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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.…

Launch of the Voluntary Recycling Credits (VRC) Initiative at COP28 Marks World’s First Standard to Incentivize Recycling Globally Dubai, UAE, December 2023: In response to global waste crisis and aligning with global commitments to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards and net-zero targets, an international consortium led by Roland Berger and BEEAH Group, in collaboration with DFINITY Foundation, and the International Solid Waste Association (ISWA), demonstrated the world’s first global incentive system to counteract the solid waste footprint. Supported by the UAE Ministry of Climate Change & Environment (MoCCaE) and the COP28 Presidency, the public-private coalition introduced the Voluntary Recycling…

If you’re browsing the slew of OLED TV deals happening now, in desperate search of a home theater upgrade, but you want it delivered to your doorstep before the holiday gatherings start, you need to make your purchase now. We’ve looked around and there’s probably no better option to give your living room an immediate wow factor than the 65-inch LG C3 Series OLED 4K TV, which is available from Best Buy at $500 off. It’s still not cheap at $1,600 instead of $2,100, but we assure you that it’s worth every single penny. Why you should buy the 65-inch…

UAE Team Emirates’ CEO and Team Principal Mauro Gianetti on Wedneday announced the team’s ambitious goal of reaching net-zero by 2030, during the COP29 summit. The announcement, which underscored the team’s dedication to leading the way in sustainable sports and contributing to a more environmentally conscious future, also highlighted its position as the first Professional Cycling Team to achieve Carbon Neutrality, an accomplishment achieved at the end of the 2023 season. Gianetti, who was speaking on a panel at the FAB Pavilion said: “Since day one, our team’s mission has been about more than just winning bike races; we were…

إطلاق أول مشروع سكني يحمل علامة مرسيدس بنز التجارية بالتعاون مع بن غاطي للتطوير العقارية – سيتم اطلاقه قريباً في دبي إطلاق اول مشروع “مرسيدس بنز بليسز” الفاخر بالشراكة بين “مرسيدس-بنز” و “بن غاطي للتطوير” *مشروع عقاري مشترك ببصمات ابتكار فائقة  *تعاون بين العلامة التجارية للسيارات “مرسيدس بنز” و”بن غاطي للتطوير” لإنشاء برج سكني فاخر في وسط دبي *بصمة علامة مرسيدس-بنز التي تجسد النقاء الحسي تلعب دورًا رئيسيًا في المفهوم الجمالي الشامل للمشروع محمد بن غاطي: *نطور أول منشأة فاخرة تحمل علامة مرسيدس بنز التجارية في العالم *مشروع “مرسيدس بنز بليسز” في دبي يرسي معيارًا جديدًا لحياة فاخرة وذكية دبي،…

Over at Best Buy is one of the headphone deals to consider if you’re looking for a great gift idea. Today, you can buy the Jabra Elite 10 True Wireless In-ear headphones with Dolby Atmos support for $200, meaning you save $50 off the regular price of $250. Packed with great features, this is a great gift for someone or an upgrade for you. Here’s what we know about them. Why you should buy the Jabra Elite 10 Jabra as a brand features quite prominently in our look at the best wireless earbuds thanks to offering great quality at an…