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We have the solution to Wordle on March 1, as well as some helpful hints to help you figure out the answer yourself, right here. We’ve placed the answer at the bottom of the page, so we don’t ruin the surprise before you’ve had a chance to work through the clues. So let’s dive in, starting with a reminder of yesterday’s answer. Yesterday’s Wordle answer Let’s start by first reminding ourselves of yesterday’s Wordle answer for those new to the game or who don’t play it daily, which was “IMAGE.” So we can say that the Wordle answer today definitely…

Ruya, a modern digital-native Islamic community bank, on Thursday announced its plans to launch in the UAE market, with its first community banking centre and head office located in the Marsa area in Ajman. Ruya aims to blend innovative technology with the core principles of Islamic finance, catering to the needs of both individuals and businesses. Licensed by the Central Bank of the UAE as a specialised bank, ruya aims o offer a frictionless digital banking experience, built on strong security and intuitive design. The brand ‘ruya’ takes inspiration from the Arabic word for ‘vision’ or ‘foresight’. The Islamic finance…

Al-Futtaim Automotive Builds On 23-Year Legacy Of Trust & Leadership In UAE’s Pre-Owned Car Market To Sell Over 25,000Used Vehicles in 2023 As per estimates from Al-Futtaim Automotive’s used-car division, SUVs dominated the market demand in 2023 accounting for 48% sales, followed by sedans at 29% Announces the second edition of Auto Fest offering exclusive, unbelievable deals on Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles from March 1 to 3 at Dubai Festival City – Festival Plaza, following a successful first edition of the sales festival from 23rd to 25th February Dubai, UAE, 28 February 2024: Al-Futtaim Automotive, one of the UAE’s largest automotive…

Many of us spend a sizable portion of our waking hours at or near our computers, whether it’s for work, socializing, or entertainment. Practically the only time we’re not using a computer, it seems, is while we’re asleep. But how should your computer face those night time hours? Leaving a computer on all the time can be noisy and distracting due to fan noise, and can cost you in electricity. On the other hand, shutting down and restarting a computer regularly could cause your components to fail earlier. So what’s the right choice? Should you use a handy shortcut to…

Offering free admission to everyone, the first-ever ‘India by the Creek’ festival is scheduled to take place at Al Seef Park in Dubai from March 8-10. The event promises a lively celebration of the deep historical connections between India and the emirate of Dubai. Presented by the Dubai Duty Free in collaboration with the Consulate General of India, Dubai and Teamwork Arts, with support from Dubai Economy and Tourism, and Khaleej Times, this event marks a significant cultural milestone for both the countries. Satish Kumar Sivan, Consul General of India in Dubai said, “Eight months ago, even before I came…

The “year-in-review” feature that gives users a fun retrospective summary of their activities in the past 12 months has been a revelation for personalized engagement. Music streaming platform Spotify famously embraced it with its ‘Wrapped’ feature, demonstrating the impressive power of first-party data. ‘Wrapped’ drives engagement by playing into the psychology of persuasive and personalized content. It taps into our innate need to feel special, exclusive and appreciated. The feature has rightly found admirers in millions of Spotify listeners. TBO.COM, a global travel distribution platform has extrapolated this “data-driven storytelling” to the B2B travel industry. To consolidate the available data,…

Navigating Innovation: Top Global Brands Launch New Vessels and Display Industry Favourite Models at Dubai International Boat Show 2024 Gulf Craft, Sunseeker, and Ferretti Group among those with regional and international launches this week at Dubai Harbour as part of the Dubai International Boat Show 2024 Finnmaster marks sale of its largest model on first day of show Influx of European visitors recognised by key exhibitors Dubai, UAE – 29 February 2024: From the world’s largest wooden superyacht to spacious luxury catamarans,some of the most prominent global yacht brands have revealed their latest vessels at the Dubai International Boat Show…

While DVD and Blu-ray dominate today’s world, VHS tapes ruled supreme in the ’80s and ’90s. It wasn’t uncommon for families to document birthday parties, holidays, sporting events, and other big moments in life with their handheld camcorder, recording the footage onto a trusty VHS tape. Unfortunately, playing those VHS tapes is challenging nowadays, as it’s unlikely that you still have your old VHS player (or that it’s even still in working condition). That means you’ll need to look into converting your VHS tapes to DVD, Blu-ray, or digital formats to take a trip down memory lane. Even if you’re…

A new app that digitises every step of the renting process may save renters in the country up to Dh3 billion dirhams a year. Takeem, which will digitise contracts and ensures timely payment of rents, was picked winner of their Best Advanced category at the App Olympics on Thursday. Founder Rakesh Mavath explained how the money will be saved. “Usually, a tenant has to pay 5 percent agency fees and 5 percent security deposit,” he said. “But with Takeem, the renter only has to pay 3 percent of transaction fee, 1 percent of security deposit insurance and 1 percent of…

In 2023, Emirates Development Bank EDB’s contribution to the UAE’s industrial GDP surged by 80 per cent, reaching Dh4.3 billion from Dh2.4 billion on 2022 and bringing the total loans financed by the Bank to Dh8.7 billion since the launch of its strategy in 2021, a senior official said. EDB also created more than 17,000 jobs — growth that demonstrates EDB’s critical role in the industrial sector and its dedication to fostering sustainable economic practices and employment opportunities, Shaker Zainal, Chief Business Officer at EDB, said at the third Investopia Summit in Abu Dhabi. Zainal highlighted that EDB, being the…