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In a recent interview, Abdullah Boulad, Founder and CEO of The Balance Rehab Clinic, shared insights on mental health, leadership, and innovative treatment strategies. The clinic specializes in providing comprehensive mental health services to individuals facing stress and burnout, particularly in high-pressure business environments. Boulad began by discussing his background and the concept behind The … Read more

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Vehicle inspection and licensing Sharjah Police said technical inspection and registration services will be offered at several locations for easier access: Sharjah City: Al Rahmaniya Centre, the Comprehensive Centre in Al Suyouh, and ADNOC – Al Mirqab Central Region: Al Dhaid Registration Centre Eastern Region: Registration centres in Khorfakkan and Kalba, and ADNOC – Khorfakkan … Read more

Planning the viral initiative The team initially considered creating a 200-metre-long banner but decided against it to avoid affecting the crowd. Instead, they purchased a ready-made UAE flag from the Irani Market in Deira. “This idea was proposed by one of our core team members, Hidayath Addoor, and we gladly accepted his suggestion,” Ikram said. … Read more

The UAE remembers the heroic deeds of its martyrs, whose dedication spans various fields of service both within the country and abroad. Their actions embody the highest values of patriotism, loyalty, selflessness, and readiness to answer the call of duty at all times. The sacrifices of these courageous individuals remain a source of inspiration for … Read more

Enhancing financial discipline The amendments aim to establish a clearer legal framework for tax obligations and procedures, including regulating the timeframe for requesting refunds of credit balances with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). This ensures greater clarity regarding the rights and obligations of both taxpayers and the FTA, promoting stronger financial discipline. The new law … Read more

Global platform for innovation PHI-1 is a 12U CubeSat that is designed to support a range of technology demonstrations that enhance the development of small satellite systems. With an expected operational lifespan of one year, the spacecraft will enable partner entities to conduct in-orbit testing that strengthens the partners capabilities in satellite engineering, data analysis … Read more

Karishma Nandkeolyar is a lifestyle and entertainment journalist with a lifelong love for storytelling — she wrote her first “book” at age six and has been chasing the next sentence ever since. Known for her sharp wit, thoughtful takes, and ability to find the humor in just about anything, she covers everything from celebrity culture … Read more

Dubai: US President Donald Trump stirred fresh political chatter after sharing an AI-generated image on Truth Social showing him holding a blue sign that read “TRUMP 2028, YES!” The post, captioned “TRUMPLICANS!”, quickly revived debate over the 22nd Amendment, which limits presidents to two elected terms, and whether he was teasing interest in a future … Read more

What triggered this urgent action? JetBlue A320 from Cancun (Mexico) to Newark (US) suddenly lost altitude mid-flight due to corrupted ELAC data. The incident, blamed on solar radiation, injured passengers and prompted an FAA investigation; this led to the global recall. Intense solar radiation is seen behind data corruption in the ELAC (Elevator Aileron Computer) … Read more

Abu Dhabi Island & Saadiyat Island Heavy vehicles and labour buses will be restricted inside Abu Dhabi Island and Al Saadiyat Island from Monday, December 1 (3pm) to Tuesday, 2 December 2 (11:59pm). Labour bus curbs on E22 Labour bus movements will be restricted on Abu Dhabi–Al Ain Road (E22) from Monday, December 1 (3pm) … Read more

Medical history and complications According to The Daily Star, Zia suffers from heart problems, liver and kidney issues, diabetes, lung ailments, arthritis, and eye-related conditions. She has a permanent pacemaker and has previously undergone heart stenting. Family appeals for support Her eldest son, Tarique Rahman, based in London since 2008, requested citizens of Bangladesh to … Read more

Toll system The ITC announced that Darb toll gate fees will be suspended throughout the holiday period starting Saturday, 2 December. Regular toll charges will resume on Tuesday, 5 December during peak hours (7:00–9:00 a.m. and 5:00–7:00 p.m.). Public bus services Public bus operations in Abu Dhabi during the holiday will follow the weekend and … Read more

“Etihad Airways flights have returned to normal scheduled operations following the successful installation of the required Airbus software update across our A320 fleet,” the airline said in a statement to Gulf News. “Thanks to the exceptional efforts of our operational and technical teams, the update was completed quickly and with minimal disruption—despite this being one … Read more

Keep your battery in check Summer heat is the biggest enemy of UAE car batteries, but failures often show up once the temperatures fall. A weak battery that survived summer strain can suddenly give up on a cool morning. If your battery is more than two years old, get it tested. Check for corrosion on … Read more

“No person shall operate any aircraft that falls under the applicability of this mandatory modification except those complying with the requirements of the Mandatory Modification(s) / Airworthiness Directive(s),” said Assistant Director (Airworthiness) Nishikant Sharma in the official order. Aircraft models affected The directive applies to multiple Airbus models, including: A319 variants: 111, 112, 113, 114, … Read more

Global recall among the largest in Airbus history The directive follows Airbus’ Friday announcement mandating immediate repairs to 6,000 A320-family jets, in one of the largest recalls in the manufacturer’s 55-year history. The bulletin affects over 350 operators globally and comes during one of the busiest travel weekends of the year in the United States. … Read more

RTA services during the holiday The RTA has also released operating hours for all its services during the 54th National Day holiday: Dubai Metro (Red and Green Lines) Saturday, Nov 29: 5:00 am – 1:00 am (next day) Sunday, Nov 30: 8:00 am – 1:00 am (next day) Monday–Tuesday, Dec 1–2: 5:00 am – 1:00 … Read more

Airbus issued an alert on Friday, warning that intense solar radiation could corrupt data critical to flight controls on many A320 jets, and that required software changes may lead to service disruptions. Scope of the impact in India Domestic carriers operate roughly 560 A320-family aircraft, including A319s, A320 ceos and neos, and A321 ceos and … Read more

Vitamin scan So how does it work? It all begins when visitors step inside and go through a non-intrusive scan of their palm to assess their nutrient profile, which then comes to life as sculptural monoliths indicating the vitamin levels in their system. “The dome will become their canvas,” explains Arat. “They will see data … Read more

What triggered the Airbus alert? The precautionary action follows a JetBlue A320 incident in October, when a plane travelling from Cancun, Mexico, to Newark, New Jersey, experienced a sudden drop in altitude. The aircraft made an emergency landing in Tampa, Florida, and 15 passengers suffered minor injuries. Investigations revealed that intense solar radiation could corrupt … Read more

Where memory and reality blur  The video opens like a door swinging back into a past too bright to hold: A vibrant flash of youth, as friends drag Jin into a bathtub and spray him with paint. It looks like joy. It feels like home. But scenes melt into each other like watercolour on wet … Read more

Not falling for impulse buys Across the MENA region, November online purchases rose 10%, but White Friday drove the real climb: GMV — the total value of everything bought online before discounts and fees — jumped 40%, and the number of orders increased 20%. Within this surge, UAE residents stood out for making higher-value purchases … Read more

An official from Airbus said the AOT will be followed by an Emergency Airworthiness Directive from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which will require affected airlines to comply with protective measures across their A320 fleets. Scale and potential disruption Industry sources estimate that the recall — involving software or hardware upgrades — could … Read more

Honouring the founding fathers Shaima Al Suwaidi, Director of Brand Dubai and manager of the National Month campaign, said the musical work, composed by national talent Mohammed Al Ahmad, stands as a tribute to the founding fathers and their lasting legacy. She said the performance reflects the UAE’s monumental achievements and the spirit of places … Read more

Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Friday attended a high-level session that explored the UAE’s long-term vision for building an integrated artificial intelligence ecosystem. The discussion brought together senior leaders, experts, and officials to outline how the country plans to harness AI in a way that benefits people, communities, … Read more

Launch of the ‘UAE Companies for Good 2031’ strategy During the opening session, Abdulla bin Touq announced the “UAE Companies for Good 2031” strategy, a national framework intended to guide private-sector participation in sustainability and CSR initiatives. The strategy introduces what officials described as a “Strategic Compass Approach”, outlining governance, measurement and reporting mechanisms for … Read more

The laptop is part of ASUS’s latest Copilot+ PC lineup, which utilizes an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor with a 47 TOPS NPU that can handle AI tasks locally, reducing latency and increasing privacy compared to using AI in the cloud. Even with AI being handled on-device, the battery life isn’t impacted, allowing it to … Read more

Dubai: David Beckham’s India trip is basically giving wholesome world tour meets soft-focus travel vlog, and honestly, the internet can’t get enough. Before Mumbai rolled out the red carpet for him, Beckham made a meaningful stop in Visakhapatnam — and turned an ordinary school visit into a day the students will brag about for years. … Read more

Dubai: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) marked the 54th Eid Al Etihad with a colourful showcase of Emirati culture, heritage and national pride. Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors, joined a large gathering of employees at the RTA headquarters for a morning filled with traditional performances and … Read more