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The body of the Kenyan man who jumped to his death in an attempt to escape the major fire at a building in Sharjah’s Al Nahda will be repatriated soon – maybe by the end of this week. Omanua Godfrey Shikanda, 36, had jumped from the 30th floor of the building when it caught fire, said Shikanda’s brother Dickson Okusimba as shared the heart-wrenching account leading to his brother’s untimely demise. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “Fate had different plans for my brother,” said Okusimba, his voice heavy with sorrow. According to…
Many of the words used in the English language for various kinds of cloth and fabric have fascinating Indian origins. Fabric production dates back to ancient civilisations, where early societies utilised flax fibres, which were separated into strands and woven into basic textiles, which were then dyed using plant extracts. However, the term “fabric”, defined as “textile, woven, or felted cloth”, only came into existence in the 18th century. As early as the 12th century, “Madras” referred to a type of handmade fabric worn by peasants in India’s Madraspatnam, now Chennai. Local weavers used soft fibres from the native trees’…
The performances of Willy Kambwala and Kobbie Mainoo in Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Liverpool show that Manchester United have a bright future, manager Erik ten Hag said. Luis Diaz put Liverpool ahead in the first half at Old Trafford before Bruno Fernandes equalised and 18-year-old Mainoo made it 2-1 for United in the second period. Mohamed Salah’s late penalty rescued a draw for the visitors. Defender Kambwala, 19, made his second league start of the season on Sunday with Raphael Varane and Jonny Evans out due to injury. “I don’t think, at this short notice, they will return,” Ten Hag…
Golden Heart Initiative Heals 50 Children Globally in Honor of Entrepreneur M.A. Yusuffali’s 50 Years in the UAE Children with congenital heart diseases, from conflict zones and underprivileged families, received free life-saving surgeries under the initiative by Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil ABU DHABI: It’s a new dawn for 50 children around the globe! Their lives will shine brightly, thanks to the Golden Heart Initiative, a global philanthropic mission launched by Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, a healthcare visionary and the Founder and Chairman of Burjeel Holdings. Started on January 1, 2024, the Initiative, which offered free life-saving heart surgeries to children with complex…
Google’s new Find My Device tracking service will soon launch with an important third-party provider. Chipolo has announced two new trackers for the service: the Chipolo One Point item tracker and the Chipolo Card Point wallet finder. By offering these trackers, Chipolo will be among the first companies in the market to provide trackers that work with Google’s new tracking network. Google announced its new Find My Device network last year. In short, it’s Google’s answer to Apple’s Find My network. Find My Device can use other nearby Android devices to track your lost phone, item tracker, etc. — just like…
Ras Al Khaimah Police has nabbed a fireworks dealer who was illegally selling from a small house within the emirate. The authority said that 1,038 boxes of fireworks were found in his possession, weighing 18.5 tonnes. The packages were stored in a farm behind the house. Ras Al Khaimah Police received a report from the Criminal Investigation Department, which indicated that an individual was promoting and selling fireworks in a small house. After the information was confirmed, the authority formed a team to take the necessary legal action and monitor the the activity of the suspect. The team then reached…
Saudi Arabia has declared Wednesday, April 10, as the first day of Eid Al Fitr, after the crescent Moon was not spotted on Monday evening. The Kingdom announced that the holy month of Ramadan would, therefore, last 30 days this year. Earlier, Saudi’s Supreme Court had asked faithful across the country to sight the crescent moon on the 29th of Ramadan which corresponds with Monday, April 8, 2024 on the Gregorian calendar. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Public and private sector employees in Saudi Arabia will get a four-day holiday for Eid…
The online trading landscape in the Mena region is experiencing a surge of activity, driven by a new generation of empowered individuals seeking access to financial markets. To understand the evolving needs of these traders, leading multi-asset broker Taurex sheds light on the essential tools and resources needed to thrive in today’s dynamic environment. Amer Zino, Head of Mena at Taurex, highlights a paradigm shift in the region. He stated: “Mena’s trading landscape isn’t just about technological advancements, it’s about a fundamental change in how people interact with the financial world. It’s about empowerment and accessibility”. Beyond the basics: The…
World number one Nelly Korda sealed her fourth consecutive tournament victory on Sunday, producing a dominant performance to defeat Ireland’s Leona Maguire 4&3 at the LPGA Match Play in Las Vegas. The in-form American star was always in control in perfect conditions at Shadow Creek golf course, building an early lead to go four up through seven holes. Although Maguire pulled a hole back at the ninth, Korda kept the pressure up with a par at the 10th while Maguire made a bogey five. Another birdie at the 12th left Korda cruising at five up with six to play. There…
Enjoy free entry and family-friendly activities this Eid at Emirates Park Zoo and Resort on the first three days of Eid al-Fitr Abu Dhabi – April 03, 2024: Get ready for an amazing time at Emirates Park Zoo! As they are offering a special treat: free entry from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM on the first three days of Eid al-Fitr. It’s the perfect chance for you and your family to have an unforgettable adventure together! On this joyous occasion, Emirates Park Zoo and Resort has curated a diverse range of activities to ensure an unforgettable experience for guests of…