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Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event has come and gone, but ut brought with it tthe all-new Galaxy S24 series. While the Ultra is the talk of the town, you may also find yourself deciding between the regular Galaxy S24 and the Galaxy S24 Plus. If you’re contemplating picking up an S24 for yourself, you may be wondering what the differences are between the regular S24 and the S24 Plus, aside from the size. Lucky for you, that’s where we come in. Here’s what you need to know. Galaxy S24 vs. S24 Plus: specs Samsung Galaxy S24 Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus Display…

Nearly 8 out of 10 – 78 per cent – of shoppers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia opted to buy items online after seeing them in-store and comparing prices between brands, according to a new survey released on Wednesday. Released by the shopping and financial services app Tabby, the study found that shoppers also prefer shopping online but appreciate expert in-person advice and will still overall opt for a mix of shopping experiences. Importantly, the role of social media is becoming increasingly important as data revealed that 45 per cent of buyers purchased items through social media, while 72…

Bushra Khan, the wife of Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who was sentenced to 14 years in jail on Wednesday, is known for her spirituality. Khan, 71, has often called Bushra his spiritual leader and she is known for her devotion to Sufism, a mystical form of Islam. Born Bushra Riaz Watto, she changed her name to Khan after her marriage. Her husband and followers commonly refer to her as Bushra Bibi or Bushra Begum, titles that in Urdu denote respect. She has kept a low profile since her marriage to Khan, a former cricket hero who has been…

Actor R. Madhavan has gone all out in his praise for the Hrithik Roshan-Deepika Padukone latest release Fighter. In a post on social media platform X, Madhavan showered love on the team of the action thriller for giving Indian cinema a “fantastic, super motivating, moving” film. “@justSidAnand —What an extraordinary film #Fighter is …with brilliant work by all concerned … Take a bow the entire cast and crew.. you guys have given Indian cinema a fantastic, super motivating, moving, and an archival film. This is simply going to be a hallmark of how truly international Indian cinema has become today.…

Dubai has launched a short-term ‘permit to practice’ to allow visiting medical professionals to practice in the UAE for three months, Dubai Health Authority (DHA) announced on Wednesday at the ongoing Arab Health Congress 2024. DHA said the initiative “plays a proactive role in equipping the local healthcare sector to handle emergencies, disasters, and crises. It enables healthcare facilities in the emirate to fulfill their demand for healthcare professionals and access medical expertise in specialised fields through the issuance of temporary permits for practicing the profession. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Dr…

The president of Saudi Arabian football said Roberto Mancini’s disappearing act before the end of the penalty shootout in the team’s Asian Cup exit was “completely unacceptable”. The Italian did not stick around to see South Korea’s Hwang Hee-chan eliminate his Saudi side in the last 16 in Doha with the decisive spot-kick. Following a 1-1 draw, South Korea won 4-2 on penalties on Tuesday and will face Australia in the quarter-finals in Qatar. Mancini, 59, apologised afterwards for walking down the tunnel before their fate was sealed, saying: “I thought it was finished.” “When you lose a penalty (shootout)…

Whether it’s a constant stream of spam messages or that persistent ex who won’t take “no” for an answer, blocking text messages is something you need to learn how to do. Whether you use an iPhone or an Android smartphone, the process is probably quicker and more painless than you think. No matter what kind of phone you have, if you’re wondering how to block text messages — and even unwanted phone calls — it’s easy, and we’ll show you how. Blocking text messages on iPhoneBlocking texts in iOS is easy and you can do so directly from the Messages…

Ambassadors and diplomats from 42 countries visited the BAPS Hindu Mandir to witness the ongoing progress of the Middle East’s first traditional stone temple. The envoys convened at the temple on the invitation of Sunjay Sudhir, the Indian Ambassador to the UAE. “It seemed impossible, but the dream has truly become a reality,” Sudhir said as the temple is nearing completion and scheduled to be inaugurated by Mahant Swami Maharaj and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 14. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. More than 60 dignitaries, including ambassadors and diplomats,…

An Indian state ruled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party is set to introduce new common personal laws that will apply across religions next week, a template other state officials say they will look to follow. Currently, India’s Hindus, Muslims, Christians and large tribal populations can follow their own personal laws and customs, or an optional secular code, for marriage, divorce, adoption and inheritance. Framing a national common law has been one of the three core, decades-old promises of Modi’s Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP). It has fulfilled the other two: Building a grand Hindu temple, and removing the autonomy of…

WILL gold prices hit another all-time high this year after a 13 per cent annual rise in 2023? With expected interest rate cuts and cooling inflation on the horizon, what is the gold price forecast for 2024 and beyond? It’s a million dollar question, and experts are not certain that the yellow metal will surpass an all-time high of $2,135.40 per ounce recorded on December 4, 2023. Leading investment banks, research analysts and market experts are convinced that gold is expected to sustain its upward trend this year, but it is unlikely to set a new record before 2025. In…