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The Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai has announced a change in the routes of the intercity buses for the New Year long weekend. Monday, January 1, will be a public holiday, which was earlier announced by the UAE government. To accommodate for the increased traffic on the long weekend from Friday, December 29 till Monday, January 1, 2024, the RTA has announced the following changes: Route E100 will be transferred from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station to Ibn Battuta Bus Station towards Abu DhabiRoute E102 will depart from Ibn Battuta Bus Station to Al-Mussafah Shabia Station Stay up to date…
As laid out by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) molds can be found almost anywhere and can grow on virtually any substance where moisture is present. That means materials like wood, paper, carpet, drywall, and even foods — all of which you’ll find in the average dwelling, including yours. Potential health effects and symptoms associated with mold exposure are respiratory-related, like asthma or allergic reactions. In other words, indoor air quality has a huge impact on your health and well-being, despite the fact that most of us spend a majority of our time indoors, locked away from fresh, clean air.…
It will be a symphony of light and sound as Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest tower, will light up Dubai sky at the stroke of midnight to usher in 2024. On Saturday, a day before New Year’s Eve, Dubai Media Office tweeted a short video of the meticulous preparations that has taken 10 months of planning and execution to deliver the breathtaking spectacle in the sky. It will be “the brightest, biggest and most colourful” fireworks show created by men and women who worked round the clock, DMO noted. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on…
The Italian city of Venice announced new limits Saturday on the size of tourist groups, the latest move to reduce the pressure of mass tourism on the famed canal city. Starting in June, groups will be limited to 25 people, or roughly half the capacity of a tourist bus, and the use of loudspeakers, “which can generate confusion and disturbances,” will be banned, the city said in a statement. The city official charged with security, Elisabetta Pesce, said the policies were aimed at improving the movement of groups through Venice’s historic centre as well as the heavily visited islands of…
Ed Atack and Ty Berger joined forces to win the year’s final chapter for the Curry Club series that took place on the front nine of the Jumeirah Golf Estates Earth course. The event attracted 46 members and their guests who provided a fitting end to the 2023 season through a thrilling Pairs Scramble Members Competition. There was a three-way tie for honours at five under par with the duo of Ed Atack and Ty Berger clinching the top spot via countback. Ed’s pivotal moment came with a solo birdie on the challenging ninth hole, sinking a remarkable 20-foot putt…
While a Windows laptop can be great, it tends to cost a lot if you want to get something that’s even remotely powerful, and a lot of that is due to the fact that Windows tends to be rather resource-hungry. A solid alternative is going for a Chromebook, which runs on ChromeOS and tends not to need as many hardware resources. This ultimately means that they can be much cheaper and much lighter, and one excellent example is the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3, which has been discounted to $290. That’s a $140 discount from the usual $430 price and gives…
In celebration of the New Year, Umm Al Quwain Police announced on Saturday that motorists intending to enter the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah should use alternative routes due to road closures. In an Instagram post the authority said, “We would like to inform drivers that the roads leading to Ras Al Khaimah will be closed.” Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The following routes will also be closed due to the celebrations: Al Ittihad Street from Al Raafa area towards Al Marjan IslandExit 110 towards Ras Khaimah Emirate on Sheikh Mohammed Bin…
Air strikes in eastern Syria “likely” launched by Israel on Saturday killed at least 19 pro-Iran fighters, a war monitor said, updating an earlier toll. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said “19 pro-Iranian fighters, including four Syrians and six Iraqis, were killed and more than 18 were wounded” in at least nine air strikes overnight near the Iraqi border. It said the raids were “likely carried out by Israel”, after earlier indicating they were “likely American”. A US military official, requesting anonymity, said the “US did not conduct any defensive strikes overnight”. Stay up to date with the latest…
The star-studded field of 60 professionals will battle for a prize fund of $2.5 million at the inaugural DP World Tour’s Dubai Invitational at the stunning Dubai Creek Resort next month. The January 11-14 event, which is scheduled to kick off the New Year’s exciting golf calendar, will also feature 60 amateur golfers who will be vying for a share of the spotlight at the iconic venue, the second oldest course in the UAE which is home to the first golf Academy in the Middle East. The Amateurs will compete in a 54-hole Pro-Am tournament, with the Pros playing a…
The Razer Blade 14 and Razer Blade 15 are two formidable gaming laptops from Razer, a brand known for its sleek designs and high-performance gaming devices. Both laptops cater to gamers seeking a premium gaming experience but differ in size, specifications, and intended use. The Razer Blade 14 is a compact gaming laptop with a 14-inch display, making it a more portable option than its larger counterpart. Despite its smaller size, the Blade 14 doesn’t compromise on power, featuring high-end components to deliver a robust gaming performance. It is an ideal choice for gamers who prioritize portability without sacrificing gaming…