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The best films of 2023 will be honored at the 2024 Oscars. Also known as the 96th Academy Awards, the 2024 Oscars will feature some of the biggest and brightest stars Hollywood has to offer, including Margot Robbie, Robert Downey Jr., Emma Stone, Ryan Gosling, Lily Gladstone, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, and more. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will award Oscars in 23 categories, with the top prize being Best Picture. Jimmy Kimmel returns to host for the fourth time. Oppenheimer leads the field with 13 nominations, followed by Poor Things with 11, Killers of the Flower Moon with 10, and Barbie…

In the enchanting backdrop of Al Seef Dubai, the ‘India by the Creek’ festival reached its grand finale on a third day filled with artistic crescendos, creating an enduring cultural bridge between India and the UAE. The inaugural event, a collaboration between the Consulate General of India and Teamwork Arts (the producers of Jaipur Literature Festival) presented by Dubai Duty Free and guided by associate producer Ravi Menon, brought together a rich tapestry of Indian and Emirati cultures, showcasing the shared values and enduring friendship between the two nations. The closing day commenced with a mesmerising symphony of classical to…

The crescent moon, which marks the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan, was sighted on Sunday evening in Saudi Arabia, according to local media. Therefore, today, March 10, is the last day of the month of Sha’ban, and the holy month will begin on Monday, March 11. Ramadan, determined by the lunar Islamic calendar in which months span either 29 or 30 days, commences and concludes based on the sighting of the crescent moon. Hence, Ramadan is not set on any specific days annually. Earlier, Saudi Arabia had called on Muslims to sight the crescent of the holy month…

In the fast-evolving dictionary of modern business, the term “sustainability” has finally transcended its initial buzzword status to become a core tenet guiding the future of commerce. This shift isn’t evident anywhere more so than in the UAE, where the fusion of long-standing traditions and relentless innovation is par for the course, and paints a fertile landscape for green business practices. Though the UAE remains grounded in the visionary foresight of its forefathers, it has relentlessly stewarded the implementation of environmentally geared, cutting-edge innovation, which was showcased dramatically on the global stage at last year’s COP 28, as the rest…

As UAE marks the arrival of Ramadan, we bring you seven tips for you to remain healthy during the Holy month. Prioritise hydration Consume 8 to 10 glasses of water between iftar and suhoor to maintain hydration levels. Incorporate water-rich fruits and vegetables like apples, watermelons, cucumbers, berries, and spinach into your diet to boost energy throughout the day. Strategically time your exercise To ensure effective workouts during Ramadan, plan your exercise routine thoughtfully. Avoid strenuous activities, such as aerobic classes, during midday when dehydration is a concern. Opt for a power walk with your family or friends either just…

In the enchanting backdrop of Al Seef Dubai, the ‘India by the Creek’ festival reached its grand finale on a third day filled with artistic crescendos, creating an enduring cultural bridge between India and the UAE. The inaugural event, a collaboration between the Consulate General of India and Teamwork Arts (the producers of Jaipur Literature Festival) presented by Dubai Duty Free and guided by associate producer Ravi Menon, brought together a rich tapestry of Indian and Emirati cultures, showcasing the shared values and enduring friendship between the two nations. The closing day commenced with a mesmerising symphony of classical to…

Alexis Mac Allister fired home a second-half penalty as Liverpool salvaged a point against Manchester City in a breathless 1-1 Premier League blockbuster at Anfield on Sunday that left Arsenal top of the table. Liverpool are second but level on 64 points with the Gunners, with 10 games remaining of a thrilling three-way title race. Holders City, who are unbeaten in 21 games across all competitions, are third on 63. Arsenal climbed top with their 2-1 win against Brentford on Saturday. City looked poised to hand manager Pep Guardiola his second victory in nine trips to the cauldron of Anfield…

While Mario has become the face of Nintendo, and perhaps video games as a whole, it’s important to remember that it was in a Donkey Kong game that he really became an icon. Since then, our beloved ape has bounced between being friend and foe of the plumber, as well as broken free to star in his own series of games with an expanded cast of friends and enemies. It’s been a long time since we’ve been graced with one of his banana-fueled adventures, so we decided this was as good a time as any to look back at Dinkey…

France’s President Emmanuel Macron said a bill on assisted dying would go before parliament in May, speaking in an interview published by French media on Sunday. Only adults with full control of their judgement, suffering an incurable and life-threatening illness in the short to medium term and whose pain cannot be relieved will be able to “ask to be helped to die”, Macron told newspapers La Croix and Liberation. Minors and patients suffering psychiatric or neurodegenerative conditions such as AlZheimer’s will not be eligible. If medical professionals give their consent, a lethal substance will be prescribed for the patient, who…

Driven by expectations of imminent interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, gold prices are on track for their largest weekly increase in five months before hitting $2,200 in the first half and $2,300 in the second half of this year. According to precious metals analysts, the main factors affecting gold’s price are inflation, rising demand from central banks, de-dollarisation of developing economies, microeconomic situation, and geopolitics. Other factors favouring the yellow metal’s impending historical rally are geopolitical uncertainty and the likely weakening of the dollar. The anticipation of an impending rate cut grew following remarks by Federal Reserve Chair…