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An amendment to an existing UAE law has made it easier for medical professionals to conduct an abortion if the mother’s life is in grave danger. According to lawyers in the country, this significant change puts the pregnant woman in charge of her health. “The amendments to the law updated the previous provisions to assert that only the consent of the pregnant woman, and not her husband, is required to commence an abortion operation (among other conditions),” said Hadiel Hussein, senior associate at BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP. As per the new regulation, in a situation when the…
Soon after SpaceX successfully launched Intuitive Machines’ Odysseus lander toward the moon last Thursday, the spacecraft snapped some extraordinary images of Earth. Texas-based Intuitive Machines shared four of the images on social media on Sunday. The first picture in the sequence even shows the second stage of SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket falling away shortly after separating from the spacecraft. Intuitive Machines successfully transmitted its first IM-1 mission images to Earth on February 16, 2024. The images were captured shortly after separation from @SpaceX's second stage on Intuitive Machines’ first journey to the Moon under @NASA's CLPS initiative. pic.twitter.com/9LccL6q5tF — Intuitive…
Looking for a few exciting new shows to check out this March? Along with popular shows returning with new seasons, there are also new TV shows arriving this month on streamers such as Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video that have tremendous promise. If you’re looking for the best of what’s to come in March 2024, we have you covered with a few recommendations. These six shows include returning ones that are well-reviewed, along with new series that have intriguing premises and amazing casts. Have a look at the six TV shows you need to watch in March and bookmark…
It’s better to spend on an arsenal of power tools than to find out that you don’t have the proper equipment when you need it, so you should think about taking advantage of this year’s Presidents’ Day power tool deals. We’ve rounded up our favorite offers involving the most trustworthy brands in the space, including Bosch, DeWalt, and Milwaukee, with discounts that will stretch how far your budget will go. You shouldn’t wait until the last minute of the holiday before you make your purchases though, as we’re not sure if stocks will still be available by then. Best Bosch…
Jordanian soldiers have killed five smugglers who allegedly tried to bring drugs into the country from neighbouring Syria, the country’s military. The army said the incident occurred early Sunday. It said four other suspected smugglers were wounded and “large quantities of drugs” were seized. It vowed to “strike with an iron fist” anyone who threatens Jordanian national security. Smugglers have used Jordan as a corridor in recent years to traffic Captagon, a highly addictive amphetamine, out of Syria, mainly to oil-rich Arab Gulf states. Most of the world’s Captagon is made in Syria. On Saturday, Jordan hosted a meeting of…
If you’ve been planning to buy a Samsung Galaxy Watch, the discounts from this year’s Samsung Galaxy Watch Presidents’ Day deals may be what you’ve been waiting for to push through with your purchase. Samsung’s answer to the Apple Watch is highly recommended for Android smartphone owners, and even more so for those who are using Samsung Galaxy smartphones. However, no matter if you’re going for the latest models or previous generations of the wearable device, you should hurry with your transaction because stocks may not last until the end of the holiday. Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Presidents’ Day deals…
The UAE Cabinet has directed the law specifying and regulating weights and dimensions of heavy vehicles in the country to be postponed. The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has been directed to conduct an extensive study on decision rationales, while the Ministry of Economy has been directed to work with all economic entities to study and take the necessary measures to prevent any unjustified increase in prices. Earlier this year, the maximum weight and dimension of heavy vehicles on federal roads had been announced. Violators of the specifications would be fined up to Dh15,000.
Cairo’s citadel, one of the Egyptian capital’s most prominent landmarks, opened another wing housing two semi-circular towers to the public on Sunday, to expand the country’s tourist attractions. One of the world’s biggest mediaeval citadels, the Citadel of Cairo dates back to about 1176 AD.when construction began under the Muslim military commander Salah Al Din Al Ayyubi, who later went on to conquer Jerusalem from the Crusaders in 1187 A.D. The fortress, also known as the Saladin Citadel and which towers over Cairo, was the base of Egypt’s government for over 700 years. The newly opened section was used until…
Fresh from claiming a historic third successive title at last week’s WTA Tour event in Doha, World No1 Iga Swiatek is optimistic she can carry her dominant form into this week’s Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. Swiatek sounded confident while talking to media on Monday, a few hours after the 2024 edition of the award-winning Dubai tournament got under way. On the first day of the tournament, American teenager Ashlyn Krueger stunned No.16 seed Caroline Garcia of France 3-6, 6-3, 6-3 in just under two hours. The dramatic win gave Krueger her second victory over a top 25 player. Brazil’s…
For nearly five decades, the People’s Choice Awards has allowed fans to pick their favorites from the worlds of television, movies, music, and even sports. This year’s ceremony is arriving in the middle of the awards season, and it’s the first time since 1978 that the People’s Choice Awards has been held in February. Although we won’t know the winners until they’re announced on Sunday, February 18, we can tell you where you can watch this year’s event. Where can you watch the 2024 People’s Choice Awards? The 2024 People’s Choice Awards will be held on Sunday, February 18 at…