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Rafael Nadal marked his singles comeback after being out injured for nearly a year with a convincing 7-5 6-1 victory over Austrian former world number three Dominic Thiem in the Brisbane International first round on Tuesday. The 22-times Grand Slam champion had arthroscopic surgery last June after injuring his left hip flexor during his second round defeat by Mackenzie McDonald at the Australian Open in early 2023. Nadal returned to competitive tennis in the new season on Sunday and crashed to a doubles defeat while partnering retired veteran Marc Lopez but showed glimpses of his top form ahead of the…

Dubai Jewellery Group Awards 8 Kilos of Gold as DSF’s Golden Triumph Continues Over 17 Kilos of Gold still up for grabs; shoppers can strike it rich with every AED 500 purchase until 14thJanuary 2024 Dubai, UAE, January 02, 2024–As Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) enters its fourth week with unmissable deals and vibrant festivities, the Dubai Jewellery Group (DJG) is thrilled to announce the fortunate winners emerging from the captivating raffles held during the festival’s initial three weeks. A total of 32 lucky individuals have emerged as recipients of a dazzling quarter kilo of gold each, while an impressive count…

Raffle draws in the UAE have confirmed that winners will receive their prize money despite all games being instructed to pause operations from Monday. The temporary pause is in line with the latest directives from the UAE Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) – a federal body set up in September. It was not immediately clear when other gaming companies will follow suit, although Mahzooz said this is an “industry-wide mandate” that “aligns with regulators’ efforts to create a well-regulated gaming environment in the UAE”. Paul Chader, head of operations at Emirates Draw, said that the winners of the Fast5 game will…

Four people have been confirmed dead in the powerful earthquake that rocked Japan, the Kyodo news agency reported early Tuesday, citing authorities in Ishikawa prefecture. The 7.5-magnitude quake struck the prefecture on the Sea of Japan side of the main island of Honshu on Monday, triggering tsunami waves over a metre high, damaging homes, and setting off a major fire. A powerful earthquake struck central Japan, destroying buildings, knocking out power to tens of thousands of homes and prompting residents in some coastal areas to flee to higher ground. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) initially issued a major tsunami warning…

An Air India pilot has been derostered after a heavy landing in Dubai, according to Indian media reports. The Times of India says that the flight, which was travelling from Kochi, made the landing on December 20. The aircraft came to a stop safely despite the less-than-smooth landing. An Air India spokesperson reportedly said that an investigation has started as per Directorate General of Civil Aviation rules and that until it is complete, the pilot will not be allowed to fly. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The plane was grounded in Dubai…

Dulsco People, Assured Aviation Services Collaboration Sets New Standards for Airport Ground Service Equipment and Environmental Responsibility Based on previous partnerships, Assured and Dulscostand toconservemillions of litres of water in less than 20 months DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — 02January 2024: Dubai-based Dulsco Group, a leader in People Solutions, Environmental Solutions, Talent Solutions, and Energy Recruitment Solutions, announces its partnership with Assured Aviation Services, a pioneer in providing dry washing services tailored for aircraft and airport ground service equipment. This collaboration signifies a monumental stride in sustainable aviation services, introducing an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative to traditional wet washing techniques…

Do you want to watch NBA games live from anywhere in the world, for free? The main option for catching your favorite team without having to pay is to make use of one of the free streaming service trials available right now. However, if you’re looking for a more permanent solution, you’ll have to shell out for a monthly streaming subscription. Our top recommendations for watching the NBA, free or otherwise, include Fubo TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV. Read on to learn more about what each of these streaming providers offer and why they are the best options for…

South Korean opposition party leader Lee Jae-myung was stabbed in the neck on Tuesday while talking to reporters in the port city of Busan. Lee was walking in a crowd of journalists after visiting the site of a new airport when a man in front of him lunged and struck him in the neck, footage on South Korean television channels showed. The 59-year-old was seen collapsing to the ground as people rushed to aid him. One man was seen pressing a handkerchief on Lee’s neck. He was “walking to his car while talking to reporters when the attacker asked for…

UAE consumers continue buying precious gold jewellery during the festival and holiday season despite gold prices reaching a multi-week high. Retailers in Dubai said that gold jewellery is still a preferred choice of UAE consumers as compared to coins and bars even when the prices rally because shoppers use it as an ornament and also benefit from its price increase. During festivals and the holiday season, residents also buy gold jewellery as a gift for their loved ones. The wedding season also contributes significantly to the gold jewellery demand. Gold prices hit a three-week-high, last week and also opened higher…

NKF Real Estate funds education and vocational training for impoverished,flood-affected people Nahida Khan Foundation has been relentlessly helping the inhabitants of flood-stricken villages in Bangladesh since 2002 Press Release                                                                                                                          Date: Dubai, UAE; January 2, 2024 NKF Real Estate, aDubai-based boutique real estate brokerage and property management organisation, is contributing a part of its proceedings to Nahida Khan Foundation, a Non-Government Organisation (NGO) that helps the unfortunate people who have been affected by severe floods in the north-eastern part of Bangladesh. Nahida Khan Foundation (NKF) is a charity organisation active since its establishment in 2002 by founder Nahida Khan, a former…