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The Ajman Human Resources Department has announced Monday, January 1, 2024, as an official holiday for the government in the emirate, on the occasion of the New Year. Official work will resume on Tuesday, January 2, 2024. Earlier, UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (Mohre) announced a 3-day weekend for private sector employees as well. UAE residents can expect at least 13 public holidays in 2024, according to a list announced by the country’s Cabinet last month. Four of the seven official occasions could translate into extended weekends, with the longest being a six-day break. (With inputs from WAM)
FIFA warned Brazil on Sunday it could suspend its national teams and clubs from international competitions if an intervention by its soccer body leads to the election of a new president in January. FIFA said in a letter to a Brazilian soccer executive that the country’s soccer body CBF could face suspension if it does not heed its call to wait and instead holds a swift election to replace Ednaldo Rodrigues as president regardless. The document was obtained by The Associated Press. A Rio de Janeiro court removed Rodrigues and all his appointees at CBF from office on Dec. 7…
Sumo Sushi & Bento’s Anniversary Box is the Ultimate Celebration Companion for the Festive Season Dubai, UAE — Sumo Sushi & Bento lovers can step into the festive season with the Sumo Anniversary Box, a delightful amalgamation of joy, variety, and vibrant flavors. As families come together to celebrate Christmas and gear up for New Year’s gatherings, Sumo Sushi & Bento introduces a specially curated Anniversary Box, promising an assortment of colorful culinary delights packed into one box of happiness. Curated as the ultimate celebration companion, the Sumo Anniversary Box encapsulates the spirit of the season with its wide array…
The Dallas Mavericks and the Phoenix Suns are going head-to-head on Christmas Day at the Footprint Center. The game, which starts at 10:30 p.m. ET, will add another chapter to the intensifying rivalry between the Mavericks’ Luka Doncic and the Suns’ Devin Booker. NBA fans are surely looking forward to this matchup between two of the top teams of the Western Conference, which you can watch on ESPN. However, there are some options if you want to follow the game through a Suns vs Mavericks live stream, and even ways to watch Suns vs Mavericks for free. The best way…
A unique court-ordered punishment has gotten reckless drivers to literally clean up their act. In a recent verdict, a traffic court in Al Ain fined three drivers Dh50,000 each, suspended their licenses for three months and confiscated their vehicles. Additionally, the court also made them clean the streets on which they had performed stunts. The incident, which came to light through viral videos on social media, not only resulted in damage to the public road but also posed a threat to the safety of those in the vicinity. This prompted authorities to intervene, leading to the arrest of the drivers…
Pope Francis on Monday deplored the desperate humanitarian situation of Palestinians in Gaza and called for an immediate ceasefire and the freeing of hostages in his Christmas message. “My heart grieves for the victims of the abominable attack of October 7, and I reiterate my urgent appeal for the liberation of those still being held hostage,” the 86-year-old said in his traditional Urbi et Orbi message. “I plead for an end to the military operations with their appalling harvest of innocent civilian victims, and call for a solution to the desperate humanitarian situation by an opening to the provision of…
From gaming to designing 3D worlds, a GeForce RTX 40-series laptop comes equipped with all the tools you’ll need Whether you’re a student, gamer, or creative professional, there’s no better time to invest in an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40-series laptop. Equipped with the latest GPUs from NVIDIA, these laptops are designed to push the very limits of what you’re used to doing on a laptop, resulting in a gaming experience like never before. For creative individuals, no longer are you limited to staying at your desk to design your next masterpiece. With the portability offered by RTX 40-series laptops, you…
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah said on Monday that families grieving for their loved ones in Gaza should not be forgotten, as he issued an emotional Christmas message marking only his second comment on the war in the enclave. Salah posted a black-and-white picture of a Christmas tree on his social media pages, saying he was approaching Christmas with a heavy heart amid the fighting in Gaza, which has been under intense bombardment by Israel since Hamas militants launched a cross-border rampage on Oct. 7. Israel says Hamas militants killed 1,200 people and took around 240 people hostage in their attack.…
Sustainability through Innovationis key to the future of healthcare Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder &Chairman, Aster DM Healthcare In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, global interconnectedness and rising challenges posed by climate change and its impact on future generations, the outlook for healthcare is undergoing a paradigm shift. The link between climate change and its impact on healthcare is undeniableand we must integrate sustainability with innovation into core healthcare operations. It is also very important for the global healthcare systems to be ready not only to support the evolving needs of peoplebut also to manage Black Swan events likethe…
Every joke possible has already been made about Netflix Games being — or not being — “the Netflix of games,” so we won’t waste your time trying to come up with another one. In the end, Netflix Games is doing its own thing rather than following the lead of other subscription services, and considering that nearly everyone has access to a Netflix account already, there’s no barrier to entry for a huge audience to check out its library of games. All you need is a smartphone and the Netflix app, and you’re all set. While Netflix Games continues to build…