Author: dailyguardian.ae

The day will be fair in general and partly cloudy at times, the National Centre of Meteorology has said. Low clouds are set to appear eastward, over islands and may bring light rain tonight. Light to moderate winds will blow. Temperatures could be as high as 27ºC in the country. Mercury is set to rise to 27ºC in Abu Dhabi and 29ºC in Dubai. However, temperatures could be as low as 16ºC in Abu Dhabi and 18ºC in Dubai and 7ºC in mountainous regions. It will be humid by night and Wednesday morning over some internal areas. Levels will range…

The US and a host of other nations are creating a new force to protect ships transiting the Red Sea that have come under attack by drones and ballistic missiles fired from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen, Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin announced early Tuesday in Bahrain. The seriousness of the attacks, several of which have damaged the vessels, has led multiple shipping companies to order their ships to hold in place and not enter the Bab el-Mandeb Strait until the security situation can be addressed. The US military’s Central Command reported two more of the attacks on commercial vessels Monday. A…

The Indian rupee declined on Tuesday as its failure to hold above a key level prompted renewed dollar buying interest, while forward premiums inched lower after more Federal Reserve officials pushed back on interest rate cut expectations. The South Asian currency was at 83.1875 to the US dollar (22.67 against UAE dirham) at 9.14am UAE time, compared to its previous close of 83.06 (22.63). The currency had on Monday managed to strengthen past 83, but failed to hold the level. [Editor’s Note: For real-time forex rates, click on the widget below or visit KT’s dedicated Trading News page here.] Its…

Nakheel Community Management announces sponsorship of the UAE Netball Federation Dubai, 18 December 2023: Nakheel Community Management (NCM), has announced a three-year sponsorship of the UAE Netball Federation, the national governing body of netball within the Emirates, as part of its commitment to promoting health, fitness and wellbeing for the citizens, residents and visitors of Dubai, as well as NCM’s aim to become the home of netball in the UAE. The UAE Netball Federation has worked to promote, foster and develop the sport via schools, clubs, and on the international sporting stage, since its establishment in 2017. The teams within…

For years, if you wanted the best antivirus software, you had to pay up for genuine protection and security. Any free antivirus software admittedly lacked some critical features, like fraud protection or link blocking. While some antivirus programs cost money, there are plenty of free options with fantastic features. These days, you don’t always have to miss out on features like malware blockers just because these antivirus options are free. Plus, you can download these programs and start using them immediately. The best free antivirus software at a glance AVG AntiVirus Free AVG has two major selling points. First, this…

More than half of the UAE residents are finding it difficult to avoid food waste, according to the first-ever national household survey carried out across seven emirates. In the UAE, about 40 per cent of prepared food is wasted annually at the cost of Dh6 billion. Separately, the UN Environment Programme noted that 61 per cent of food wasted globally is at a household level. Thus, a nationwide study titled: ‘How the UAE eats’ was commissioned to learn about food waste behaviour among the UAE’s residents. From June to September, Ne’ma – the national food loss and waste initiative, in…

Carnival by Trèsind Christmas Brunch Indulge in an exclusive Christmas brunch with a lavish eight-course meal and non-alcoholic beverages for Dh375 on December 24, Carnival by Trèsind. Additionally, for an extra charge of Dh475 you can enjoy alcoholic beverages. Santa is in town and bringing you the option of a 9-course spread with DJ entertainment for Dh299. The Carnival event takes place from 1pm-4pm, offering an array of holiday delights showcasing modern Indian culinary magic in a sombre setting. Christmas Feast by Eva’s Fusion Enjoy your Christmas with Eva’s Fusion offering you a special 12-course set menu for Dh159 and…

First stand-alone France Visa Application Centre launched in Abu Dhabi for UAE residents The newly opened Centre operated by VFS Global, was inaugurated on 18 December 2023 by Ms. Soumya ZELMAT, Consul of France in Abu Dhabi. France visa applicants can now visit this Centre located at The Mall – World Trade Centre, Khalifa Bin Zayed the 1st Street, which offers enhanced comfort and convenience. All visa applications for France in the United Arab Emirates will be handled at this spacious Center operated by VFS Global in Abu Dhabi and will also serve the 7 Emirates through the “Visa At…

LG has announced its 2024 slate of soundbars a few weeks ahead of CES 2024 (as it’s prone to do). And with them is promised an “elevated home cinema experience.” We’ll have to wait to pass judgment on that part until we actually get to hear them. “LG has always been committed to delivering unmatched audio-visual experiences with superior quality, all to bring a better life to our valued customers,” Lee Jeong-seok, head of LG Home Entertainment Company’s audio business, said in a press release. “We remain dedicated to providing immersive home entertainment experiences through LG’s premium soundbar products, ensuring…

Following attacks by Yemeni rebels, several shipping firms have said they will avoid the key Red Sea shipping route, which is likely to disrupt global trade by increasing delays and increasing costs. In recent weeks, Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels have launched numerous drone and missile attacks on ships passing through the Red Sea’s strategic Bab al-Mandab strait, a narrow passage at the southern tip of the Red Sea that they must navigate when travelling to or from the Suez Canal at the northern end. The Houthis, who control much of Yemen but are not recognised internationally, said they were targeting…