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Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) has announced the successful closure of a sharia compliant syndicated transaction totaling Dh865 million for BGN and Al Seer Marine to finance new and energy – efficient gas carriers. This financing marks the second tranche of a larger syndication amounting to USD 370 million, which will be used to finance the construction of three state-of-the-art Very Large Gas Carriers (VLGCs) in South Korea and Japan. ADIB acted was as the mandated lead arranger, coordinator, bookrunner, shari’a advisor, investment and security agent on the deal, and was supported by several mandated arrangers specialised in the maritime…

Welcome to a culinary journey through the Emirates during the sacred month of Ramadan! Experience the richness of tradition and the diversity of flavours as we explore the array of Iftar offerings across the UAE. Dubai, Le Gourmet at Galeries Lafayette Dubai’s Le Gourmet at Galeries Lafayette offers a daily iftar experience starting from sunset, featuring a delightful selection of dishes including lentil soup, fattoush salad, hummus with homemade Arabic bread, moutabel, crispy cheese rolls, and freshly made fatayer. For mains, there’s a variety of tasty options such as classic butter chicken, juicy tandoori chicken, and Indian spiced roasted lamb…

Despite being one of the least expensive options to stream live television, Sling TV can be a bit complicated at times. And one of those complications comes when you consider what local channels Sling TV has. To wit: Ask a simple question, like “Does Sling TV have ABC?” The answer? Yes. No. It depends. Here’s the deal with Sling TV and ABC: You might be able to stream your local ABC broadcast — it depends on where you live. That’s true for three of the four major broadcast networks. (Fox and NBC are the other ones Sling supports. CBS is…

The 36-year-old daughter of a Nepali mayor who went missing in the western Indian state of Goa on Monday was found on Wednesday, police said. Superintendent of Police Akshat Kaushal said a missing complaint was lodged at the Mandrem police station and special teams were formed to trace the missing girl. The information at that time was that the girl was a resident of Nepal who was visiting Goa as a tourist. He said that she was last seen at a wellness resort in Mandrem. During inquiry, several CCTV cameras were looked into and search parties were formed to visit…

Sunrisers Hyderabad posted 277-3 for the highest-ever Indian Premier League total and went on to beat Mumbai Indians by 31 runs in a six-hitting festival on Wednesday. Australia’s Travis Head made a 24-ball 62 and Abhishek Sharma, inspired by talking to West Indies legend Brian Lara, smashed 63 after Hyderabad batted first and went past the previous IPL best of 263-5 by Royal Challengers Bengaluru in 2013. It rained boundaries in Hyderabad’s innings with 18 sixes and 19 fours as the South African pair of Heinrich Klaasen (80 not out in 34 balls) and Aiden Markram, who hit 42, posted…

We review dozens of gaming PCs each year. In 2024, there are a ton of great options, but we’ve narrowed down a list of the 10 best gaming desktops that deserve your hard-earned money. In 2024, we still recommend the Alienware Aurora R16 due to its fantastic design, solid performance, and decent value. However, there are several other options depending on your needs and budget. If you want a deeper look into how we evaluate gaming PCs, make sure to read our post on how we review desktops. Alienware Aurora R16 The best gaming PC Pros Much smaller than previous…

Walk down the Ramadan Park Market at Umm Al Emarat Park this Friday or Saturday from 8pm to 1am, and you will be attracted to a tempting smell rising from a mobile kiosk cart. That is where you will spot Fatima, a 21-year-old Emirati girl Fatima Al Mehairi, eagerly selling homemade chocolates. This is for the first time Fatima, a student of Zayed University, is selling chocolates at a public space. She developed the mobile kiosk cart to hit the streets in February .“I have been visiting Umm Al Emarat Park. This place is popular among people and I got…

Jill Biden has written a children’s picture book about her White House cat, Willow, that will be published in June. Simon & Schuster announced on Wednesday that “Willow the White House Cat” tells the story of how the short-haired tabby ended up at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Aides previously had said the cat impressed Jill Biden after it jumped on stage as she spoke at a Pennsylvania farm during the 2020 presidential campaign. Biden later adopted the cat and named it after her hometown of Willow Grove, Pennsylvania. “As Willow bounds from room to room, exploring history in her new home,…

Arada has completed the first eight residential buildings in Naseej District, a new creative hub based at the Dh35 billion Aljada megaproject in Sharjah. Each of the 920 homes in the eight Tiraz buildings is close to an array high-quality cultural, artistic and retail destinations, including Il Teatro, a landmark performing arts space that has been designed by Japanese architect Tadao Ando. Featuring a range of studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, the Tiraz buildings overlook courtyards and open spaces, and are linked to the rest of Naseej District by a lushly landscaped urban park. Smart home features come as standard…

The MIA Art Collection recently unveiled its groundbreaking exhibition, “LAVINIA: In the Footsteps of a Female Italian Iconic Artist,” at the prestigious DIFC Dubai. Alejandra Castro Rioseco, the visionary Founder and Executive Director of MIA Art Collection, spearheaded this initiative. In a chat with City Times, Alejandra delved into the inspiration behind the project, the collaboration with DIFC Dubai, and the profound significance of showcasing the works of Lavinia Fontana and four contemporary Italian female artists. The exhibition is not merely a display of artistic prowess, she says, but a powerful narrative woven with historical, political, and gender equity themes.…