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Gold jewellery sales in the UAE increased despite yellow metal prices hitting a record high on Thursday. Retailers in Dubai said consumers continue to purchase gold and precious metal jewellery on the back of expectations of prices rising further in the months ahead. Gold prices rose to a record $2,300 an ounce on early Thursday morning. It gained 9 per cent in March alone. In the UAE, the 24K variant of the metal rose to Dh278.25 per gram, while 22K, 21K and 18K were trading at Dh257.5, Dh249.25 and Dh213.75 per gram, respectively, on Thursday morning “Sales have actually increased…
The 24K variant of the yellow opened at Dh278.25 per gram at the opening of the markets on Thursday as compared to Dh276.25 per gram at the close of the markets on Wednesday. Among the other variants, 22K, 21K and 18K were trading higher at Dh257.5, Dh249.25 and Dh213.75 per gram, respectively. Globally, spot gold was trading higher at $2,299.81 per ounce at 9.10 am UAE time after the US Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell said that recent job gains and higher-than-expected inflation readings do not significantly alter the overall picture of the central bank’s monetary strategy about interest rates.…
We have the solution to Wordle on April 4, 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 “PLAIT.” So we can say that the Wordle answer today definitely…
A magnitude-6.0 earthquake struck off northeastern Japan’s Fukushima region on Thursday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said, but no tsunami warning was issued. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries after the earthquake, whose epicentre had a depth of 40 kilometres (25 miles) and which was also felt in Tokyo. Japan, one of the world’s most tectonically active countries, has strict building standards designed to ensure structures can withstand even the most powerful earthquakes. The archipelago, home to around 125 million people, experiences around 1,500 jolts every year, the vast majority of which are mild. The United States Geological…
Strands is a brand new daily puzzle from the New York Times. A trickier take on the classic word search, you’ll need a keen eye to solve this puzzle. Like Wordle, Connections, and the Mini Crossword, Strands can be a bit difficult to solve some days. There’s no shame in needing a little help from time to time. If you’re stuck and need to know the answers to today’s Strands puzzle, check out the solved puzzle below. How to play Strands You start every Strands puzzle with the goal of finding the “theme words” hidden in the grid of letters.…
Dubai Police seized 383 for motorcycles and electric scooters as a result of negligence and non-compliance with riding rules in designated places, and other violations during the month of Ramadan. The authorities stated that the violations came in several forms, including not adhering to the roads and paths on which riding is permitted, not wearing a helmet or a reflective vest, not installing a bright reflective white light at the front of the bike, and not equipping bicycles with working brakes. This came in a press statement in which Major General Abdullah Ali Al Ghaithi, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Operations Affairs,…
While some modern vehicles come standard with remote start features, it’s still relatively uncommon. That’s a shame because if you live somewhere where cold weather, snow, and ice are frequent concerns, a remote car starter is one of the best auto accessories you can have. If you’re not familiar with them, a remote car starter works similarly to a key fob, except it will actually start your car from a distance instead of just unlocking the doors or trunk. That means you can start your car from the warm comfort of your home or office before venturing out. If you…
As soon as iftar ends every evening, a dedicated team of 15 young volunteers swing into action. Their aim: To pick date seeds from the waste. These are the members of the Dawoodi Bohra community of Ajman, embracing an innovative method to brew discarded date seeds into a healthy and eco-friendly substitute for coffee. Leading the charge is 13-year-old Taher Hamed who, along with his friends, makes his way through the rows of Hakimi Masjid in Ajman. With baskets in hand, Taher and his friends scan the floors for discarded date seeds left behind after iftar. For these young volunteers,…
After abandoning work on the Apple Car, the tech giant is reportedly researching new areas for its “next big thing.” While the creation of an Apple Car may have always seemed overly ambitious, the latest suggestion is that the company may now be working on something a little less challenging: “a mobile robot that can follow users around their homes.” The news comes via prominent Apple tipster Mark Gurman, who received the update from people familiar with the matter. It’s not clear if Apple is targeting something fairly basic like Amazon’s wheel-based Astro home robot — which can function as…
The demand for travel insurance has grown significantly following the announcement of the upcoming Eid Al Fitr holiday, as numerous residents plan to travel abroad. However, insurance industry executives noted a shift in preferences, with residents increasingly opting for annual travel insurance rather than single-trip insurance. Some UAE residents will be eligible for up to a nine-day Eid Al Fitr holiday, depending on the moon sighting. Eid is expected to be celebrated on Monday, April 8, if the holy month of Ramadan lasts 29 days. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Travel from…