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As winter sets in, the looming threat of a tripledemic is ever-present. A tripledemic refers to the simultaneous surge in the cases of Covid-19, flu, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), especially during winter. Vaccination programmes are an effective way to protect against viruses, slow the spread of disease and prevent severe cases, the country’s leading infectious diseases consultant said. Dr Nawal Al Kaabi, one of the key faces of UAE’s Covid-19 response, told Khaleej Times that protection against the tripledemic should be a continuous endeavour rather than a seasonal effort. “When it comes to healthcare, there is always more to…
Prepay Nation strengthens senior leadership team, appoints Sunny Hingorani as Global Head of Operations Sunny Hingorani joins Prepay Nation as they expand their leadership team UAE – December 20, 2023: Prepay Nation, a leading player in the global cross-border solutions space, announces Sunny Hingorani as the new Head of Operations. Sunny takes the helm of the operations department with full responsibility for leadership and development globally across all verticals and product lines. In this strategic role, Sunny brings a wealth of experience in operations, customer service, treasury,contact centers, business development, and digital strategies. Prior to joining Prepay Nation, Sunny served…
Scientists are turning to the beautiful and famous Whirlpool Galaxy to look for areas where stars could eventually be born. By mapping out the presence of particular chemicals, they hope to learn about the conditions that are required to give birth to new stars. Researchers have mapped out regions of cold gas within the Whirlpool Galaxy, as it is these pockets of gas that gradually condense to form the knots that are the seeds of new stars. These knots attract more dust and gas due to gravity until they eventually become dense enough to collapse into a hot core called…
Driving slow is not always safe – when a car occupies the high speed lanes and does not give way to cars coming from behind, it can lead to a real problem. According to Dubai Police, the first lane from the left is reserved for overtaking cars and for emergency respond vehicles. Although the first lane is to be kept free unless required, it is often used by UAE residents to consistently drive in the maximum permissible speed limit. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Veteran instructors like Mohammed Asif advise drivers of…
Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, the Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), officially launched this year’s ‘Big Bad Wolf – Sharjah,’ the largest book sale in the world. The event takes place at the Expo Centre Sharjah from December 19 to January 7. Following the opening ceremony, Sheikha Bodour toured the exhibition where she met with publishers and exhibitors, exploring the wide variety of publications on display. Promoting culture, respect, and values Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi commented on the launch and highlighted the event’s cultural significance, saying, “Strengthening cultural diversity and enriching Arab culture with knowledge and creative…
The holiday season is often called the most wonderful time of the year — but if you’re hosting any parties, you probably know it as the most stressful time of the year. Getting your house prepared, ensuring guests will be entertained, and the act of hosting a large group of people in your home aren’t easy tasks. Thankfully, there are a handful of smart home gadgets that can help you prepare for the big day and ensure things run smoothly when your holiday party rolls around. Here’s how to deck out your pad with smart home gadgets for the holidays…
When 12-year-old girl A.K. was brought to clinical psychologist Dr. Arfa Bhanu Khan at Aster Clinic Bur Dubai, she had been missing school for over one month. She experienced palpitations at school; had crying spells and was anxious and restless every time. “After detailed analysis, she revealed that she was scared to face her exams and felt pressured thinking about her marks,” said Dr. Arfa. “Her exams were approaching and her symptoms had increased to such an extent that she refused to go to school.” Thankfully, a combination of techniques to help set goals, reduce anxiety and manage stress allowed…
A Pakistani couple was sentenced to life in prison by an Italian court on Tuesday for the 2021 murder of their daughter after she refused an arranged marriage. Saman Abbas, 18, was living in Novellara near Bologna when she disappeared in May 2021, having rejected the previous year her family’s demand that she marry a cousin in Pakistan. A tribunal in Reggio Emilia in central Italy ruled that the parents ordered the murder, and that an uncle had strangled his niece. The uncle was sentenced to 14 years after accepting a plea bargain, while two cousins were acquitted in an…
Gold prices jumped more than Dh1 per gram in the UAE on Wednesday morning as global rates of the precious metal stayed above $2,000 an ounce on the US Federal Reserve’s rate cut hopes. According to Dubai Jewellery Group data, the 24K was trading at Dh247 per gram at the opening of the markets on Wednesday — up by Dh1.25 per gram from Dh245.75 when the markets closed. Its variants 22K, 21K and 18K opened at Dh228.75, Dh221.5 and Dh189.75, respectively. Spot gold was little changed at $2,040.08 per ounce, as of 9.25am, UAE time. [Editor’s Note: For real-time gold…
A couple from Scotland has completed an epic pole-to-pole drive in an electric vehicle (EV) in what’s believed to be a world first. Chris and Julie Ramsey began their 18,000-mile (29,000-km) ride 10 months ago. In achieving their ambitious goal the pair crossed 17 countries in North and South America before arriving in recent days at the South Pole. The Nissan Ariya e-4ORCE EV that got them there was modified with larger tires to help it cope with the challenging terrain. Torrential rain, strong winds, and extreme temperatures also put the vehicle — and the couple — through their paces.…