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If you’ve long been attracted to the design and features of Apple’s AirPods but you want one that’s designed for Android devices, you should check out the Google Pixel Buds Pro. They’re even more interesting if you buy them from Amazon, where the true wireless earbuds are down to $150 following a 25% discount on their original price of $200. We’re not sure how much time is remaining before you lose your chance at the $50 in savings though, so it’s highly recommended that you proceed with the purchase as soon as possible. Why you should buy the Google Pixel…
Have you been worried about your household expenditures overshooting your monthly budgets? You are not alone. Almost half of UAE residents say the ‘cost of living’ is the leading cause of stress, followed by personal and family financial concerns, according to a survey. Unfortunately, this concern will persist unabated as residents brace for escalating costs this year. Here’s a look at the things that will add to your cost of living in 2024: Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. 1. Higher rents Rents take the biggest bite out of residents’ salary, and according…
Tesla’s upgraded Model 3 sedan has been available in the U.S. since last month, and on Wednesday designers and engineers at the automaker appeared in a video (below) showing off the refreshed design. The Model 3 launched in 2017 and is Tesla’s most affordable electric vehicle. The refresh was a long time coming, and should help to retain the Model 3’s popularity going forward. One of the vehicle designers in the video says they “took out what I call the baby fat” from the original design to create a “slippery silhouette” that’s like “a refined athlete.” Split lines have been…
Retaining expatriate wealth will prove crucial for the long-term growth of GCC economies, highlighted a report released during the World Governments Summit (WGS) in Dubai on Wednesday. The economic benefits of attracting highly-skilled professionals include advancing knowledge transfers, enhancing innovation and entrepreneurship, and raising levels of consumer spending. “We are witnessing a global rise in the competition for the expatriate ‘silver dollar’ as working populations live longer and retire earlier,” said Robert Ansari, Wealth Leader, Mercer IMEA, a co-author of the report. He noted: “GCC countries like the UAE – because of their significant proportion of high-net-worth international expatriates –…
Name: Rebecca Steinecke Road cars: A collection of Ferraris including the 488 Pista Spider, SF90 Stradale Assetto Fiorano, Roma and the 812 Superfast; a 2010 Aston Martin DBS Volante, and a Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII Series II SWB Track cars: Ferrari 488 Challenge EVO Nationality: German Profession: Entrepreneur In Dubai since: 2019 With grand propositions for both business and pleasure, Dubai has managed to draw an incredible number of people from around the globe. Rebecca Steinecke, a German expat and entrepreneur, is one such individual who has made Dubai her home. Like many in this city, she too shares a great…
Ring is one of many companies that lock video doorbell features behind a monthly paywall. Unless you’re forking out cash every month, you won’t have full access to everything your device can offer. The brand also recently instituted a price hike — and some shoppers are so frustrated that they’ve started looking elsewhere for their security needs. If that’s you, or if you’d like to find an easy way to cut down your spending this year, here’s a look at four Ring alternatives that don’t require a subscription. Some of these may offer optional subscriptions, but even if you don’t…
The northern town of Kalba (which comes under Sharjah Municipality) on the east coast of the UAE is grappling with flooding caused by torrential rains. The authorities and social welfare organisations have taken swift action, evacuating numerous residents to safer locations like hotels and schools. “Many areas in Kalba, specially in the industrial area, are submerged in water. When the water levels started increasing, we got into action and helped people move out to safer places,” said Mohammed Nabeel, president Kairali Cultural Association Fujairah, Kalba Unit. “We sent out a message in [chat] groups asking people call us for any…
Professional esports player Madiha Naz, affiliated with Dubai-based gaming team Galaxy Racer Esports, is advocating for a career in esports for females. And why not? If you love gaming, might as well make a living out of it. Right? Graduating in 2019 with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Madiha found herself unexpectedly thrust into the world of esports shortly after exploring job opportunities typical for new graduates. In 2020, she assumed the role of captain for the first all-female Middle Eastern esports team, embarking on a four-year journey as a professional gamer. With aspirations of achieving greater success in international…
The seasons are changing and there is a sniff and a cough everywhere. It’s a time when parents especially get concerned about their little ones and wonder what measures could be taken to prevent them from frequently falling ill. Some of the questions I get asked as a paediatrician on a daily basis in the clinic are the following – “I feel I am here every week. Is there any reason why my child keeps falliing sick?” “Can I do something to improve my child’s immunity?” “What are we doing or not doing that contribute to my child getting many…
When Netflix offers to take you to different worlds, it’s not an idle promise. The best documentaries on Netflix are among the greatest you can find online. Everything from true crime to nature documentaries and more come together in one streaming destination. And it can be a powerful tool to vicariously explore parts of the world that many of us would otherwise never have seen. The latest additions include The Greatest Night in Pop, which really lives up to its title. Additionally, American Nightmare, and Bad Surgeon: Love Under the Knife offer unsettling looks at two very different crimes. Finally, Chimp…