro, which flaunts a fresh design language, marked its arrival in the Indian market with a price tag of roughly $385. For a limited spell, it will be sold at approximately $335, which is nothing short of stunning. At that asking price, you won’t find a phone in the U.S. market that can match the hardware prowess and the fine looks of Motorola’s latest phone. We are…
With an average monthly compensation of $10,000 (Dh36,700), freelancer registrations on a talent-on-demand platform have seen a massive increase of 122 per cent in 2023 compared to the previous year. An executive from Outsized said the average day rates for professionals in the UAE are influenced by factors such as years of experience, project duration, and the specific skills required. “According to data from our platform, for talent with 7-10 years of experience, when engaged in a 12-month project, the … average day rate is approximately $400-500 (up to Dh1,800),” Azeem Zainulbhai, co-founder and chief product officer at Outsized, told…
Make your Vishukkani last forever–Tanishq Launches Exclusive Vishu Collection Curated Collection Designed to Embody and Celebrate the Vibrance of Malayali culture Dubai, United Arab Emirates Tanishq, India’s largest retail jewellery brand, is proud to announce it’s first-ever Vishu-inspired collection, aimed at celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the vibrant Malayali community. Set to launch on April 5th, 2024, to coincide with the auspicious occasion of Vishu Festival, this curated collection will be available at all Tanishq stores in the UAE and Qatar. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this first-of-its-kind initiative represents Tanishq’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity, catering to…
There’s been a long-held belief that if you own a Mac, you don’t need to use any type of antivirus software to keep your machine free of malware and other destructive code. But it turns out this may actually be more of an old wive’s tale than even the most devoted MacOS users would like to admit. Indeed, Apple has built many safeguards into its operating system, but that doesn’t always mean you’re completely safe. We get it: Who would want to sign up for a free or paid version of another computer-adjacent thing? That being said, it never hurts…
A visit to Deira’s once-vibrant shopping centre Souk Al Marfa paints a bleak picture. The retail destination, which was bustling with activity last Ramadan, has a deserted look with barely any visitors. Most shops have been shut down and the few that are open have very little business. There have been talks that the mall, which stretches for 1.9km along the waterfront of Dubai Islands, could soon be shut down or be relocated. In a brochure of the redeveloped Dubai Islands sent out by Nakheel to property agents, Souk Al Marfa does not feature. In its place, there is a…
Dubai’s toll gate operator Salik Company on Thursday asked customers to remain vigilant against clone websites, fraudulent emails, and social media scams that falsely carry its name and label. It urged them to rely exclusively on official websites and trusted sources for information. “We are constantly striving to raise awareness among the general public to remain alert about fake websites as well as various phishing emails and scams that are masquerading our identity and being circulated across social media and other platforms. We would like to advise customers not to reveal their personal and financial details to these accounts as…