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The UAE has strongly condemned a terrorist attack that targeted a hotel in Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, which resulted at least three deaths and dozens of injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Mofa) reiterated that the UAE rejects all forms of violence and terrorism aimed at undermining security and stability in contravention of international law. The ministry expressed its sincere condolences to the government and the people of Somalia, and to the families of the victims of the heinous crime. Three soldiers were killed and 27 people were wounded in the attack, the authorities said on Friday. Security…
John Catlin shot a history-making sub-60 round on Saturday to lead the Asian Tour’s $2 million International Series Macau at the Macau Golf & Country Club. The American became only the second golfer this year to achieve the feat with a third round 11-under 59 for a 54-hole total of 18 under par 192. “I’m pretty much speechless. I never, never, never thought I would shoot 59,” said a delighted but slightly stunned Catlin. “I didn’t realise I shot 28 on the front nine, so the magic number wasn’t really in my head until the 17th.” Commenting on his final…
Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection should have been a slam dunk. The new package contains some of the best Star Wars video games ever made, which are all now widely available with multiplayer support across all modern platforms. Star Wars: Battlefront II is my favorite game of all time, so I was ecstatic about its announcement at February’s Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase. It is gratifying to have these two Battlefront games bundled together on a platform like Nintendo Switch, where local co-op or competitive play is easy and I can easily bring them with me on the go. Sadly, developer…
Are you taking the Dubai Ferry or planning to ride a water taxi or an abra? Keep the receipt as it can get you a free ticket to a popular attraction in Dubai. The emirate’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) on Saturday announced a new offer for commuters. Those buying a ticket to Al Shindagha Museum can get a second pass for free by showing a marine transport receipt, the RTA said. The promo is valid for both online and in-station marine ticket purchases, it added. Al Shindagha Museum — the UAE’s largest heritage museum — is home to 80…
India will begin voting in phases starting April 19 to elect a new parliament, the country’s election authority said on Saturday, the world’s largest election in which nearly one billion people are eligible to cast ballots. The election pits two-term strongman Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his regional allies against a bickering alliance of two dozen opposition parties, with surveys suggesting a comfortable win for Modi’s Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata party (BJP). A victory would make Modi, 73, only the second prime minister after Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s independence hero and its first prime minister, to win a third straight term.…
SBA sets focus on advancing global publishing and translation at London International Book Fair 2024 The authority highlighted the emirate’s projects and initiatives supporting the local and global publishing sector Ahmed Al Ameri: Sharjah plays a pivotal role in enriching global culture and international initiatives. London, March 16, 2024 The emirate of Sharjah reinforced its status as a beacon of Arab culture, supporting Emirati and Arab authors and publishers, and highlighting its array of initiatives and programs to advance the publishing industry during Sharjah Book Authority’s (SBA) participation in the London International Book Fair 2024, which concluded recently, leading a…
The iPhone 15 is one of the top phones out right now, and it has pretty solid built quality and resistance to typical use. Like many modern phones, it’s designed with a water resistance rating — but that doesn’t mean it can survive being full submerged in your pool. An Ingress Protection (IP) code will tell you about a phone’s water and particle resistance, making it easier to compare different models. So, what does this all mean for the iPhone 15 series? Are the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus waterproof? Like their predecessors, the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15…
A 72-year-old British expat had been in a constant state of worry after suffering a stroke twice — but a surgery turned her life around. Vivienne Alison Davidson, a 72-year-old advertising professional in Dubai, recently went to Medcare Hospital Al Safa, supposedly just for routine medical checkup. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “I’d had a stroke twice and was on anticoagulant medication (medicines that help prevent blood clots) when I went to the doctor for a routine medical checkup,” she told Khaleej Times. “Normally, I do not have my arteries examined during…
Greece’s Maria Sakkari outlasted American Coco Gauff 6-4, 6-7 (5), 6-2 after blowing three match points in the second set of their rain-delayed semifinal Friday night to reach the BNP Paribas Open final at Indian Wells. Sakkari will play top-ranked Iga Swiatek from Poland in Sunday’s final. Swiatek routed Ukrainian Marta Kostyuk 6-2, 6-1 to improve to 19-2 this year, with her match wins leading the WTA Tour. Swiatek has beaten Sakkari in three of their five meetings. “I want to improve. You know, I got to No. 3 and I just feel like I can get better,” Sakkari said…
UAE Food Bank launches initiative to distribute 5 million meals during Ramadan – The Bank aims at distributing an average of 166,666 meals daily to beneficiaries both locally and internationally. – The initiative aims to provide food to over half a million families and more than three million workers. – Five sub-initiatives have been implemented to collect and distribute surplus food and minimize food waste; in addition to 25 educational programs – Over 5,000 volunteers will participate in supporting the implementation of the bank’s activities during Ramadan. – More than 350 strategic partners, including food facilities, hotels, and restaurants, will be involved in the initiative.…