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Choosing a home security camera can be a daunting task since there are a lot of things to consider. Some aren’t susceptible to power outages, thanks to their battery power and local storage, while others need careful placements inside or outside the home. We recommend starting with something like the Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight Camera, a well-rounded camera that’s packed full of features and boasts performance that ensures you’ll be in the know about what’s happening at your home. Competitors like Ring and Nest may be more recognizable brands, but the Arlo Pro 4 has them beat on features for…

Travelling for adventure or experience is passé; sleep tourism is a growing trend among UAE travellers. A new study has found that people in the Emirates are increasingly showing interest in destinations that prioritise a good night’s sleep for visitors. Sleep tourism, a specialised travel niche, caters to individuals seeking relaxation, rejuvenation, and immersive sleep-centric experiences during their journeys. Industry executives say that trends are shifting away from experiences to sleep in the travel and tourism sector as travellers want to switch off and spend time away from their gadgets and screens. Conducted by OnePoll, a survey released by global…

Following directives by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) announced it has contributed Dh43 million ($11.7 million) for direct food aid in Gaza. It is in collaboration with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), bringing total financial support contributed by MBRGI to the WFP to Dh230 million (over $62.6 million) since the beginning of the collaboration in 2021. The announcement came as MBRGI signed an agreement with WFP in the presence of WFP Executive Director Cindy McCain, on…

The rapid growth observed in the global generative artificial intelligence market reflects that AI is the driving force and the engine for the future, Omar Sultan Al Olama, the Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, said in Davos on Tuesday. This came during a session titled “Generative AI: Steam Engine of the Fourth Industrial Revolution” as part of the 54th World Economic Forum. The session, held as part of the initiatives of the World Economic Forum’s Artificial Intelligence Governance Alliance, focused on the evolution of generative artificial intelligence and the transformation of intelligent technology…

Pat Cummins confirmed Australia’s new-look batting line-up on Tuesday with Steve Smith to open and Cameron Green at number four in the team to face West Indies in the first Test at Adelaide Oval from Wednesday. Smith, one of the best batsmen of his generation, was a late candidate to replace David Warner after the veteran opener retired from the format in the wake of Australia’s sweep of their three-match series against Pakistan over the New Year. His move up the order makes way for 24-year-old Green to slot in and play his 25th Test in the position where he…

The recent influx of OLED and mini-LED displays on external monitors and laptops has finally made HDR more viable on PCs. Indeed, Windows 11 saw a big HDR push when it launched, and Microsoft has been improving it with updates and new settings to play with ever since. Learning how to use HDR in Windows 11 is more than just turning it on — though that’s important too. There are a bunch of intriguing HDR settings to get your head around if you want to make the most of it. Update Windows 11 Before you try to adjust any HDR…

Food products from a poultry farm taking shape in Sharjah will be more expensive as they will be free of any growth-inducing hormones. The farm will form the third phase of a plan that will see cow-breeding and poultry projects come up near the massive wheat farm in Mleiha. “Other farms produce poultry in 27 days as growth accelerators are added to the chickens, causing them to swell. The growth process of our chickens on this farm takes 70 days because they are fed naturally from green spaces,” said Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and…

A Korean Air airliner “struck” an empty Cathay Pacific plane while taxiing at a snow-hit Japanese airport on Tuesday, with both airlines saying there were no injuries. The incident at New Chitose Airport serving Sapporo came two weeks after a near-catastrophic collision at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport between a Japan Airlines airliner and a smaller coast guard plane. “Our aircraft, which was stationary at the time with no customers nor crew onboard, was struck by a Korean Air A330 which was taxiing past,” Cathay Pacific said in a statement. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…

The UAE government initiative “Jahiz”, which was launched in November 2022, was selected among the best global projects featured in the World Economic Forum’s global report “Building a Resilient Tomorrow” report, which presents the best pioneering and inspiring practices for boosting future resilience. “Jahiz” is a proactive national initiative, developed in partnership between the Government Development and Future Office and the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources, and designed to upskill government employees. It was launched by the UAE government to enhance federal government employee’s readiness for the future and provide them with the necessary skills needed to deal with…

Is it possible to overdose on K-pop? Ask any fan and the answer will likely be a resounding ‘no’. The ‘K-pop Overdose’ concert, held on January 14 at the Coca Cola Arena in Dubai, saw hundreds of fans attend. Xiumin, Chen, and Chanyeol from the world-famous boy group EXO took to stage with their solo hits. They were accompanied by DJ Raiden, a South Korean DJ, instrumentalist, and music producer. The name of the show is a callback to one of EXO’s most popular tracks, ‘Overdose’. The song is a snapshot of 2014, the year in which it was released,…