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The UAE Embassy in Muscat has called on its citizens in Oman to be cautious over unstable weather conditions caused by tropical cyclone Tej that is brewing in the Arabian Sea. In a tweet on Saturday evening, Emiratis were urged to follow safety instructions issued by relevant authorities and contact the embassy in case of emergencies. The UAE Embassy has issued hotline numbers 0097180024 or 0097180044444. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has classified the tropical situation Tej in the Arabian Sea as a ”tropical cyclone Cat.1”.…

The food and beverages (F&B) sector remains a key component of the UAE economy, especially with the country emerging as a major global tourist hub. Tourism significantly influences the F&B industry in the UAE, with Dubai emerging as a global food tourism destination. Experts have identified a few key drivers of the sector. Firstly, growing tourism attracts diverse culinary preferences. Secondly, evolving consumer preferences – such as the rise in health-conscious and sustainability-driven forces, where F&B establishments adapt menus and practices to meet these demands. Thirdly, the UAE government’s initiatives and regulations significantly impact the industry. Supportive policies and investment…

Desert life Experience an authentic traditional Arabian adventure at the One Degree Cafe, a winter pop-up in Dubai. It features camels, Bedouin tents, traditional music, fire shows, kid-friendly activities, and a delectable menu that includes sliders, fries, hot dogs, flavoured pastries, and all your favourite coffee choices. After a successful run in Ajman last year, this year’s pop-up is now in Dubai. In the heart of the Margham Desert, a convenient 40-minute drive from Downtown Dubai, you’ll discover this winter cafe. The cafe will be open every day of the week from 5pm until 1am. More info available on Instagram…

There are haircuts, and then there are Rossano Ferretti haircuts. I recently had the opportunity to meet the legendary hair maestro himself and experience his famed “invisible” haircut technique. The Man Ferretti is the man behind the tresses of royalty and celebrities, including Kate Middleton and Charlize Theron, charging $1,500 for a cut. Thankfully, a much more affordable experience is provided at the Rossano Ferretti HairSpa located in the chic Abu Dhabi Edition hotel. A hair cut by his staff, who are highly-trained on all of the Ferretti techniques, costs Dh400 to Dh500. Upon meeting Ferretti, I was struck by…

Adina Cameron, Anna Gorter, Valerie Bujsaim and Aksana Masoner joined forces to win the Lady Captain’s Day tournament hosted by outgoing captain Ingrid Kruidenier of The Montgomerie Golf Club. Ten teams competed in this Member’s Tournament with a small number of VIP guest invites as a thank you from the Lady Captain. The format was a Fourball Scramble ‘with a Twist’ with Stableford scoring. All players teed off and the best drive was selected. The ‘Twist’ was that on the first hole the best three scores counted, the second hole saw the best two scores to count, the third hole…

It’s Black Friday, which means it is time to give expensive tech products and fun, but expensive, toys a second look. The right Black Friday deals are there to take these categories of products down in price. Where these categories of expensive tech and cool toys collide is the Meta Quest 2, a VR headset, and sure enough, it has a good sale going on over at Amazon right now. Normally $300, its price has dropped by $51 down to just $249, one of the best VR headset Black Friday deals we’ve seen. The really good news? This deal is…

Twenty-eight airlines are now fully operating from Terminal A at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). These carriers have fully transitioned to the new terminal, the airport operator confirmed on Wednesday. Terminal A is now the “primary” one serving Abu Dhabi International Airport. The successful transition will facilitate a major increase in capacity, with the terminal able to process up to 45 million travellers annually and handle 79 planes at once. Over 2.29 million passengers travelling in 12,220 flights are set to experience the swanky new terminal in December. In the first two weeks of November, 1,557 flights were operated. By…

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has issued yellow and orange alerts for continuing rains in the country. NCM says that ‘hazardous weather events’ are expected, and the public should be follow the rules issued by authorities. Residents are urged to be careful when venturing outdoors, particularly when driving. The Abu Dhabi Police has issued an alert for motorists, asking them to be careful and pay attention to changing speed limits. These can be seen on electronic signs along the road. Light to moderate winds will cause blowing dust and sand. Temperatures will range between 25°C and 32°C in Abu…

Bahrain’s military command said one of its officers and a soldier were killed in a drone attack by Houthi rebels while patrolling the Yemeni-Saudi border. A statement from the military said “a number” of soldiers were wounded in the attack early Monday. The victims “were martyred while performing their sacred national duty to defend the southern borders of the sister Kingdom of Saudi Arabia”, the statement said. In a statement on social media, the military said: “The Bahrain Defence Force mourns its valiant men who sacrificed their lives for the sacred national duty and extend our sincere sympathy and condolences…

The UAE government has provided a privilege, called the Small Business Relief (SBR), to small businesses in the UAE to ease the implementation of corporate tax. This relief is only available to resident taxable persons – either a natural or juridical, with a gross business income of up to Dh3 million in the relevant tax period and any previous tax periods that ends on or before December 31, 2026. The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) issued a comprehensive Corporate Tax Guide on the Small Business Relief (CTGSBR1) last week, providing more clarity on the application of the UAE Corporate Tax Law…