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What do you like to do when you travel? Do you prefer taking in the history and culture of a foreign land, or checking out the nightlife? Maybe you choose to spend the day relaxing in the spa, or hiking and taking in the beauty of nature. Whichever activity floats your boat, you can do it to your heart’s content in Japan. The island nation has long been a sought-after tourist destination, seeing over 2.4 million international visitors in 2023, according to the official Japan tourism website. With tourism surpassing 2019 pre-pandemic levels, Japan has made it easier than ever…

As they seek investments that will beat inflation, UAE residents are showing as much appetite for speculative bets on cryptocurrencies, particularly amongst younger investors (18-24) as they are for funds that buy shares in companies, according to a new survey from International Financial Group Ltd (IFGL). In its poll conducted in late 2023 with over 1,000 UAE residents, IFGL found that one in ten view cryptocurrencies as the best way to generate inflation-beating returns, with the greatest interest coming from Emiratis; equal to those who choose mutual funds and just ahead of those who choose exchange-traded funds (9%). Gold, preferred…

If you’re a fan of all things film, TV, sci-fi, anime, manga, gaming, comics, and collectibles, mark your calendars for the ultimate celebration – the Middle East Film & Comic Con (MEFCC) 2024. To be held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), Halls 8 & 9, from February 9-11, this iconic event promises an exhilarating and unforgettable experience for enthusiasts and geeks alike. MEFCC, in strategic partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), boasts a rich 12-year legacy of celebrating the diverse realms of pop culture. From movies and TV shows…

Dayana Yastremska extended her dream run at the Australian Open on Wednesday to become the first women’s qualifier to reach the semifinals in 45 years but made sure to remind tennis fans about her countrymen fighting in Ukraine. Getting to the pointy end of the year’s first Grand Slam was not a specific goal for the 23-year-old, but instead she has focused on keeping her emotions in check after battling personal challenges, which she did not want to talk about. “I was just trying to enjoy playing here,” Yastremska told reporters after beating Czech teen Linda Noskova 6-3 6-4. Fresh…

بيوت يصدر تقرير السوق العقاري للمبيعات والإيجار في دبي لعام 2023 طفرات غير مسبوقة في سوق دبي العقارية وسط مبيعات قياسية تسجيل مبيعات تاريخية في سوق دبي بما يقارب 410 مليارات درهم أسعار مبيعات الشقق والفلل في الأحياء الأكثر طلبًا في دبي تسجل زيادات تتراوح بين 4% و%21 **حيدر خان: قطاع العقارات في دبي حافظ على مسار نمو تصاعدي يبعث التفاؤل تقدم ملحوظ في أسعار العقارات مدعوم بالطلب المتزايد من قبل المستثمرين والباحثين عن سكن نتوقع تزايد الطلب على العقارات في 2024 مع إطلاق مشاريع جديدة دبي، الإمارات العربية المتحدة، الأربعاء، 24 يناير 2024: كشف موقع بيوت، البوابة العقارية الرائدة…

Gamers will be delighted at the $400 saving they can enjoy on the LG 45-inch UltraGear OLED Curved Gaming Monitor that’s currently available at Best Buy. Usually priced at $1,700, it’s down to $1,300 for a limited time only making it one of the best monitor deals around at the moment. While it’s still a premium price, this is a high-end gaming monitor that will delight you for a long time to come. If you’re keen to learn more, keep reading or simply tap the buy button below. Why you should buy the LG 45-inch UltraGear OLED Curved Gaming Monitor…

Sharjah Charity International (SCI) covered the tuition fees of 1,894 students for a total of Dh13.2 million in 2023 through its philanthropic initiative ‘Student Support’. SCI also dedicated Dh6.9 million to educational initiatives outside the country, helping students overseas. The Student Support initiative provides tuition and academic expenses to financially disadvantaged students, allowing them to continue their education. Expressing heartfelt gratitude to the contributors, Al Manai emphasised the crucial role of these significant donations in making the ‘Student Support’ initiative a resounding success. He added that the aid is specifically directed towards children from financially strained and disadvantaged households, providing…

Youth appeal and ambitious plans to combat climate change form the core of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s effort to become prime minister of Pakistan, which, if successful, would make him its youngest premier since his mother Benazir was in office. As general elections near on February 8, the 35-year-old, a former foreign minister and scion of a family that gave the nation two prime ministers, called for new ideas and leadership to calm political and economic instability. “The implications of the decisions taken today are going to be faced by the youth of Pakistan,” Bhutto Zardari told Reuters in Larkana, his…

Property buyers in Dubai are no longer required to make a minimum down payment of Dh1 million to be eligible for the Golden Visa, as the government has eased the criteria for real estate investors. If the property’s value exceeds Dh2 million, owners opting for a payment plan or mortgage can apply for the long-term visa, Khaleej Times can reveal. The owner can apply for the 10-year residency regardless of the amount paid upfront, an executive explained. “Off-plan properties could be considered on a case-to-case basis. Applicants need to submit the title deed of the property, letter from the developer…

The start of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open is just around the corner and three additional wild cards have now been announced, with Saudi Arabia’s Yara Alhogbani and Japan’s Ena Koike entering the qualifiers, while Philippines’ Alexandra Eala will participate in the main draw at the second instalment of the tournament. This year’s competition takes place at the International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City, on February 3-11, featuring a star-studded line-up including the likes of Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina, Greece’s Maria Sakkari and Czech Republic’s Barbora Krejčíková. With Grand Slam-winners Naomi Osaka and Emma Raducanu, along with fan favourite Ons Jabeur,…