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French hi-fi company Focal is known for it superb lines of speakers and headphones. It is not, however, known for its accessible prices. And while its latest wired headphones may still be out of reach for many, the Focal Hadenys and Azurys are the company’s most affordable open- and closed-back models so far, with prices that start at $549. They’ll be available from Focal and select retailer starting in June. The two headphones share the same M-shaped 40mm aluminum/magnesium drivers that Focal uses on its Bathys wireless cans, which bodes well for their audio quality. Our Bathys reviewer called their…

An Israeli official said on Monday no ceasefire had been agreed in Gaza, after Hamas said it had accepted a proposal from Egyptian and Qatari mediators. The Israeli official said the proposal that Hamas had accepted was a “softened” version of an Egyptian proposal, which included “far-reaching” conclusions that Israel could not accept. “This would appear to be a ruse intended to make Israel look like the side refusing a deal,” said the Israeli official, who spoke on condition of anonymity. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Earlier, Hamas said in a brief…

Messi, star of Oscar-winning movie “Anatomy of a Fall”, which won the top prize at Cannes last year, will return to the festival next week as a red-carpet interviewer to the stars. Using a special 360-degree microphone and camera attached to his back, the Border Collie will chat with stars thanks to an actor behind the scenes. “He’s the star… I’m just lending him my voice,” said comedian Raphael Mezrahi. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The resulting short clips will be available on French channels and TikTok. Messi earned global attention for…

UAE’s first-of-its-kind laboratory with comprehensive capabilities for advanced molecular and transplant diagnostics, cancer genomic profiling, and specialised immunology testing has opened at a leading quaternary care private hospital in the Capital. The newly opened OncoHelix-CoLab enables several sophisticated tests to be performed locally. The new facility uses advanced technologies like next-generation sequencing (NGS), droplet digital PCR, and multi-colour flow cytometry to offer several advanced diagnostic tests. The lab eliminates the need for the traditional time-consuming pack-and-ship approach, prevents samples from being sent out of the UAE, streamlines the process, cuts costs, and expedites results. It will improve patient care and…

Sennheiser’s new $200 Accentum True Wireless earbuds look different from the company’s past wireless earbuds, and that’s thanks to its partnership with Sonova, the hearing-aid maker that bought Sennheiser’s consumer audio division in 2021. They’re available for preorder in black or white starting May 6, and will officially launch May 21. The Accentum, according to Sennheiser, have been shaped using the data from thousands of ear models, which Sonova provided. The result is “an innovative contour that complements a wide range of wearers in a singular form.” Inside the new shape is a wide variety of familiar technologies, including active…

The UAE is a 365-day tourist destination as hotels and airlines enjoy the same room and seat occupancy levels in summer that they have in winter months, thanks to a number of new tourist attractions that foreign visitors and residents can visit during the summer. Hotel and airline executives said that foreign visitors are now increasingly combining Dubai and Abu Dhabi when coming to the UAE. “Through the number of activities and initiatives that Dubai tourism has been taking to bring in meetings, events, leisure travel and Indian weddings, the city has become a sought-after destination throughout the year. Dubai…

The United States said on Monday it was reviewing a response from Hamas to a ceasefire proposal as it renewed calls on Israel not to attack the packed Gaza city of Rafah. “I can confirm that Hamas has issued a response. We are reviewing that response now and discussing it with our partners in the region,” State Department spokesman Matthew Miller told reporters. CIA Director Bill Burns “is in the region working on this in real time”, Miller said. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. He declined to characterise the Hamas response, which…

Amazon.com Inc. plans to spend S$12 billion ($8.88 billion) over the next four years to expand its cloud computing infrastructure in Singapore, Amazon Web Services (AWS) said on Tuesday. The new investment adds to the S$11.5 billion the company has poured into the Asia Pacific Region until 2023, bringing its total planned spend to more than S$23 billion by 2028, AWS said in a statement. AWS also announced a collaboration with the Singapore Government, public sector organisations, and enterprises to help accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI in Singapore, the statement said. “AWS is doubling down…

Dalma Mall’s Retail Excellence Continues: Al-Futtaim IKEA Set to Redefine Home Furnishing at Dalma Addition of Al-Futtaim IKEA is a part of Dalma Mall’s strategic expansion plan introducing several new brands, and tenant mix optimization. Abu Dhabi, UAE, 6th May 2024: Dalma Mall, Abu Dhabi’s favorite shopping destination, is delighted to announce the arrival of Al-Futtaim IKEA, the region’s leading Swedish home furnishings retailer. Set to open at the beginning of July, the new store will become a hub for affordable home furnishings and inspiration for the nearby residents as it is designed to cater specifically to the needs and…

The best TVs tend to come down to TVs with QLED or OLED picture technologies behind them, with QLED being the cheaper option. Both technologies have become more and more affordable over the years, which makes now a great time to shop the best QLED TVs for a QLED TV that offers more savings. Right now you can find some discounted prices on top TV brands like TCL, Samsung, and LG, as there are a lot of QLED TV deals currently taking place. You’ll find our picks for the best QLED TV deals below, including options from big brands like…