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Two new cycling tracks have been inaugurated in Dubai’s Khawaneej and Mushrif areas by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). These tracks extend 7 km to connect with existing tracks in the two districts, which already span up to 32 km. The extension coincides with the commencement of the holy month of Ramadan, a time when residents and visitors enjoy engaging in physical activities, including cycling. This expansion brings the total length of cycling tracks in the residential communities to 39 km. Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors, RTA, said: “The project has been undertaken…
Gold prices rally took a breather in the UAE on Monday as prices were steady at the opening of the markets. According to the Dubai Jewellery Group data, the 24K variant of the yellow metal was trading at Dh264.0 per gram. While 22K, 21K and 18K were also unchanged at Dh244.5, Dh236.5 and Dh202.75 per gram, respectively. Spot gold was steady at $2,181.3 per ounce as of 9.10am UAE time. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The precious metal prices reached a record peak of $2194.99 on Friday on the back of a…
There weren’t a lot of surprise winners or upsets at the 2024 Oscars, but that doesn’t mean it wasn’t an entertaining show. As expected, Oppenheimer was the big winner at the 96th Academy Awards, with Christopher Nolan scoring his first wins for Best Picture and Best Director. Out of 11 nominations, Oppenheimer took home seven Oscars including Best Actor for Cillian Murphy, Best Supporting Actor for Robert Downey Jr., as well as the awards for original score, cinematography and film editing. Best Actress went to Emma Stone for her role in Poor Things, a film which also won best costume…
UAE on Sunday announced that the first day of Ramadan in the country will be marked on Monday, March 11, following the sighting of the Ramadan crescent moon. President Sheikh Mohamed took to X to share his wishes as the announcement was made. “With the start of Ramadan, I extend my best wishes to all those observing the holy month,” he said. “May this period of reflection and prayer bring us closer together and strengthen our bonds of unity and compassion. I wish you a blessed Ramadan filled with peace, harmony, and spiritual growth.” Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum,…
“Oppenheimer,” the blockbuster biopic about the race to build the first atomic bomb, claimed seven Academy Awards including the prestigious best picture trophy on Sunday as Hollywood celebrated a triumphant year in film. Irish actor Cillian Murphy won best actor for playing theoretical physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer, leader of the U.S. effort in the 1940s to create a weapon that ended World War Two. “Oppenheimer” director Christopher Nolan took home the directing Oscar. “We made a film about the man who created the atomic bomb, and for better or worse we are living in Oppenheimer’s world,” Murphy said as he…
Connections is the latest puzzle game from the New York Times. The game tasks you with categorizing a pool of 16 words into four secret (for now) groups by figuring out how the words relate to each other. The puzzle resets every night at midnight and each new puzzle has a varying degree of difficulty. Just like Wordle, you can keep track of your winning streak and compare your scores with friends. Some days are trickier than others. If you’re having a little trouble solving today’s Connections puzzle, check out our tips and hints below. And if you still can’t get…
Leading supermarkets in the UAE are keeping the prices of essentials stable even as shipping costs and regional issues continue to plague the supply chain. Houthi rebels have continued to attack cargo ships and tankers traversing the Red Sea — the world’s busiest trade route — since late last year, in retaliation for Israel’s war on Gaza. This has impacted the supply chain severely. However, supermarkets in the UAE have ensured that prices of staples remain unchanged during the holy month of Ramadan. Some admitted that maintaining the prices may only be possible as a short-term measure. “We have instructed…
Police officers have arrested a man who crashed a car into the gates of Buckingham Palace in London over the weekend, authorities said on Sunday. The Metropolitan Police said the car “collided with the gates” of the royal residence at 2.30am (0230 GMT) on Saturday. No one was injured in the incident. Armed officers arrested the man at the scene on suspicion of criminal damage and he was taken to hospital, the force said in a statement. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. After an assessment he was detained under the Mental Health…
The Los Angeles Lakers’ six-game homestand comes to a close tonight when they take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in a potential first-round preview. Tip-off is only moments away, at 9:30 p.m. ET, and will be televised on ESPN. There are a handful of different ways you can watch a live stream of the game, including three free options. The Best Way to Watch the Timberwolves vs Lakers Live Stream This is a non-free option, as Sling TV doesn’t offer a free trial, but it’s a good one if you want something cheap for the long-term. The “Sling Orange” channel bundle,…
UAE residents should brace themselves for more rain in the initial days of Ramadan, which will begin on Monday. On Tuesday, some regions of the country might encounter mild to moderate rainfall, as highlighted by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). However, residents need not fear the return of severe weather conditions, as the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) declared the end of these on Sunday. Speaking to Khaleej Times on Sunday, Dr Ahmed Habib a climate expert at the NCM, said, “Currently, there is a temperature rise. However, come Tuesday, we will experience the influence of…