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The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) of the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) in Abu Dhabi intensified its efforts during the Holy Month of Ramadan to facilitate traffic flow and ensure the comfort of worshippers at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The ITC is dedicated to enhancing surveillance and inspection services and organising traffic movement. The ITC has announced that during Ramadan, it will provide a team of 33 inspectors and supervisors between the north and south gates of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The ITC’s endeavours intensified during the last ten days of the holy month. The team expanded to include…
All eight judges of the Islamabad High Court received threatening letters laced with a white powder, prompting the police register a case on terror charges, Dawn reported. The First Information Report (FIR) was lodged at the capital’s Counter Terrorism Department police station, filed under Section 507 (criminal intimidation by an anonymous communication) of the Pakistan Penal Code and Section 7 (punishment for acts of terrorism) of the Anti-Terrorism Act. Duty clerk Qadeer Ahmed, in his complaint, detailed the events that unfolded at the Islamabad High Court (IHC). According to him, eight letters, each addressed to a judge including Chief Justice…
Gold prices rally continued on Wednesday, hitting a new record high after gaining nearly 9 per cent last month. But is it still the right time for UAE residents and visitors to buy gold and jewellery or prices have peaked? Analysts predict that gold has been overbought and could see a correction in the short term, but the long-term outlook is still rosy and UAE shoppers should wait for the favourable entry points before buying gold and jewellery. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Of late, the gold prices have been mainly dictated…
HUAWEI nova 12i: More Than Meets the Eye – 108MP Camera, 40W Fast Charging, and Beyond The HUAWEI nova series, beloved by young smartphone users for its big battery, big storage, and big display, is back with the HUAWEI nova 12i. This latest model retains the lightweight build and delivers powerful upgrades. Most of all, HUAWEI nova 12i stands out for its upgraded camera capabilities, adding an exceptional 108MP High-Res Camera. The theme of the HUAWEI nova 12 series inherits its preceding generations’ messaging: to inspire confidence and self-expression in young users. Not only does the HUAWEI nova 12i incorporate…
Amazon Fire HD 8 The best budget tablet for watching movies Jump to details iPad Pro (12.9-inch) The best premium tablet for watching movies Jump to details Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra The best large tablet for watching movies Jump to details Show 3 more items Tablets are incredibly versatile devices, allowing you to surf the web, check your emails, or play games without the need for a larger (and clunkier) laptop. But one of the most popular ways to use a tablet is as a screen for your favorite movies and TV shows. Since they’re slim enough to pack into…
A Philippine court has ordered the arrest of a church founder and longtime friend of former President Rodrigo Duterte, on charges of human trafficking and sexual abuse of a woman, court documents showed. The evangelist preacher, who also figures on the most wanted list of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in the United States, is followed by millions of people in the Philippines, where church leaders are highly influential in elections. A family court in the southern city of Davao has ordered the arrest of Apollo Quiboloy after he was indicted last month by the justice department on charges…
Connections is the latest puzzle game from the New York Times. The game tasks you with categorizing a pool of 16 words into four secret (for now) groups by figuring out how the words relate to each other. The puzzle resets every night at midnight and each new puzzle has a varying degree of difficulty. Just like Wordle, you can keep track of your winning streak and compare your scores with friends. Some days are trickier than others. If you’re having a little trouble solving today’s Connections puzzle, check out our tips and hints below. And if you still can’t get…
Hotels and short-term rentals across the UAE are seeing a huge surge in demand as Eid holidays were announced on Monday. According to the announcement, residents will enjoy either a six-day break or a nine-day break depending on when the moon is sighted for Eid Al Fitr. “Our resort was already experiencing high occupancy from midweek onwards,” said Ramsey Saarany, General Manager Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort. “However, once the public holiday was officially announced, we observed a surge in bookings for earlier dates. As a result, the entire week now appears to be strong in terms…
Gold prices rally continued on Wednesday, rising to a new record in the UAE and globally. In the UAE, the 24K variant of the precious metal rose to Dh276.5 per gram on Wednesday morning as compared to Dh274.5 per gram at the close of the markets on Tuesday, a gain of Dh2 per gram. Similarly, 22K, 21K and 18K touched a new record high on Wednesday, trading at Dh256.0, Dh247.75 and Dh212.5 per gram, respectively. Globally, spot gold was up 0.07 per cent at $2,281.8 per ounce at 9.15am UAE time. It jumped more than one per cent earlier in…
Boston Dynamics’ dog-like Spot robot is an incredibly agile machine that for the last four years has been available for various industries to try out as a robotic work colleague. Spot has already been deployed by Ford to scan the changing layout of one of its facilities, and has also been used to carry out various tasks on an oil and gas production vessel in Norway. The latest deployment, however, is less about improving workplace efficiency and more about scaring the bejesus out of local wildlife. Officials at Fairbanks International Airport in Alaska are hoping that the sight of the…