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As we head into the thick of winter, the automotive scene is heating up with numerous events showcasing the latest vehicles and technologies. Here’s what’s been happening: Genesis Motor announces its ‘One of One’ program and takes the covers off several special editions On December 14, the luxury arm of Hyundai Motor Company, Genesis Motor introduced the exclusive ‘One of One’ program to the Middle East market at the Four Seasons Resort, JBR. The ‘Distinctly Yours’ event was an immersive audio-visual spectacle that seamlessly mingled a near-360-degree, life-size advertorial video with the physical reveal of the vehicles. Under the instruction…
Pakistan will hope Shaheen Afridi can bowl himself back into form and his batting team mates can rebuild confidence in a two-day tour match before trying to save the Test series against Australia in Melbourne. Shan Masood’s team were trounced by 360 runs in the opener in Perth on Sunday, falling to a 15th Test defeat in succession on Australian soil. While the home side will enjoy an extended break and light preparations before the traditional ‘Boxing Day’ Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Pakistan will strive to build momentum in a practice match against a Victorian XI from Friday.…
“Wego Reveals Key Trends Evident in MENA Winter Travel for 2023” Dubai, UAE, 18 December 2023: Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in MENA (Middle East and North Africa), Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), revealed the top booking trends for Winter 2023. This season witnesses families and travellers gearing up for winter trips, either for leisurely vacations or for expat residents to return home. In time for the holiday, Wego has identified several winter travel trends among MENA travellers. Surge in flight bookings More MENA travellers are flying this winter compared…
James McCaffrey, an actor best known for his work with Remedy Entertainment on video game series like Max Payne and Alan Wake, has died. TMZ revealed the 65-year-old actor died on Sunday from multiple myeloma, a type of cancer. “We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of our beloved friend and collaborator James McCaffrey, the iconic voice of Max Payne and Alex Casey,” Remedy Entertainment posted on its official X account. “His remarkable talent gave life to our characters and left an enduring impact on our community. Our hearts go out to his family.” As Remedy Entertainment’s tweet…
Worried about losing your Nol card along with the topped up balance in it? Well, there’s a personalisation feature allows users to get their money back along with other benefits. Apart from offering different types of cards, RTA gives customers a chance to personalise their cards and avail many benefits through the upgrade. Those who have an existing Silver or Gold card don’t have to go through the hassle of getting a new one and can instead link their card to their Emirates ID and become a registered user. From earning points that can be used for countless amenities to…
Holders Manchester City will take on FC Copenhagen in the last 16 of the Champions League while Spanish heavyweights Barcelona will face Napoli as Monday’s draw in Nyon threw up few standout encounters. Copenhagen, who twice met City’s rivals Manchester United in the group stage of the competition, will travel to Manchester again to face Pep Guardiola’s side. The Danish team will have their work cut out against the champions, who won all six of their group stage matches and are on an unbeaten run of 20 games in European football. “In the group phase they played against Bayern Munich,…
TAQA, the Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry of Cyprus and the Independent Power Transmission Operator Sign MoU for Greece-Cyprus HVDC Interconnection Project The planned 900 km electricity interconnection between Greece and Cyprus will terminate Cyprus’ energy isolation, increase energy security in the Eastern Mediterranean and accelerate the development of renewable energy Abu Dhabi, UAE – 18 December 2023: Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC (TAQA), one of the largest listed integrated utility companies in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore the possibility of becoming one of the shareholders in a…
On December 21, Netflix is premiering its biggest sci-fi original movie of 2023: Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire. It would be nice if that film represents a shift towards more science fiction films in 2024, but the truth is that sci-fi is a woefully underrepresented genre on Netflix. Subscribers will have a much easier time finding romantic comedies, action films, and thrillers than they will in getting their sci-fi or fantasy movie fix. This problem continues this month as Godzilla: King of the Monsters and Godzilla vs. Kong are both exiting Netflix after only a…
The UAE Government has issued a federal decree on regulating media. It applies to individuals, organizations, media outlets, and free zones dedicated to media in the country. It allows both individuals and legal entities to possess media institutions and outlets in accordance with specific regulations and conditions. What are media activities? As per the law, media activities include production, circulation, printing and publishing media content. It also encompasses audio, video and digital broadcasting, at a cost or free of charge. The law pertains to the issuance and oversight of licences and permits for executing these media activities. The law also…
The Egyptian election authority announced Monday that sitting President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi had won a new six-year term with 89.6 percent of the vote. Authority head Hazem Badawy said turnout reached an “unprecedented” 66.8 percent of Egypt’s 67 million voters. Over 39 million voted for former army chief Sisi, who has ruled Egypt for a decade. Sisi’s victory comes as no surprise and secures his third – and, according to the constitution, final – term in office.