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Wall Street is counting on the so-called Santa Claus Rally to bring record highs as markets close out 2023 with strong gains. The S&P 500 is up over four per cent in December alone and has risen 24 per cent this year, bringing it within 1 per cent of a new all-time high. The benchmark index completed its eighth straight positive week on Friday. If history is any indication, that momentum is likely to continue in the short-term. The end of the year tends to be a strong period for stocks, a phenomenon dubbed the “Santa Claus Rally”. The S&P…

A professional sportsperson is immune to heartbreaks and is trained to move on quickly towards the impending challenge, India head coach Rahul Dravid on Sunday, referring to how Rohit Sharma’s men coped with the heartbreaking World Cup final defeat to Australia. Since being part of that fateful November 19 at Ahmedabad, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja and Shreyas Iyer had appeared in a few white ball games, but the rest will be playing an international match for the first time in five weeks. “It was heartbreaking but you have to move on quickly in international cricket as we now have another…

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Folding smartphones have taken the world by storm. Initially, they appeared futuristic and exciting. However, with time, they have been refined and improved to cater to everyday use. Their prices are gradually decreasing as the technology advances, but they still remain expensive purchases, making it crucial to make the right buying decision. Currently, there are two types of folding smartphones available in the market. The first type resembles a regular non-folding phone, which can be unfolded into a larger tablet-like device. The second type is similar to the classic Motorola Razr clamshell phones, where a normal-sized phone can be folded…

Saudi Arabian healthcare leaders are turning to technology, aiming to increase productivity and satisfaction among healthcare practitioners, as well as external partnerships, a new report shows. Alongside enhancing care delivery and increasing efficiencies, such investments play a crucial role in attracting and retaining talent. Royal Philips, a global leader in health technology, announced the results of its Future Health Index (FHI) 2023 Saudi Arabia report: Taking Healthcare Everywhere. Now in its eighth year, the Future Health Index is based on proprietary research across 14 countries, including Saudi Arabia, making it the largest global survey of its kind to analyse the…

This Christmas, don’t you want a little drama in your life? No, we’re not talking about those controversial remarks your Aunt Gladys said during dinner, or that horrible present you got from someone you thought had good taste; we’re talking dramatic movies, baby! Dramas are great to watch during Christmas as they are typically devoid of the false cheer and sentiment that is present in most holiday movies. The following three selections center on fractured families, broken relationships, and awkward Christmas dinners. They are all also immensely entertaining and perfect to watch on December 25. Need more holiday viewing suggestions?…

Senior leadership in schools may discourage their teachers from coaching their own students privately as this might lead to a potential clash of interest. Additionally, educators working in public or private schools typically need a ‘No Objection Certificate’ (NOC) from their employer before providing private tutoring. Speaking to Khaleej Times, several head teachers say that if tutoring is permitted, this practice should be limited to secondary-level classes and beyond, as students at this stage might require extra assistance in preparing for external exams. This reaction follows the recent news that private tuition has been legalised in the UAE, with authorities…

Like most aspects of our lives, technology has powered its way into the fitness business as well. “The future of fitness is not only about physical well-being but also about the technological tools that make it possible to achieve and maintain a healthier life. We are excited about the path ahead and the positive impact we can make on a global scale,” Tarek Mounir, Founder & CEO, Enhance Fitness, told Khaleej Times in an interview. Excerpts: How do you believe innovation, particularly in the realm of tech-powered fitness, can help businesses in your industry? Innovation offers a substantial advantage to…

Burnley manager Vincent Kompany congratulated Rebecca Welch for a “milestone” achievement after she became the first woman to referee an English Premier League football match by taking charge of the Clarets’ 2-0 win at Fulham on Saturday. Welch, a 40-year-old from Washington in northeast England, was working for the National Health Service when she began her refereeing career in 2010. She rose through the officiating ranks and, in 2021, became the first woman appointed to referee a match in the English Football League when she took charge of the fourth-tier fixture between Harrogate and Port Vale. Welch was also the…

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