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Why blending technology and design is key to the ultimate airport experience Marcelle van der Merwe, Design Manager at Gensler Middle East, explains how airports are adapting and evolving to meet the demands placed on them by growing passenger numbers across the UAE Dubai, UAE – 23 January 2024: In a post-pandemic world, there’s an opportunity to rethink airport terminals to allow people to ‘choose’ their own custom journey, appealing to leisure travellers who prefer to linger, business travellers who want to get to their destination quickly and efficiently, and “bleisure” travellers who want the best of both. We call this an…

Love is in the air … and Hulu‘s here to celebrate. That’s right, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to say “I love you” than to sit on the couch and watch some great TV together? It’s cheaper than a night out on the town, and with Hulu’s great selection of original and archival movies and TV shows, you’re bound to be entertained. From historical epics like Shogun to returning shows like Abbott Elementary, The Conners, and Love + Beth starring Amy Schumer and Scott Pilgrim star Michael Cera, as well as movies like 12 Years…

Some UAE residents are now eligible to receive monthly cash benefits if they lose their jobs, a top executive has confirmed to Khaleej Times. These are employees who signed up for the mandatory insurance against job loss when it first became available in January 2023. These employees also have to renew their policy “immediately” to remain financially protected against job loss, she said. “Renewal to the scheme is mandatory to avoid cancellation of certificate of insurance,” said Dana Kansou, manager, Strategic Partnerships, Dubai Insurance — which manages the Involuntary Loss of Employment (ILOE) insurance pool. Failure to renew policies is…

RAKBANK and Playtomic partner to enhance customers’ well-being Ras Al Khaimah, UAE; 23 Jan 2024: In a strategic alliance with Playtomic, the leading Padel app, RAKBANK showcases its commitment to customer well-being. Through an exclusive partnership, RAKBANK offers its cardholders complimentary Premium Memberships to Playtomic, coupled with enticing discounts on court bookings. This initiative ensures that our customers have exclusive access to wellness opportunities in alignment with evolving lifestyle trends. Playtomic takes the lead as the foremost app and largest aggregator for padel and tennis, boasting 1.7 million users across 1,900+ cities worldwide. In the UAE, with over 90% coverage,…

League of Legends publisher Riot Games has cut 11% of its staff, resulting in 530 layoffs. The major company restructure will see the company’s entire Riot Forge studio shut down and include cuts to the Legends of Runeterra development team. Riot Games announced the move in two blog posts on its website. One details the scope of the layoffs and outlines how severance is being handled. The other goes into Riot’s vision for its future, which will double down on established games like League of Legends and Valorant, as well as its upcoming fighting game Project L. “Our vision for…

UAE educators as well as wellness experts are urging students to prioritise their health ahead of the CBSE board exams that are scheduled to begin in less than a month. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) board examinations commence on February 15 for both Grades 10 and 12. The examinations will end on April 2, 2024. To maintain a standardised start time, all examinations will begin at 9am UAE time. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Eat healthy, sleep properly Meanwhile, principals emphasise that students should prioritise their health, especially leading up…

Authorities in China’s far western Xinjiang region say six people were injured and more than 120 houses were damaged or destroyed in Tuesday’s earthquake. The government of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region posted on its official Weibo account that two were seriously injured and four had minor injuries. In addition, 47 houses collapsed, 78 houses were damaged and some agricultural buildings collapsed. The magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Uchturpan county, called Wushi county in Mandarin, in Aksu prefecture shortly after 2am, the China Earthquake Networks Center said. Around 200 rescuers were dispatched to the epicenter, according to state broadcaster CCTV. State…

The Indian rupee depreciated 6 paise to 83.13 against the US dollar (23.09 against UAE dirham) in the morning session, amid elevated crude oil prices and dollar demand from importers. Forex traders said the rupee is trading in a narrow range as the support from positive domestic equities was negated by foreign fund outflows. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 83.11 against the dollar, then fell to 83.13, registering a fall of 6 paise from its previous close. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. [Editor’s Note: For real-time forex rates,…

The hospital’s collaboration with UAE-based IMAGOnation aims to promote mental health and purposeful living to create happier communities American Hospital Dubai has announced a collaboration with IMAGOnation, a UAE-based social enterprise helping individuals cultivate positive self-image and live purposefully. IMAGOnation is the first specialised community enterprise in the UAE promoting life skills and encouraging intentional living for Arab expatriates. It empowers individuals in the 25-55 age group to develop a positive self-image that meaningfully shapes their relationships and behaviors using resources including workshops, community meetups and one-on-one sessions. According to studies, nearly one in four young people in the UAE…

Organized by Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities First Partners Forum among UAE state entities held as platform for better service Abu Dhabi; 23 January 2024 Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities recently organized the first Partners Forum in Abu Dhabi with leaders and senior officials from 24 government agencies and private entities in attendance. The forum seeks to provide a pro-active platform that will enhance coordination and collaboration amongst various government institutions to plan, develop and implement initiatives that serve the nation and the community’s interests, as well as support the UAE leadership’s goals. More than 100 attendees participated…