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Hollywood actor Vin Diesel surprised his Indian fans by sharing a throwback picture with his ‘xXx: Return of Xander Cage’ co-star Deepika Padukone. The unseen photo was taken during their visit to India to promote their 2017 action movie, which marked Deepika’s debut in Hollywood. In the picture, Vin is seen assisting Deepika with her coat, while xXx: Return of Xander Cage director DJ Caruso is seated in an auto-rickshaw. Reflecting on his trip to India, Vin penned a heartfelt message, recalling how he had promised Deepika to visit India with their director. He also revealed that the director had…
In 2014, Nadine Chammas faced a pivotal moment in her life when she discovered she had breast cancer. This diagnosis forced her to pause her life and redirect her focus towards her health. Amidst this challenging time, she found solace and empowerment in her studies of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), hypnotherapy and drama. Determined to leverage these tools for her healing journey, she embarked on a transformative path that not only impacted her physically but also emotionally and mentally. As she navigated her recovery, the remarkable results she experienced prompted inquiries from others curious about her approach. Encouraged by this interest,…
25+ Chinese universities will be at GETEX to promote education in China, with an emphasis on Technology and Medicine As the world’s leader of technology, China is now looking at exporting its Education prowess to the rest of the world while UAE and China embark upon deeper cooperation to promote quality Chinese education to UAE-based students. Students now have the benefit of tapping into the knowledge base that has made China the production and research hub of the world. China offers students more than education in the classroom through diversified internship programs and access to the latest learning and teaching…
Looking to invest in Bitcoin? It’s the most well-established cryptocurrency after over 15 years of operation, and despite big swings in value, it’s more popular today than ever before. But if you’re going to buy, trade, or “hodl,” Bitcoin, you need to use a Bitcoin wallet to store it, and there are a lot of different options out there. From those on exchanges, to hardware wallets, and even steel wallets that store everything offline. They offer various levels of security and convenience at a range of budgets. Here are some of our favorite Bitcoin wallets in 2024. Coinbase wallet The…
A Dubai-wide ban on single-use bags — including both plastic and paper — will come into effect in less than three months. The emirate had mandated businesses to impose a 25-fil charge on single-use plastic bags from the beginning of this year. From June 1, all single-use bags will be banned across retail outlets in Dubai, with stores not obligated to offer free alternatives. The policy covers single-use bags for carrying goods and shoppers are encouraged to bring their own reusable carriers. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. In an awareness guide that…
Pakistan will set up an inquiry commission to investigate accusations by six High Court judges of interference and intimidation by the country’s powerful intelligence agencies in judicial decisions, the law minister said on Thursday. Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar made the announcement at a news conference in Islamabad, saying the decision was taken at a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa. Their meeting took place after a letter written by six judges of the Islamabad High Court was sent to Isa’s office. It alleged that the country’s top spy agency, Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI),…
Despite global conflicts and recent regional unrest, Dubai’s economy, driven by key sectors, remained steadfast in its recovery. The performance of the tourism sector reflects as much, a new report showed on Thursday. According to Cavendish Maxwell’s Dubai’s Hospitality Sector Market Performance, in 2023, the city welcomed 17.15 million overnight visitors, surpassing its previous high of 16.73 million in 2019 and the 14.36 million recorded in 2022. Moreover, the tourism sector’s GDP contribution is expected to have nearly doubled this year from 2021 to 36.1 per cent, and is forecasted to reach 2019 levels once again, by 2024. To continue…
The Dubai World Cup is well-supported by two cracking turf contests, the $ 6 million Longines Dubai Sheema Classic (G1) and the $ 5 million Dubai Turf (G1), both of which have attracted a stellar cast. Both races are run back-to-back and are the perfect appetizer before the showpiece. A field of 12, including 2022 winner Shahryar who is aiming to become the first horse to win the 2,400-metre contest twice, will face the starter in the penultimate thriller on the night. Shahryar heads a formidable Japanese team which includes top fillies Liberty Island and Stars On Earth who will…
Mastercard report finds human connections and technological innovation are key for Cities of the Future The Mastercard Cities of the Future Report taps into the aspirations of urban inhabitants across Middle East and North Africa focusing on UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt. 58% of respondents consider AI and machine learning the most important technologies to make future cities smarter. Doha, Qatar; 28 March 2024 – Three in four people would be happier living in a smart and connected city, according to a new report by Mastercard, which features insights related to human aspirations and technological progress for smart cities…
Bitcoin is increasingly seen as a strong store of value, and a there are a range of different ways you can take advantage of its big swings in price to generate some profit for yourself, or create a digital nest egg for the future. But futures and ETFs aside, if you want to own your own Bitcoin, and follow the mantra of “Not your keys, not your coins,” then you’ll need to buy Bitcoin directly. Fortunately, buying Bitcoin today is more straightforward than ever before, with a wide range of methods for doing so. Here’s our favorite. Sign up to…