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In a recent publication, Harvard Business Review addressed the dynamics of women’s presence in the corporate landscape. The article, backed by data obtained from surveying men, shed light on perceived strategies for a woman’s success in the boardroom, and to no surprise, the answers boiled down to, “Women should act more like men.” In the cut throat corporate domain, being “too feminine” has long been associated with gentleness, while on the flip side, being “too masculine” has possibly led to excessive burnout and anxiety. As the current generation moves away from limiting gender stereotypes, there has been a growing awareness…
The Fifa Under-17 World Cup will be held annually instead of biennially, with the next five editions from 2025 to take place in Qatar, world soccer’s governing body said on Thursday. Like the senior men’s World Cup, the Under-17 tournament will be expanded to 48 teams, Fifa said. The women’s Under-17 World Cup will also be played annually from 2025, with Morocco hosting an expanded 24-team event until 2029. The 2022 edition had 16 teams. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “This followed a global call for expressions of interest in hosting both…
Gymboree Play and Music Introduces Blossom Beats, An Enriching Spring Camp for Kids Dubai, March 2024 – Gymboree Play and Music Dubai, the pioneer in early learning and play centers announced the launch of Blossom Beats, a vibrant and enriching spring camp for children. From March 25th to April 5th, children will embark on an exciting journey filled with laughter, learning, and creativity. The camp will be divided into two distinct themes, ensuring a diverse and engaging experience for all participants. The first week will be dedicated to ‘Giggles in the Garden’, while the second week will explore the theme…
Google I/O is one of the biggest tech events of the year. With updates everything from Android to Google Search and (more recently) new Pixel hardware, it’s one of those events you just can’t miss. Google always holds its I/O conference around the same time each year, typically in early May. However, the exact date is kept secret until a couple of months beforehand. Now, we know exactly when Google I/O 2024 is taking place. Google I/O 2024 will officially begin at 10 a.m. PT on Tuesday, May 14. In typical I/O fashion, Google will kick things off with a big opening…
The Integrated Transport Centre in Abu Dhabi has informed motorists of a partial road closure on a key road in Abu Dhabi from Friday. The authority said that there will be a partial road closure on the E16 Al Taf Road-Al Ain from Friday, March 15 to Tuesday, April 30. The authority has urged motorists to drive cautiously and to abide by traffic rules and regulations. The map below indicates the area of the closure:
Amid a string of political upheavals in Nepal, Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ secured a majority in a vote of confidence on Wednesday. Dahal faced the floor test for the third time following the constitutional provision stated in the Constitution of Nepal 2072’s Article 100 Sub-section (2) which mandates a Prime Minister to prove a majority in case any parties in the coalition walks out. PM Dahal secured 157 votes in favour while 110 lawmakers voted against him. One of the lawmakers in the Nepali federal parliament abstained. A total of 268 votes were cast on Wednesday. Stay up…
The introduction of federal corporate tax (CT) in the UAE marks a significant milestone in the country’s tax landscape. Announced in January 2022, the tax applies to the net profits of businesses and is effective from 1 June 2023. This tax regime, governed by amendments to Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022, impacts entities across all emirates. On 22 February 2024, the federal tax authority issued decision No. 3 of 2024 regarding the timeline for registration of taxable persons for corporate tax. According to article 51 of the UAE corporate tax law, any taxable person must register for corporate tax…
Dear Parents, Come to think of it, in this fast and furious world, being parents might be more daunting than governing a country or running a business; not in terms of magnitude but with regard to the sentimental attachment we have towards our children and the emotional investment we make to secure our children’s lives. The personal stakes are much higher, and for a majority of parents, every decision they make is in some way or the other linked to their children. From their academics, physical and emotional wellness to future prospects, there is a slew of factors that make…
Perhaps, the sports-loving residents have no inkling of the youth badminton revolution that is taking shape in the UAE. Since last year, four teenage shuttlers from the country have grabbed the top position in the world junior badminton rankings. Last year, identical twins Dhiren and Dev Ayyappan became the world’s number one pair in boys’ doubles on the back of their consistent performances in international events. Then this year, Taabia Khan, who comes from a family of cricketers, scaled the peak in girls’ doubles before Bharath Latheesh became the world’s top-ranked junior player in singles. Until taking a break for…
Applauding the performance of UAE’s budding stars, Waseem said, “The DP World ILT20 is one of the best leagues in the world so it was really amazing to see them perform to their potential. They are proof that we have the talent and all we need is the exposure and the experience and the DP World ILT20 is helping us bridge that gap.” Muhammad Waseem of MI Emirates receives the Best UAE player during the presentation of the Final of the DP World International League T20 between the MI Emirates and the Dubai Capitals held at the Dubai International Stadium,…