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Jill Biden has written a children’s picture book about her White House cat, Willow, that will be published in June. Simon & Schuster announced on Wednesday that “Willow the White House Cat” tells the story of how the short-haired tabby ended up at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Aides previously had said the cat impressed Jill Biden after it jumped on stage as she spoke at a Pennsylvania farm during the 2020 presidential campaign. Biden later adopted the cat and named it after her hometown of Willow Grove, Pennsylvania. “As Willow bounds from room to room, exploring history in her new home,…

Arada has completed the first eight residential buildings in Naseej District, a new creative hub based at the Dh35 billion Aljada megaproject in Sharjah. Each of the 920 homes in the eight Tiraz buildings is close to an array high-quality cultural, artistic and retail destinations, including Il Teatro, a landmark performing arts space that has been designed by Japanese architect Tadao Ando. Featuring a range of studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, the Tiraz buildings overlook courtyards and open spaces, and are linked to the rest of Naseej District by a lushly landscaped urban park. Smart home features come as standard…

The MIA Art Collection recently unveiled its groundbreaking exhibition, “LAVINIA: In the Footsteps of a Female Italian Iconic Artist,” at the prestigious DIFC Dubai. Alejandra Castro Rioseco, the visionary Founder and Executive Director of MIA Art Collection, spearheaded this initiative. In a chat with City Times, Alejandra delved into the inspiration behind the project, the collaboration with DIFC Dubai, and the profound significance of showcasing the works of Lavinia Fontana and four contemporary Italian female artists. The exhibition is not merely a display of artistic prowess, she says, but a powerful narrative woven with historical, political, and gender equity themes.…

The trio of Dubai runners bidding for glory in Saturday’s $12 million Dubai World Cup (G1) were scattered across the starting gates as the ceremonial ‘Post Position’ draw at the at the Armani Hotel in Dubai’s iconic Burj Khalifa, brought smiles and grimaces in equal measure to all those present. Representatives of the 12 runners were assisted by smiling Emirates Airline stewardesses as they took turns to pick stalls for their horses under the supervision of the Dubai Racing Club. Eight-time UAE Champion Trainer Doug Watson secured the second post for his leading contender Kabirkhan while Emirati handler Musabbeh Al…

Whether you like to sprawl out to get your work done or ensure you have plenty of room for a gaming setup that can take on the best PC games, a desktop computer allows for a lot more room to grow than a laptop. There are a lot of desktop computer options out there, with many of the top brands offering pre-built PCs as well as the ability to customize internal components to suit your needs. Shopping the best desktop computers can be made all the better with a deal, which is why we’ve tracked down the best desktop computer…

As the holy month reaches its midpoint, a newlywed couple from different cultural backgrounds are embracing their first Ramadan together. Dania Al Darra, a 26-year-old Canadian of Syrian origin, and her Lebanese husband, Ghanem, are discovering the beauty of sharing their diverse customs and culinary delights during this sacred time. “It’s been really fun because we are both learning about each other’s preferences, in food, culture and Ramadan routine,” Dania told Khaleej Times. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Dania, who was born and raised in the UAE, has taken on the responsibility…

Tech start-ups in the UAE are poised to experience a more conducive ecosystem with an expected surge in funding thanks to the country’s booming venture capital market which is projected to reach $1.1 billion in 2024. Fuelled by proactive government initiatives and a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem, the UAE, which ranks second in the Middle East region and 28th globally in the Global start-up Ecosystem Index, has been leading the Mena fundraising in January amid a VC winter, according to data provided by Lucidity Insights. Analysts said that the venture capital market in the UAE is experiencing significant growth and development,…

One of the blessings of streaming services like Netflix is that, in addition to their libraries of original titles, they also have titles that come and go on a regular basis. While the introduction of new titles is always nice, the downside is that titles usually leave the service when new ones join. As March turns into April, we’re going to lose some genuinely great movies on Netflix. While you still have time, though, you should check these three very different movies out. Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore (1974) Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore – Original Theatrical Trailer Anyone who…

The GCC countries, inspired by the extensive European Schengen travel visa system, have unanimously approved a unified tourist permit. This unified visa will facilitate unrestricted movement among residents of the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, and Kuwait. While the Schengen-style visa is in the process of implementation, citizens of GCC nations can still benefit from their current visa-free travel privileges. Additionally, other residents can enjoy hassle-free travel through e-visa services. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Here’s a breakdown of the process for applying for an e-visa in each Gulf nation: Saudi…

The UAE’s Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) has issued a warning to investors regarding an unlicensed company allegedly impersonating the licensed UAE-based global broker, Equiti. Investors, including prominent figures like Dubai celebrity Lojain Omran, have reportedly fallen victim to the scam. In its warning issued on March 27, the SCA said that MRL Investments, operating under the website equiity.com, is not licensed by the authority and has no affiliation with Equiti Securities Currencies Brokers LLC (ESCB LLC) that operates under the licensed brand name of ‘Equiti’. SCA emphasised that Equiity has no connection with Equiti which is licensed by SCA…