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Those applying for a driving licence in Dubai can now now book and reschedule driving test appointments via WhatsApp, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Friday. The service is available on RTA’s Mahboub Chatbot on 0588009090. “The user’s phone numbers, and registered information are pre-authenticated, so there is no need to use the official application or visit the RTA’s website,” said Mira Ahmed Al Sheikh, Director of the Smart Services Department at RTA’s Corporate Technical Support Services Sector. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “The service, which is available in both…

A teen armed with a shotgun and a handgun unleashed terror at an Iowa high school on the first day of classes in the new year, authorities said, killing a sixth grader and wounding five others as people hunkered down in classrooms, barricaded offices and fled the barrage of bullets. The suspect, a 17-year-old student at the school in Perry, died of what investigators believe was a self-inflicted gunshot wound, an Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation official said. An administrator, later identified by his alma mater as Perry High School Principal Dan Marburger, was among those wounded Thursday as students…

Name: Hala Aluraibi Ride: 2016 Toyota Sequoia Nationality: Canadian Profession: Director of Operations & Strategy In Dubai since: 1999 When did you move to the UAE and what do you like most about this country? I moved from Toronto, Canada to the UAE in 1999 and now I can’t imagine living anywhere else. I met my husband, and we got married here. My daughter was born here, went to school here and despite giving her the choice to attend university anywhere in the world, she chooses to be here. What captivates me about the UAE is its seamless blend of…

A new chapter will unfold in one of the oldest rivalries in cricket history as India will square off against Pakistan on June 9 in New York as the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday announced the schedule for the upcoming T20 World Cup. ICC announced the schedule for the competition on Friday. The tournament will kick off on June 1 and will be co-hosted by the West Indies and the US. India have been placed in Group A alongside Ireland, Pakistan, Canada and the US. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Ten…

Professional Nailcare Brand PINX Shows that Beauty Can Have Purpose Dubai, January 2024: In a country where the latest beauty treatments are always just outside your door, a new nailcare brand is making a difference. Today marks the official launch of PINX, a revolutionary professional nail care brand that not only promises high-quality products but also embodies a commitment to making a positive impact on the world. Founded by beauty industry veterans Deena Al-Ansari and Souha Sawan, PINX is set to redefine beauty standards by blending premium products with a socially conscious mission. PINX was born out of the founders’…

Ahead of CES 2024, Raycon, the audio brand that gets a lot of love from social media influencers, has created a new tier for its flagship Everyday lineup of wireless earbuds and headphones: the Everyday Pro. Both the Everyday Earbuds Pro and the Everyday Headphones Pro are priced at $149 and come in three color choices: white, black, or blue. You’ll be able to buy them at the end of January. The Everyday Earbuds Pro are a significant departure from Raycon’s previous models from a design point of view. Instead of the usual stemless shape, the Everyday Earbuds Pro adopt…

Several roads in Dubai along Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah areas will be closed in the early hours of Sunday until 1pm to give way for the staging of Dubai Marathon, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) confirmed to Khaleej Times on Friday. Dubai Marathon will take place from 6am until 1pm. Full details of road closures are yet to be announced by authorities, but roads that will be affected include parts of Umm Suqeim Street, Jumeirah Beach Road and Al Wasl Road. Tweeting a video of the marathon route map, RTA showed runners participating in the 2024 edition of the…

In a world where the ticking clock heralds promises of self-renewal and fresh beginnings, the allure of New Year’s resolutions among a chorus of ‘New year, new me’, is hard to avoid. As the calendar page turns, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of another year, armed with good intentions and the belief that, ‘This year is our year’. But a profound truth often gets drowned out — the stark reality that change seldom unfolds miraculously with the chime of a clock or with a turn of a page. The secret? Realising our aspirations lie not in the fleeting…

Fans and families can look forward to experiencing world class golf and the best of Dubai at this year’s new-look Tournament Town in the 35th edition of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, the region’s most prestigious golf tournament which runs from January 18-21. Open from 10am to 11pm, this year’s fan village will provide free outdoor fun for the family, with live music and performances throughout, while young golfing fans can look forward to witnessing the thrilling roaming acts featuring stilt walkers, magicians, graffiti artists and more. Visitors can also enjoy the music and F&B offerings until late outside with…

Union Coop’s New Year Promotions Bring Savings of Up to 50% Discounts reach up to 50% on selected items Dubai, UAE: In an announcement reflective of its commitment to delivering exceptional value to consumers, Union Coop has unveiled a comprehensive series of promotional campaigns set to run throughout January 2024. The initiative aims to significantly reduce prices on a diverse range of 1,300 carefully selected food and non-food items. Commencing at the onset of the current month and continuing through the New Year celebrations, this promotional campaign highlights Union Coop’s strategic consumer happiness goals. The discounts offered, reaching up to…