US moviegoers voted with their dollars and chose the familiar over the new this past weekend. The Walt Disney Co’s live-action remake of ‘Aladdin’ crushed the competition at the box …
India’s slowing economy should be a big worry for Modi
NEW DELHI: India’s slowing economic growth is of serious concern and the country needs to urgently cut tax and interest rates to revive the economy, a top industrial body said …
Merger wave across GCC banking sectors coming to an end
Dubai: The much-hyped cycle of bank mergers across the GCC region during the last two years is coming to a close, thanks to resilient financial performance by the region’s banks …
Ramadan ice cream trail: #22 Make your own ice cream
What you need to know: ### In a time where everything you own can be customised – from your luggage to your smartphone case – how about customising your own …
Cricket World Cup: Michael Clarke tips India, England and Australia
London: He is the last World Cup-winning captain and arguably one of the best minds in contemporary world cricket. ### For Michael John Clarke, it was his high point as …
Pakistani prisoners get cash help from Pakistan Consulate General in Dubai
Dubai: The Consulate General of Pakistan, Dubai has given cash help to 330 Pakistani prisoners detained in jails in Dubai and Northern Emirates. ### Accordiing to a press release by …
Nasdaq withdraws offer to acquire Oslo stock exchange
Oslo: US stock market operator Nasdaq said Monday it was withdrawing its offer to acquire the Oslo Stock Exchange, clearing the way for its European competitor Euronext. ### “This decision has …
Citywide Ramadan mega sale in UAE: 75% off at Sharjah malls for 12 more days
Dubai: Residents and tourists visiting Sharjah can enjoy massive price reductions on retail goods not only at Expo Centre Sharjah, but across the malls in the emirate, organisers reminded shoppers …
Cricket World Cup 2019: New Zealand have package to seal the title
New ZealandCurrent ODI ranking: No. 4Main man: Kane WilliamsonAppearances: 1975, 1979, 1983, 1987, 1992, 1996, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2011, 2015.Best: Runners-up 1 (2015) ### Squad: Kane Williamson (c), Tom Blundell, …
French Open: Rafael Nadal begins pursuit of 12th title in style
Paris: Caroline Wozniacki went from playing a perfect set to start the French Open to quickly fading away against an opponent who had never previously won a Grand Slam match. …