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The 2024 Oscars have come and gone, and no one can say that the 96th Academy Awards show wasn’t entertaining! Returning host Jimmy Kimmel kept things moving all night long, and there were some very funny moments, as well as poignant speeches, and one of the most dazzling musical performances that the Oscars has ever seen. To mark the occasion, we’ve compiled a brief list of the five most memorable moments from the 2024 Oscars. And you may have already guessed which one landed at no. 1. Honorable Mention: A meme is born If you blinked, you might have missed…
Indian expat SS*goes to the office and comes back multiple times daily due to the nature of his work. A resident of the New Zubaidi Building on King Faisal Street, at 61, SS, struggled to climb up and down more than 2,000 stairs daily as the elevators stopped working after the heavy rains pounded Sharjah and other emirates in the UAE over the weekend. “I go to the office in the morning and come back around the afternoon. Then, I go again after a few hours and return home in the evening. I have to walk 350 stairs in each…
Four decades after being diagnosed with a serious heart condition and given just six months to live, Bert Janssen has set a Guinness World Record as the longest-surviving transplant patient. “I want to be an example for people,” said the Dutchman, who was 17 when he was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy, a heart muscle disease which makes it harder for the heart to pump blood around the body. He says he is proof that living a long time with a heart transplant is possible. In 1984, The Netherlands had yet to perform its first heart transplantation, so cardiologist Albert Mattart referred…
An Emirati doctor with nearly four decades of experience recollects an era when there were no proper private hospitals in the UAE, and how the transformation has happened to a point where overseas patients are flocking to the UAE for treatment. “I am proud to be one of the senior Emirati doctors [in UAE], and by the grace of Allah, I have 39 years of medical experience with me. I have seen the healthcare sector of my country grow by leaps and bounds,” said Dr Suhail Mohamed Kazim told Khaleej Times marking Emirati Doctor’s Day. Dr Kazim studied and worked…
Fragrance World, a leader in the fragrance industry, is thrilled to reveal the newest perfume trends emerging in the GCC region. The GCC region has experienced a surge in the fusion of French and Oriental perfumery, influenced by the cross-cultural exposure of its diverse population. While French perfumes are characterised by fresh, citrus, and fruity notes, Oriental fragrances are renowned for their depth, opulence and sensuality. Fusion Perfumery, also known as French Oriental perfumery, blends elements of both to create intriguing and complex fragrances. Fragrance World’s latest creation, Al Qamar, presents an alluring fusion of spices like clove and saffron,…
Dhs2 milion total value of prizes so far An Emirati lady wins Dhs100.000 in the “W Capital” draw – Dubai real estate market is full of attractive investment opportunities – Special drawings increase the company’s competitiveness and improve our services, Walid Al Zarooni Dubai, United Arab Emirates Monday, March 11, 2024 W Capital, a Dubai based real estate brokerage, announced the Emirati citizen Fawzia Hassan Ahmed Al Marzooqi a winner of Dhs100,000 prize. The winner’s brother received the award on her behalf in a special gala organized by the company after holding a regular draw under the supervision of the…
Movano Evie Ring MSRP $269.00 “The Evie Ring has a gorgeous design unlike any other smart ring, but other issues drag it down.” Pros Open-ended design is comfortable Three beautiful finishes Protective and portable charging case No subscription fee Cons Inaccurate sleep data Poor workout tracking Doesn’t sync with Apple Health App is very basic and barebones Only works with iPhones Currently out of stock The market of wearable health tech is constantly evolving. It started with fitness trackers and smartwatches on the wrist, but the most recent boon has been on the finger with smart rings. Movano’s Evie Ring…
Shabnam, a young woman in the eastern Pakistani city of Lahore, sells small packets of scrap meat to passersby to feed predatory birds, despite a recent crackdown on the practice which many people do as an offering to ward off adversity. The tradition of tossing offerings off a bridge — which are swooped up by hawks and kites — has long provided a source of livelihood for hundreds of roadside vendors in bustling Pakistani cities such as Lahore and Karachi. The practice has long been banned but continues in Lahore and other parts of the country of 240 million. Shabnam,…
Alex Carey scored a magnificent unbeaten 98 to drive Australia to victory over New Zealand by three wickets in a tense conclusion to the second Test in Christchurch on Monday, sealing a 2-0 series sweep for the visitors. The win in the second Test helped Australia collect 12 points on their road to defending the World Test Championship race. Australia have improved their percentage points from 59.09 to 62.50 after 12 matches. Australia have improved their percentage points from 59.09 to 62.50 after 12 matches. Wicketkeeper Carey combined with Mitchell Marsh in a match-winning partnership of 140 for the sixth…
Abu Dhabi, UAE- 11 March 2024: The UAE Banks Federation (UBF), the sole representative and unified voice of UAE banks, has reaffirmed that the launch of Sanadak, the first Ombudsman Unit catering to consumers of Licensed Financial Institutions and Insurance Companies in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)region, represent a major milestone to develop the financial service sector in the UAE and broader region, and will cement the UAE’s status as a leading financial and banking center, under the direct supervision of the Central Bank of the UAE. The launch of Sanadak is part of the Central Bank of…