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Real estate agent Clementina Kongslund came to the UAE from Romania in 2010 in the wake of the financial crisis. Now 46, she reflects on her relationship with money. If you had to use one word to describe money, what would it be? Comfort. If you had to write a letter to money, what would you say? Dear Money, it is said that you do not bring happiness, but I’m sure you can contribute hugely to it. So please, come my way with love and health. How would you describe your relationship with money? If I don’t have to manage…

Iga Swiatek dominated Maria Sakkari to win the Indian Wells final 6-4 6-0 on Sunday and claim the title for a second time in the California desert. In a rematch of the 2022 final, world number one Swiatek came out firing, building a 3-0 lead before Sakkari worked her way back into the set for 4-4. But on her third set point, the Pole dragged Sakkari from one side of the court to the other before capturing the opener with a forehand winner. Swiatek, who did not drop a set all tournament, dominated the second, crushing a running backhand for…

If you live in a place where today’s trendiest media providers and high-speed internet service providers won’t lift a finger to get you service, you may have become adjusted to being a beggar. But Dish knows better and is upgrading you to a chooser via their high-quality satellite live TV streaming service. If you’re currently a DirecTV customer, you get a $300 gift card when you switch to Dish and use code DTV2DISH. It can be used on their service — which can be as low as $85 per month — or whatever else you want it to be used for.…

Royal Challengers Bangalore won their maiden Women’s Premier League (WPL) title after their spinners restricted Delhi Captials to 113, setting the stage for an eight-wicket victory with just three balls to spare in New Delhi on Sunday. Chasing a modest total, Bangalore started slowly and weathered the loss of openers Sophie Devine (32) and captain Smriti Mandhana (31) before Ellyse Perry (35 not out) and Richa Ghosh (17 not out) led them to victory in the final over. Delhi captain Meg Lanning won the toss and chose to bat, the same decision she made last year when her team lost…

Analysts hold differing opinions when assessing the impact of the recent announcement of a 20 per cent tax on foreign banks’ income in Dubai. Some argue that foreign banks might increase fees in response to the tax, passing the additional cost to customers. On the other hand, there are suggestions that some banks may choose to absorb the tax burden themselves to remain competitive. Experts said that a 20 per cent tax on foreign banks in Dubai aims to align the ‘old’ Emirate-level Corporate Tax regime with the newly introduced 9 per cent Federal Corporate Tax regime and provides the…

With over 17.1 million smartphone users in the UAE, it is safe to assume that most individuals carry their mobile devices virtually everywhere. However, despite this constant companionship, many do not think about cleaning phones regularly. A recent study at the University of Arizona revealed that mobile phones carry ten times more bacteria than a toilet seat. Supporting this revelation, doctors in the UAE highlighted cell phones as high-touch surfaces vulnerable to contamination in multiple hotspots, such as in bathrooms and food-contact surfaces. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Despite the high usage…

Holders Manchester City will play Chelsea in the FA Cup semifinals in an all-Premier League clash next month while Manchester United take on Coventry City after the draw for the last four was made on Sunday. United won a thrilling quarterfinal against Liverpool, beating their arch rivals 4-3 in extra time to deny Juergen Klopp a fairytale sendoff in his final season. The Anfield side were in contention for four trophies before Sunday’s loss. Coventry are the lowest ranked side left in the competition after the Championship club upset Wolverhampton Wanderers 3-2 on Saturday with two injury-time goals to reach…

This is March. Those three words signal the beginning of March Madness and the return of the greatest tournament in sports, the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship. The 68 teams in the tournament will be revealed during the 2024 NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship Selection Show. By Sunday evening, 32 teams have automatically qualified for the tournament by winning a conference. The remaining 36 teams will be granted an at-large bid from the NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball Selection Committee. This 10-member group will determine the at-large bids through several factors, including quality wins and NET ranking. The Selection Committee…

Yasir Khaqan, a security guard at a hospital in Abu Dhabi, tirelessly devotes long hours to his work, welcoming and assisting every individual who enters the facility. Despite experiencing fatigue during Ramadan and facing demanding work schedule, Yasir remains undeterred by the challenges he faces during his work hours. His unwavering commitment to his duties embodies the spirit of compassion and service. “We often confront urgent situations where quick assistance is crucial for the patient and their companions. My responsibility involves welcoming everyone and guiding them swiftly through the hospital. I ensure they reach the nearest elevator without delay. While…

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Sunday to send ground forces into Gaza’s southern Rafah city despite growing international concern over the fate of Palestinian civilians sheltering there. Netanyahu, whose security and war cabinets were later due to discuss latest international efforts towards a truce deal, stressed that “no amount of international pressure will stop us from realising all the goals of the war”. “To do this, we will also operate in Rafah,” he told a cabinet meeting, hours before he was set to meet visiting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz for talks on the war raging since October 7. Israel…