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If there’s a popular game on PC, then it’s only a matter of time before there are mods for it. In the case of Palworld, it took less than a week for dozens of mods to start pouring in for this massively popular survival game. There is already a ton of content in the game now, with all the various items to craft and different Pal types to catch, but mods can help some of the lagging areas of the game before the developers have time to provide any official updates or patches. If you want to tweak the game…

Several UAE residents reported issues with mobile and internet services on Monday evening. The connectivity issues began around 6pm, according to outage tracking website Downdetector (screenshot below). Du sim card users reported their calls getting dropped, and many faced issues in connecting with other callers. N Abdulla, a Dubai resident, struggled to connect on the phone for an hour due to service disruptions. “I tried calling from my husband’s and kids’ phones but they are all Du. I couldn’t figure out what the issue was,” she said to Khaleej Times. Another resident, Afsha Noori, kept calling her daughter but couldn’t…

The Philippines will not cooperate with the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) investigation into a brutal anti-narcotics campaign carried out under its former president, current President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said on Tuesday. Reiterating that the international body has no jurisdiction, Marcos told reporters the government is monitoring the ICC investigators’ presence in the country and has ordered agencies not to assist their probe. “I consider it as a threat to our sovereignty. Therefore, the Philippine government will not lift a finger to help any investigation that the ICC conducts,” Marcos said. ICC investigators can come and visit “as ordinary people” but…

Gold prices opened higher in the UAE on Tuesday morning by half a dirham per gram. The 24K variant of the yellow metal was trading at Dh245.5 per gram as against last night’s close of Dh245.0 per gram. Similarly, 22K, 21K and 18K also opened higher at Dh227.25, Dh220.0 and Dh188.75 per gram, respectively, according to Dubai Jewellery Group data. Spot gold rose 0.32 per cent to $2,027.49 per ounce by 9.19 am UAE time as the US dollar edged lower while investors awaited interest rate decisions from several central banks and a slew of economic data in the United…

Why blending technology and design is key to the ultimate airport experience Marcelle van der Merwe, Design Manager at Gensler Middle East, explains how airports are adapting and evolving to meet the demands placed on them by growing passenger numbers across the UAE Dubai, UAE – 23 January 2024: In a post-pandemic world, there’s an opportunity to rethink airport terminals to allow people to ‘choose’ their own custom journey, appealing to leisure travellers who prefer to linger, business travellers who want to get to their destination quickly and efficiently, and “bleisure” travellers who want the best of both. We call this an…

Love is in the air … and Hulu‘s here to celebrate. That’s right, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to say “I love you” than to sit on the couch and watch some great TV together? It’s cheaper than a night out on the town, and with Hulu’s great selection of original and archival movies and TV shows, you’re bound to be entertained. From historical epics like Shogun to returning shows like Abbott Elementary, The Conners, and Love + Beth starring Amy Schumer and Scott Pilgrim star Michael Cera, as well as movies like 12 Years…

Some UAE residents are now eligible to receive monthly cash benefits if they lose their jobs, a top executive has confirmed to Khaleej Times. These are employees who signed up for the mandatory insurance against job loss when it first became available in January 2023. These employees also have to renew their policy “immediately” to remain financially protected against job loss, she said. “Renewal to the scheme is mandatory to avoid cancellation of certificate of insurance,” said Dana Kansou, manager, Strategic Partnerships, Dubai Insurance — which manages the Involuntary Loss of Employment (ILOE) insurance pool. Failure to renew policies is…

RAKBANK and Playtomic partner to enhance customers’ well-being Ras Al Khaimah, UAE; 23 Jan 2024: In a strategic alliance with Playtomic, the leading Padel app, RAKBANK showcases its commitment to customer well-being. Through an exclusive partnership, RAKBANK offers its cardholders complimentary Premium Memberships to Playtomic, coupled with enticing discounts on court bookings. This initiative ensures that our customers have exclusive access to wellness opportunities in alignment with evolving lifestyle trends. Playtomic takes the lead as the foremost app and largest aggregator for padel and tennis, boasting 1.7 million users across 1,900+ cities worldwide. In the UAE, with over 90% coverage,…

League of Legends publisher Riot Games has cut 11% of its staff, resulting in 530 layoffs. The major company restructure will see the company’s entire Riot Forge studio shut down and include cuts to the Legends of Runeterra development team. Riot Games announced the move in two blog posts on its website. One details the scope of the layoffs and outlines how severance is being handled. The other goes into Riot’s vision for its future, which will double down on established games like League of Legends and Valorant, as well as its upcoming fighting game Project L. “Our vision for…

UAE educators as well as wellness experts are urging students to prioritise their health ahead of the CBSE board exams that are scheduled to begin in less than a month. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) board examinations commence on February 15 for both Grades 10 and 12. The examinations will end on April 2, 2024. To maintain a standardised start time, all examinations will begin at 9am UAE time. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Eat healthy, sleep properly Meanwhile, principals emphasise that students should prioritise their health, especially leading up…