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From paragliding to overnight camping, UAE residents could soon enjoy a variety of activities at the Mleiha National Park when it opens up in Sharjah. The construction and development of the park are underway and fencing of the park’s 34km premises will be complete by the third quarter of this year. Divided into at least three separate areas, the park will be a first-of-its-kind protected area in the emirate of Sharjah that promotes the conservation of the emirate’s natural history and preservation of its archaeological past. The details were revealed by Ahmed Obaid Al Qaseer, CEO of the Sharjah Investment…
A 98-year-old Ukrainian woman said she walked 10km under shelling, supporting herself with sticks and sleeping on the ground, leaving Ocheretyne in Donetsk, now occupied by Russia, and trying to reach areas controlled by Kyiv. In a video posted by Ukraine’s police on social media on Monday, the woman, identified as Lidia Stepanivna, said she had walked without food or water, and fell several times but her “character” kept her going. “I survived that war (World War Two), and I am surviving this war,” Stepanivna said in the video, which shows her sitting on a bed in a shelter, dressed…
In today’s complex business environment, achieving operational efficiency is paramount for businesses in the Middle East. The annual Customer Experience Live Intelligence Report 2024 highlights one of the most striking revelations that a staggering 72% are keen to attain operational efficiency with 49% of them leveraging digital experiences for the same. This underscores the pressing need for strategic investments in technology and process optimisation to streamline operations and elevate overall customer experience. The report showcases the need for innovative strategies and technology to deliver exemplary customer experience (CX). Companies are embracing the digital pivot, with more than 76% of organisations…
If you want a peaceful beach getaway or a laidback pool day, these passes are ideal. Relax in the sun, sand, and refreshing water while indulging in tasty food and drinks—all included at no additional fee. Bal Harbour Beach: If you want to spend a day at the beach on The Palm and get your money’s worth, think about going to Bal Harbour Beach at the Marriott Palm Jumeirah. Day passes can be bought on a first-come, first-served basis and let you use the beach area. The pool is not part of the pass, but you can get back the…
The Elder Scrolls 6 was first revealed over five years ago with a 36-second announcement trailer. Unfortunately, there hasn’t been a lot of concrete news on the title since. Now that Bethesda has launched Starfield — the developer’s first brand-new IP in 25 years — with great success despite plenty of criticism on the game’s advertised scale versus its gameplay, it goes without saying that the studio will be shifting to the next installment in the Elder Scrolls series. The new title will be building off the wild success of its predecessor Skyrim (which made the cut for Digital Trends’ top…
In light of the unstable weather conditions in Dubai, the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) on Wednesday announced that it has temporarily suspended accepting requests for the entry and departure of wooden dhows in Dubai. The PCFC has also advised stakeholders to avoid sailing during this time to ensure everyone’s safety. This decision comes in response to communications from relevant authorities regarding weather forecasts this week. The PCFC, through the Marine Agency for Wooden Dhows, has temporarily suspended accepting entry and departure requests for wooden ships to protect maritime stakeholders from the effects of the low-pressure system on…
e& on Tuesday disclosed its consolidated financial results for Q1 2024, reporting consolidated revenue of Dh14.2 billion, growing 9 per cent year-over-year, while consolidated net profit increased to Dh2.3 billion, a year-over-year growth of 7 per cent. The group’s consolidated EBITDA reached Dh6.4 billion, growing 3 per cent year-over-year, resulting in an EBITDA margin of 45 per cent. The number of e& UAE subscribers reached 14.5 million in Q1 2024, while consolidated group subscribers reached 173 million, representing an increase of 5 per cent over the same period last year. Jassem Mohamed Bu Ataba Alzaabi, Chairman of e& said: “e&…
Actor Deepika Padukone’s Instagram feed is filled with pictures that encapsulate her abundant love for flowers. Her recent post also has a “flowery” touch. On Wednesday, Deepika shared a beautiful glimpse of a surprise she received from the team of ‘Singham 3’. In the post, she dropped a close-up picture of a vibrant bouquet comprising colorful pink, red, and white flowers. In it, was a note that mentioned, “To our hero, Lady Singham”. A few days ago, director Rohit Shetty shared Deepika’s look from the ‘Singham Again’. Decked up in a cop uniform, Deepika was seen striking Ajay Devgn’s iconic…
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique on Tuesday dismissed talk his side were feeling the heat before their midweek Champions League semifinal, first leg game against Borussia Dortmund, saying “we’re here to enjoy it”. Dortmund coach Edin Terzic said PSG were “built to win the Champions League” but Enrique, who won the elite European competition as Barcelona manager in 2015, said his side should focus on relishing the experience. “What’s great about being here is that we can enjoy a really special game at a unique stadium in Europe,” said the Spaniard. “We have a chance to make our fans really…
It’s time to brush up on your Simlish if it’s rusty because the long-awaited The Sims 5, aka Project Rene, is officially on the way. This has been the longest gap between main entries since the series began, and while we did get tons of expansions for The Sims 4 to hold us over, plus the change to it becoming free to play, we’re more than ready for a new entry. Each time a new game in the franchise comes out, die-hard fans always need to have a bit of skepticism about what features will be there — both new…