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There’s a distinction that few people make with Alien‘s famous “In space, no one can hear you scream” tagline. That statement is only true in the vacuum of space. Inside of a spaceship, the screams are perfectly audible, and it sounds like there’s going to be a lot of screaming in the next film in the series, Alien: Romulus. It’s no secret that the films after Ridley Scott’s Alien embraced action over horror. But Alien: Romulus is getting back to the franchise’s horror roots thanks to director and co-writer Fede Álvarez. Prior to this film, Álvarez established himself in the…
School principals in the UAE are suggesting that students scheduled to start their International Baccalaureate (IB) exams on Wednesday consider exploring alternative transportation routes, particularly for those impacted by significant waterlogging caused by the recent severe weather conditions. Many schools in Dubai resumed on-site learning on Monday after heavy rainfall on April 16 damaged infrastructure and disrupted transportation services, compelling schools to switch to distance learning. The IB exams are the culmination of 12 years of school, with the examination beginning on April 24, 2024 and ending on May 17, 2024. The results will be published on July 6, 2024.…
Cautious hopes were building Tuesday for a Gaza truce and hostage release deal as Hamas said it was studying the latest proposal and US top diplomat Antony Blinken was due to head back to Israel. The Palestinian militant group whose October 7 attack started the Gaza war said it was considering a plan for a 40-day ceasefire and the release of scores of hostages for larger numbers of Palestinian prisoners. The group, whose envoys returned from Cairo talks to their base in Qatar, would “discuss the ideas and the proposal,” said a Hamas source, adding that “we are keen to…
The EU on Monday said Apple’s operating system for iPads must comply with tougher new rules that Brussels is imposing to rein in the world’s biggest digital companies. The European Commission designated Apple’s iPadOS system as a “core” service under the landmark Digital Markets Act (DMA), which forces companies to modify their business ways to encourage competition between online platforms. It joins other Apple products that were already in the DMA net since September: iOS for iPhones, the App Store, and the Safari browser. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Under the DMA,…
Take a dive into the world of outstanding Emirati cooking with this hand-picked collection of traditional and modern dining choices in Dubai. From genuine tastes to creative spins, look into these distinctive eateries that provide a mouthwatering excursion through Emirati food. Al Fanar A much-loved local eatery, Al Fanar provides a nostalgic trip back to 1960s Dubai through its authentic Emirati food, traditional decor, and charming courtyard. Patrons can also explore a mini-museum displaying the UAE’s cultural history. With seven spots across the UAE, Al Fanar has been featured in the Michelin Guide for two years running and has expanded…
In a surgery that lasted for 1.5 hours, doctors in Abu Dhabi removed a 30.5kg ovarian tumour from a 63-year-old Filipina driver. The patient is now making a full recovery. The tumour of unusual size was removed in one piece by Dr Muhieddine Seoud and Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City’s (SSMC) obstetrics and gynaecological surgical team. Virginia Asuncion, a limousine driver from the Philippines, was recently rushed to the emergency department (ED) after suffering from severe abdominal pain. The patient had endured varying degrees of discomfort and pain for more than three years before coming to doctors on March 23. Stay up to…
Paceman Jofra Archer was on Tuesday recalled to England’s squad for the defence of their T20 World Cup crown after a year out of action. The 29-year-old, who has endured a string of injuries since his international breakthrough in 2019, has not played competitive cricket for a year but has recovered from a right elbow injury. He takes his place in a 15-man provisional squad captained by Jos Buttler for the tournament that starts on June 1 in the West Indies and the United States. The same group will play take on Pakistan in a four-match T20 series beginning at…
In late 2023, just ahead of CES 2024, Hisense gave us a taste of just how far its engineers had been able to push the TV brightness envelope in the form of the limited-edition, 85-inch UX TV. With 3,500 nits of peak brightness, it was one of the brightest TVs we’d ever reviewed. And while Hisense’s UX series remains the company’s flagship (with massive 98- and 110-inch models coming later this year), some of the UX’s features have trickled down to the new U9N ULED, a 4K TV that Hisense claims will produce an even brighter 5,000 peak nits. The…
A local community organisation in Ajman has come up with an inventive solution to aid residents stranded by the recent floods. With roads too flooded for even SUVs, the Samastha Kerala Sunni Student Federation (SKSSF – WIQAYA) quickly brought in a wheel loader to deliver much-needed supplies. Sayyid Shuahib Thangal, SKSSF UAE National President, stressed the importance of their decision to rent the heavy machinery. ‘We needed to get through those waterlogged streets fast,” Thangal said. “The wheel loader was a lifesaver. We loaded it up with food, water, and essentials, making it possible to reach multiple areas with our…
Visitors at Dubai’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM) will get a chance to meet, interact and engage with the second generation of the world’s first AI-powered cabin crew. Qatar Airways’ Sama 2.0 will answer real-time questions, help travellers design curated travel experiences, and find answers related to FAQs, destinations, support tips and much more during next week’s event. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The digital human crew will participate in the Dubai World Trade Centre annual exhibition from May 6 to 9, 2024, at the Qatari Airways pavilion in Hall No.2. Qatar Airways’…