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The day will be fair to partly cloudy and low clouds appear over some eastern areas with a chance of rainfall, the National Centre of Meteorology has said. Light to moderate winds will blow, freshening at times causing blowing dust. Temperatures could be as high as 31ºC in the country. Mercury is set to rise to 29ºC in Abu Dhabi and 28ºC in Dubai. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. However, temperatures could be as low as 17ºC in Abu Dhabi and 18ºC in Dubai and 7ºC in mountainous regions. It will be…

Dear Children, A few days ago, I discovered an old photograph of mine, probably taken when I was in my early teens. The image I saw suggested it was a bad day for me, or I wasn’t the most cheerful kid around in those times. I don’t know. Turns out that, back then, I was a fairly ill-tempered and obstinate child, prone to pulling a long face at the drop of a hat. It is a description I am not proud of today. The only way I can look at it today without feeling miserable about it is by attributing…

HONOR Announces the Official Availability of the Long-Awaited HONOR Magic V2 Put your hands on the thinnest and lightest foldable with powerful 5000mAh battery, super-light titanium hinge for exceptional durability, eye comfort features [Dubai, UAE – 12 February 2024] Global technology brand HONOR today announced the official availability of the highly awaited HONOR Magic V2 in the UAE. After the huge success of the preorder phase, the open sale is now in full force. The thinnest and lightest foldable phone HONOR Magic V2 comes with a wide range of powerful specs, including the ultra-slim 9.9mm design, revolutionary 5000mAh HONOR Silicon-Carbon…

If you’ve long been attracted to the design and features of Apple’s AirPods but you want one that’s designed for Android devices, you should check out the Google Pixel Buds Pro. They’re even more interesting if you buy them from Amazon, where the true wireless earbuds are down to $150 following a 25% discount on their original price of $200. We’re not sure how much time is remaining before you lose your chance at the $50 in savings though, so it’s highly recommended that you proceed with the purchase as soon as possible. Why you should buy the Google Pixel…

Have you been worried about your household expenditures overshooting your monthly budgets? You are not alone. Almost half of UAE residents say the ‘cost of living’ is the leading cause of stress, followed by personal and family financial concerns, according to a survey. Unfortunately, this concern will persist unabated as residents brace for escalating costs this year. Here’s a look at the things that will add to your cost of living in 2024: Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. 1. Higher rents Rents take the biggest bite out of residents’ salary, and according…

Tesla’s upgraded Model 3 sedan has been available in the U.S. since last month, and on Wednesday designers and engineers at the automaker appeared in a video (below) showing off the refreshed design. The Model 3 launched in 2017 and is Tesla’s most affordable electric vehicle. The refresh was a long time coming, and should help to retain the Model 3’s popularity going forward. One of the vehicle designers in the video says they “took out what I call the baby fat” from the original design to create a “slippery silhouette” that’s like “a refined athlete.” Split lines have been…

Retaining expatriate wealth will prove crucial for the long-term growth of GCC economies, highlighted a report released during the World Governments Summit (WGS) in Dubai on Wednesday. The economic benefits of attracting highly-skilled professionals include advancing knowledge transfers, enhancing innovation and entrepreneurship, and raising levels of consumer spending. “We are witnessing a global rise in the competition for the expatriate ‘silver dollar’ as working populations live longer and retire earlier,” said Robert Ansari, Wealth Leader, Mercer IMEA, a co-author of the report. He noted: “GCC countries like the UAE – because of their significant proportion of high-net-worth international expatriates –…

Name: Rebecca Steinecke Road cars: A collection of Ferraris including the 488 Pista Spider, SF90 Stradale Assetto Fiorano, Roma and the 812 Superfast; a 2010 Aston Martin DBS Volante, and a Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII Series II SWB Track cars: Ferrari 488 Challenge EVO Nationality: German Profession: Entrepreneur In Dubai since: 2019 With grand propositions for both business and pleasure, Dubai has managed to draw an incredible number of people from around the globe. Rebecca Steinecke, a German expat and entrepreneur, is one such individual who has made Dubai her home. Like many in this city, she too shares a great…

Ring is one of many companies that lock video doorbell features behind a monthly paywall. Unless you’re forking out cash every month, you won’t have full access to everything your device can offer. The brand also recently instituted a price hike — and some shoppers are so frustrated that they’ve started looking elsewhere for their security needs. If that’s you, or if you’d like to find an easy way to cut down your spending this year, here’s a look at four Ring alternatives that don’t require a subscription. Some of these may offer optional subscriptions, but even if you don’t…

The northern town of Kalba (which comes under Sharjah Municipality) on the east coast of the UAE is grappling with flooding caused by torrential rains. The authorities and social welfare organisations have taken swift action, evacuating numerous residents to safer locations like hotels and schools. “Many areas in Kalba, specially in the industrial area, are submerged in water. When the water levels started increasing, we got into action and helped people move out to safer places,” said Mohammed Nabeel, president Kairali Cultural Association Fujairah, Kalba Unit. “We sent out a message in [chat] groups asking people call us for any…