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The long-awaited Rivian R2 has finally been announced, and it’s an excellent option for those who want an electric SUV that doesn’t completely break the bank. Sure, the R2 isn’t cheap — but it’s a whole lot cheaper than most other EVs out there, especially when it comes to SUVs. But Rivian isn’t the only company trying to tackle the problem of the budget electric SUV. The Kia EV9 is finally available, and it too offers a modern design and a range of helpful features. Given the fact that the Rivian R2 and Kia EV9 are two electric SUVs in…
A video seen by The Associated Press shows commandos raiding a ship near the Strait of Hormuz by helicopter on Saturday, an attack that a Middle East defence official attributed to Iran amid wider tensions between Tehran and the West. The video showed the attack earlier reported by the British military’s UK Maritime Trade Operations. It described the vessel as being “seized by regional authorities” in the Gulf of Oman. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The defence official, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss intelligence matters, shared the video with…
Although it’s not a direct analog for today’s tense political climate, Civil War is undoubtedly going to touch a nerve as people across the country watch it. Ex Machina director Alex Garland’s latest directorial effort seems focused on dissecting exactly how people become so convinced that other people are their enemies. The movie’s political subject, as well as its pervading mood of tension, make it the kind of watch that gets under your skin and leaves you thinking about it for weeks afterward. If you’re trying to chase that feeling, we’ve assembled three other movies that do similar things, even if they…
The Joint Operations Command of the UAE’s Ministry of Defence announced the implementation of the 33rd airdrop of humanitarian and relief aid as part of the ‘Birds of Goodness’ operation. Two C17 aircraft belonging to the UAE Air Force and two C295 aircraft belonging to the Egyptian Air Force participated in the airdrop operation. The airdrop was carried out over inaccessible isolated areas in the northern Gaza Strip via four aircraft carrying 82 tonnes of food and relief aid, bringing the total amount of aid airdrops to 2,107 tonnes since the beginning of the operation. Stay up to date with…
An earthquake of magnitude 5.5 struck Tibet in western China on Saturday, the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) said. The quake was at a depth of 10 km (6.2 miles), said GFZ, which initially recorded the magnitude at 5.7. China, which seized control of Tibet in 1950, calls the region Xizang. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.
UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organisation, and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), have announced UFC’s much anticipated next championship event in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, October 26 at the Etihad Arena. For UFC® 308, fan favourite Abu Dhabi Showdown Week is set to return to the UAE capital for a seven-day series of city-wide events with dedicated fan events, concerts, hotel promotions, F&B offerings, star studded events and much more, cementing Abu Dhabi as the entertainment hotspot of the Middle East. The promotion’s return to Abu Dhabi will mark the 19th…
Streaming prices continue to increase, but luckily for viewers, there’s a growing number of free streaming services out there. From Amazon Freevee to Tubi, Pluto TV, and even no-cost options on Peacock, there’s tons of free content to be enjoyed. In recent years, the free content has also gotten a lot better now that major companies are investing in free streaming services. This is especially great news for sci-fi fans since lots of fantastic new and classic sci-fi films have made their way to these free streamers. Whether you want a big box office hit, an award-winning indie film, or…
Residents across the Dubai were in for a delight after rains took over in many parts of the city, following a period of warmer days. For many, it is the perfect end to a nine-day long weekend marking Eid holiday, after a month of fasting. Under Dubai’s iconic Burj Khalifa, a majestic scene unfolded as medium rains fell on the Downtown area while the dancing fountains grooved to their tune. Storm Centre shared a video of the breathtaking moment on its social platforms. Motorists coming back from day time plans on the weekend were shocked to see the rains. In…
British-American screenwriter Jonathan Nolan’s web series ‘Fallout’ is based on one of the popular video game franchises of the same name. The series explores a dystopian future grappling with the aftermath of nuclear warfare. Jonathan’s vision has left the fans immersed and mesmerised by life in a post-apocalyptic world that deals with hardship, survival, and struggle. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Notably, Jonathan’s recent project runs parallel with his brother Christopher Nolan’s Oscar-winning Oppenheimer, which was released last year. The Cillian Murphy-starrer film that walked away with seven Oscars is the story…
Fierce rivals Mumbai and Chennai meet in a key IPL clash at the historic Wankhede Stadium on Sunday with the former looking to maintain their supremacy over the Super Kings. The two sides, who have each won five IPL titles, have faced each other in 36 matches with the Indians having emerged winners on 20 occasions. Indian legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni is likely to make the final appearance of his illustrious career at the stadium, which turns into a cauldron of raucous home fans every time their team plays a match at the Churchgate venue close to the city’s iconic…