Khaleej Times - December 27, 2024
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December 27, 2024
Ain Dubai reopens to public
Ticket bookings for Ain Dubai, the world's largest observation wheel, are now open. The iconic attraction had been closed for “enhancement works” since March 2022.
1 min
Dubai schools see 40% rise in admissions
Waiting lists get longer amid record demand
2 mins
UAE IPO pipeline looks strong as some big names likely to go public in 2025
The initial public offering (IPO) pipeline looks healthy for the next year after seven UAE companies raised $6 billion (Dh22 billion) this year.
3 mins
Women in UAE prone to UTIs due to climatic conditions: Doctors
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are among the most common bacterial infections in the UAE, affecting a significant portion of the population annually.
2 mins
Constant exposure to social media deepens fear of missing out: Experts
Breaking free from Fomo requires deliberate effort to reframe one's perspective and reduce reliance on external validation
3 mins
Struggle to maintain regular bedtime routine, say residents
Irregular sleep schedules can increase the risk of heart diseases, warn doctors
3 mins
If you don't establish a bond with your bird, it will not succeed, says falconer
Rashid AI Ketbi was one of 30 winners at AI Dhafra Festival's falconry competition this week
3 mins
13-year-old hit by cricket ball saved from going blind
When this 13-year-old boy was playing cricket with his friends in a parking lot, he never thought he would go home with a rare eye condition.
2 mins
Residents give a peek into NYE fireworks at Burj Khalifa
The groundwork for the grand show begins around Nov 30, says resident
2 mins
Hundreds throng Ain Dubai for 'breathtaking' view
The iconic attraction had been closed for 'enhancement works' since March 2022 and has now reopened to public with ticket prices ranging from Dh145 to Dh1,260.
2 mins
Residents cut Umrah costs by 50% with Saudi's transit visa, stopover option
Some UAE residents are taking advantage of Saudi Arabia's stopover visa to perform Umrah while travelling on vacation or business, allowing them to cut costs by as much as 50 per cent.
1 min
Transporting passengers in bus, luxury vehicle between emirates? Here's how to get permit
Companies can rent buses and luxury vehicles to transport passengers from Dubai to other emirates and back and forth in the UAE.
3 mins
A video game with a touch of Emirati tradition & hero who wears a kandura
Dubai Police officer develops video game which brings to life stories from the UAE’s past
3 mins
UAE poised to double gold jewellerv output
The UAE plans to double its gold jewellery manufacturing capacity over the next five years, putting the country even higher on the global map in trading and manufacturing of precious metal jewellery, said Tawhid Abdullah, chairman of Dubai Jewellery Group.
2 mins
Dubai Taxi to expand into UAE, region over the next five years
Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) on Thursday announced a strategy to expand geographically into \"untapped markets across the UAE and the region\" and grow at a double-digit rate across its portfolio.
1 min
Gold likely to hit $3,000 next year, analysts predict
The 2025 gold outlook is shaped by a complex interplay of macroeconomic, geopolitical, and technical factors. While the early part of the year may present challenges, the metal's long-term fundamentals remain strong, analysts say.
2 mins
Open banking creates new avenues for finance in UAE
Open banking has the potential to revolutionise the financial ecosystem by fostering collaboration between traditional banks and fintech companies, an expert said.
2 mins
China revises up 2023 GDP, sees little impact on 2024 growth
China revised upwards on Thursday the size of its economy by 2.7 per cent, but said the change would have little impact on growth this year, as policymakers pledged more stimulus to spur expansion in 2025.
2 mins
AD Ports completes Noatum asset revamp
AD Ports Group has announced the completion of the biggest restructuring in its corporate history, integrating the assets of recently acquired Noatum Group into its existing business structure.
2 mins
Russian pipeline gas, LNG exports to Europe up 18-20%
Total exports of Russian gas to European countries have so far been 18-20 per cent higher this year than in 2023, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said.
1 min
India ambassador to UAE visits Thumbay Medicity: A milestone in bilateral ties
Thumbay Medicity, a world-class hub for healthcare and education in Ajman, proudly hosted Sunjay Sudhir, Ambassador of India to the UAE, on December 20. The visit showcased Thumbay Medicity’s state-of-the-art medical and educational infrastructure, highlighting the growing cooperation between the UAE and India in the fields of healthcare and academia.
1 min
Experience 'Kuch Alfaaz - An enchanting evening of music and poetry
One Music Lounge Dubai is thrilled to bring back the highly-acclaimed ‘Kuch Alfaaz’—an enchanting evening that blends the magic of music and poetry in perfect harmony.
1 min
Bollywood Treats brings the magic of cinema and culinary excellence to Abu Dhabi
A bu Dhabi just got a vibrant new dining destination with the grand opening of Bollywood Treats, a fully Bollywood-themed vegetarian restaurant located in MBZ-10 (Shabia-10), Mussafah.
1 min
Al Maya Supermarkets unveils cutting-edge app with 24/7 free delivery in just 60 minutes
Al Maya Supermarkets, a trusted household name in the UAE, has redefined convenience with the launch of its brand-new mobile application, now available for download on both Google Play and the Apple App Store.
1 min
Daiso Japan opens 12th store in Abu Dhabi at Reem Mall
Daiso Japan has announced the grand opening of its 12th store in Abu Dhabi, located at the vibrant Reem Mall.
1 min
Malabar Gold & Diamonds unveils 'Artistry': A branded jewellery show at Bur Dubai and Meena Bazaar showrooms
Malabar Gold & Diamonds, one of the world's leading jewellery brands, is proud to announce the launch of its much-anticipated 'Artistry' show across its three prominent showrooms in Bur Dubai.
1 min
Powerhouse Phoenix Events presents a stellar talent Show - 'Power of Talent 2024'
The much-anticipated ‘Power of Talent 2024’, organised by Powerhouse Phoenix Events, concluded on a high note, leaving the audience in awe of the exceptional talent, creativity, and passion on display.
1 min
FinEdge: Revolutionising NRI Investment in India with a bionic approach
India has long been a preferred investment destination for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), offering a plethora of opportunities for financial growth.
1 min
King Koil launches ultimate luxury sleep experience with Signature Series
King Koil, a leader in premium sleep solutions, recently unveiled its prestigious Signature Series, featuring two extraordinary models — Sleep Horizon and Timeless Serenity.
1 min
Gaza medics say Israeli strike kills five journalists, Israel says it hit militants
Gaza authorities said an Israeli airstrike killed five Palestinian journalists in a vehicle outside a hospital on Thursday but the Israeli army said the victims were Islamic Jihad militants posing as media workers.
4 mins
Syria's new rulers declare crackdown as tensions flare in coastal area
Syria's new authorities on Thursday launched a security crackdown in a coastal region where 14 policemen were killed a day before, vowing to pursue \"remnants\" of the ousted Bashar Al Assad government accused of the attack, state media reported.
2 mins
Rescuers, activist say site outside Damascus believed to be mass grave
A key Syrian rescue group and an activist said on Wednesday a burial site outside Damascus was likely a mass grave for detainees held under former president Bashar Al Assad and fighters killed in the civil war.
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Second Fukushima N-sample removal eyed for spring
The operator of Japan’s stricken Fukushima nuclear plant said Thursday it will start the second round of a tricky operation to collect samples of radioactive debris from the site this spring.
1 min
Manila urged to return to 'peaceful development'
China’s foreign ministry on Thursday urged the Philippines to return to “peaceful development”, saying Manila’s decision to deploy a US medium-range missile system in military exercises would only bring the risks of an arms race in the region.
1 min
Record number of migrants lost at sea bound for Spain in 2024
At least 10,457 migrants died or disappeared while trying to reach Spain by sea in 2024, an NGO said on Thursday, over 50 per cent more than last year and the most since it began keeping a tally in 2007.
1 min
Tears, prayers as Asia mourns tsunami dead two decades on
220,000 people were killed when a tsunami hit coastlines around the Indian Ocean in one of the world's worst natural disasters
2 mins
India readies for 400 million pilgrims at mammoth festival
The millennia-old festival is held once every 12 years at the site where the Ganges, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati rivers meet
3 mins
Manmohan Singh, India's reluctant prime minister, passes away at 92
Described as a \"reluctant king\" in his first stint as prime minister, the quietly spoken Manmohan Singh was arguably one of India's most successful leaders.
3 mins
Bangladesh to investigate 2009 mutiny massacre
Bangladesh on Thursday ordered a commission to investigate a failed 2009 army mutiny and subsequent crackdown, including the role of alleged \"foreign\" backers, the inquiry chief said.
1 min
Pakistan military court sentences 60 civilians up to 10 years in jail
Pakistan military courts have sentenced 60 more civilians for taking part in pro-Imran Khan unrest last year, the armed forces said on Thursday, after international outcry over earlier announced convictions.
1 min
Russia: It's up to Trump team to make first move to improve ties
Foreign Minister Lavrov says any Ukraine peace agreement must be legally watertight
2 mins
Woman accused of treason in Crimea jailed for 15 years
A woman in Sebastopol, in Russian-annexed Crimea, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for treason by working for Ukraine, the Russian prosecutor general’s office announced on Thursday.
1 min
Biden, Trump send different Christmas messages
The president urges unity and reflection in Christmas video, the president-elect shares politically focused posts
2 mins
Finns probing ship from Russia for ‘sabotage' of power cable
Finnish authorities said on Thursday they are investigating an oil tanker that sailed from a Russian port for the “sabotage” of a power cable linking Finland and Estonia that was damaged the previous day.
2 mins
Moscow says it foils Ukrainian plots to kill senior officers with disguised bombs
Russia's Federal Security Service said on Thursday it had foiled several plots by Ukrainian intelligence services to kill high ranking Russian officers and their families in Moscow using bombs disguised as power banks or document folders.
1 min
Bosnia's security minister arrested over alleged graft
Bosnia’s Security Minister Nenad Nesic and six other people were arrested on Thursday on charges of organised crime including money laundering, abuse of office and acceptance of bribes, the state prosecutor’s office said in a statement.
1 min
Sources: Azerbaijan Airlines flight was downed by Russian air defences
* Kremlin: Not proper to comment until investigation is finished Plane was in an area where Russia has downed Ukrainian drones Kazakhstan says no conclusions yet from its investigation At least 38 people killed in the crash
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France hands over first base in Chad amid withdrawal
France has handed over its first military base as part of the withdrawal of its military forces from Chad, the French and Chadian militaries said Thursday.
1 min
South Korea's oppn moves to impeach acting president
South Korea's opposition said Thursday it filed an impeachment motion against acting president Han Duck-soo, in an escalating row over the composition of the Constitutional Court which would decide whether to remove his predecessor from office.
1 min
Body found in wheel well after United flight lands in Hawaii
A dead body was found in the wheel well of a United Airlines jetliner after the aircraft landed in the Hawaiian island of Maui, the airline said on Wednesday.
1 min
Membership of UK's anti-immigration Reform party overtakes Conservatives
Membership of Britain's upstart anti-immigration Reform UK party has overtaken that of the centre right Conservative Party for the first time, the party said on Thursday.
1 min
Fulham stun Chelsea with comeback win at Stamford Bridge
Fulham came from behind to beat neighbours Chelsea 2-1 after a 95th minute goal from substitute Rodrigo Muniz gave the visitors all three point in the Premier League on Thursday.
2 mins
New Zealand legend Southee to captain Sharjah Warriorz
The Sharjah Warriorz added Tim Southee, one of modern cricket's best fast bowlers from New Zealand, to the squad for the upcoming edition of the DP World ILT20 Season 3.
1 min
Man City pay penalty for Haaland miss
Erling Haaland had a second-half penalty saved as Manchester City's astonishing slump continued with a 1-1 draw against lowly Everton at the Etihad Stadium.
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Former players hit out at India's Kohli for unsportsmanlike conduct
Former cricketers slammed Virat Kohli after the ICC fined Indian batting superstar 20 percent of his match fee for deliberately bumping shoulders with young Australian batsman Sam Konstas in the fourth Test on Thursday.
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Konstas ramps up the fun as India intimidation falls flat at MCG
Cricket coaching manuals probably don't recommend scooping Jasprit Bumrah 11 deliveries into your Test career but Australia's 19-year-old debutant Sam Konstas was working from his own playbook in the Boxing Day Test on Thursday.
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Bowlers bring Pakistan back into first Test in South Africa
Pakistan's bowlers hit back after the tourists were bowled out for 211 on the first day of the first Test against South Africa at SuperSport Park on Thursday.
1 min
Dubai Autodrome to celebrate 20th anniversary with high-profile 24-hour race next month
Dubai Autodrome is all set to celebrate its 20th anniversary at next year’s international 24H Dubai race with the largest number of GT3 teams from around the world expected to take to the grid.
2 mins
'Horses are constantly talking to you. It's for us to read them
Seasoned trainers open up about the art of producing champions on the track and dirt. But it's not always about winning the big races on the world's biggest stages
2 mins
Who does Timothee Chalamet want to be?
Timothee Chalamet, who is playing the role of singer Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown, expressed his desire to play the role of Ernie Johnson — host of Inside the NBA — in his biopic if it’s ever made.
1 min
Beyonce Bowl coming to Netflix
In a thrilling announcement for music and sports fans alike, Netflix has confirmed that singer Beyonce’s halftime performance, dubbed ‘Beyonce Bowl’, will be released as a standalone special later this week.
1 min
How much money did Deadpool make for filmmaker Tim Miller?
Tim Miller shared how much he made as the director of 2016’s Deadpool, his first feature film.
1 min
Kartik Aaryan, Karan Johar team up
Actor Kartik Aaryan and director-producer Karan Johar’s much-awaited collaboration is finally taking place. The project is called Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri.
1 min
Deepika, Ranveer's baubles for Merry Christmas
Power couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh celebrated a truly special Christmas this year, marking their first festive season with their daughter, Dua Padukone Singh.
1 min
Suniel Shetty pens heartfelt wedding anniversary post
Actor Suniel Shetty celebrated 42 years of marital bliss with his wife, Mana Shetty, on December 25.
1 min
MKW - Make this an epic goodbye to 2024
Listen up people, this is the last weekend of 2024.
3 mins
Astroturfing, smear campaigns: How celebrity scandals reveal the dark side of PR
Here’s all you need to know about the ongoing Blake Lively-Justin Baldoni controversy
4 mins
UAE designers make waves with modest fashion movement
Here's a look at the people spearheading the movement
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Khaleej Times Newspaper Description:
Utgiver: Khaleej Times
Kategori: Newspaper
Språk: English
Frekvens: Daily
Khaleej Times is the first English newspaper to be launched in the UAE in 1978.
The broadsheet comprises of the general news section, the business pages and a lively sports section. Khaleej Times is the highest circulated of the English language newspapers throughout the Gulf.
It reaches out to all parts of the UAE. Additionally, it covers Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia through a dedicated distribution network.
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