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Imagine leaving a bad review on Steam only to log on one day and find that the creators of that game had responded. That’s exactly what’s been happening to Starfield players as of late. Currently saddled with a Mixed status derived from over 80,000 user reviews, Bethesda has gone into damage control mode to respond to its harshest critics. Reviews that call the game boring have been met with direct responses as the publisher explains that perhaps that’s the point. “Some of Starfield’s planets are meant to be empty by design — but that’s not boring,” one especially bold reply from…

UAE residents will enjoy a fair to partly cloudy day on Wednesday, November 29. As the official winter date approaches, temperatures will tend to decrease. Expect humid conditions tonight and Thursday morning, with a chance of mist forming in certain inland areas. Winds will be light to moderate, occasionally fresh, particularly over the sea, leading to the possibility of blowing dust. The sea conditions will range from moderate to rough in the Arabian Gulf and slight in the Oman Sea. Temperatures in Abu Dhabi and Dubai will be 28℃ and 29℃ respectively. The highest temperature recorded in the country on…

The General Department of Security Relations and Media announced on Monday the arrest of online fraudsters who managed to scam people with large sums of money. The Kuwaiti authorities announced the success of their continuous efforts within the criminal security sector in combating crime and cracking down on fraudulent networks. Recently, authorities were able to monitor and successfully apprehend a gang of four individuals hailing from different countries. This group was found to be actively recruiting expat workers for illegal, fraudulent activities. After obtaining the necessary legal permission, the authorities swiftly arrested these individuals. It was revealed that they had…

VentureDive’s dedication to AI innovation is evident through their solutions, which not only effectively address present requirements but also proactively anticipate emerging AI trends VentureDive, renowned for its expertise in data and digital transformation globally, has introduced its innovative bilingual LLM support agents. Fluent in English and Arabic, these advanced solutions revolutionise customer interactions across the Middle East, Saudi Arabia, and Northern Africa. Tailored for sectors like, quick service restaurants (QSRS), consumer packaged goods (CPG)/retail, contact centers, healthcare organisations and BFSIs, these agents are powered by VentureDive’s cutting-edge data and AI platform. They adeptly manage diverse customer needs, from rapidly…

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announces the extension of contracts for head coach Rahul Dravid and the support staff of Team India (Senior Men). The BCCI engaged in discussions with Rahul Dravid after the term of his contract ended following the recently concluded ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 and unanimously agreed to further the tenure. The Board acknowledges Dravid’s instrumental role in moulding the Indian Team and commends his exceptional professionalism. The Board also appreciates VVS Laxman for his exemplary roles as Head of NCA and as the stand-in Head Coach. Similar to their legendary…

If the best board games aren’t cutting it for you or you find yourself looking for a challenging solo endeavor, a new Lego set just may do the trick. And with the holidays right around the corner, a new Lego set also makes a great gift idea. Right now is as good a time to buy as any, as some of the best Lego deals of the year are currently taking place. Discounts are available on Lego sets across the board, with some of its most popular Marvel, Technic, and Star Wars sets seeing some great sale prices. We’ve tracked…

Cereals remain the most popular and most common food that is eaten by UAE residents followed by vegetables and fruits as eating patterns of the people are gradually shifting towards value-added, convenient, and healthier alternatives after the coronavirus pandemic, said a new report. “Being the staple food of the region, cereals will continue to remain the most consumed food category. However, it is expected to witness a modest growth rate over the five years as compared to the rest of the food categories. “The vegetable food category is projected to secure the highest annualised growth rate while consumption of meat…

The rupee stayed on upward track for the second straight session and gained 6 paise to 83.28 (Dh22.69) against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday amid a weak American currency and foreign fund inflow in the domestic equities. Positive sentiment in the domestic equity markets and easing crude oil price also boosted the Indian currency, said Forex traders. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened stronger at 83.30 against the dollar but slipped to 83.33. It later traded at 83.28 against the greenback, up 6 paise over its previous close.

A new technology using the combination of infrared lights and Moore’s Law could replace drugs to cure 90 per cent of diseases, including aggressive cancer, stroke and depression. That is according to Dr Mary Lou Jepsen, CEO, founder and chairwoman of OpenWater, a startup working on imaging tech to scan the body through holographic, infrared techniques. Speaking at the Dubai Future Forum, the world’s largest gathering of futurists, Dr Jepsen said the software could be shrunk into something as small as your smartphone in the next 10 years. “The implications of this technology are pretty profound,” she told Khaleej Times…

From school teachers to fitness coaches, Baseball United’s inaugural All-Star Showcase in Dubai succeeded in connecting with a diverse audience of first-timers and die-hard fans. Attracting people of multiple demographics isn’t always easy, but Baseball United, the first-ever professional baseball league in the Middle East and South Asia, demonstrated that it can be done if the right formula is in place. South African Debra, a teacher at GEMS American Academy, attended the event with her daughter Cathryn and was absolutely blown away. “We were given some tickets and we thought since we’ve never been to a baseball game before it…