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Apple is gearing up to unveil a slew of new products without the fanfare of a traditional event, this time. According to reports from Mashable, the tech giant is set to announce its latest innovations through press releases on its website, with a lineup that includes highly anticipated updates to the MacBook, iPad, and iPhone colour options. The reports also hint at the imminent release of new iPad Pro, iPad Air, and MacBook Air models, alongside a range of accompanying accessories. The absence of a live event suggests a shift towards a more streamlined approach to product launches, with online…
Dear Children, it’s hustle time for those of you in the 10th-11th-12th grade category, and let me be honest, the last place I now want to be is in your shoes. Many of you would have got past the first major hurdle – the boards – with many still in the final throes of it. Those who have crossed it will subsequently be faced with the question: What next? Choosing a career is never an easy endeavour. The quandaries are many: First, you have to determine your favourite subject, and that means pledging loyalty to a stream that will become…
Less than a week after realising a dream first Dubai World Cup victory, Bhupat Seemar crowned a stellar season by capturing a second UAE Trainer’s Championship at the Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club on Thursday evening. The Zabeel Stables supremo secured the title with the help of his trusted stable jockey and 12-time UAE Champion, Tadhg O’Shea, who rode an absolute blinder aboard the Frankel gelding Fall Of Rome to win the Mussafah Bridge handicap by the shortest of margins. The incomparable Irish rider was at his supreme best in a three-horse photo finish, stealing victory by a nose from Royston…
TCL has made a name for itself as one of the best TV brands over the last few years. Its lineup of 4K TVs offer great value, and despite its affordability TCL often places a model or two among the best TVs. TCL is also a brand that’s often discounted, making a TCL TV a great TV to consider if you’d like to add both savings and picture quality to your home theater. We’ve tracked down all of the best TCL TV deals currently taking place. They include a Full HD option and a wide variety of 4K TVs, as…
On the eve of Eid, while the rest of the neighbourhood sleeps, a kitchen in Dubai’s Karama is buzzing with activity. Starting at 3am, City Makani restaurant is bustling with preparations for Eid Al Fitr meals — it’s all hands on deck during the entire week, from cutting the meat to peeling onions. “Usually during Ramadan, we close at around 3am, but on the eve of Eid, we send home our main chefs before midnight so that they can rest,” said Muhammad Shahdas, Managing Partner of the restaurant. “By the time they return at 3am, we have done the basic…
In 2023, the private sector in Abu Dhabi continued its strong growth, reaching Dh338.9 billion, up 35 per cent compared to 2016. Supported by private sector and family-owned businesses, Abu Dhabi’s non-oil sector recorded a growth of 9.1 per cent during 2023 to Dh610 billion to contribute 53.4 per cent of total real GDP. Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED), said: “The importance of our collaborative efforts is reflected in Abu Dhabi’s growth indicators. Remarkably, we managed to achieve this strong performance despite global challenges, reflecting the strength and resilience of our…
As the cherished month of Ramadan draws to a close, the anticipation for Eid fills the hearts of Muslims worldwide. It’s a time for reflection, gratitude, and unity, and serves as a beacon of joy and celebration after the spiritual journey of fasting. With Eid on the horizon, it’s time to infuse your home with the spirit of the season. Elevate your living space with exquisite festive decorations that embody the essence of this sacred occasion. Here are ten inspired ideas to adorn your home with elegance and charm: Get Creative with Your Centrepiece Step aside candles and lavish bouquets.…
In 1984, director David Lynch’s Dune attempted to bring the entirety of Frank Herbert’s original novel to the big screen in a single film. Four decades later, with Dune: Part One and Dune: Part Two, Denis Villeneuve has achieved the box office success that eluded Lynch. Narratively, Villeneuve has reached the same point that Lynch did. The key difference is that Villeneuve will have a chance to continue the story on the big screen in Dune: Part Three, or Dune Messiah as it’s sometimes referenced due to the novel it’s going to be based on. Although the next sequel is still in…
Demand for ready properties grew in the UAE in the first quarter of 2024 as tenants are increasingly opting for ownership to beat rising rentals. According to the data released by Property Finder, the first quarter of 2024 opened up to strong demand for existing projects across both Dubai and Abu Dhabi unlike the first quarter of 2023 where off-plan transactions soared high. Rents have been consistently on the rise over the past three years after the pandemic. It is expected that this upward rental trend will continue in 2024 also due to unprecedented demand from the rising population. Rising…
Every evening during Ramadan, members of a motorbike club zip down the streets of Damascus to deliver meals to those in need during the Muslim holy month. “We hit the most disadvantaged areas,” said Tarek Obaid, head of Hope Bikers Syria, whose 50 volunteers make and distribute the food for various charities in the Syrian capital. The bikers — some sporting beards or wearing large silver rings on their fingers — head out as sunset approaches, racing to hand over the food so Muslims recipients can break their daytime fast. The volunteers don their club’s signature blue vest, the front…