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A new centre has been opened by VFS Global in Abu Dhabi to process France visa applications, not only for the Capital but for all seven emirates. Located at The Mall – World Trade Centre, Khalifa Bin Zayed the 1st Street, the centre was inaugurated on December 18 by Soumya Zelmat, Consul of France in Abu Dhabi. Applicants can apply remotely through the ‘Visa At Your Doorstep’ service, or in person at the centre. Commenting on the launch of the new centre, Soumya Zelmat said, “The opening of this new visa centre entirely dedicated to France reaffirms our commitment to…

Unbeatable deals this DSF Save BIG with EROS’ Shopping Festival Get ready to celebrate the Dubai Shopping Festival with Eros Electronics’ Exclusive Deals Across All Categories From December 8th to January 15th, 2024 From trade-ins to a chance to win an iPad, discounts and more, EROS is committed to making the shopping experience better this DSF  United Arab Emirates: The UAE’s trusted retailer and distributor for consumer electronics for 54 years, Eros, is thrilled to announce its participation in the upcoming Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), presenting an exclusive shopping experience. Between December 8, 2023, and January 15, 2024, Eros is offering customers an unparalleled opportunity to explore a…

Smart glasses have had a bad reputation ever since the Google Glass days. Despite iterations on the technology, public perception hasn’t changed much, and that’s made it hard for smart glasses to take off in any meaningful way. That might be finally changing. The new Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses have enjoyed a viral boom on TikTok, resulting in hundreds of millions of views on some videos. Jules Terpak recently tweeted about the phenomenon, highlighting four examples. That’s just a small sample of the vast number of videos that feature Meta’s smart glasses in this style. A trend has been going…

Parents in the UAE are hailing the introduction of a novel work permit enabling private lessons for students outside traditional educational environments. They see this as a gateway to more affordable and lawful private tutoring for their children. Those eligible for this opportunity include registered educators in both government and private schools, workers in government and private sectors, individuals without employment, as well as school students aged 15 to 18 and university students. Speaking to Khaleej Times, some of the residents in UAE highlighted that formalising the private tuition process will empower parents to engage with various private tutors that…

Introduction: In an era where financial accuracy is paramount, understanding accounting standards is crucial. This article delves into essential aspects of these standards, offering insights that are vital for businesses aiming to navigate the complex landscape of financial reporting and taxation. Accrual vs. Cash Basis of Accounting: The choice between Accrual and Cash Basis of Accounting can significantly impact how a business reports its financial health. The Accrual method, recognizing revenues and expenses when they are incurred, provides a more comprehensive view of financial position, while the Cash Basis, recording transactions only when cash changes hands, offers simplicity and immediacy.…

St. George’s University School of Medicine True Blue Campus Opens Doors to Global Education Experts through Familiarization Program Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 18 December 2023 – St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine hosted a three-day familiarization program for over 20 international education agents and school advisors from around the globe. The second edition of the program this year allowed attendees to explore the University’s medical curriculum and tour SGU’s True Blue campus in Grenada, in the Caribbean. Delegates received a comprehensive overview of SGU’s MD program, pathways, and robust student support services led by SGU faculty and senior leaders.…

NASA has achieved an impressive first by streaming an ultra-HD video to Earth by laser from 19 million miles away. “This will pave the way for higher-data-rate communications in support of the next giant leap: sending humans to Mars,” the space agency said in a social media post on Monday announcing the feat. The footage was created here on Earth before being sent to deep space with NASA’s Psyche mission, which launched in October. It features a cat named Taters chasing a laser pointer because … well … everyone loves a cat video. And here it is: The Video NASA’s…

Simona Halep is unsure if she will play again if the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) does not uphold her appeal against a four-year doping suspension, the Romanian former world No.1 has said. In September, the 32-year-old former Wimbledon and French Open champion was banned by the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) for four years for two separate anti-doping rule violations. Halep, who had been provisionally suspended since October 2022 after testing positive for banned blood-booster roxadustat at the US Open last year, said she would appeal the ITIA’s decision to sport’s highest court. On Tuesday, CAS said the…

If you’re unfamiliar with Insignia, it’s a budget-friendly brand made by Best Buy to essentially compete with Amazon’s Fire TVs, and it does a pretty good job of it. Prices for Insignia TVs are excellent, and you can get bigger sizes with great features for a small amount of cash. For example, this 55-inch F30 Series TV from Insignia is the perfect TV for those who want a large 4K TV at a good price since you can get it off Best Buy for just $240. That’s a $110 discount from the original $350 price tag, so it’s worth grabbing…

A new mosque built and named after Indonesian President Joko Widodo has been officially opened to the public in Abu Dhabi. The Mosque of President Joko Widodo, located in the Abu Dhabi diplomatic area, is on the street named after the Indonesian president. The construction of the mosque started in 2021 and was completed in October. It can accommodate up to 2,500 worshippers. The inauguration was conducted by Suhail Al Mazroei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, and other officials. As part of the opening ceremony, the minister planted a mango tree. Ust. Salman Alfarisi, the Indonesian Imam, performed the Zuhr…