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Rescuers have drilled about halfway through fallen debris to reach 41 workers trapped for ten days inside a collapsed tunnel in the Indian Himalayas, an official said on Wednesday. The men have been stuck in the 4.5-km (3-mile) tunnel in Uttarakhand state since it caved in early on November 12 and are safe, authorities have said, with access to light, oxygen, food, water and medicines. Rescue workers have drilled through 32 metres (105 feet) of an estimated 60 metres (197 ft) that must be cleared in order to push through a pipe wide enough for the men to crawl out,…
In what could be the day’s biggest plot twist for the tech industry, OpenAI on Wednesday announced that Sam Altman is returning to the company as CEO. “We have reached an agreement in principle for Sam Altman to return to OpenAI as CEO with a new initial board of Bret Taylor (Chair), Larry Summers, and Adam D’Angelo,” the company said in a post on X. “We are collaborating to figure out the details. Thank you so much for your patience through this.” The development comes just a couple of days since OpenAI announced that the former head of Twitch would…
Red Bull, Mercedes, Ferrari, McLaren, and the rest of the Formula One teams have landed in Abu Dhabi. It’s time to burn rubber during the only twilight race in the F1 calendar at the iconic Yas Marina Circuit. Get ready for an exciting wheel-to-wheel racing experience at the 15th edition of Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2023. “This is the first time that Ethara will be promoting and managing the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Hopefully, our customers and our visitors will get to see a difference,” Saif Rashid Al Noaimi, CEO of Ethara – a new entity…
When the turkey’s been eaten, the leftovers have been distributed, and you’re trying to figure out what to do with the rest of your day, the answer is often a movie or TV show. While there are always some solid options to check out in theaters, you may also find that you’re not really interested in leaving the house. If that’s the case, then Hulu has some great recent titles that you can explore. These are titles that had limited runs in theaters, or never were in theaters at all, but are definitely just the right thing to use to…
[Editor’s note: This information provided by the Ministry in this list is as on November 17, 2023.] When hiring a domestic worker in the UAE, residents are required to complete the process through approved recruitment agencies and must avoid dealing with unauthorised centres that offer maid services. Dealing with unauthorised agencies comes not only with legal consequences but also social and health risks, according to the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation in the UAE (Mohre). Residents might end up employing untrained maids, and they would not be able to get any service guarantees, unlike what is provided by Mohre-approved…
The Royal Oman Police on Tuesday announced that the Gulf country would no longer convert visit visas to work visas. Before the announcement, travellers could enter the country on a tourist or visit visa and then get it converted to a work visa. The new decision is effective as of Tuesday, October 31. The authority also announced that the issuance of new visas for Bangladeshis has been suspended. UAE residents GCC residents from 100 countries do not need a visa to travel to Oman. The list was released by the Gulf country last year. The rule applies provided the resident’s…
Revel in the joy of quality purchases, all while making smart choices and prioritising value this savings season By Kushmita Bose In the fast-paced world of technology, staying ahead often means taking advantage of major sales, and getting swept away by the promise of the lowest prices. However, it’s time for a transition and here’s the thing – It’s time to shift your focus from merely hunting for bargains to strategically selecting products that marry savings with superior quality, because what good is a jaw-dropping discount if the product doesn’t live up to your expectations? Buckle up, savvy shoppers! It’s…
Alserkal Art Week opened in Dubai on November 20 with a moving exhibition of artworks and archival photographs featuring Palestine, particularly Gaza, and titled On This Land, after a Mahmoud Darwish poem. On This Land had originally been planned by the Birzeit-based Palestinian Museum to showcase the cultural legacy of Gaza, but was put on hold given the recent crisis. Instead, it resulted in a collaborative effort between three cultural institutions: Alserkal Art Foundation, Barjeel Art Foundation and Palestinian Museum. It was put together in record time, just two weeks, as a response to the devastating humanitarian crisis unfolding in…
England Test captain Ben Stokes has made himself unavailable for next year’s Indian Premier League (IPL) in order to manage his workload and fitness, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) said on Thursday. Stokes, who signed for CSK for $1.95 million in December, 2022, came out of one-day international retirement to participate in the recent ODI World Cup in India. “The Chennai Super Kings management is supportive of Ben in his decision to manage his workload with England playing a five-Test series in India before the IPL and then the T20 World Cup in June 2024,” the club said. The all-rounder is…
Official celebrations in Sharjah announced for UAE’s 52nd Union Day Running from 22nd of November until 3rd of December Sharjah: 23 November 2023 – In preparation for the 52nd UAE Union Day, a comprehensive program list has been unveiled by the Sharjah National Day Celebrations Committee. The national occasion is set to commemorate a diverse array of events taking place from November 22nd – December 3rd across the emirate’s most prominent tourism and cultural spots. Also called the Union Day, this national event will cater to a diverse age group, bringing together citizens and residents to participate in the festivities…