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The smart home market in the UAE is forecasted to achieve a revenue of $76.4 million by the year 2024, a study showed. According to data from Statista.com, the market is expected to grow at a yearly rate of 10.49 per cent between 2024 and 2028 is anticipated, resulting in a projected market volume of $113.8 million by 2028. The household penetration rate is projected to increase from 15.7 per cent in 2024 to 22.9 per cent by 2028, Statista.com data showed. To cash in on this trend, Philips launched HomelD, a new application to connect all home devices. HomelD…
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) on Sunday launched the ‘Dubai Disaster Medicine Programme’, an initiative aimed at enhancing the city’s healthcare readiness during emergencies. The programme aims to raise the city’s medical response capacity during disasters, emergencies and crises through a unified and internationally accredited approach aligned with the practices of leading global institutions. The launch of the programme follows its accreditation by the European Centre for Disaster Medicine and the American College of Surgeons, among other accrediting bodies. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. This initiative is designed to support and enhance…
KardiaMobile 6-Lead MSRP $130.00 “If you want to get serious about ECG readings, the KardiaMobile 6-Lead is one of the best gadgets out there.” Pros Small, compact size Very easy to operate Six-lead EKG readings Ability to export data for clinical use Fair price Cons Extras can get pricey No free trial for optional subscription Have you seen TV ads for the AliveCor KardiaMobile 6-Lead Personal EKG Monitor? These commercials feature someone asking folks on the street whether their heart is healthy. Interestingly, most people don’t have a clue. This is where the tiny KardiaMobile device comes in. It works…
A few Dubai schools announced distance learning on Monday while most institutions will resume in-person classes after heavy rains lashed the emirate on Saturday. Despite a forewarning from the authorities earlier about the inclement weather, the downpour in the country resulted in widespread disruptions leading to road closures, vehicles submerged in water, and traffic tailbacks. Following the adverse situation, the education regulator of Dubai, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) on Sunday tweeted that if the weekend’s unpredictable weather led to rain damage, Dubai’s private schools, nurseries, and universities might implement remote learning on Monday. Taking to X, KHDA…
The bell of a new church built near Iraq’s ancient city of Ur chimed for the first time last week as part of a push to lure back pilgrims to a country that is home to one of the world’s oldest Christian communities. The church is part of a complex that rises from a desert plain in the shadow of the pyramid-shaped Ziggurat of Ur, a city traditionally believed to be the birthplace of the Prophet Abrahim that was visited by Pope Francis three years ago. Construction of the church is to be completed this month. Last week, the large…
The total number of business licences issued by the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) in 2023 grew by 2 per cent to 7,738, data showed. According to data issued by SEDD, renewed licences achieved a growth of 4.4 per cent , with 58,627 ones during 2023. This contributed to the emirate achieving a growth in the number of issued and renewed licences, which amounted to 4.1 per cent , with a total of 66,365 thousand issued and renewed licences during 2023. The report also recorded a qualitative increase in issued commercial and industrial licences, “Eitimad” licences, and e-Commerce, with rates…
Growing up in Abu Dhabi, Elham Al Marzooqi received her early musical education at her mother’s music institute, one of the pioneerin schools established in the Emirate during the 1980s. At the time, little did Elham know that her childhood passion would lead to her becoming the first Emirati woman to play cello professionally in the country. “My mum loved music and wanted to start something, so she just went for it. She was one of the pioneers for this and at the time, I didn’t have much of a choice; she insisted that I study music,” says Elham, 45,…
Former skipper Michael Vaughan fears not all England players have fully adapted to the existing team culture and feels the backroom staff is “made up of cheerleaders”. Vaughan suggested England must carry out an honest review of their 1-4 mauling in India by taking a leaf out of Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola’s book to breed an environment of ruthlessness. India completed a magnificent series triumph with an innings and 64-run victory inside three days in the fifth and final Test here on Saturday. “After a humbling series defeat in India, I strongly believe that a dose of honesty is…
Let’s face it: the Oscars aren’t for everyone. Even some movie fans can’t stand all the superficial pageantry, the endless thanking of people you haven’t heard of, and the inane interviews that occur on a red carpet that’s probably more expensive than your house. Want some alternatives? You can do worse than watch some movies on Hulu. In fact, you should watch the five movies on the list below. Some are past Oscar nominees, some were box office hits, and all of them are a guaranteed fun time. Need more suggestions? We also have guides to the best movies on…
Residents across the UAE grappled with unstable weather conditions on Saturday, March 9, as heavy rains, thunderstorms and lightning hit the country. As the evening approached and rains came to a halt, with skies slowly clearing up, residents were able to witness stunning rainbows, with all seven colours lifting up an otherwise dull, grey sky. Some even saw a double rainbow take over UAE skies. In a relief for residents today, UAE has announced an end to hazardous weather conditions across the country. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Here are some of…