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Logicom Announces Strengthened Partnership with Oracle through the Oracle Cloud Distribution Program in the EMEA Region The Cloud Distribution Program will enhance, diversify, and strengthen Logicom’s and Oracle’s collective cloud footprint and offerings within their mutual partnership regions April 01, 2024: Logicom, a leading distributor of ICT products, solutions, and services, and a member of Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN), announced that it is one of the first Cloud Distributors to join Oracle’s Cloud Distribution Program. Logicom, with the support of Oracle, will focus on growing cloud consumption in the EMEA region through its partner ecosystem. The Cloud Distribution Program (CDP) is…
As spring turns to summer and summer turns to fall, you might find yourself trying to figure out whether college football is on Sling TV. Fair question. The answer is yes, college football is on Sling TV. How much college football is on Sling TV, though? That depends on a few things, and it’s going to require further explanation. Because Sling TV is not the most simple of streaming services. First, we have to talk about how Sling TV works. It’s based on two main tracks of channels—Sling Orange and Sling Blue. You can subscribe to one or the other,…
The Israeli military withdrew from Gaza’s largest hospital early Monday after a two-week raid, leaving behind several bodies and a vast swath of destruction, according to Palestinian residents. The military has described the raid on Shifa Hospital as one of the most successful operations of the nearly six-month war. It says it killed scores of Hamas and other militants, including senior operatives, and that it seized weapons and valuable intelligence. It confirmed forces had withdrawn Monday. The UN health agency said several patients died and dozens were put at risk during the raid, which brought even further destruction to a…
The UAE Central Bank has projected a 5.2 per cent GDP growth forecast for 2025 but revised down projection for 2024. According to the fourth-quarter 2023 report, the economy is projected to grow faster next year on the back of higher growth in the hydrocarbon sector. The UAE’s economy will be driven mainly by the oil sector with 6.2 per cent growth followed by the non-oil sector at 4.7 per cent in 2025. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “For 2024, the Central Bank projects real output growth to rebound to 4.2 per…
Mercato Hosts Special Iftar Event for Students of Determination from Rashid Centre As Ramadan, the month of giving and mercy, unfolds, Mercato seized the opportunity to spread joy by hosting a special iftar event for students of determination from the Rashid Centre for People of Determination. The event, held at Mercato, welcomed over 20 students and their families who gathered to enjoy a delightful iftar experience courtesy of Shake Shack restaurant. The evening was further enhanced with entertainment featuring mascot characters and gifts generously provided by Toys R Us store. Each child received a personalized gift bag, aiming to bring…
Trackers are common these days, and Apple AirTags are undoubtedly one of the most popular. These small, round devices help find lost or misplaced items like wallets, keys, or bags. However, many people wonder if these battery-powered devices need to be charged. So, do they? We’ll explore that (and more) below. Do you need to charge AirTags? The battery in an AirTag is not rechargeable. Therefore, once the battery becomes exhausted, it needs to be replaced. Unlike other Apple gadgets, there’s no Lightning or USB-C port you can use to plug an AirTag in to juice its battery back up.…
It was an evening of serenity as celebrities, including renowned rappers, professional boxers and influential people who embraced Islam gathered under one roof to break their fast. The event titled Emirati Iftar Experience, showcased Emirati culture and iftar practices, and was hosted by Dar Al Bar Society and the Islamic Information Centre. The evening kicked off with speeches by renowned religious Emirati and expat influencers, where they shared different practices that are followed in their cultures. This communal iftar served as a platform for them to share their journeys towards embracing Islam and reflecting on the significance of the holy…
Abu Dhabi’s non-oil gross domestic product (GDP) recorded a growth of 9.1 per cent last year, showcasing the positive results of its economic diversification strategy, the Statistics Centre-Abu Dhabi (SCAD) said. According to SCAD’s preliminary statistical estimates of the GDP, a strong performance of the non-oil economy has contributed 3.1 per cent of Abu Dhabi’s total GDP in 2023 compared to 2022. In 2023, the emirate’s GDP achieved its best performance in terms of value in 10 years at Dh1.14 trillion, despite challenges and global market fluctuations. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp The…
Love crossword puzzles but don’t have all day to sit and solve a full-sized puzzle in your daily newspaper? That’s what The Mini is for! A bite-sized version of the New York Times’ well-known crossword puzzle, The Mini is a quick and easy way to test your crossword skills daily in a lot less time (the average puzzle takes most players just over a minute to solve). While The Mini is smaller and simpler than a normal crossword, it isn’t always easy. Tripping up on one clue can be the difference between a personal best completion time and an embarrassing…
Popular raffle draw Big Ticket will “temporarily pause operations” from today, April 1, “in accordance with the UAE regulatory gaming requirements,” the Abu Dhabi-based raffle draw announced on Monday. The scheduled live draw for series 262, however, will still take place on Wednesday, April 3, during which it will give away “all its prizes”, including a “guaranteed grand prize” of Dh10 million. There will also be Dream Car draws for Maserati Ghibli and Range Rover Evoque (which was supposed to be held on May 3). Big Ticket draw is conducted every 3rd of the month at Abu Dhabi International Airport.…