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It’s quite ironic when Rahmanullah Gurbaz talks about hard work because everything looks so easy and simple when this young Afghan batsman hits the ball. Gurbaz was hitting the big ones for fun at the ICC Academy nets on Wednesday evening, less than 24 hours before his team’s (Dubai Capitals’) ILT20 match against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders. Blessed with sublime timing, Gurbaz reminds you of the peerless AB de Villiers every time he gets into position to play a shot. He also loves playing in the UAE for his national team as well as for the franchises in ILT20 and…

Mechanical keyboards are some of the most beloved among typists and gamers. They can offer the fastest and most accurate switches, great RGB lighting, and fantastic durability. But even among the best keyboards, some simply outshine all the others. Our favorite is the Logitech G915 TKL, which has a great compact design, excellent switches, and a fast and responsive wireless connection. Whether you’re looking for a wireless keyboard or a gaming keyboard, we’ve gathered the best mechanical keyboards for everyone. Logitech G915 TKL Best wireless gaming mechanical keyboard Pros Superb typing experience Bright RGB lighting Fast wireless technology Long battery…

The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority has informed motorists of a full closure of a roundabout from Friday. The authority said that there will be a full road closure in the square located between the areas of Al Qarayen 1, 3, 4, and 5, from Friday, January 26 to Sunday, January 28. It is being done to carry out maintenance work and raising the efficiency of the road, the authority said. The map below indicates the area of the closure: In addition to the maintenance work in the intersection, Sharjah RTA had earlier also announced a closure in the street…

Friends and allies of Donald Trump are giving him the names of mostly women and Black men as he seeks their advice on a running mate to join his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination, five of them have told Reuters. One ally who spoke to Reuters said a woman or a Black man as his running mate would be “helpful” to Trump, who needs to improve his standing among both demographics and attract more moderate voters in a likely general election rematch against Democratic President Joe Biden in November. Four other allies, whose advice Trump has been seeking as…

While the Ukrainian-Russian conflict is starting to slow down, causing less pressure on oil and gas prices, the events following October 7 have stirred things up again in the Middle East, especially with Houthis in Yemen keeping a tight hold on the Red Sea and the escalation of “Operation Prosperity Guardian”. Real concerns about these latest incidents affecting crude oil prices have started emerging, with observers expecting increasing crude oil prices to affect Middle-Eastern economies. Several factors seem to be putting pressure on crude oil prices globally, including the latest maritime disruptions in the Red Sea, which serves as the…

Try new Mexican culinary experience Renowned Emirati food blogger Reza Kiani and the visionary brothers behind Tacos Los Hermanos, Josue and Isaac, have joined forces to launch a limited-time gastronomic experience in Dubai. Tacos Los Hermanos, located in Motor City’s Neighbourhood Food Hall, is a popular authentic Mexican taqueria known for its commitment to quality and fresh homemade tortillas. This collaboration introduces a menu that merges Emirati and Mexican influences, featuring unique creations such as Birria Noodles, combining 6-hour cooked Birria with mozzarella cheese and fresh toppings on high-quality noodles, and Oman Chips Quesadilla, with crispy tortillas infused with consommé…

Preparations for Diwali are in full swing in many households. However, not all of us have the luxury of decorating our homes well in advance. To assist those short on time, we’ve compiled a list of Diwali decoration ideas for your home. Consider this your final checklist to spruce up your house before your guests arrive. Here are some straightforward Diwali decoration suggestions that can be effortlessly executed, even at the last minute. Begin with the prayer room The prayer room holds a central place during the sacred festivities and deserves special attention. Decorate it with flair. Diwali house decoration…

Lauding the ILT20’s popularity in the Gulf region, legendary fast bowler Waqar Younis shared his thoughts on the league’s growth, and the UAE team’s upward trajectory and the impact of well-known players in the tournament. The former Pakistan pacer with 789 wickets in his international career has been involved with the ILT20 since its inception. He features in the commentary panel that comprises many stalwarts of the game including the likes of Wasim Akram, Simon Doull, Virender Sehwag, Shoaib Akthar and Harbhajan Singh. “Last year the tournament was new, and we were lucky to be involved. I had a great…

NASA’s Mars helicopter, Ingenuity, is grounded for good. But it achieved a lot during its almost three-year adventure on the red planet. It was only sent as a technology demonstration to see how well it performed in Mars’ super-thin atmosphere. Five flights were planned over 30 days, but Ingenuity ended up taking to the martian skies an impressive 72 times and becoming the first aircraft to perform powered, controlled flight on another planet. Sure, there were a few issues along the way, but they were all fixed by the mission team’s crack engineers based at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in…

Etihad Rail operated its first rail journey that connects the cities of Abu Dhabi and Al Dhannah on Thursday. Once operational, the rail service which is currently under development, will enable ADNOC’s staff and contractors to travel between the two destinations. This momentous trip was taken by Dr Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Managing Director and Group CEO of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc), and members of Adnoc’s Executive Leadership team. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Following the milestone journey, Dr Al Jaber took a tour of Adnoc’s downstream and petrochemicals…