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Crypto Oasis Ventures, the inceptor of the fastest-growing Blockchain ecosystem in the world, the Crypto Oasis, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading financial hub in Dubai. Under the terms of the MOU, Crypto Oasis Ventures will support the DIFC Innovation Hub with subject matter expertise for their ongoing and upcoming start-up accelerator programmes. The announcement coincides with Crypto Oasis Ventures official opening of its second office in the DIFC Innovation Hub for its Venture Studio. The move signifies Crypto Oasis Ventures’ commitment to expanding its presence in Dubai and further strengthens…

Dubai is gearing up for a magical night of melodies and unity as Baja Nights takes centre stage on October 16. This unique event is set to celebrate music as the purest art form while providing a platform for local artists and musicians to shine. Baja Nights isn’t just another music event; it’s a gathering of like-minded souls who share an unbreakable bond through the universal language of music. These passionate individuals, hailing from diverse professional backgrounds, all have one thing in common—a profound love for music and rhythm. This one-of-a-kind celebration is the brainchild of Jyoti Karmali, a prominent…

Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka regaled his audiences at the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) on Wednesday with a story about the time he pretended to be Morgan Freeman. Speaking to a a roomful of children, he recounted how a family mistook him for the famous Hollywood actor and expressed their admiration for him while he was on a plane. “The family had young children and I didn’t want to disappoint them,” he said. “So I kind of played along. And when we were getting off the plane, the family was waiting for me with their notebooks. So then what do…

A specially commissioned statue of Frankie Dettori has today been unveiled at Ascot Racecourse by Queen Camilla. The bronze depicts the world-famous Italian jockey mounted on a horse and is located by the Grandstand Lawn. It was designed by artist and sculptor Tristram Lewis and will act as a permanent reminder of Frankie’s unparalleled contribution to racing at Ascot. The bronze was cast by Fonderia Artista Art’ù di Gaetano Salmista of Florence and Pemburys Fine Arts Ltd., with the Italian art foundry chosen as a natural partner to create the bronze of one of Italy’s greatest ever sporting heroes. Dettori’s…

Apple did not release new iPads this year, despite October rumors saying the contrary. However, it’s likely to do so in 2024 with one significant change on the horizon. According to ET News, Apple will release the first iPad Pro models with organic light-emitting diodes (OLED) sometime next year. Perhaps in even bigger news, Apple also plans on increasing the size of the iPad mini from 8.3 inches to 8.7 inches. According to the fresh report, an 8.7-inch iPad mini will debut in 2026 alongside a new 10.9-inch iPad Air. The following year, a 12.9-inch iPad Air will debut for…

A Qatar Airways flight from Doha touched down at Ras Al Khaimah International Airport on November 1 shortly after 10pm, marking the resumption of services on the route. With just one hour flight from Qatar Airways’ Doha hub Hamad International Airport, passengers will now enjoy seamless entry into Ras Al Khaimah. As part of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority’s (RAKTDA) strategy to enhance global connectivity to the emirate, the partnership will strengthen international travel to Ras Al Khaimah. The flights will offer greater choice, flexibility and opportunities for international travellers looking to explore the nature emirate, leveraging Qatar Airways’…

The Royal Oman Police have resuced an Emirati woman who was injured on a mountain in the Gulf country. According to the authority, the woman was climbing the mountain when she fell, injuring herself. A rescue operation was carried out by police personnel in a helicopter. A video shared on social media shows a policeman strapped to a stretcher on which the Emirati woman was laid out. The pair are then hoisted onto the helicopter, which flies away from the mountain when they are securely inside. Watch the video here: The woman was transported to Nizwa Reference Hospital to be…

The UAE Cabinet has issued new decisions related to tax procedures, penalties and exemptions. Under the Cabinet Decision No. (75) of 2023, administrative penalties will be imposed by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) for violations related to corporate tax law from August 1, 2023, on taxable persons, whether an individual or a legal entity, who does not comply with the corporate tax law. The penalties will be applied in cases of failure to file and pay corporate tax due on time, including the failure of the registrant to inform the FTA of any case that may require the amendment of…

Dubai’s renowned dinner show destination, Theater, is set to thrill with a new show, ‘Lost in Time’ which launches on Wednesday and fabulous entertainment and gastronomy with musical history. As one of the most unique entertainment hotspots in the Middle East, Theater is committed to presenting real artists and incredible shows while serving up delicious and innovative dishes created by award winning Chef Mattheus Stinnissen. With the debut of ‘Lost in Time’, Theater continues to push the boundaries of entertainment, offering an immersive experience unlike anything seen before. An epic journey through the eras, ‘Lost in Time’, the concept of…

Suad Al-Araimi, author of the Emirati novel, ‘Happened in Sebeya’ clinched the esteemed Best Emirati Novel Award this year. The book, published by Dar Al Saqi, earned her this prestigious title on Thursday at the ongoing Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF). Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, the Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), recognised the winners of the 42nd SIBF Awards and the 15th Etisalat Award for Arabic Children’s Literature. The SIBF awards cover a wide range of categories, such as the Sharjah Award For An Emirati Book in four categories, the Best Emirati Novel, Best Emirati Academic…