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Success knows no age; it comes to those who strive, regardless of time and tide. Defying the common norm of setting early goals and achieving laurels at a young age, South African flautist Wouter Kellerman, started his career when he was 43. At 62, he is now a two-time Grammy award winner and has nine South African Music Awards under his belt. His journey speaks volumes about how passion and dedication can take one to destinations dismissed by others as impossible or hard to achieve. Wouter grew up in a family immersed in classical music. His parents played songs by…

Italy’s Jannik Sinner came from two sets down to beat Daniil Medvedev in the Australian Open men’s final at Melbourne on Sunday. Sinner, playing in his first Grand Slam final, won 3-6, 3-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 at a packed at Rod Laver Arena. Fourth seed Sinner went into the match as the favourite after vanquishing 10-time Melbourne Park winner Novak Djokovic in the semifinals. Medvedev, seeded third, was losing for third time in Australian Open final having previously been beaten by Djokovic (2021) and Rafael Nadal (2022).

We’re back and sinally recovered from CES in Las Vegas. And this week, we’ve got a slew of great questions. Like the emotional journey of choosing between the Samsung S95C or S90C. Plus Zen and the art of eARC. And why is my ATSC 3.0 tuner slow? And why can’t TVs have all the ports we need?  TV-buying journey Jon Accamondo writes: Based on my personal needs and preferences, I have zeroed in on the Samsung (OLED) as my personal choice, but I am truly hung up on whether I stretch myself to the 95c, or jump on a 90c…

Dubai Customs on Sunday said it thwarted an attempt to smuggle 234,000 Tramadol pills from an Asian country concealed within a shipment of towels. Officers at Sea Customs Centers in Jebel Ali and Tecom detected various densities and variations in the towel shipment through radiation inspection during the examination process. The authority deploys a comprehensive set of measures and technologies to counter smuggling attempts, beginning with the ‘Early Warning’ system, which identifies pre-suspected shipments. It uses various methods, including manual inspection, X-ray detection, and K9 dog units. Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, director-general of Dubai Customs and CEO of Ports, Customs and…

An appeals court in Bangladesh on Sunday granted bail to Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, who had been sentenced earlier to six months in prison for violating the country’s labour laws. The court also agreed to hear an appeal against his sentencing. Yunus who pioneered the use of microcredit to help impoverished people, especially women, filed the appeal seeking bail on Sunday morning before it was granted. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his work in 2006. The 83-year-old economist and three other officials of the telecommunications company were sentenced to six months in prison on Jan. 1, but…

Jebel Jais Zipline Flight The Jebel Jais Zipline Flight is a thrilling adventure for zip-line enthusiasts, situated amidst the stunning landscape of Jebel Jais. This exhilarating experience features the world’s longest zip-line, officially certified by Guinness World Records. Located at a breathtaking altitude of 1680 meters above sea level, participants can expect an adrenaline-pumping ride at speeds ranging from 120 to 150 km/hour, making it a truly heart-pounding escapade. The scenic backdrop of Jebel Jais, the highest mountain in the UAE, adds an extra layer of awe to the experience. This zip-line flight offers a perfect combination of high-speed excitement…

Engaging in a routine, especially through practices like yoga offers significant benefits that go beyond the physical aspects, positively impacting our health and overall well-being. Here are 5 compelling ways in which staying active with yoga can improve well-being: 1. Reducing Stress through Movement Yoga is renowned for its movements and emphasis on controlled breathing. This combination acts as a stress-reducer. By integrating postures, or asanas, with breathwork, it creates a harmonious synergy that triggers the body’s relaxation response. Regularly practising these techniques allows individuals to face stressors with increased calmness and resilience. 2. Enhancing Mood and Emotional Well-Being The…

In 2018, Sony Pictures made a bold attempt to keep making Marvel movies without the direct involvement of Marvel Studios. The very first movie in Sony’s Spider-Man Universe was Venom, a film based on one of Spidey’s greatest villains who Topher Grace had previously portrayed in 2007’s Spider-Man 3. The Dark Knight Rises‘ Tom Hardy headlined Venom as reporter Eddie Brock and the titular alien symbiote who bonded with him. And unlike Sony’s later film, Morbius, Venom was a big hit, earning $856.1 million worldwide. Hardy reprised his dual roles in 2021’s Venom: Let There Be Carnage, which also outperformed…

Despite an increase in cost of living in the past couple of years, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah have been deemed more affordable than other major cities in Asia, Europe and the US, according to data released by Numbeo, a global data provider on economic, social and safety areas. The cost of living in the three emirates ranks much lower than that of Zurich, Geneva, New York, Los Angeles, Oslo, Singapore, London, Adelaide, Sydney, Auckland, Melbourne, Hong Kong, Tel Aviv, Milan, Vienna, Montreal, Frankfurt and many others. Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah are ranked at 142, 156 and 202 in…

Donald Trump on Saturday said he feels “sharper now than I did 20 years ago,” reacting to recent attacks on his age and verbal gaffes by Republican presidential rival Nikki Haley. Trump also said presidential candidates should have to take a cognitive test, apparently a response to a challenge from Haley, who has advocated the same policy, citing the age of Trump, 77, and Democratic President Joe Biden, 81. Trump was speaking at a rally in Nevada, ahead of the next vote in the Republican presidential nominating race, a caucus in the state on Feb. 8. In recent days Haley…