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Ship traffic in Turkey’s Bosphorus Strait is set to resume for northbound vessels as of 1700 GMT on Sunday, after a suspension due to an anchor failure on one ship, the Tribeca shipping agency said. According to a report shared by the agency, the Liberia-flagged tanker Peria’s anchor self-released due to bad weather around the Yavuz Sultan Selim bridge area during its passage through the strait and tugs were dispatched for assistance. The ship will proceed to the Kucukcekmece anchorage area under escort tugs, the report also said.

Crypto-related crime dropped significantly last year, a report has revealed. In its latest annual analysis of crypto-related crime, blockchain data platform, Chainalysis, found that the value received by illicit cryptocurrency addresses through 2023, totalled $24.2 billion, a significant drop compared to the all-time high of $39.6 billion in 2022. Of this, $14.9 billion, representing the largest portion (61.5 per cent) of the illicit transaction volume, related to sanctioned entities. Growing maturity of this class of digital assets is further evidenced in the fact that crypto crime accounted for just 0.34 per cent of total on-chain transaction volume last year. “With…

Pakistan cricket chief Zaka Ashraf resigned on Friday citing lack of powers to administer the board, meaning a fourth change will come into force in 13 months. A 10-man management committee took over the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) after former captain Ramiz Raja was sacked as chairman in December 2022. In June last year, Ashraf was appointed as committee’s head, replacing Najam Sethi, and was given the task of organising an election for the PCB chairman before February 4 this year. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Ashraf left the post after a…

This week’s image from the Hubble Space Telescope shows the aftermath of an epic explosion in space caused by the death of a massive star. Some of the most dramatic events in the cosmos are supernovas, when a massive star runs out of fuel to fuse — first running out of hydrogen, then helium, then burning through heavier elements — and eventually can no longer sustain the outward pressure from heat caused by this fusion. When that happens, the star collapses suddenly into a dense core, and its outer layers are thrown off in a tremendous explosion called a Type…

There can be no normalisation of Saudi Arabia’s ties with Israel without resolving the Palestinian issue, Saudi foreign minister told CNN in an interview that aired on Sunday. Asked if there could be no normal ties without a path to a credible and irreversible Palestinian state, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud said: “That’s the only way we’re going to get the benefit. So, yes, because we need stability and only stability will come through resolving the Palestinian issue.” Prince Faisal said some form of credible, irreversible Palestinian state is necessary. “We need to focus on a solution for the…

Friday market in Fujairah Nestled within the scenic embrace of Fujairah’s mountain range, the Friday Market has earned its reputation as one of the UAE’s premier destinations, drawing visitors from various regions. This bustling market is celebrated for its mild and enjoyable climate, making it particularly attractive to those who relish outdoor activities, such as barbecues. Beyond its natural appeal, the market stands out for its diverse array of services and shops, offering a comprehensive shopping experience. Visitors can explore a myriad of goods, from local handicrafts and souvenirs to fresh produce, ensuring they find everything they desire. Souk Al…

Pakistan captain Shaheen Shah Afridi said it was “very important” his team avoided a whitewash series loss to New Zealand after winning the fifth and final Twenty20 International by 42 runs on Sunday. The Black Caps capitulated for 92 in the face of some quality Pakistan spin bowling, having been favoured to chase down the tourists’ 134-8. Pakistan lost the five-match series 4-1 but Shaheen was pleased his first stint as captain had ended on a winning note, after being outplayed through the first four games. He said the series was primarily seen as a chance to build towards the…

“If you’re not in smartwatches today, especially as a traditional watch manufacturer, then we are the way that you get the right product for your customer.” This is how Steve Prokup, co-founder of Mijo Connected, described the firm’s business, and it has me seriously intrigued and excited about the future of smartwatches. I spoke to Prokup over a video call during CES 2024, and although you probably haven’t heard of Mijo Connected, and it likely won’t be a name on an actual product you’ll buy in the future either, that does not mean you should ignore it. Here’s why. Picking…

Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) chief Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has hinted at releasing over 10,000 jailed workers of Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party after coming to power in next month’s general elections in the country. Addressing a well-attended rally in Lahore on Sunday, Bilawal urged the PTI workers to support him in the February 8 polls and in return he will bury the politics of vengeance and free all incarcerated political workers. “The PML-N of Sharifs is taking revenge on the PTI. I ask the PTI workers to support me. If I come to power, I will set free all…

Prices of plots for the development of villas and residential buildings have increased by up to 60 per cent in Dubai due to the frenzy around new developments to meet the unprecedented demand in the post-pandemic period. Some of the areas of Dubai such as Business Bay, Downtown, Marina and Palm Jumeirah have either no availability of new plots or they’re close to reaching their full capacity, with just a few plots left to develop new towers. Real estate industry executives say that demand and prices of beach-front properties have seen higher increases, especially on the E-11 highways such as…