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Every day, we humans dream up more and more ways to use technology to make the world a better place. Whether its solar panels that generate green energy, 3d printed prosthetics, or gene editing tools that eradicate diseases; there’s no shortage of world-changing tech out there. But it’s also easy for all those good things to get buried beneath all the bad news on the Internet. That’s why we started Tech For Change: an ongoing series in which we shine a spotlight on positive uses of technology, and showcase how they’re helping to make the world a better place.

A suicide bomber rammed a vehicle into a convoy of Chinese engineers working on a dam project in northwest Pakistan on Tuesday, killing six people, police said, the third major attack on Chinese interests in the South Asian country in a week. The first two attacks hit an airbase and a strategic port in the southwest province of Balochistan where China is investing billions in infrastructure projects. The engineers were on their way from Islamabad to their camp at the dam construction site in Dasu in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Mohammad Ali Gandapur, the regional police chief, told Reuters. “Five…

Sebi has recently cautioned Indian investors against trading through the FPI route By HP Ranina/NRI Problems Question: My brother, who is a resident of India, has been approached by an agent who claims to be an employee of a foreign portfolio investment (FPI) firm registered with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) to trade through a sub-account. I have advised him not to do so as it may be contrary to trading regulations. Am I correct in my thinking? ANSWER: You are absolutely right in cautioning your brother because the FPI route is not available to resident Indians.…

Actors Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt celebrated Holi with their daughter Raha and neighbours. The couple had a low-key Holi celebration this year. Ranbir and Alia celebrated the festival in their apartment compound in Mumbai with their neighbours. Taking to Instagram, South Indian actor Nadiya Moidu treated fans with a Holi video featuring herself, Ranbir, Alia and Raha Nadiya Moidu is seen applying colours on Ranbir and Alia while little Raha stands beside her mother. Raha was accompanied by her nanny. For Holi, Ranbir can be seen wearing maroon-coloured shorts and a dark grey T-shirt, while Alia, on the other…

Supported by the Emirates Golf Federation (EGF) the official feeder event to the Challenge Tour and DP World Tour hosted two events in the country By Nick Tarratt, Khaleej Times Guest Golf Writer The UAE and the Emirates Golf Federation (EGF) recently hosted the Clutch Pro Tour with two 54-hole events – the first at Al Hamra Golf Club, Ras Al Khaimah and the other at Al Zorah Golf Club, Ajman, both events offering a prizefund of £30,000. Callan Barrow (Eng), from Lytham St Annes won week at Al Hamra and Jack Yule (Eng) won at Al Zorah Golf Club.…

Centrepoint Showcases an Enchanting Ramadan Campaign at the Luxurious Palazzo Versace. The city’s top fashion names attended the fashion presentation and launch with Raza Beig, Director Centrepoint & CEO Splash Centrepoint launched its special Ramadan collections with an enchanting campaign, “Ramadan Between Two Moons,” at an opulent event held at the prestigious Palazzo Versace Hotel recently. Led by Raza Beig Director Centrepoint & CEO Splash , the latest collection effortlessly combines elegance, style, and tradition from its iconic brands – Babyshop, Splash, Lifestyle, and Shoemart. The launch event, hosted at the grand venue, became the focal point of elegance and…

Here’s one of the most unexpected laptop deals that you can shop right now — Dell’s $210 discount on the recently released Dell XPS 14. Instead of $1,759, you’ll only have to pay $1,549 for this machine. We expect this offer to generate a lot of interest because you won’t always see a price cut for a new model this soon, but that also means time may already be running out for the bargain. If you don’t want to miss out on the savings, you’re going to have to proceed with your purchase as soon as possible. Why you should…

SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, has been awarded the SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi for the largest indoor marine life theme park in the world. Spanning more than 183,000sqm and spread across five indoor levels, the facility is also the region’s first marine life theme park. There are eight immersive realms, including Abu Dhabi Ocean, One Ocean, MicroOcean, Endless Ocean, Tropical Ocean, Rocky Point and Polar Ocean, divided into the Arctic and Antarctica realms. The certificate was presented to Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi, group CEO of Miral, and the SeaWorld Abu Dhabi leadership. “This prestigious achievement is a testament to…

[Editor’s Note: This story has been updated.] A French teenager who went missing in Sharjah has been found in the desert not far from her home, her father David Croisers confirmed to Khaleej Times. The discovery comes after an intense search effort by Sharjah Police and concerned community members. “Meline was not well and rushed to Al Dhaid Hospital in Sharjah where she’s recovering,” said David. Her sister, Justine, described her as disoriented and “not herself” due to being exposed to the hot sun without water. The family expressed immense relief at Meline’s safe return and thanked everyone involved in…

Turkish authorities rounded up scores of suspects with alleged links to Daesh in nationwide raids, a government minister said on Tuesday. During simultaneous raids carried out in 30 cities across the country, 147 suspects were detained, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced on social media. Here’s a video of the operation: Daesh has said they were responsible for the attack on a Moscow concert hall, killing at least 139 people. Affiliated media channels have published graphic videos of the gunmen inside the venue. Turkish authorities established that one suspect, Fariduni, entered Turkey on February 20 and returned to Russia via Istanbul…