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Japanese investigators on Wednesday probed a near-catastrophic collision at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport of a coast guard plane and a passenger jet that killed five people, with almost 400 others narrowly escaping a raging inferno. All but one of the six people on the smaller aircraft were killed, but all 379 Japan Airlines passengers and crew escaped down emergency slides minutes before the Airbus was engulfed in flames late Tuesday. The blackened husk of the airliner, still sitting on the tarmac Wednesday, bore witness to just how dangerous their escape had been. Several hundred metres (yards) away lay the remains of…
The total number of deals in Burj Khalifa rose by 22 per cent to 117 during 2023, totalling more than Dh1 billion. The world’s tallest tower outperformed the rest of the city in average price by over 17 per cent last year. According to data released by real estate consultancy Knight Frank on the 14th anniversary of the world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa saw the total number of homes available for sale decline by 52 per cent last year, reflecting the growing number of long-term investors and genuine end users. The tower accounted for 7 per cent of all sales…
In an ideal world, the South Asian experience of the world should have been same as anyone else’s. But history has ensured otherwise. The silver lining is today, we live in a world where histories are being questioned, as are the stereotypes associated with certain people from certain regions. For years, South Asians have been seen as a homogenous identity with defined expectations from the world and life. Attempting to find its own place in the world, the South Asian diaspora has truly come far, and it’s time for the distinctive quality of this identity to be examined closely. Abu…
Mohammed Siraj bowled the spell of his life to help India bowl South Africa out for just 55 on the first day of the second Test at Newlands in Cape Town on Wednesday. Siraj (9-3-15-6) returned with his best Test bowling figures as South Africa’s batting collapsed after their retiring skipper Dean Elger won the toss and elected to bat. South Africa won the first Test comfortably in the two-match series. Siraj was superb with his line and length in a nine over spell after South Africa had elected to bat first. At the time their captain Dean Elgar described…
Raising Awareness on Outdoor Risks with Engaging Activities and Workshops CSD Raises Awareness of Winter Risks to 2000 Children and 500 Parents in its Winter Campaign “Their Safety First” Sharjah, 3rd January 2024 The Child Safety Department (CSD), an affiliate of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah, is back with its seasonal “Their Safety First” campaign, aiming to inform over 2000 children and 500 parents about safe practices during the winter season. This includes camping, outings, and other outdoor activities, as part of their commitment to fostering a culture of safety and prevention within families and the community.…
Nintendo Switch is home to some of the best cooperative games on the market. Whether you’re looking for something fast-paced like Streets of Rage 4 or creative like Minecraft, there’s no shortage of incredible co-op games on Switch. However, finding the best ones can be challenging — thanks to Switch’s gigantic library, you’ll have to wade through thousands of games before stumbling upon the best. Below you’ll find our list of the best Switch co-op games. This includes recent releases such as Super Mario Wonder, along with games that can be played both competitively and cooperatively, such as Rocket League…
Al-Futtaim IKEA, the leading Swedish home furnishing retailer, is delighted to announce its highly anticipated “Part Sale” season offering customers an extraordinary opportunity to revamp their living spaces at unbeatable prices. IKEA’s must-have deals promise unparalleled savings and style for every home. Dive into comfort EKTORP so3 Totebo light beige – Previously at Dh1,995 and now at Dh1,395 The EKTORP’s Totebo Light Beige upholstery complements diverse interior aesthetics, providing a neutral canvas for personalization. With its classic three-seat configuration, this sofa not only invites relaxation but also adds an air of sophistication to any living space. This must-have sofa extends…
Junior doctors in England started a six-day walkout over pay on Wednesday, the longest strike in the 75-year history of the state-run National Health Service (NHS), which will hit patient care during a seasonal winter peak in demand. As in other key sectors over the past year, junior doctors represented by the British Medical Association (BMA) have staged a series of walkouts to demand better pay in the face of soaring inflation. In a statement, the union urged the government to make a “credible” pay offer to end the strikes, which threaten to increase the pressure on the health service,…
Credit is top of mind for many folks going into 2024. Nearly four in five Americans (79 per cent) say they are trying to improve their credit, according to a recent survey from NerdWallet. Getting ahead of surprises will go a long way in protecting your credit. Here are four things to look out for that could impact your credit in the new year. 1. Holiday debt Holiday purchases could follow you for months. NerdWallet’s 2023 Holiday Shopping Report found that about half of Americans (52 per cent) incurred credit card debt when shopping last holiday season, and of them,…
The earliest iteration of Mickey Mouse is on a rampage, barely two days in the public domain. Slashed free of Disney’s copyright as of Monday, the iconic character from Steamboat Willie is already the focus of two horror films. On Monday, just hours after the 1928 short entered the public domain, a trailer for Mickey’s Mouse Trap dropped on YouTube. Another yet-to-be-titled film was announced Tuesday. Steamboat Willie featured early versions of both Mickey and Minnie Mouse. Directed by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks, it was the third cartoon featuring the duo they made but the first to be released.…