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The sun just let out a powerful solar flare — the most powerful since 2017, and among the most powerful recorded to date. It even affected communications on Earth, due to the effects of space weather resulting from the flare. The event occurred at 12:02 p.m. ET on December 14, and was observed by NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO), a space-based mission launched in 2010 that orbits the Earth to study the sun. SDO captured not only a still image of the flare, seen as a white feature on the right-hand side of this image of the sun, but also…
A part of Dubai’s popular Al Mulla Plaza collapsed on Saturday night, the police said. “Two minor injuries were recorded as a result of the accident,” the Dubai Police said in a statement issued on Sunday. Initial investigations revealed that the incident was caused by “improper storage of heavy materials”. With the teams’ swift response, the authorities were able to ensure the safety of all workers and visitors at the site. The shops were closed after the incident and visitors were asked to come back a few days later.
Israel stepped up its bombardment of Gaza overnight and into Sunday, killing at least 40 people, Palestinians said, after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu argued that the only way to secure the release of hostages was intense military pressure on Hamas. The Israeli attacks took place amid fierce fighting the length of the coastal enclave, according to residents and militants, with communications down for a fourth day, making it hard to reach the wounded. “The communication blackout in #Gaza is the longest since the start of the Israeli escalation,” the Palestinian Red Crescent said on X, adding that its teams…
Nakheel Mall Experience the festive magic at Nakheel Mall’s Festive Garden, running until January 15, 2024. Enjoy enchanting installations featuring water fountains, flowers, and wildlife displays. Engage in arts and crafts at Santa’s meet-and-greet sessions. Don’t miss the Dubai Shopping Festival’s daily deals. Depachika hosts festive workshops and gourmet treats for kids every weekend until December 31. Arts and crafts events are hekd daily and Santa meet-and-greet four times daily till January 1, 2024. Join the festive spirit at Nakheel Mall for a joyful holiday season. The Palm Embark on a festive journey at The View at The Palm, where…
The new year is almost here! Once you recover from all the hoopla of the holiday season, it’s back to the grind. That means looking for a great new show to sink your teeth into to help unwind after a long day at work or school. All the popular streaming services have exciting new shows coming in January, many with tremendous promise to become big hits for 2024. Read through the synopses, bookmark a few shows, and prepare to curl up on the couch with these five TV shows you need to watch in January. They all represent exciting additions…
Pope Francis on Sunday deplored the death of two women in a Catholic parish in Gaza, where he said “defenceless civilians” were targeted by shootings and bombings. “I continue to receive very serious and painful news from Gaza,” he said at the end of the Angelus prayer. “A mother and her daughter… were killed and other people injured by sniper fire.” “This happened even inside the parish of the Holy Family where there are no terrorists, but families, children, sick or disabled people,” the pope stressed. The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem said Saturday that a Christian mother and daughter were…
We all know Ed Sheeran is coming to town in January 2024. The award-winning artiste is slated to rock Dubai’s Sevens Stadium as a part of his Mathematics Tour in what is touted as the city’s largest open-air concert. As audiences, our main goal is to get our money’s worth: vibe at the concert and go back home. Die-hard fans may reminisce about the concert for the next week or so, or dish out extra money for that backstage meet-up and photo opportunity. But do we ever think what goes behind organising a show of this scale and what it…
Nathan Lyon joined the illustrious 500-wicket club on Sunday, picking up 2-18 on a seam-friendly Perth Stadium surface to help Australia bowl Pakistan out for 89 and cruise to a 360-run victory on day four of the first Test. Defending a victory target of 450, Australia’s much-vaunted seam attack destroyed Pakistan’s top-order in the afternoon, allowing Lyon to trap tail-ender Faheem Ashraf lbw and celebrate his milestone before the tourists folded inside 31 overs. Australia had declared after lunch on 233-5 in 63.2 overs, having posted 487 earlier and bowling Pakistan out for 271 in the first innings. Pakistan’s fourth…
In this installment of You Asked: What is HDR, really? Streaming with 4K HDR 10 + versus 4K Blu-ray discs with just HDR 10? What’s the difference between 4:2:0, 4:2:2, and 4:4:4 color? And why do some OLED TVs look terrible in the store? Which streaming device is the best for image quality We’re going to start with two commenters asking more or less the same question, and there are more like this in the You Asked inbox along the same lines, I’m sure of it. Freddy writes: I already know that quality can change among the different streaming services,…
Nestled amidst the Hajar mountains, Hatta has long been a retreat for UAE residents who are seeking respite from the bustling city life. The serene landscapes and cool mountain air make it a favourable destination for residents yearning a tranquil escape. Now, there is another compelling reason to visit the highlands of Dubai as the most anticipated Hatta Festival 2023 has kicked off. The highlight of the festival is at Hatta Wadi – where all the action is taking place. The festival which began on December 15 and will go on until January 2, 2024, promises a variety of attractions…