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Israel pressed its offensive in the Gaza Strip on Friday after telling key backer US that the war to crush Hamas will last “more than several months”. The battles have so far killed more than 18,700 people in Gaza, most of them women and children, according to the territory’s health ministry. Late Thursday in the southern city of Rafah near the Egyptian border, crowds of Palestinians used flashlights to search under the rubble of buildings for survivors following an Israeli strike. “This is a residential neighbourhood, women and children live here, as you can see. This residential neighbourhood has been…

There’s a board game addict out there that’s already practicing their “thank you” for Marvel-themed Monopoly and Star Wars Guess Who. While these gifts might suit some, to the modern board gamer there are just too many games with deeper mechanics and interesting twists. Games like Monopoly and Battleship, while they certainly are some of the first games we think of, usually aren’t what a board gamer is after. In other words, generally speaking, they’re not the best board games (according to the average of today’s board gamers). Instead, consider buying the following games that were released relatively recently, cover…

World oil demand will rise faster than expected next year, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said on Thursday, a sign that the outlook for near-term oil use remains robust despite this week’s COP28 agreement to transition away from fossil fuels. Despite the upgrade, there is still a sizeable gap between the IEA, which represents industrialised countries, and producer group Opec over 2024 demand prospects. World consumption will rise by 1.1 million barrels per day(bpd) in 2024, the Paris-based IEA said in a monthly report, up 130,000 bpd from its previous forecast, citing an improvement in the outlook for the United…

Ross Grant, Raymond Logan, Michael Connor and Jordan Ryan combined to score an excellent net 54.4 net to win the Members Annual Golf Day at Arabian Ranches Golf Club. A big field of 100 players participated in the event where the format for the day was a Four Player Texas Scramble with a minimum of three drives per player required. Prizes were awarded to the 1st & 2nd Gross teams and 1st-4th Net teams. Grant and team also shoot an 18 under par gross score of 54 gross but were awarded the net prize for the day. Gross winners were…

DAMAC’s MAISON AYKON City Breaks New Ground in Dubai’s Luxury Real Estate and Hospitality The development’s launch signals a bold future for Dubai, attracting global travelers and investors. DUBAI, UAE – December 2023— DAMAC Properties, the leading UAE-based real estate developer, launched DAMAC Maison AYKON City along Sheikh Zayed Road and just a stone’s throw from Safa Park, lavish dining venues, high-end shopping destinations, entertainment hubs, and renowned nightlife spots. This property is not just a new addition to Dubai’s skyline but a visionary project set to raise the standards of luxury in the real estate and hospitality sector. The…

Threads — Meta’s rival to X, formerly Twitter — has just launched in the European Union (EU), a market with nearly half a billion people. The app launched in the U.S. to much fanfare in July, with Meta hoping to attract X users disillusioned with the turbulence on the platform since Elon Musk acquired it for $44 billion 14 months ago. The app, which bears many similarities to X in both looks and usage, got off to a flying start five months ago, picking up more than 100 million users in the first week, though within a month more than…

A university in Ajman recently transformed its campus into a winter market with a cause — all proceeds will be donated to help victims of the war in Gaza. Students at a Gulf Medical University orchestrated the lively bazaar, which featured handcrafted items, mouthwatering delicacies, and fun activities for visitors of all ages. The initiative reflects a powerful blend of festivity and philanthropy, with students recognising the importance of extending a helping hand during the holiday season. The market was not only an opportunity for the students, the staff and the faculty to come together in joyous celebration, but also…

Not too long ago, Plestia Alaqad had been living a different life, working as an HR professional for a marketing agency. In her free time, she would use Instagram to photograph everyday life in Gaza. Her aim then was to tell the world that there was more to the region than aggressions and war. But October 7 changed the trajectory of her life. Alaqad who’d enjoyed quite a following on social media was approached by foreign press to report on the war, a mantle she took on bravely. One of the clips filmed by her, depicting a series of strikes…

Iraq’s men’s doubles pair of Ashraf Hasan Shareef Alkhaddam and Ali Alasadi flew the flag for Arab players when they qualified for the quarterfinals of the BWF Level II a the 5th Fazza Dubai Para Badminton International 2023. Seeded third, both Alkhaddam and Alasadi were proud and excited to advance to the men’s doubles SL3-SL4 quarterfinals after finishing second in men’s doubles SL3-AL4 Group C. “Playing against the top players was a good learning experience. We need to train more and play more tournaments to develop their skills. I am happy that we could take part in these championships,” said…

Mastercard partners with Further Ventures to accelerate next generation payments and asset management infrastructure Abu Dhabi, UAE; 14 December 2023: Mastercard and Further Ventures (Further), a leading venture building and investment firm based in Abu Dhabi, announced a partnership to accelerate the development of local fintech capabilities in the UAE and the wider MENA region. The signing took place on the sidelines of the Further Network Summit, part of Abu Dhabi Finance Week. Mastercard will bring its cutting-edge payment solutions, platforms and technologies to the shared efforts, helping to deliver on a pledge to bring 50 million micro, small, and…