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An imam who was shot Wednesday outside a mosque in New Jersey has died, the US state’s attorney general said, adding that the killing did not initially appear to be driven by “bias” or domestic terrorism. Hassan Sharif was shot multiple times near a mosque in Newark, just west of New York, before being taken to hospital where he later died, New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin said. “We do not yet know the motivation for this crime (but) the evidence collected thus far does not indicate that this was an act motivated by bias, or an act of domestic…

In a significant move, Indian budget airline IndiGo declared the removal of fuel charges on all its domestic and international flights, effective Thursday. This waiver relieves passengers as it will lead to reduced airfares and marks a departure from the fuel charge introduced in October 2023 in response to escalating Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The removal of the fuel charge aligns with recent reductions in ATF prices, offering a positive outcome for travellers. As ATF prices remain dynamic, IndiGo assures passengers that the airline will continue…

Discover your next signature scent with Amanzada Perfumes, and let your fragrance tell your story, your way By Kushmita Bose In a world of mass-produced scents, a family-owned brand has taken the art of fragrance to a whole new level, making it more personal, more meaningful, and utterly enchanting. This cherished brand is a testament to the power of family, where the Amanzada trio-Haseeb, Saleem, and Rashid-orchestrates an olfactory experience that transcends the ordinary. At the helm stands Haseeb Amanzada, the ingenious founder and architect behind Amanzada Perfumes. With a wealth of expertise, he delicately crafts some of the world’s…

Emirates Pride Announces New Locations in Debenhams and Launches ‘Heritage’ Fragrance Series Celebrating UAE Culture Expanding Luxury: Emirates Pride Unveils New Prime Locations Across UAE Aromatic Nostalgia: Introducing the ‘Heritage Collection’ by Emirates Pride Dubai, UAE, January 4, 2024: Marking a significant milestone in the Middle Eastern luxury perfume industry, Emirates Pride Perfumes, founded in the UAE, is embarking on an ambitious expansion with the opening of new stores in Debenhams across the UAE’s most upscale shopping destinations, including the Mall of Emirates, Dubai Mall, Mirdiff City Center in Dubai, and Galleria Mall in Abu Dhabi. This expansion underscores Emirates…

Severing ties with our cable TV providers has become easier than ever, thanks to all kinds of web-connected innovations, brought to us by smart TVs and streaming devices. For many of us, though, there is one thing that keeps many a household tied to a cable provider, and that’s access to local TV stations. Fortunately, certain streaming devices (and smart TVs) now include app versions of many live TV stations, but what if you’re looking to catch that town parade that only your local NBC affiliate will be broadcasting? In the event that you can’t stream a station, you can…

Bright and colourful fireworks have been lighting up nights in Dubai since December 15 last year, with the spectacular pyrotechnics set to continue till January 14. Held as part of the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), the month-long ‘fireworks nights’ is a series of displays that unfolds at four locations. After Dubai Festival City, Hatta and Al Seef, the show will move to Bluewaters and The Beach, JBR, from January 5 to 14. Tourists and residents stop whatever they are doing to look up at the skies in awe as the show paints the night into a colourful, fiery spectacle. But…

The chief of Lebanon’s powerful Hezbollah movement, Hassan Nasrallah, warned Israel on Wednesday against waging war on Lebanon, a day after a strike killed Hamas’s deputy leader in the southern Beirut stronghold of Hezbollah. “If the enemy thinks of waging a war on Lebanon, we will fight without restraint, without rules, without limits and without restrictions,” Nasrallah said in a televised speech. “We are not afraid of war,” he said, adding that “for now, we are fighting on the frontline following meticulous calculations”. Hamas and security officials in Lebanon accused Israel of killing Saleh Al Aruri and six others on…

Novomed’s journey to becoming a leading provider of healthcare, elective surgery, and wellness services in the UAE is a testament to its unwavering dedication to excellence. Since it was established, Novomed has continuously set new standards in healthcare services, ensuring the well-being of its patients. With over 600 employees, nine state-of-the-art centres across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Al Ain and two elective surgery hospitals, Novomed offers specialised care across various fields, including plastic surgery, dermatology, cardiology, gynaecology, orthopaedics, functional medicine, and more. These facilities collectively provide a comprehensive healthcare ecosystem that addresses a wide range of medical needs. Exceptional expertise…

When Omer Khan landed here in the UAE more than two decades ago, cricket was his ticket to a new life. A former national-level cricketer in India, Khan got his first job in the shipping industry on the back of his versatile skills as a left-handed opening batsman and a right-arm off-spinner. The company hired him to play for their cricket team in UAE’s A Division club matches and also offered him a ‘small’ job. Khan continued to play cricket for a few years in Dubai before quitting the sport to focus completely on his work. But hailing from a…