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Parents in Dubai may need to review their budgets and allocate a higher portion to their children’s education, as most schools have been given the green light to increase fees. The emirate’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) on Tuesday announced that some private schools would be allowed to hike fees by a maximum of 5.2 per cent, depending on their results in the latest annual inspections. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The KHDA identified 2.6 per cent as education cost index (ECI), based on which schools can adjust their fees for…

Trusity, a leader in online education, proudly announces its strategic partnership with the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation (AGF) in the Takween initiative, the UAE’s first after-school learner enrichment program designed to empower Emirati students between the ages 13-18 in public schools through academic reinforcement and skill development. Trusity, one of the key contributors to the Takween initiative, aims at enriching Emirati students with academic strengthening and skill development through various specialized programs. Trusity’s participation in the Takween initiative with AGF is not just about education; it’s about shaping a generation equipped with the essential skills for future success. c, emphasizing…

Priyanka Chopra Jonas announced the release date of her new project titled ‘Tiger’ and shared how it was fun lending her voice to this incredible story and exploring the jungles through this film. Taking to Instagram on Tuesday, Priyanka treated fans with the film’s poster along with a note. The note read, “Tiger’… a story that captures the wild and brings out everything that happens within it – tales of love, conflict, hunger, survival and so much more.” ‘Tiger’ was in the making for eight years. Sharing more details about the film, she wrote, “In the bustling jungles of India,…

Name: Gehna Jagiasi Ride: 2020 Nissan Altima Nationality: Indian Profession: Manager, Eternal Wellness Yoga Studio In Dubai since: 2022 Gehna is part of a new generation of expatriates, who have come to Dubai in a hope to build their dreams. She earns a living as the manager of a yoga studio and uses the power of this ancient practice to help maintain her balance in this fast-paced city. She also uses the reliable and pocket-friendly Nissan Altima to get around town. Here’s a page from her life, one that talks about why she chose the Altima and how it provides…

Microsoft Surface Innovation Hub launched at Redington Office in UAE The first of its kind in the Middle East the Microsoft Surface Innovation Hub is a collaborative space for decision makers to explore and experience the power of Surface – providing businesses with the tools they need to succeed in the AI era The high-tech facility is largely designed with natural, reusable materials underlining Microsoft’s dedication to a sustainable future and the recycling of devices Dubai, 02 April 2024 – Microsoft, in collaboration with leading technology distributor Redington, proudly inaugurated the Microsoft Surface Innovation Hub at Redington HQ in Dubai.…

Resident Alien and its star, Alan Tudyk, are having a moment. The sci-fi series about an alien pretending to be human became a big hit on Netflix when it premiered on the streaming service in February 2024. Resident Alien is one-half sci-fi mystery and one-half endearing comedy, resulting in an entertaining series that found a spot in the top 10 most popular shows on Netflix. The show’s popularity has found its way into Tudyk’s personal life, where he jokes that the newfound fame has led to interesting perks in coffee bars. In Resident Alien, Tudyk plays Harry Vanderspeigle, an alien sent…

The excitement among UAE residents planning to travel to popular tourist destinations during the Eid Al Fitr holidays has been dampened by a sharp increase in airfares. As residents prepare for the longest public holiday of the year, potentially spanning nine days, reports indicate a significant spike in ticket prices, soaring by nearly 400 per cent for some countries. Firoz Maliyakkal, founder and CEO of Tahira Tours and Travels, explained that the price rise can be attributed to several factors. “The price increase is because of the ease of travel to many countries, visa-on-arrival facilities, affordability, and the weather, making…

The UAE has condemned in the strongest terms the Israeli force’s attack that hit the World Central Kitchen team, a partner of the country in strengthening the humanitarian response to civilians in northern Gaza. An airstrike killed seven aid workers from World Central Kitchen, leading the charity to suspend delivery Tuesday of vital food aid to Gaza, where Israel’s offensive has pushed hundreds of thousands of Palestinians to the brink of starvation. The UAE held Israel fully responsible for this dangerous development, and called for an urgent, independent and transparent investigation, and punishment of those who have committed this heinous…

The UAE has surged ahead in DHL’s Global Connectedness Report to occupy the No. 8 spot among the world’s top 10 most globalised countries. It has also registered the maximum increase in performance since 2001, securing the top spot for rising connectedness among 181 countries analysed. This demonstrates a heightened pace of physical and digital connectivity aimed at strengthening global supply chains and facilitating international trade. According to the report, the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) region remains well-connected to much of the rest of the world, not only through trade but also investment, immigration, and tourism. Even as…

American actor Tori Spelling is trying to adjust and move on with her life following her divorce with Dean McDermott, reported People. At the iHeartMusic Awards in Los Angeles, Spelling said, “I want to redefine it and take the hard out of it. And I feel like it’s an evolving time and it’s the appropriate time in life and shifts happen in life for a reason and you just keep going. You move forward and you do your one thing.” During her podcast ‘misSPELLING’, she shared, “Telling my story, my version, my whole thing with anything” on the podcast, adding,…