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The impact on GCC economies due to the impending rates cuts by global central banks in 2024 is expected to be largely positive, a report said. According to Kamco Invest’s GCC Fixed Income Market Update for December 2023, this will happen “as global economic slowdown in now expected to be softer-than-expected, with soft landing in economic growth. This coupled with lower inflation rates in the GCC should augur well for the region in terms of GDP growth backed by thriving non-oil GDP, a strong project pipeline and elevated oil price,” the report, written by Junaid Ansari, Kamco Invest’s Head of…
Half dreams, Half career. They make the northern and southern hemispheres of my universe. If I’m not dreaming, I’m working. The thin line, or the equator, where the two halves meet represents my life. A tightrope walk it is. A question that I frequently face and refuse to answer, or am unable to explain, is that if an imperceptible yet soul-filling career spanning over 40 years cannot manifest my dreams, what else can they? Most of these questions typically revolve around my age. Isn’t it time to slow down? Now that you have such a cute grandson, isn’t it time…
When it comes to the best shows on Peacock, you get a pretty wide selection of options. Some of the best shows of 2023, in fact, come from Peacock, like Poker Face along with underrated shows like Twisted Metal. Peacock continues to come out with exciting new shows, like the TV series prequel to Ted that’s set in the ’90s and features the voice of Seth MacFarlane, just like the movies. If that’s not your cup of tea, don’t worry. Peacock has plenty more from which to choose. Consider shows like the new season of Dr. Death, or go for the…
While UAE residents have already started 2024, having celebrated the clock striking midnight last night, some parts of the world are still gearing up to ring in the New Year. Time zones across the world range from 12 hours before the UTC (Coordinated Universal Time), to 14 hours after. Here are some cities, countries, and territories where people are still waiting to reach 2024: 1. USA While parts of the US have already celebrated the arrival of 2024, most are in countdown mode still! The large country has seven time zones, two of which have crossed the line and joined…
Romance is a state of mind, but we’d like to think that 2024 is going to be a year for lovers. People flying solo could always just watch New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, but couples – and single folks – who have a deep affinity for romantic stories may prefer to cuddle up with a few great rom-coms to ring in the new year. There is something deeply appealing about watching two people fall in love, even when that kind of connection can be so difficult to find in the real world. Finding someone who loves you is like finding the…
UAE’s two most popular gaming and raffles draw operators have put their activities on hold. Mahzooz and Emirates Draw said the pause from January 1, 2024, is temporary but did not specify when the games would resume. Here is all you need to know. Why have raffles been put on hold? Will other companies follow suit? The move 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”…
When 2024 arrives, how do you want to celebrate the new year? If you’re looking for movies, literally all of the options are at your fingertips on New Year’s Eve. But comedies are the way to go for anyone looking to laugh their way into 2024. Towards that end, we’ve put together this list of three great comedies to watch on New Year’s Eve. And it’s no coincidence that New Year’s Eve plays a major role in all three films. But if we had to pick an absolute favorite out of these three, it’s Ghostbusters II, a sequel that just…
The weather today is expected to be partly cloudy in general and cloudy at times over some coastal, northern and eastern areas with a chance of rainfall during daytime, as per a forecast by the National Centre of Meteorology. The NCM has issued red and yellow alerts in some parts of the country. The Abu Dhabi Police called on motorists to exercise caution due to reduced visibility. They are urged to follow changing speed limits displayed on electronic information boards. The authority also activated the speed reduction system to 80km/hr on Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed Road (Al-Faqaa – Al-Hiyar) and…
Every individual desires additional income. Saving and Investing with Patience (SIP) is a continuous process. Like we say, every dollar should have a job to generate a dollar. Funds lying idle in savings account will not assist the individual to tackle rising prices and inflation. In the process of earning and investing part of these earnings to generate returns, investors make their own rules suiting their own needs. Long term wealth is not built in a short span of time. Here are some of the probable rules that you may wish to incorporate in your rule book – Make your…
Shocking Cyber Shenanigans Award The honour goes to: Ten Asian men from an organised crime group, blissfully running their cyber operations from two rented villas in Fujairah. What gave them away? A jaw-dropping electricity bill of Dh23,000! Crime doesn’t pay, but unusually high electricity bills certainly do. Jackpot Juggernaut Award The champ in this category is: Pradeep Kumar, the Indian expat who defied the odds and won the Big Ticket Abu Dhabi jackpot not once, but twice! Scooping a whopping Dh15 million, Kumar is now the talk of the town. Double the charm, double the fun! Dubai’s Fast and Furious…