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The strenuous yet graceful sport of rhythmic gymnastics is usually dominated by East European countries, especially the former Soviet republics and Bulgaria. However, Emirati couple Tariq Malallah and Malak AlFarsi are steadfast in their dedication to promote the sport in the UAE and help the country win international accolades by taking over the ailing Dubai Youth Olympic club where they train young girls. Tariq’s sports background as a keen footballer helps in fulfilling their new mission. “At two, my daughter Lamia was always jumping around. When she turned three, my wife Malak enrolled her in ballet school at Ibn Batuta…

PosH-RacK summer and pre-Ramadan pop-up The PosH-RacK summer and pre-Ramadan pop-up is making a comeback just in time for Ramadan! Save the date for the 25th edition on Saturday, February 24. The free-to-enter event will take place at Taj Dubai Downtown Business Bay from 11am to 8pm. Complimentary beauty services and nibbles at The PosH Cafe from Golden Chariot will also be available. Indulge in a day of shopping with renowned designers like Punit Balana, Lajwanti, Papa Don’t Preach, Vikram Phandnis, The Temple House by Rhea Pillai, and Varoin Marwah. Mode Dubai – Where fashion reigns Dubai’s first inaugural consumer-centric…

The Indian women’s badminton team on Sunday scripted history after they won their maiden Badminton Asia Championships title in Malaysia’s Selangor. The Indian women’s badminton team defeated Thailand 3-2 in the final match to get hold of their first-ever gold medal at the prestigious Badminton Asia Championships. India displayed a quality performance at the Badminton Asia Championships as they beat China, Hong Kong and Japan on the road to the final. Olympic medallist PV Sindhu started for Team India and beat the 17th-ranked Supanida Katethong 21-12, 21-12. Sindhu dominated her Thai opponents in the opening singles rubber and ended the…

New Look & Feel for Cinnabon at the Mall of the Emirates Dubai, 18 February 2024 – Cravia Group – the franchise operators of Cinnabon, Seattle’s Best Coffee (SBC), Zaatar w Zeit and Five Guys – has announced the reopening of its Cinnabon branch at the Mall of the Emirates (MOE), with a promise of new sweet moments to savor in a revamped space that elevates customers’ experience. With Cinnabon and SBC together under one roof, the store offers the delicious taste of cinnamon rolls and authentic coffee in a cozy and modern setting to uplift spirits and indulge the…

If you’ve always wanted to own an Apple Watch, or you’ve been thinking about making an upgrade from an older model, now’s a great time to do so by taking advantage of this year’s Apple Watch Presidents’ Day deals from various retailers. Whether you want to stick to a tight budget with the Apple Watch SE, or you have an eye on the latest models — the Apple Watch Series 9 and the Apple Watch Ultra 2 — there’s something for you here, but you have to hurry because we’re not sure how long stocks will last for these popular…

Israel said it had taken 100 people into custody at one of Gaza’s main hospitals on Saturday after troops raided the facility, with fears mounting for patients and staff trapped inside. The deadly bombardment of Gaza continued overnight with another 100 people killed in Israeli strikes, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. At least 120 patients and five medical teams are stuck without water, food and electricity in the Nasser hospital in Gaza’s main southern city of Khan Yunis, according to the health ministry. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Israel has for…

The UAE-based company SkyPower Global has bagged a contract from the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) to install a 200-megawatt clean energy plant in DR Congo. Spanned over four phases, the first phase of the DRC Green Giant project will cost $200 million (Dh734 million) and create 6,000 job years, Kerry Adler, president and CEO of SkyPower, told Khaleej Times in an interview. He said this 200MW Phase 1 is a crucial step in realising the 1,000MW Solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) signed with the Congo’s state-owned utility, Société Nationale d’Electricité (SNEL). The project is expected to be fully operational in…

Timeout With Ankit makes history with the first-ever open podcast event in the UAE, featuring Bollywood icons Arbaaz Khan and Sohail Khan at BurJuman Mall. Hosted by Fox Media and Entertainment, the event on February 11 surpassed all expectations, creating a significant milestone in the UAE’s podcasting landscape. Attendees were treated to an evening of entertainment, insight, and inspiration, as Arbaaz Khan and Sohail Khan engaged in candid conversations and interactive Q&A sessions. Ankit Chopra, the visionary behind Timeout With Ankit, expressed his pride and gratitude for the overwhelming response to the event, which sets a new standard for live…

India set England a huge target and then skittled the tourists out for 122 to romp to a 434-run victory in the third Test and go 2-1 up in the five-match series on Sunday. India had been in the box seat since grabbing a handy first-innings lead of 126 and they never took their foot off the pedal at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium. Opener Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed an unbeaten 214, Shubman Gill made 91 and debutant Sarfaraz Khan struck his second fifty of the match before India declared their second innings on 430-4. Jaiswal equalled Wasim Akram’s record of…

Landmark Group’s Beat Diabetes Walk: A Milestone Event Supporting Dubai Social Agenda 33 More than 15,000 joined the annual family health initiative held at Za’abeel Park Landmark partners with Emirates Schools Establishments (Taaleem) to launch the Superkidz programme in UAE public elementary schools. The walk and family fun day supports Dubai Social Agenda 33 objective of promoting health, well-being, and social welfare in the city. Senior government officials who participated included H.E Saeed Mohammed Hareb, Secretary General of the Council, Dubai Sports Council, Dr. Abdulkareem Al Olama, CEO Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives and Sawsan Al Amiri, Head…