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There’s something for movie lovers of all stripes on Hulu in January, which is one of the reasons why it’s among the top streaming destinations for films. This month, Hulu is welcoming the Uncharted feature film on January 15, and the streamer has already added The King of Comedy, Sommersby, and Straight Outta Compton to its movie library. That’s more than enough action, drama, romance, and music to get anyone through the month. Thankfully, Hulu hasn’t simply settled for adding those movies in January. Our full rundown of everything new on Hulu has even more options. But if you’re looking…
Victor Ponta shot the round of the day to win the regular monthly Senior Champions Tour (TSCT) over Abu Dhabi Golf Club’s National Course. Ponta’s 43 Stableford Points saw him triumph over a field of 40 players. Highlights of the 11-handicapper’s round were a birdie, a net eagle four-pointer on hole 1, and nines of 21 and 22, for the equivalent of a gross 76 (net 65). In the runner-up spot in Division A, seven points back, was Eun Joon with a solid 36 points off his scratch handicap which gave him the Best Gross prize. The Division B champion…
The Sopranos was not the first TV series to explore the mob, but it did break new ground by keeping the perspective solely on Tony Soprano (James Gandolfini) and his crime family, as well as his actual family, rather than splitting the focus with law enforcement. It also allowed an antihero like Tony to be the main character in his own story, which has now become common in TV series. For its time, The Sopranos was truly innovative and remains one of the best shows in TV history. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Sopranos, we’re taking a look…
Two-goal Akram Afif said Qatar had “forgotten about the World Cup” after the defending champions got their Asian Cup campaign off to a winning start in the tournament’s opening game on Friday. The hosts beat Lebanon 3-0 at the 88,000-capacity Lusail Stadium, where a Lionel Messi-inspired Argentina beat France on penalties in the World Cup final 13 months ago. Qatar suffered a disastrous 2022 World Cup on the pitch, making a first-round exit after losing all three games, the worst performance by a host in the history of the competition. But Afif said they were ready to make a fresh…
Input lag and response time might sound like very similar metrics, and it’s true they can both impact how your monitor or TV looks and feels, especially when you’re gaming. But they are very different things, and while you ideally want them to be as low as possible for the best gaming experience, there are different thresholds for what’s considered acceptable for each. And if you take your gaming seriously, one is more important than the other. Here’s how input lag and response time measure up and what you should look for when doing your next monitor upgrade. What is…
Boosting cultural tourism, the revival of the old town of Al Hira — dating back to four centuries ago — has been launched in Sharjah. Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, recently unveiled the memorial to commemorate the founding of the town of Al Hira in 1613, the year Al Qawasim tribe first arrived in the coastal enclave. Sheikh Sultan also opened the house of Sultan bin Abdullah bin Majid Al Owais which was converted into a 900-sq metre Al Hira Literary Majlis. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow…
A domestic flight of Japan’s All Nippon Airways returned to its departure airport on Saturday after a crack was found on the cockpit window of the Boeing 737-800 aircraft midair, a spokesperson for the airline said. Flight 1182 was en route to Toyama airport but headed back to the Sapporo-New Chitose airport after the crack was found on the outermost of four layers of windows surrounding the cockpit, the spokesperson said, adding there were no injuries reported among the 59 passengers and six crew. The aircraft was not one of Boeing’s 737 MAX 9 airplanes. These have been in the…
In a dazzling display of skill and sportsmanship, former Ukrainian international football star Andriy Shevchenko orchestrated a triumphant victory for his team ‘Kalba Leopards,’ in the coveted ‘Night of the Stars’ exhibition showpiece. The ‘Leopards’ clinched the cup after scoring a thrilling 8-5 victory over the ‘Mleiha Falcons’ led by Italian football legend Francesco Totti. The electrifying match unfolded at the Sharjah Sports Club Stadium on the third day of the “Sharjah’s Week of the Stars” held under the patronage of Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah…
A new month means Netflix will release new movies and shows in January. One of those films is Lift, a heist comedy starring Kevin Hart, Vincent D’Onofrio, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and Sam Worthington. And Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon, which hit Netflix at the end of December, is still one of the most popular films on the service. Both Lift and Rebel Moon are action films, one of the best genres in Netflix’s library. Below, you’ll find three action films to watch on Netflix in January. Our picks include the first entry from an iconic franchise, a cybersecurity thriller from a master, and the best film in…
Dubai authority imposes a hefty fine of not less than Dh20,000 along with jail time for two offences committed by drivers. The Public Prosecution warned drivers of not stopping after causing an accident or if the driver flees after meeting with an accident and there are injured people present. In both these cases, the authority imposes the above mentioned penalties. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The law requires the driver to provide all necessary assistance to those injured as a result of the accident. They are also required to report the accident…