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The UAE has strongly condemned the terrorist attack in the city of Kerman, southern Iran, which resulted in multiple deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that the UAE expresses its strong condemnation of these criminal acts, and its permanent rejection of all forms of violence and terrorism aimed at undermining security and stability in contravention of human values and principles. The Ministry expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the government and people of Iran, and to the families of the victims of this heinous crime, as well as its wishes for a…
With its wide range of products, Franke Home Solutions, the leading provider of intelligent systems puts the sparkle in the kitchen. By Muhammad Ali Bandial Franke Home Solutions, a division of the Franke Group and one of the world’s leading providers of intelligent systems and solutions for the residential kitchen, has earmarked the Middle East as a main strategic focus going forward. The region represents an ideal and exciting market for the division to implement and prove its forward-thinking strategy: as an integrated system provider that combines exclusive design with full-potential functionality, Swiss quality and eco-conscious innovations for a better…
Australia opener David Warner was dismissed for 34 in his farewell cricket Test against Pakistan at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Thursday before rain and poor light ruined most of the rest of the second day. Playing in his 112th and last Test, Warner was caught at first slip by Babar Azam off Agha Salman’s bowling before lunch. Play was interrupted in the middle session with Australia at 116-2 in reply to Pakistan’s 313. The lights were on at the SCG and the conditions were gloomy, but the decision to take players from the field for bad light was met…
A Plant-Powered January at Shangri-La Dubai! Dubai, January 2nd, 2024 – Shangri-La Dubai proudly embraces the global Veganuary movement this January, inviting guests to embark on a culinary journey through a diverse array of plant-based delights. With a commitment to offering thoughtfully crafted menus, the hotel’s various venues now present an exquisite selection of vegan dishes that cater to every palate. Guests can indulge in an array of tantalizing offerings, from the flavourful Vegan Tofu Rolls and Vietnamese Papaya Salads at Hoi An to the exquisite Vegan Dim Sum Platters at Shang Palace. The iKandyUltralounge features enticing options such as…
If you’re wondering what 5G UC means at the top of your phone, you aren’t alone. To put it simply, 5G UC is T-Mobile’s “Ultra Capacity” 5G network. In other words, seeing this means that you are on T-Mobile’s 5G network. At the same time, you may have also heard of 5G UW, a similar network protocol from Verizon. Ultimately, being on the 5G UC network should mean you are receiving some of the best speeds possible. But, if you don’t have a solid grasp of what 5G is and how these networks operate, you may not get the most…
Dubai became the latest emirate in the UAE to announce a ban on single-use plastic from January 1, 2024, imposing up to a maximum penalty of Dh2,000 fine for violations. This comes in the wake of the announcement made by the federal government in January 2023 about the pan-UAE ban on single-use plastic from 2024. The ban is aimed at protecting the environment from pollution, limiting the consumption of plastic and regulating its use at the federal level. The government had announced a tariff of 25 fils or Dh0.25 on consumers using single-use plastic bags in order to encourage the…
Palestinian expat Amjad is turning 44 this month and his fervent wish is to bring his wife and seven kids to the UAE. His Filipina wife, Marlene, 45, and their children aged 15, 13, 11, 9, 7, 5 and 3 years old, most of whom were born in the UAE, are currently in her home country. They were among those who were successfully evacuated by the Philippine government from war-torn Gaza back in November last year. Like the other families who were evacuated, they also received a cash aid of about $1,400 from the Philippine government. They were temporarily housed…
The UAE gold prices were steady on Thursday morning after plunging by Dh2.75 per gram to a two-week low on Wednesday evening. The Dubai Jewellery Group data showed 24K trading at Dh247.5 on Thursday morning as compared to Dh250 at the opening of the markets on Wednesday. Meanwhile, 22K, 21K and 18K variants of the yellow metal were trading at Dh229.25, Dh221.75 and Dh190.0 per gram, respectively. Spot gold was down slightly at $2,042.99 per ounce on Thursday morning. The yellow metal fell to a near two-week low on Wednesday as the dollar strengthened. Rania Gule, market analyst at XS.com,…
Are you eager to give your room a fresh and appealing look without breaking the bank? The good news is that you can create a stylish and inviting space without spending a fortune. With a little creativity, resourcefulness, and some budget-friendly decorating ideas, you can transform your room into a cosy haven. Here are some tips on how to decorate your room with the least expense. 1. Declutter and rearrange: Before you start adding new elements to your room, take the time to declutter and reorganize. A tidy, organized space can feel more inviting and spacious. Rearranging furniture can also…
Victoria Azarenka is in familiar territory after reaching the quarterfinals in Brisbane, where she won her first WTA title in 2009 when the tournament was staged for the first time. The 34-year-old Azarenka beat Clara Burel of France 7-5, 6-2 on Thursday to reach the quarterfinals for the fifth time in six trips to the key Australian Open tune-up event. The former No. 1-ranked Azarenka and two-time Australian Open champion — in 2012 and 2013 — will next face third-seeded Jelena Ostapenko, the 2017 French Open champion who beat big-serving three-time Brisbane International winner Karolina Pliskova 6-2, 4-6, 6-3. Pliskova…