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There would be no truce in Sudan in the holy month of Ramadan unless the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary group leaves the homes and sites of civilians, senior Sudanese armed forces General Yasser Al Atta said on Sunday. The statement follows an appeal by the United Nations Security Council for a truce during Ramadan, which begins this week. The paramilitary RSF said it welcomed the ceasefire call. Atta’s statement, issued on the army’s official Telegram channel, cited recent military advances by the army in Omdurman, part of Sudan’s wider capital. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow…

The UAE’s gross domestic product is likely to expand by 4.4 per cent this year, according a new report on Monday. The latest Economic Insight report for the Middle East, commissioned by ICAEW and compiled by Oxford Economics, projects a slowdown in 2024 as oil production cuts persist. The GCC growth forecast has been revised down to 2.7 per cent from 3.9 per cent three months ago, while non energy-sectors are expected to drive growth in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Despite the energy sector exerting downward pressure on GCC economic growth, robust non-energy performance is expected to offset some…

Enjoy iftar with animals this Ramadan at Emirates Park Zoo and Resort DUBAI – March 11, 2024: This Ramadan, get ready for an extraordinary family escapade as Emirates Park Zoo & Resort welcomes back the much anticipated “Eat & Feed” for its dazzling third year starting from the first day of Ramadan until the last day. It’s not just an event; it’s a magical journey into a world of wonders, tailor-made for families seeking a truly unforgettable adventure. For just AED 119, unlock the doors to a world of enchantment with our exclusive package. Immerse yourself in the experience with…

The Steam Deck OLED is starting to show burn-in issues. YouTuber Wulff Den released a report on the Steam Deck OLED, showing it suffered from OLED burn-in after 1,500 hours of screen time. This isn’t the first time we’ve seen a torture test on the Steam Deck OLED, but Wulff Den’s experiment is particularly potent. The YouTuber was among the only people to put the Nintendo Switch OLED to the test on the burn-in front, and the consistent updates over the course of two years remain some of the most-viewed videos on the channel. The OLED Steam Deck Burn-In video…

You’ve seen them in everything from patrol cars to horses to helicopters. Over the weekend, they were on an inflatable boat. In an exemplary display of preparedness, the Dubai Police’s emergency response team rescued a family trapped in a vehicle submerged in water under a bridge on the Dubai-Al Ain Road. The road under the bridge was flooded following the heavy torrential rains that swept across the UAE this weekend. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. In a footage released on Monday by the authorities on X, a rescue team could be seen…

Gaza’s deadliest war showed no signs of abating as the holy month of Ramadan began on Monday amid a gruelling humanitarian crisis that has pushed much of the territory to the brink of starvation. UN and aid groups say only a fraction of the supplies needed for Gaza’s 2.4 million people have been allowed in since Israel placed it under near-total siege after the October 7 attack. As the Muslim world welcomed Ramadan with the customary daytime fast, many Gazans awoke to bombardment that saw residents once more search through the rubble of destroyed homes for survivors and bodies. Stay…

Dubai’s non-oil private sector activity accelerated on the back of a marked upturn in new order volumes, recording its best performance since May 2019, according to the latest PMI survey data from S&P Global. Businesses enjoyed favourable market conditions and a positive response to greater sales efforts with the investor outlook brightening in the wake of the UAE’s exit from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list. The headline S&P Global Dubai Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) posted a robust uptick to 58.5 in February from January’s 56.6 indicating a substantial improvement in operating conditions across the non-oil economy. The…

Global Knowledge Index 2023 ranks UAE at the top position among Arab countries Dubai, UAE, 11 March 2024- The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) previewed the rankings of Arab countries in the Global Knowledge Index (GKI) 2023. Revealed by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in collaboration with the MBRF, these rankings highlighted the UAE as a leading performer among Arab states in the GKI 2023. The announcement was made at the eighth edition of the Knowledge Summit held at the Dubai World Trade Centre under the theme ‘Knowledge Cities and the Fifth Industrial Revolution.’ In a…

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Ras Al Khaimah’s transport authority (Rakta) has released its Ramadan timetable, listing the changed timings for intercity buses and buses to Oman. Intercity buses The intercity buses from Ras Al Khaimah allow passengers to travel to Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, and Umm Al Quwain. There are direct buses and ones that stop along other emirates. There are also buses that travel between Ras Al Khaimah and Global Village, as well as Dubai Mall. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The following are the timings released by the authority for Ramadan:…