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It’s simple: Say “smartwatch,” and most people will think of an Apple Watch. As a result, Apple’s wearable has become the standard by which all other smartwatches and fitness trackers are judged, and it’s easy to see why. The latest addition to the line, the Apple Watch Series 9, is a masterclass of form and function — as it has been for a long time, to be entirely fair. As a result, the Series 9’s lack of changes belies an admission from Apple that “what ain’t broke shouldn’t be fixed,” and while that gives you little reason to upgrade from…
If you’re looking forward to getting the ‘front-row-seat’ experience of seeing Burj Khalifa’s world-famous New Year’s Eve show at the Burj Park — it’s time to move to Plan B. The paid tickets to the venue are gone. All sold out. Burj Khalifa developer Emaar announced in November that tickets would be required to watch the iconic fireworks and light show from the park. Besides uninterrupted views of the spectacle and live entertainment, each pass — priced at Dh300 for adults and Dh150 for kids — comes with one meal and two drinks. Made available on November 10, the passes…
The sixth group of wounded Palestinian children and cancer patients arrived in the UAE on Tuesday in implementation of the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to provide medical treatment for 1,000 injured children, and 1,000 cancer patients from the Gaza Strip, in the UAE’s hospitals. Departing from Al Arish International Airport in the Arab Republic of Egypt, the plane landed at Abu Dhabi International Airport, carrying 61 children who are in the most urgent need of medical assistance, accompanied by 71 members of their families. Since the outbreak of the crisis, the UAE immediately…
With the UAE e-commerce market, expected to reach $17.2 billion by 2027, Ayshei.com, a new web3-enabled online marketplace backed by Medad Holding and leading investors, is set to officially launch at the beginning of 2024. Ayshei, which means ‘Anything’ in Arabic, will integrate cutting-edge features such as online auctions, virtual stores, delivery services, and AI technology, among other unique solutions. This platform will seek to provide users with an all-in-one solution for secure transactions and communications. Mohammed Shaiba Al Mazrouei, CEO of Ayshei, said: “With Ayshei.com, we are not just launching a marketplace; we are unleashing a new era of…
Australia’s World Cup-winning skipper Pat Cummins became the most expensive player in Indian Premier League history Tuesday when Sunrisers Hyderabad paid Rs205 million ($2.47 million) for his services, a live broadcast of the tournament’s player auction showed. The fast bowler, who skipped this year’s IPL because of a packed calendar, surpassed the Rs185 million ($2.23 million) record set by England all-rounder Sam Curran last year.
Legal expert: Arbitration laws in the UAE enhance international dispute settlement activity Dr. Faisal Alhefeiti: “The UAE has made great strides to strengthen its position in the field of international arbitration”. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Tuesday, 5 December, 2023: Expert and legal advisor, Dr. Faisal Saeed Alhefeiti, confirmed that the United Arab Emirates has made great strides in developing the dispute settlement sector, building national capabilities in the field of arbitration, and increasing community awareness of arbitration and alternative means of resolving disputes. Expert and legal advisor, Dr. Faisal Saeed Alhefeiti, Alhefeiti added that arbitration in the UAE has become…
The mobile device landscape constantly changes, with new products continually on the horizon. Though many fans on the Android side are now focused on the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S24 series, another device will likely get a launch date early in the new year. We’re talking about the Nothing Phone 2a. For the first time, Nothing is expected to launch a budget phone to accompany its flagship offerings. That’s what the Nothing Phone 2a is expected to be, and the rumor mill for it is quickly picking up steam. Here’s everything we know (so far) about the Nothing Phone 2a! Nothing…
The Biggest Book Sale in the World, Roars into Sharjah: Big Bad Wolf Sharjah is here! ~19th December 2023 to 7th January 2024, Expo Centre Sharjah~ Big Bad Wolf Sharjah, the World’s Biggest Book Sale, debuts in Sharjah from 19th December 2023 to 7th January 2024, at the Expo Centre Sharjah. The event ensures a grand celebration of literature, offering books at impressive discounts up to 85% and aligning with the cultural vision of the city, with a mission to empower people with knowledge and promote the joy of reading, making literature accessible and enjoyable for diverse audiences worldwide. 15th December 2023, Sharjah, UAE:– With 1 million…
One of the best fitness deals at the moment is over at Walmart with a huge $651 off the Echelon Sport Exercise Rower so it’s down to only $149 for a limited time only. It usually costs $800 so you’re saving a massive chunk of change by buying it today. If you’re looking to kit out your home gym for less, this is a great start to your new setup. Here’s what else you need to know before you hit the buy button. Why you should buy the Echelon Sport Exercise Rower Echelon make some of the best smart rowing…
Abu Dhabi-listed companies Bayanat and Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat) on Tuesday announced to merge the companies, creating an AI-powered space technology giant with a market capitalisation of more than Dh15 billion. The market cap is based on both entities’ closing share prices as of December 18, 2023, and a free float of 21 per cent. The merged entity would be one of the most valuable publicly listed space companies in the world by market capitalisation, with additional potential for significant global growth and synergies. The combined entity aims to capture regional and international opportunities in geospatial and mobility…