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December is in full swing, and a new batch of movies has arrived on Peacock. Along with the usual blockbuster hits and box office bombs, Peacock also offers underrated movies that didn’t get the attention they deserved the first time they were released. One of the great things about the streaming era is that almost any movie can get a second chance to find an audience. Our selections for the three underrated movies on Peacock that you need to watch in December include a movie that should have been a Peacock original in the first place, as well as a…

Abu Dhabi-based Technology Innovation Institute (TII) has launched a blockchain-powered carbon tracking and trading platform, which will facilitate international trade in carbon tokens. TII is a leading global scientific research centre and the applied research pillar of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC). The platform aligns with the UAE Vision 2021’s aim of fast-tracking a sustainable environment and achieving net zero as well as the goal of COP28 to “accelerate a transition that puts our economies on the path toward a new low-carbon, high-growth, sustainable economic model in a way that is both transformational and just.” Announcing the launch…

Magnati, a leading payments solutions provider in the Middle East, is ramping up its sustainability efforts through a strategic partnership with Fils, an innovative FinTech platform based out of Dubai. The collaboration aims to empower Magnati’s merchants by offering practical insights into their environmental impact and encouraging eco-friendly payments as part of a broader dedication to sustainable finance. Merchants will benefit from a range of emissions calculator solutions and offset mechanisms, made available through the joint efforts, said Magnati. As per the company’s statement, the initiative is in line with the ambitious ‘Net Zero by 2050’ strategy, synchronised with COP28,…

Two more seeds rolled out of the 26th Al Habtoor Tennis Challenge while another two advanced to the quarter-finals as the popular women’s tournament entered its business end at the Habtoor Grand Resort, on Wednesday. Fifth seed Maria Timofeeva suffered a similar fate as she did 12 months ago when she was beaten by Arianne Hartono from the Netherlands in a cliff-hanger that lasted well over three hours. Harono, who is of Indonesian and Chinese descent finally wrapped up the win 7-6 (10), 1-6, 5-7. Eighth seed Ekaterina Makarova was the second ranked player to bit the dust when she…

SAP and ChangeMaker Xchange Highlight Importance of Youth-Led Climate Change in Run-Up to COP28 More than 35 young ChangeMakers from the Middle East are participating in the world’s most critical climate negotiations   Manos Raptopoulos, President of Southern Europe Middle East and Africa at SAP, says that the selection of the UAE as this year’s host is testament to the Emirates’ commitment to fostering dialogue, sharing expertise, and driving global climate action. Raptopolous points to the importance of the dialogue being inclusive, emphasising the impact of climate change on youth. Referring to UNICEF’s latest Heatwaves report, which reveals that by 2050, more…

In what is one of the most bizarrely aggressive pieces of marketing material I’ve seen, Intel compared AMD’s Ryzen 7000 mobile chips to snake oil. Over the weekend, Intel posted its Core Truths playbook, which lays out how AMD’s mobile processor naming scheme misleads customers. The presentation has since been deleted, according to The Verge. There’s an element of truth to that, which I’ll get to in a moment, but first, the playbook, which was first spotted by VideoCardz. Intel starts with claiming that there’s a “long history of selling half-truths to unsuspecting customers” alongside images of a snake oil…

As world leaders and businesses champion sustainability at the COP28 climate summit, the Arbor School in Dubai has also taken a step towards a greener future. In collaboration with biodiesel distributor Neutral Fuels and the STS Group, the school has installed a 6,000-litre tank of B20 biodiesel on campus for its fleet of 20 buses. During the ribbon-cutting ceremony at Arbor School, known for its focus on ‘eco-literacy, sustainability, and environmental justice,’ everyone present lauded the switch from 100 per cent fossil diesel to B20—comprising 20 per cent biodiesel and 80 per cent fossil diesel. Anthony Dixon, co-founder of The…

The New Delhi city government is investigating an Apollo hospital, part of India’s largest private hospital chain, after a media report linked it to the illegal sale by Myanmar nationals of their kidneys for organ transplants. The National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO), which falls under the federal health ministry, had written to the Delhi authorities following a report in Britain’s Telegraph that accused Apollo of being involved in a “cash for kidneys” scandal involving villagers from Myanmar. The report said young villagers from Myanmar were being flown to its Delhi hospital and enticed to sell their kidneys to…

Completion to reduce carbon emissions and fossil fuel consumption By H.P. Ranina/NRI Problems Question: My firm in the Gulf is importing heavy machinery manufactured in Uttar Pradesh. However the time involved is considerably high as it has first to be transported by rail to the JNPT Port in Mumbai before the consignment is shipped to the Gulf. Is there likely to be any improvement in the logistics in future? ANSWER: The logistical landscape in India is changing dramatically with the commencement of the eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) which has become operational. The western DFC connecting North Indian states with…

Creek Park Explore one of the well-known parks along Dubai Creek and utilise the numerous complimentary barbecue stations available. Creek Park offers extensive green areas with designated spaces for children to engage in play while parents arrange the barbecue setup. Relish the breathtaking views of the water and the botanical gardens, and consider trying your hand at activities such as mini-golf or the go-kart track. Additionally, a cable car is available to provide extraordinary aerial perspectives. Zabeel Park Zabeel Park stands out as one of the most expansive parks in Dubai, encompassing an area roughly equivalent to 45 football fields.…