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And so concludes the saga of Google Pixel 8a leaks, merely days ahead of its expected unveiling at the I/O developers conference. Earlier today, insider @OnLeaks (in collaboration with Smartprix) shared more marketing renders of the upcoming budget phone, complete with its asking price in tow. It seems Google is going to charge $499 for its next phone, at least the 128GB base storage variant, that is. For the 256GB storage variant, buyers will have to shell out $599. That’s the same asking price as the Google Pixel 7a, which arrived last year and won plaudits for its terrific mix…

With tropical temperatures and picturesque beaches, South Korea’s Jeju island has long been a holiday spot. However, it was the exploding popularity of Korean drama that really cemented Jeju’s reputation as a dream destination. From Boys Over Flowers to Squid Game, there are several K-dramas that were either shot in Jeju Island or describe the beauty of the island. But did you know that in the olden days, Jeju was used to exile convicts and prisoners? It was the hard work and sweat and blood of hundreds of Koreans that turned Jeju into the paradise that it has become with…

Millions of counterfeit items worth more than Dh5.43 million were seized in Dubai in the first quarter of the year, customs authorities said on Tuesday. A total of 4.36 million pieces were confiscated in 13 instances as Dubai Customs ramped up its crackdown on violations of intellectual property rights. The authority also handled about 62 cases of intellectual property disputes during the same period. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. These figures were revealed as Dubai Customs marked this year’s World Intellectual Property Day in an event that saw the participation of key…

Israel launched dozens of air strikes on Gaza overnight, Hamas said on Monday. The army said it will not be distracted from the war after Iran’s unprecedented attack heightened fears of wider conflict. World powers have urged restraint after Iran launched more than 300 drones and missiles at Israel, though the Israeli military has said the vast majority were intercepted. Tehran’s first direct assault on Israel, in retaliation for a deadly strike in Damascus earlier this month, followed months of violence across the region involving Iranian proxies who say they act in support of Palestinians in the war-battered Gaza Strip.…

During the severe weather on April 15 and 16, several UAE residents lost their vehicle number plates. As normalcy returned following roadblocks and waterlogging, many motorists found themselves with a pressing question: Can those who lost their number plates in Dubai temporarily use their vehicles? Dubai Police have confirmed to Khaleej Times, stating that motorists are permitted to utilise their vehicles “only when they go to the RTA (Roads and Transport Authority) to collect a new car plate.” Authorities clarified vehicle owners must first apply for a “To Whom It May Concern” certificate, which can be done online via Dubai…

Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh’s son Ibrahim Ali Khan is all set to make his acting debut very soon, and to develop a more personal connection with the audience, the young artiste on Tuesday made his Instagram account public. Ibrahim recently shared his first Instagram post from a photoshoot for the sportswear giant Puma, of which he’s been announced as a brand ambassador. Interestingly, his stepmother Kareena Kapoor Khan is also Puma’s brand ambassador. Giving him a shout-out, Kareena took to Instagram Story and wrote. “Love it.” In no time, Ibrahim’s comment section got flooded with heartfelt reactions. Many…

Have you ever walked across a street and a mural caught your eye? Or a unique piece of art on a plate, window, or any object? Or say you’re at a street-side cafe sipping on your coffee when a sketch on a wall takes your attention? That’s the kind of artwork award-winning artist Clym Evernden portrays, capturing attention at first glimpse. Drawing has been a form of expression for Clym since an early age. It enabled him to describe his interests early on; he drew a lot of animals, birds and as he grew older, his interest shifted towards fashion.…

Apex Investment PSC Announces 625% YOY increase in Net Profit (Excluding Fair value changes and Corporate Tax for Q1 2024) Apex CEO, Mark Blackwell, said: “2023 was all about change. We undertook a holistic transformation across our Group of Companies to establish core foundations to ensure we continue to bring world class offerings to our Clients and the Market.  This meant fundamental changes across every aspect of the business, requiring both bold and difficult decisions to be made, that have now established the foundation to accelerate growth and diversification and delivered outstanding results for Q1 2024.” Abu Dhabi, UAE; 30th…

Fight scenes are the backbone of any action movie and come in all different shapes and sizes. Fight scenes can be loud, violent versions of controlled chaos, as evidenced in the John Wick movies. They can be smaller in scale and confined to one space, like the elevator sequence in Drive. Martial artists such as Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan proved that the elaborate choreography of hand-to-hand combat can be as graceful and poetic as a dance. Whatever your preference is, fight scenes have a way of wowing the audience through brutal, visceral actions. Stunt teams and choreographers continue to…

Yas Island Abu Dhabi, the region’s leading leisure and entertainment destination, has appointed multi-talented Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds as its newest chief island officer (CIO). The announcement ends a week-long suspense following a trailer video showing a mystery skydiver jumping off a plane and landing on the island in a parachute. While former CIO Kevin Hart announced his arrival in a Ferrari, Jason Momoa had paddled his way into the island. Reynolds, following in their footsteps, made sure his entrance was just as grand, ushering the destination to greater heights of adventure and excitement. Stay up to date with the…