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Reportage Properties 2023 sales up 60% to AED3.7bn Abu Dhabi,30 December 2023:Reportage Properties, the leading UAE real estate developer, sales top AED 3.7bn ($1 billion) during 2023, compared to AED2.3bn in 2022, a growth rate of more than 60%. Reportage Properties portfolio includes 29 projects in the UAE, Egypt, Turkey, and Morocco. The company confirmed that the continued increase in sales for the sixth year in a raw reflects their strong performance and ability to keep pace with market changes through providing distinguished real estate units that meet the requirements of various segments of investors, while continuing to launch new…

Multiplayer games are certainly at their best on the current-gen systems. With the power of the Xbox Series X, we’re seeing online experiences that were never possible before. Killer graphics, smoother frame rates, and slick loading screens make this the best time to jump into a game with your friends. The only question becomes: What game will you play? Rather than being strapped for choices, you’ll find that there are way too many options for multiplayer experiences on the Series X. Rather than waste your time and money on a lackluster or half-baked title, check out this list of the…

The Sharjah Municipality has announced free public parking to celebrate the New Year. On Monday, January 1, 2024, residents in Sharjah City will benefit from an exemption from parking fees. The standard paid parking system is set to resume on Tuesday, January 2, 2024. Vehicle owners must note that this exemption does not apply to the seven-day paid public parking zones, which remain operational throughout the week, including official holidays, and are identified by the blue parking information signs. However, regular parking fees will apply on Sunday. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.…

The health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza said on Saturday at least 21,672 people have been killed in the Palestinian territory since war with Israel erupted on October 7. A ministry statement said 165 Gazans were killed over the past 24 hours, while 56,165 others have been wounded in the fighting. The majority of casualties are civilians and 312 healthcare workers are among the dead, it added. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Israeli forces have rounded up thousands of Gazans during their ground offensive, with 99 healthcare workers still among the detainees, according…

FROM LAUGH OUT LOUD COMEDY TO A CELEBRATION OF THE SMURFS: PERFORMANCES AND SHOWS SET TO DAZZLE AND DELIGHT THIS DSF  Legendary British funnyman Michael McIntyre brings his unique brand of comedy to DSF  Smurf Village celebrates 65 years of the colourful characters at Mirdif City Centre during DSF   Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 30 December 2023:  Laughter, wonder and delight will fill the air at destinations citywide this Dubai Shopping Festival as some of the world’s finest comedians, most talented actors, and best loved characters gather for a wonder-filled line-up of live performances this festive season.    As Dubai’s favourite retail festival continues…

With New Year’s Eve just around the corner, countless plans are undoubtedly being made to ring in 2024. Audiences who’d prefer to avoid the chaos can have their own celebration right at home, with the perfect New Year’s Eve movies guaranteed to entertain and inspire. From the classic rom-com When Harry Met Sally to the unconventional crime pick The Godfather Part II, the best movies to watch on New Year’s Eve can help viewers start 2024 right. These are likely already queued up for many fans all over the world who have made these films part of their New Year’s…

Five iconic Dubai hotels will be renamed after Abu Dhabi National Hotels announced a collaboration with hotel groups Kempinski Hotels and Marriott International. From January 1, 2024, ADNH will operate these hotels under Kempinski, JW Marriott and Autograph Collection Hotels banners. Under the move, Address Boulevard will now be renamed to Kempinski The Boulevard, The Address Dubai Mall will be rebranded as Kempinski Central Avenue Dubai, The Address Dubai Marina will be called JW Marriott Hotel Marina, Vida Downtown Dubai Hotel to Hotel Boulevard, Autograph Collection and Manzil Downtown Dubai Hotel will be rebranded to The Heritage Hotel, Autograph Collection.…

Britain’s Emma Raducanu said she feels “reborn” as the former U.S. Open champion prepares to return to action at next week’s Auckland Classic following ankle and wrist surgeries. The 21-year-old missed much of 2023 after operations on both wrists and an ankle but will return to Auckland with a protected ranking a year after she exited the tournament in tears having rolled her ankle during a second round match. “Yeah, I feel reborn in a way. I feel fresh, I feel ready, I feel happy and I feel excited,” Raducanu told reporters on Saturday. Raducanu is now ranked 298th in…

Every year, advertisers pull out all the stops to try to find a new way to sell things to people. While those campaigns aren’t always a success, we get at least a few every year that are genuinely impressive. Contents 10. PopCorners, Breaking Bad9. Dunkin’, Ben Affleck8. Pepsi, Great Acting7. McDonald’s, Grimace’s Birthday6. Meow Wolf, Come Find Yourself at the Mall5. Ikea, Proudly Second Best4. Apple Music, Run This Town3. Uber, Best Friends2. Tubi, Interface Interruption1. Squarespace, The SingularityShow 5 more items These are the commercials that soared the highest during 2023 (and yes, many of them did come from…

Heads up public bus users: Several services will be temporarily suspended this New Year’s Eve, the Roads and Transport Authority announced on Saturday. A total of 25 routes will be suspended from Sunday, December 31, beginning at 3.30pm until 6am the following day, January 1. Meanwhile, RTA has ensured residents who will be watching NYE fireworks will have ample of public transport options. Both Dubai Metro and Tram will run non-stop for 40 hours – that is, from 8am on December 31 until the end of January 1 for the Metro and from 9am (December 31) until 1am on January…