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Russia will introduce a six-month ban on petrol exports from March 1 to ensure it has enough fuel to meet domestic demand, the government said on Thursday. Despite being the world’s third largest oil producer, Russia has suffered sporadic fuel shortages since last summer amid high demand and repair works on refineries. Wholesale gasoline prices have risen since the start of the year, a problem exacerbated by repeated Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “Restrictions on petrol exports are introduced for six months, from March 1 to…
Settlement talks have failed in a lawsuit accusing X and owner Elon Musk of refusing to pay more than $500 million in severance to employees who were laid off after he acquired the company, according to a court filing. Lawyers for X and former engineer Chris Woodfield, who filed the proposed class action last year, said in a joint filing in Delaware federal court on Wednesday that talks failed to lead to an agreement earlier this month. The social media company, formerly known as Twitter, made an identical filing in the same court in a separate case that was brought…
With an array of things to do, there’s no place like the UAE to live it up when the week ends By Compiled by Noopur Bangar Dubai International Boat Show The highly anticipated 2024 edition of the Dubai International Boat Show is set to take place from February 28 to March 3 at the prestigious Dubai Harbour. The event promises an extravagant display of glamorous boats lining the pier, showcasing the latest in yacht technology and design. Attendees can expect to marvel at luxury super yachts and exquisite leisure crafts from all corners of the globe. Whether you’re a prospective…
And then there are those who dare to push the boundaries to reach the stars, and some like artist Manoj Bhingare from Surat, India, who beat all odds to draw portraits with their mouth. To them adversity has no meaning; what drives them is their will, and a resolve to not capitulate to fate. At the age of 10, Manoj Bhingare, while travelling by bus with his parents, met with an accident. Most passengers were grievously injured; so was he. He and his parents were admitted in separate hospital wards and couldn’t see each other for a while. After their…
While there are a lot of great laptop deals taking place, gamers will need to look at laptops that can suit their more specific needs when planning to take on some of the best PC games. But not to worry, there are a lot of great gaming laptop deals out there right now that can ensure some savings on a new gaming setup. Brands like HP, Alienware, Acer, and Lenovo are all turning up with discounted models this month, and we’ve taken the liberty of rounding up what we feel are the best gaming laptop deals currently available. Read onward…
Dubai Festival City was buzzing with excitement as teams from around the world gathered for the fifth edition of the Gov Games. Government officials competed in a series of challenging tasks, vying for the ultimate prize. The atmosphere was charged with anticipation and the wind added to the thrill. The stakes were high, with substantial cash prizes awaiting the victors in addition to the thrill of the competitions themselves. The top teams in the adult categories will secure a grand prize of Dh500,000, while the second and third place winners will receive Dh250,000 and Dh150,000 respectively. The allure of these…
Donald Trump called Thursday for President Joe Biden to take a cognitive test, slamming the Democrat almost certain to be his opponent in November’s US election for his “terrible decisions.” Trump regularly boasts about his performance on a simple exam meant to detect dementia, sparking ridicule from critics, but multiple missteps by both men have raised concerns over their advanced years and mental acuity. “Crooked Joe Biden must take a Cognitive Test. Maybe that way we would be able to find out why he makes such terrible decisions,” the 77-year-old posted on Truth Social. “I took two of them, and…
Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah will reunite with the India team for the fifth and final Test against England, but middle order batter KL Rahul has not fully recovered from a quadricep tendon injury, the Indian cricket board said on Thursday. India rested Bumrah for the fourth Test in Ranchi, where Rohit Sharma and his men grabbed an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series. Rahul remains sidelined since hurting himself in the opening Test in Hyderabad and, according to media reports, was in London to consult a specialist. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…
If you want a highly rated OLED TV at a fraction of the price, right now is the time to acquire one. That’s because this deal, which we found over at Woot, takes over a third of the price off on the 65-inch LG C3 OLED TV, known for gaming prowess and great visuals. It’s one of the hottest LG TV deals going on right now. And, unlike a lot of Woot deals we’ve seen, this TV is brand new, so you’ll be the first one to use it. But you’ll have to act fast, as this deal is disappearing…
The Joint Operations Command of the Ministry of Defence announced the launch of “Birds of Goodness” operation to airdrop humanitarian and relief aid by the UAE Air Force and the Egyptian Air Force in the northern Gaza Strip. The operation aims to alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian people due to the war and help them overcome the difficult circumstances they are facing. Operation “Birds of Goodness” is part of the “Gallant Knight 3” humanitarian operation which was launched on November 5, 2023, based on the directives of the President, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The operation, which will…