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It was no ordinary day for 10-year old Emirati Omar Saood Almalih as he fulfilled his dream of becoming a Dubai immigration officer on Friday, on the occasion of Emirati Children’s Day. Beaming with pride and confidence wearing the brown uniform of General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) Dubai, Omar was stationed at the children’s passport counter at Dubai International Airport (DXB), where he interacted with arriving passengers his age. He put arrival stamp on the children’s passports and assisted in the travel and verification procedures, with supervision from a regular GDRFA officer. The child-friendly passport counter at…

A missile launched on Friday by Yemen’s Houthi rebels at a ship in the Red Sea caused no damage, after they threatened to expand their harassment campaign which has disrupted global trade. The Iran-backed rebels have launched dozens of missile and drone strikes on shipping in the commercially vital seaway over the past four months. They say they are targeting Israel-linked shipping as part of an “axis of resistance” of Iran allies and proxies, in protest at Israel’s war against Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. On Friday,…

David Puig (Spain) and Jbe Kruger (RSA) were tied at the top of the leaderboard after two rounds on 11 under par, 129, in the $2 million International Series, Macau presented by Wynn. Being held at Macau Golf and Country Club on the Asian Tour it is the fourth Order of Merit event of the season, and the second International Series event of 2024. Twenty-two-year-old Puig shot a second-round 64 with Kruger a tied best of the week 63. Kruger, 37, said it was his putter that kept him going bogey-free. “I’m making putts, that’s as much as I can…

EROS Group Introduces New Dreame L10S Pro Ultra and H12 Pro Vacuum Cleaners for Smart Home Cleaning This Ramadan, elevate your home cleaning routine with Dreame’s innovative products, ensuring a serene, hygienic environment offering unparalleled performance in cleaning and personal care Dubai, United Arab Emirates: EROS Group, a leading distributor and retailer of consumer electronics, IT and home appliances, is proud to announce its collaboration with Dreame Technology, a global innovator in smart home appliances. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in delivering state-of-the-art home solutions to consumers across the UAE and select markets in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Dreame Technology, well-known…

Samsung has recently introduced its latest mid-priced smartphones, the Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A35. Although these models are not as powerful as the Samsung Galaxy S24 series, they provide excellent value for their price tags. Despite diverging in some areas, the Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A35 are more alike than they are different. Let’s take a closer look at both models to help you decide which phone suits your needs the best. Samsung Galaxy A55 vs. Galaxy A35: specs Galaxy A55 Galaxy A35 Weight 7.51 oz (213.0 g) 7.37 oz (209.0 g) Dimensions 6.34 x 3.05 x 0.32 inches (161.1…

Dates — being the national fruit of the UAE — are everywhere in the country on any day and, during Ramadan, mounds of them fill the markets. A staple during iftar, this fruit is an important part of Ramadan tradition: It is the first thing Muslims eat to break their fast. This is why during the holy month, there seems to be an endless supply of dates in stores. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. This year, UAE markets offer more than 50 varieties of dates that are sourced from different parts of…

Comments by the United States expressing concern about India’s implementation of a contentious citizenship law based on religion are “misplaced, misinformed, and unwarranted”, the foreign ministry said on Friday. India’s move this week sparked sporadic protests, with critics, including Muslim groups and opposition parties, saying the law was discriminatory and undermined the country’s secular constitution. In a statement, the US State Department said it was “concerned” about the notification of the law, citing “respect for religious freedom and equal treatment” as a fundamental democratic principle. “We are of the view that it is misplaced, misinformed, and unwarranted,” Randhir Jaiswal, a…

Holders Abu Dhabi-owned Manchester City will come up against record 14-time winners Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals after being paired together in Friday’s draw, meaning the sides will meet in a third consecutive season in the competition. Arsenal will face Harry Kane’s Bayern Munich, while Paris Saint-Germain meet Barcelona and Atletico Madrid will take on Borussia Dortmund in the other ties. Pep Guardiola’s City will travel to the Spanish capital for the first leg on April 9 or 10, with the return in Manchester a week later. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on…

 #RamadanInDubai festivities to enchant residents and visitors with light displays and live entertainment Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment announces citywide #RamadanInDubai festivities Dazzling fireworks displays to light up the sky every weekend Indulgent cuisine and traditional entertainment combine to transform the city into a Ramadan to remember Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 15 March 2024: Enthralling light shows, sparkling fireworks displays, Ramadan-themed music performances, and joyful surprises will light up hearts and destinations across the emirate this Holy Month as part of the #RamadanInDubai campaign. Hosted by Dubai Festivals & Retail Establishment (DFRE), the #RamadanInDubai citywide festivities will allow residents…

The 2010s were a great time for the crime genre, which saw some of the grittiest, most entertaining, and most creative stories hit the big screens. The decade would see some memorable protagonists with morally questionable actions and goals in realities where violence, destruction, and greed are part of the norm. From the incredibly bleak narrative in Prisoners to the unbelievable true story told in The Wolf of Wall Street, the best 2010 crime movies showcase the diverse range of entries that impressed both critics and fans. All of these films have become modern classics in their own right, with…