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After a loved one passes away, the most difficult part are the final goodbyes. With UAE hosting a diverse range of ethnic background and religions, the funeral process may be different among residents residing in the country. Apart from putting in place a straightforward 5-step process for post-death formalities in the country, the Emirates has also placed strict laws and hefty penalties around burial and funeral procedures, ensuring homogeneity and safety. These ensure families are able to bid farewell to their departed ones in peace, while complying with the law and giving due respect to those who have passed away.…

A Pakistani court sentenced a Muslim woman to life in prison after finding her guilty of burning pages of Islam’s holy book, a prosecutor said Friday. Under Pakistan’s blasphemy laws, anyone found guilty of insulting the religion or religious figures can be sentenced up to death. While authorities have yet to carry out a death sentence for blasphemy, just the accusation can provoke riots. Government prosecutor Mohazib Awais said the woman, Aasiya Bibi, was arrested in 2021 on blasphemy charges after residents claimed she desecrated the Quran by burning its pages. Awais said the judge announced the verdict Wednesday in…

UAE residents using Google Chrome were urged on Friday to check their browsers and ensure they are using the latest version. The country’s Cybersecurity Council issued an advisory, warning the public of “several high-risk vulnerabilities” that were detected in the browser. These glitches could allow an attacker to hack into one’s system and “execute a code”, it added. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Google released a security update a couple of days ago to address the issue, so users are strongly advised to update their Chrome browser. Getting the latest version can…

The International Space Station (ISS) is about to take delivery of several ultra-high-definition cameras that will offer free access to live-streamed Earth imagery from 250 miles up. The 4K system is the work of a British firm called Sen, which already beams live video of Earth from a small satellite that it launched two years ago. Charles Black, the boss and founder of Sen, told BBC Radio on Thursday that one of the three cameras will over a wide-angle panoramic scene capturing sunrises and sunsets, another will point straight down for a tighter view revealing features as small as 197…

The UAE condemned the terrorist attack that killed three people and injured 12 others in Afghanistan’s Kandahar city on Thursday. The bombing happened at a busy bank — and all of the victims were people who had gathered there to collect their monthly salaries, government authorities said. Daesh claimed responsibility for the suicide bombing. The UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Mofa) expressed its “strong condemnation of these criminal acts, and its permanent rejection of all forms of violence and terrorism that aim to destabilise security and stability”. Mofa also conveyed its sincere condolences to the Afghan community, especially the families…

Strands is a brand new daily puzzle from the New York Times. A trickier take on the classic word search, you’ll need a keen eye to solve this puzzle. Like Wordle, Connections, and the Mini Crossword, Strands can be a bit difficult to solve some days. There’s no shame in needing a little help from time to time. If you’re stuck and need to know the answers to today’s Strands puzzle, check out the solved puzzle below. How to play Strands You start every Strands puzzle with the goal of finding the “theme words” hidden in the grid of letters.…

As the clock strikes 5:30 in the evening, thousands of residents of Abu Hail, Hor Al Ainz, Baraha, and other neighbouring localities make their way to the Beit Al Kheir Society’s mass iftar tent. The Society extends its reach to 71 locations in the UAE, distributing 35,300 meals daily during Ramadan. Meals are prepared in 55 kitchens nationwide, where a team of 94 volunteers ensures the seamless execution of this noble cause. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. In the Hor Al Ainz neighbourhood of Old Dubai alone, volunteers welcome more than 3,500…

Gold prices fell over Dh2 per gram in the UAE at the opening of the markets on Friday. The 24K variant of the yellow metal was trading at Dh263 per gram on Friday morning as compared to Dh265.25 at the close of the markets on Thursday, according to Dubai Jewellery Group data. Similarly, 22K, 21K and 18K opened lower at Dh243.50, Dh235.75 and Dh202 per gram, respectively. [Editor’s Note: For real-time gold rates, click in the widget below or visit KT’s dedicated Trading News page here.] Gold prices shot up Dh5 per gram at the opening of the markets on…

In an unexpected turn of events, British couple Sebastian and Vicky Bates found themselves drawn to the vibrant allure of the UAE when they visited a friend here in 2018. Captivated by its dynamic energy and endless opportunities, they made the bold decision to plant their roots in this desert oasis and make it their home. Now, the parents of two youngsters, Molly (6) and Max (3), they are the founders and proprietors of the UAE’s premier martial arts school — The Warrior Academy. It is now an award-winning global Martial Arts organisation responsible for developing the character of 30,000…

Star India pacer Jasprit Bumrah on Friday joined the five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) winner Mumbai Indians (MI) training camp ahead of the upcoming season. In IPL 2023, Bumrah missed the tournament after sustaining a back stress injury. The star pacer made his debut in the 2013 season of the tournament with the Mumbai-based franchise, following that, he has appeared in 120 matches in which he bagged 145 wickets at an economy rate of 7.4. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The official social media handle of the Mumbai-based franchise shared the news…