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When we think of a getaway in Europe, it’s seldom that a country like Latvia pops up in our minds. One of the three Baltic states, Latvia shares its borders with Lithuania to the south, Estonia to the north, Russia and Belarus to the east and south-east respectively. Here you’ll find everything you seek of nature – from beachside towns to the countryside surrounded by sprawling forests. And when you’ve had your fill of nature, there is Riga, Latvia’s capital and its largest city, which is filled with notable wooden and art nouveau architecture, a vast central market, and a…
The transport authority in Ajman announced new taxi fares in the emirate as fuel prices for September were announced on Thursday. Ajman Transport Authority has set the cab fare at Dh1.90 per kilometre for this month, marking a 6-fil increase from Dh1.84 in August. The hike comes as fuel prices climb in the country for the third month in a row. Super 98 petrol now costs Dh3.42 a litre as compared to Dh3.14 in August, while the Special 95 price has been increased from Dh3.02 to Dh3.31. Priced at Dh3.23, E-Plus 91 is now Dh3.23, up by 9.5 per cent…
The UAE has expressed its sincere condolences and solidarity with the Kingdom of Bahrain over the martyrdom of and injuries to a number of its soldiers that were part of the Arab coalition forces participating in Operation Decisive Storm and Operation Restoring Hope. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA), stressed that the attack represents a flagrant violation of international laws and norms which requires a deterrent response. The Ministry also called on the international community to unite efforts and take a decisive stance to stop these operations and return to a political process that leads to peace,…
Over the weekend, the UAE was hit by heavy rains and gusty winds, damaging cars and homes. A video shared by weather monitoring account Storm_ae showed trees falling on the vehicles during the rain, damaging the car’s windshield. Hail and strong blowing wind shattered car windows and glass of some of the buildings. This has left several residents wondering whether their insurance will cover their damaged vehicles. Motorists are advised to avoid parking in low-lying and waterlogged areas during rains as damages to engines are usually not covered by most insurers. However, insurance industry executives say that car owners can…
Magnum Ghandour had one thing in mind when he released his track Magnesium (on July 28): To tap into sounds that would bring out an imaginary sound, supposedly portraying the sound of chemicals and laboratory equipment. And the Dubai-based artist does so by combining electronic and trap elements with his distinctive vocals. Produced by Mohamed “Yungdroown” Ahmed, Magnesium is an energetic track that immediately grabs attention, perhaps solidifying Magnum’s place in the UAE’s rap-music scene. Accompanying the track is a captivating music video set in a post-apocalyptic setting, mirroring the song’s energy. The video’s dark ambiance symbolizes Magnum’s artistic transformation,…
Emirati women are known for their modesty and adherence to customs and traditions. However, this did not limit them from having their beauty rituals and taking care of themselves using means and resources available. In the past, Emirati women used to create what enhances their beauty — sewing their own clothes and making their own perfumes to scent their hair and bodies. They also took care of their skin and hair, utilising the resources provided by nature. Here, we look back at the traditional beauty secrets of Emirati women and discover the rituals passed down from one generation to the…
Nicolai Hojgaard used his Ryder Cup debut to learn off the best golfers in the world. Now he’s upstaging them. Hojgaard, a 22-year-old Dane regarded as one of the great hopes of the European game, held a share of the first-round lead at the season-ending DP World Tour Championship after shooting 5-under 67 at the earth course in Dubai on Thursday. French players Julien Guerrier and Matthieu Pavon were tied with Hojgaard as Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm — ranked Nos. 2 and 3, respectively — faltered down the stretch to drop off the leaderboard. McIlroy made three bogeys in…
The original Hollow Knight was first released in 2017 and was immediately recognized as one of the most impressive entries in the Metroidvania genre, indie or not. The immaculate hand-drawn art style made even the dank, drab world full of bugs known as Hollownest a truly endearing place to explore. Combined with the tight platforming controls, light soulslike elements, satisfying upgrades, and cryptic story, Hollow Knight soared to the top of many critics’ and players’ favorite games lists. Team Cherry, the three-person team behind Hollow Knight, didn’t stop there. The team continued working on the game for the following year with four pieces of…
Global Village has announced 30 new Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) kiosks during Season 28, featuring a diverse range of food and beverage concepts. The selection of unique SME concepts is located at the all-new Mini World next to Carnaval. Each kiosk brings its own distinctive flavour combination and cultural influence. Some of these new kiosks include SMASH Taco, bringing the TikTok-famous smashed burger taco to Dubai, Greek Street, offering authentic Chicken Slovaki, Gyro’s and Keftedes, and Swicy, promising visitors an authentic taste of Korean fried chicken in an array of flavours. SME kiosks are an integral part of Global…
The transport authority in Ajman on Tuesday reduced taxi fares in the emirate as fuel prices drop after four months of increases. Petrol prices for November, which were set by the UAE fuel committee, were announced on Tuesday. In line with the change, Ajman Transport Authority revised its taxi fares to Dh1.83 per kilometre starting November 1 — marking a drop of 7 fils from Dh1.90 in October. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. From tomorrow until the end of November, the Super 98 petrol will cost Dh3.03 a litre; Special 95 at…