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Pre-owned car prices in the UAE fell at nearly 15 per cent last year as deliveries of new cars improved along with inflow of new players into the market, especially from China. Industry players say that prices could drop further this year but stabilise later as demand is projected to pick up further with further population growth. Also, there could be a spike in sales during Ramadan 2024 when auto dealers launch massive discounts and campaigns. According to automotive digital platform AlgoDriven, prices dropped 14.8 per cent last year as new car inventories increased post-Covid-19 impact on the automotive industry’s…

In a world increasingly reliant on artificial intelligence (AI) and the vast expanse of digital data, Nizar Habash, a computer scientist specialising in natural language processing and computational linguistics, stands at a unique crossroads. With the rise of advanced AI systems such as ChatGPT holding the potential to completely transform our world, it’s important to note that majority of these platforms primarily operate in English. with other languages like Arabic can facing setbacks due to limited online data. With extensive research spanning across machine translation, morphological analysis, and computational modelling of Arabic and its dialects, Habash’s research offers insights on…

The European Space Agency (ESA) has shared remarkable images showing one of its satellites in what it describes as a “tumbling descent.” ESA’s European Remote Sensing 2 satellite (ERS-2) is expected to burn up during reentry into Earth’s atmosphere on Wednesday. The images (below) were captured around three weeks ago by Australian commercial imaging company HEO when the satellite was at an altitude of around 150 miles (300 kilometers). ERS-2 spotted! 📸🛰️ The ESA satellite is on a tumbling descent that will lead to its atmospheric reentry and break up this week. These images of ERS-2 were captured by @heospace…

From plant-based meat and non-alcoholic drinks to packaging made of bamboo and the flavours of chilli crisp, the future of food is going to be very different. That is according to experts at the 29th edition of Gulfood. Daniel Levine, a well-known trends expert and director of the Avant-Guide Institute said in a keynote speech at the conference that there were several trends which in the food industry that reflects global events. “We see what is happening in the food industry is impacted by everything that is happening around the world,” he said. “Trends are what is in the environment…

Microsoft’s Xbox Series X is a powerful machine with a healthy library of games and a wide range of accessories. If you want to enjoy discounts in your investments in the console, this year’s Presidents’ Day deals is the perfect opportunity. The offers from the various retailers participating in the sale are drying up quickly, and while they’re expected to last through the end of the holiday, it’s highly recommended that you make your purchases as soon as possible because that end is just a few hours from now. Best Xbox Series X Presidents’ Day deals If you don’t own…

With her eyes firmly on the future and preparations underway to start a new chapter in her career, World No11 Maria Sakkari embraced the unknown ahead of this week’s Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships – by exploring the Emirate’s AYA Universe, a futuristic exhibition that transports visitors from reality to dreamland. Sakkari, who announced last week she is splitting from coach Tom Hill after six years that included two Grand Slam semi-finals and a career-best ranking of World No2, took time-out from training for her second-round tie with American Emma Navarro by immersing herself in the distinctive lights, sounds and…

Sony’s PlayStation 5 continues its impressive run since it was launched more than three years ago, and if you haven’t bought the console yet, or you’re looking for discounted games and accessories, you should take advantage of this year’s PS5 Presidents’ Day deals. There are massive savings in store for gamers this holiday as various retailers have launched their own sales, but you’re going to have to be quick if you want them because stocks aren’t expected to last long, particularly for the more impressive bargains — some of which are already low on stock. Presidents’ Day is ending soon,…

The UAE Ministry of Finance announced the issuance of Federal Decree-Law No. 35 concerning federal properties for 2023, which aims to further develop the legislative environment in inventorying and managing government properties. The law’s scope includes organising all federal properties, whether real estate assets or otherwise. The Decree-law is designed to better manage and develop the federal government’s financial resources, domestically and internationally. It aims to efficiently govern federal assets, improve their use, and ensure sustainable growth by adopting top global practices. Additionally, it seeks to boost the country’s standing in global competitiveness rankings and enhance its credit rating. The…

The Rivian R1T electric pickup truck has been a hugely popular first release from the new automaker. Both it and its SUV brother, the R1S, are considered among the best in their class. But they’re also both relatively expensive — the entry-level R1 starts at $73,000, putting it out of reach for many would-be buyers. Rivian, however, wants to serve the masses, and to that end has been developing its next-gen, cheaper platform, called the Rivian R2. If Rivian ends up following its current naming scheme, the company will launch multiple R2 models. For example, it could release an R2S…

The holy month of Ramadan sees spirituality and a more relaxed pace of life prevail across the UAE. As the month of fasting draws near, greetings of ‘Ramadan Mubarak’, translating to ‘blessed’ or ‘happy’ Ramadan, resonate throughout the Emirates. The daily routines of residents are also different — from work hours to school schedules and paid parking hours, there are many aspects of life that change during the holy month. According to the Hijri calendar published by the Dubai Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD), Ramadan will commence on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. Work timings Reduced work hours apply…