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For 38-year-old Mohammed Otoom, a Jordanian working as a manager at a clothing store in Sahara Mall in Sharjah, the last 10 nights of the holy month of Ramadan are special, in which he finds profound peace. He eagerly anticipates this sacred period each year, as he believes the last 10 days are an opportunity to build a strong connection to Allah during the night prayers, which are offered for a few hours across many mosques in the country. These prayers are called Qiyam al Layl, which is translated to ‘standing during the night’, and hold a specific significance in…
Actor Daniel Balaji, who worked primarily in Tamil films, has passed away at the age of 48 due to cardiac arrest. He died while going to a hospital in Chennai. His mortal remains are at his Purasaiwakkam home for the last rites. Born in December 1975, Daniel Balaji began his career as a unit production manager in Kamal Haasan’s incomplete ‘Marudhunayagam’. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. He made his acting debut on TV with a Tamil show, ‘Chithi’, in which he played the role of Daniel. His first film in Tamil was…
Gold prices in the UAE jumped eight dirhams per gram during this week as global prices rallied above $2,200, hitting an all-time high. Whereas the precious metal prices in the month of March gained around Dh17 per gram. Analysts expect this rally will continue in April, driven by the demand for the yellow metal global uncertainties and higher purchases by central banks. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The Dubai Jewellery Group data showed 24K variant of the yellow metal closed the week at Dh270.5 per gram on Friday as compared to Dh262.5…
We have the solution to Wordle on March 30, as well as some helpful hints to help you figure out the answer yourself, right here. We’ve placed the answer at the bottom of the page, so we don’t ruin the surprise before you’ve had a chance to work through the clues. So let’s dive in, starting with a reminder of yesterday’s answer. Yesterday’s Wordle answer Let’s start by first reminding ourselves of yesterday’s Wordle answer for those new to the game or who don’t play it daily, which was “REALM.” So we can say that the Wordle answer today definitely…
“People say that I am one of the biggest owners of horses, but only a few know that I have spent endless nights of my childhood sleeping in the stable with my horse. My mother always knew where I would be when she searched at night and couldn’t find me on my bed.” This excerpt from My Story by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, perhaps sums it up perfectly — the great leader’s love for horses. From that sheer love and passion for the equine species, the Dubai…
Connections is the latest puzzle game from the New York Times. The game tasks you with categorizing a pool of 16 words into four secret (for now) groups by figuring out how the words relate to each other. The puzzle resets every night at midnight and each new puzzle has a varying degree of difficulty. Just like Wordle, you can keep track of your winning streak and compare your scores with friends. Some days are trickier than others. If you’re having a little trouble solving today’s Connections puzzle, check out our tips and hints below. And if you still can’t get…
Residents in the UAE are observing Easter in distinctive ways, honouring their individual cultural customs that are tied to their respective countries. Easter this year will be observed on Sunday, March 31, with the festival being one of the most important celebrations in the Christian calendar. It honours the Resurrection of Jesus three days after his death by crucifixion. For many Christian churches, Easter is the joyful conclusion to the Lenten season of devoted prayer, fasting, and penitence. Khaleej Times reached out to a few residents who shared how they are celebrating this festive day. Stay up to date with…
The UAE’s Fuel Price Committee is set to announce petrol and diesel prices for the month of April soon. The prices are revised to align with international rates at the end of every month, as part of the deregulation policy announced in 2015. Petrol prices in the UAE rose for the second month on a trot in March 2024 with Super 98, Special 95 and E-Plus 91 selling at Dh3.03, Dh2.92 and Dh2.85 per litre. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Globally, oil prices traded higher in March 2024 as compared to the…
Savour the essence of exquisite cuisine and spectacular views on Burj Khalifa View By Anam Khan Amaya is a culinary haven nestled within the vibrant heart of Dubai Mall. Located on the first floor of Dubai Mall, this restaurant is itself a world of exquisite cuisine and awe-inspiring vistas of the iconic Burj Khalifa and downtown skyline. At Amaya, the vision of founders Murat Tütüncü and Mohamed Ezzat comes to life in every detail, from the meticulously crafted dishes to the stunning interior design by contemporary artist Joseph Klibansky. Amaya presents a contemporary experience featuring three pillars enhanced by digital…
If you’re a gamer keen to improve your experience for less, check out monitor deals at Best Buy. Today, you can buy a Samsung 32-inch Odyssey G51C gaming monitor for $120 off. Instead of paying $400, the price is briefly $280. Pretty great, right? Unlikely to stay at this price for very long, we’re here to take a quick look at what it offers before you tap the tempting buy button below. Why you should buy the Samsung 32-inch Odyssey G51C gaming monitor Samsung makes some of the best gaming monitors around with exceptional screen quality across the board. This…