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Seven hostages who have been held in Gaza were killed as a result of the Israeli military’s bombardment of the enclave, Abu Ubaida, the spokesperson for Hamas’ armed wing Al Qassam brigades said on Friday. It was not immediately clear when the seven died. The Al Qassam brigades confirmed that the number of hostages killed due to Israel’s military operations in Gaza has now exceeded 70 captives, Abu Ubaida added in a statement on Telegram. Israel’s military campaign follows Hamas militants’ killing of 1,200 people in southern Israel and the abduction of at least 250 on October 7, according to…

With the $30.5 million Dubai World Cup meeting just four weeks away tomorrow’s Super Saturday race meeting offers connections an opportunity to resolve their plans for Meydan’s marquee meeting. Five of the event’s nine races, all of which are sponsored by Emirates Airline, are solid prep races for the March 30 extravaganza which has become one of the most highly anticipated race meetings on the planet. The feature race is the rebranded Group 2 Dh1.7 million Al Maktoum Classic Sponsored by Emirates Airline which is likely to produce a contender for the $12 million Dubai World Cup. Originally, the second…

Resizing an image is something we’re all going to have to do at some point in our digital lives. And whether you’re using Windows, macOS, or you’re rocking a Chromebook, there are ways to scale images up and down on each PC. Fortunately, these are all relatively simple methods too. While there’s a near-limitless world of photo-editing programs out there, we made sure to highlight tools in this multi-step guide that any Windows, macOS, or Chromebook user will have access to. With that being said, here’s how to resize images in Windows 11, macOS Sonoma, and ChromeOS. Windows 11For Windows…

Saudi Arabia launched its formal bid campaign Friday to host the 2034 World Cup, in a race that basically became a formality last October when the oil-rich kingdom was the only candidate to enter the contest. The Saudi Arabian soccer federation revealed the bid slogan “Growing. Together” and a campaign logo of two multi-coloured ribbons forming the number 34. The logo “is designed to capture the essence of Saudi Arabia’s young nation, vibrant society and rich heritage,” the federation said. FIFA is expected to rubber-stamp Saudi Arabia as host in an uncontested vote by the governing body’s 211 member federations…

Grand Opening of Shaw Ceramics Showroom in Dubai The day before witnessed a grand celebration marking the opening of Shaw Ceramics Showroom, attended by a distinguished gathering of important personalities, media professionals, influencers, and enthusiasts. On this occasion, Mr. Vimal Sharma, the owner and managing director of Shaw Ceramics, stated, “Our mission is to provide the finest Italian porcelain slabs and deliver exceptional customer service to architects, interior designers, and homeowners in the UAE. We aim to be the primary partner in supplying Italian porcelain in the region, while promoting an understanding of quality and outstanding design.” In an extraordinary…

February 2024 is dead; long live March 2024! Last month was such a buzzkill, with terrible movies playing in the theater (Madame Web) and at home (Netflix’s Lift, which didn’t lift anyone’s spirits). This month promises more great films (Dune: Part Two is here!) and shows (The Gentlemen is just around the corner). To celebrate the beginning of March, Digital Trends has a suggestion for you: stay in, log on to Hulu, and watch the movies on this list. One is an underrated British murder mystery, another is an Oscar-nominated film noir from 2021, and the final recommended movie is…

Many people move to Dubai hoping to make their fortunes and gain a life full of luxuries. But Canadian Jennifer Sault’s ambitions are far more selfless. A passionate humanitarian with a master’s degree in Nonprofit Leadership and Philanthropy, Sault, 35, discovered her passion for charity work when she was just 13 years old. Growing up in Winnipeg, Canada, she was inspired by her Filipino school mates to join a fundraising scheme to build and sustain a daycare centre in the Philippines. This sparked a desire in her to do more to help. After high school, she spent a year volunteering…

Israel is reviewing possible curbs on access to Al Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem over the upcoming Ramadan fasting month, a government spokesperson said after media reports that the far-right minister for police might be overruled on the issue. Al Aqsa, Israel’s third-holiest shrine, is a focus of Palestinian statehood hopes. The site is also revered by Jews as vestige of their two ancient temples. Israeli controls on access have often stoked political friction, especially during Ramadan. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said last week there would be a quota for members of Israel’s 18 per cent Muslim minority who wish…

Frenchman Ugo Humbert stunned defending champion Daniil Medvedev of Russia to reach the final of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Friday. In his first appearance at the Dubai tournament, Humbert set up a final clash with Alexander Bublik, the Russia-born player who represents Kazakhstan, with a 7-5 6-3 win over world number four Medvedev. Earlier, Bublik was awarded the win when 2022 champion Andrey Rublev of Russia was defaulted from the tournament for unsportsmanlike conduct. The dramatic match was tantalisingly poised in the third set at 6-5 when Rublev shouted at a line official. The ill-tampered match, which…

Al Zahra Hospital Dubai Launches “Refractive Surgery Unit” with the World’s Latest Vision Correction Technologies Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 27, 2024: Al Zahra Hospital in Dubai has inaugurated its “Refractive Surgery Unit,” featuring the latest in global vision correction technologies. This unit offers innovative solutions for eye problems within the country, adhering to the highest standards of precision and safety. The launch event was held at the hospital’s premises in Dubai yesterday, attended by Sheikh Majid bin Faisal Al Qasimi, the Managing Director and General Manager of Al Zahra Hospital, Dr. Marwan Al Mulla, the Executive Director of the…