UAE Gulf News - 27 May 2024

BUSINESS | P5 Rent index: Tough choices ahead for Dubai tenants THE VIEWS | P7 How internal struggles weaken Palestinian unity MIDDLE EAST | P8 Israelmilitary strikes Rafah despite ICJ ruling gulfnews.com Scan for our social media ENTERTAINMENT | P15 DANCER DRAMA, ANORA, WINS CANNES TOP PRIZE MAY 27, 2024 MONDAY DHU AL QA’DA 19, 1445 NATION How this Dubai artist draws iconic buildings upside down| P3 Subscribe In print and online www.store.gulfnews.com www.gulfnews.com/subscriptions Tel : 600 587 234 E mail : [email protected] Bahrain: BD 0.500 Oman: RO 0.500 India: Rs 40.00 S.Arabia: SR 5.00 Pakistan: Rs 100.00 PRICE UAE: Dh 5.00 31339294_1.1 WORLD Cyclone hits Bangladesh as nearly a million flee inland for shelter | P9 BUSINESS Dubai to build EV charging stations across multiple locations | P5 NATION June 1 ban on single-use bags in Dubai: Here’s all that you need to know | P2 WORLD 7 newborns killed in fire at children’s hospital in New Delhi | P9 31337628_35.1 Emiratisation rate crosses 100,000 mark OUT OF THESE JOB PLACEMENTS, 70,000 OCCURRED IN LAST TWO-AND-HALF YEARS DUBAI M ore than 100,000 Emiratis are now employed in the UAE private sector, marking a historic milestone, it was revealed yesterday. Making the announcement, His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, said that 70,000 of these placements occurred in the last two and a half years following the launch of the Nafis programme. Supported by a Dh24 billion fund, Nafis is a comprehensive initiative aimed at integrating Emiratis into the private workforce, complemented by several supportive legislations to stimulate job growth and economic expansion. New job opportunities Further enhancing the integration between the government and private sectors, a new policy adopted by the Cabinet now favours government employment for those with at least three years of experience in the private sector. Looking ahead, Shaikh Mohammad has set ambitious targets, aiming to generate 100,000 new job opportunities for UAE nationals within the next three years. On his X account, Shaikh Mohammad wrote: “Our private and government sectors operate in seamless integration, providing countless opportunities for both national and non-national workers. Our aim is to create an additional 100,000 jobs for Emiratis in the next three years. The future of our country, our youth, and our economy is set to be brighter, better, and greater.” BY KHITAM AL AMIR Chief News Editor Courtesy: IPL ■ Kolkata Knight Riders are crowned champions of the season 17 of Indian Premier League. Kolkata bowled out Sunrisers Hyderabad for 113, a total they overhauled with 9.3 overs to spare as Venkatesh Iyer hammered an unbeaten 52 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai yesterday. SEE ALSO P10 KOLKATA THRASH HYDERABAD TO WIN THIRD IPL TITLE UAE President set to begin state visit to China on May 30 ABU DHABI P resident His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan will commence a state visit to China on May 30 following an invitation from Chinese President Xi Jinping. During the visit, Shaikh Mohammad will discuss with President Xi the bilateral relations between the two countries and opportunities for further cooperation and collaboration, especially in the economic, developmental, and cultural fields, Wam reported. Sustainable development The discussions will be held within the framework of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the UAE and China, aimed at contributing to both countries’ sustainable development and economic growth. Shaikh Mohammad will also attend celebrations marking the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the UAE and China, and will participate in the 10th Ministerial Conference of the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum. The UAE and Chinese Presidents will also discuss regional and international issues of mutual interest and the importance of cooperation and dialogue to promote global stability and peace. Mohammad to attend China-Arab States Cooperation Forum BY KHITAM AL AMIR Chief News Editor Landslide kills over 670 in Papua New Guinea SYDNEY M ore than 670 people are assumed to have died in Papua New Guinea’s massive landslide, the UN migration agency estimated yesterday as rescue efforts continued. Media in the South Pacific nation north of Australia had previously estimated Friday’s landslide had buried more than 300 people. But more than 48 hours later the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) said the death toll may be more than double that, as the full extent of the destruction is still unclear and continuing dangerous conditions on the ground are hampering aid and rescue efforts. Only five bodies had been retrieved from the rubble so far. The agency based its death toll estimates on information provided by officials at Yambali Village in the Enga province, who say more than 150 houses were buried in Friday’s landslide, Serhan Aktoprak, the chief of the agency’s mission in Papua New Guinea said in an email statement. “Land is still sliding, rocks are falling, ground soil is cracking due to constant increased pressure and ground water is running thus the area is posing an extreme risk for everyone,” Aktoprak said. —Reuters Full extent of destruction yet to be ascertained, says UN migration agency More than 250 houses nearby have been abandoned and some 1,250 people have been displaced, the agency said. Our private and government sectors operate in seamless integration, providing countless opportunities for both national and non-national workers.” Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum

2 NATION PRAYER TIMINGS Abu Dhabi: +4 mins, Ras Al Khaimah: -4 mins, For other countries, go to gulfnews.com/guides/prayer-times Fujairah: -6 mins FAJR 04:02 DHUHUR 12:19 ASR 15:41 MAGHRIB 19:06 ISHA 20:31 MONDAY, MAY 27, 2024 | GULFNEWS.COM ANY BAG THAT IS THINNER THAN 57 MICRONS IS UNACCEPTABLE, REGARDLESS OF MATERIAL USED DUBAI S hoppers will no longer be able to pay 25 fils at shops to use single-use plastic bags after May 31 as a total ban on all single-use bags take effect, Dubai Municipality announced on Saturday. The ban comes into force on June 1 as part of a wider policy to phase-out various single-use products by 2026. Violators of the ban will be fined Dh200. From June 1, all single-use bags that are thinner than 57 micrometres are included in the ban, regardless of the material used. Dubai banned singleuse plastic bags from January 2024 and aims to phase out single-use plastics by 2026. Switch to cloth bags The civic body has urged residents to switch to reusable cloth bags. It has explained the new policy to stakeholders, what it covers, which sectors must implement it and more. Stores are not obligated to provide free alternatives as the goal is to push a change in consumer behaviour to preserve the local environment. Most multi-use shopping bags are made from materials that are cleanable, washable, and recyclable. What about alternatives? The municipality said there will be a guidebook for both consumers and businesses on choosing alternatives. The guide will include the alternatives and their footprint. The guidebook will be published soon by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment. Dubai Municipality is working on another policy on plastic bin bags, details of which are not yet available. Focus on recycling The municipality said that the first step is to take care to reduce consumption in general, and reduce the use of singleuse materials, before addressing the issue of recycling. This can be done by purchasing materials without packaging and not asking for single-use cutlery and straws when buying food and installing a water filter for drinking at home. Secondly, it is important to segregate recyclable waste such as paper, metal, plastic, and glass from wet waste. Recyclables must be kept clean of food waste as not doing so will limit the capacity of their recycling, the municipality said. BY SAJILA SASEENDRAN Senior Reporter Gulf News Archives ■ Dubai banned single-use plastic bags from January 2024 and aims to phase out single-use plastics by 2026. — Gulf News Reports Short takes Sharjah to expand ‘Healthy Cities’ The Healthy Cities programme in Sharjah could be expanded to Khorfakkan, Kalba, and Al Dhaid, it was decided at a meeting of the Executive Committee for Expanding the Scope of Healthy Cities in Sharjah. The meeting discussed the progress in implementing the World Health Organisation’s Healthy City programme and committee chairman Dr Abdel Aziz Al Muhairi called for coordination committees for the three cities. In 2012, Sharjah became the first emirate in the UAE to participate in the programme. Healthy Cities evaluates how governments prioritise health. New speed limit on Al Ittihad, Al Wahda roads The speed limit on a section of Al Ittihad Road and Al Wahda Road in Sharjah has been reduced from 100km/h to 80km/h, it was announced on Saturday. Sharjah Roads Transportation Authority, in coordination with the General Command of Sharjah Police, said the new speed limit will apply between the interchange near Abu Shaghara on Al Wahda Road to Al Taawun Bridge on Al Ittihad Road. The change was to “ensure smooth traffic flow on the roads”, the Authority posted on X. Last November, the speed limit between the Sharjah-Dubai border and Al Garhoud Bridge was also reduced. Police warn of fake job ad on social media Ras Al Khaimah Police have warned UAE residents about a fake job advertisement doing the rounds on social media. It explained how the fraud works and shared tips on how to avoid falling victim to the scam. The fraudsters place fake job ads on social media and once a victim applies, they convince them that the job involves sales management tasks where they receive and transfer funds to other bank accounts. They also offer rewards for completing tasks. The victim carries out tasks without knowing that they involve illegal funds. Police urged residents not to fall prey to such job ads and file a report immediately at the nearest police station if they have been scammed. Sharjah installs more smart water meters Smart water meters, which monitor consumption 24/7 and minimise loss, have been installed in two more areas of Sharjah — Al Rahmaniya and Al Noaf. Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (Sewa) plans to extend this project to Al Juraina, Nasiriyah, Al Mamzar, New Al Khan 2 and New Al Khan, replacing mechanical meters. “The new smart meters are special for high accuracy and the capability to precisely monitor water consumption,” Sewa posted on its X account. “The primary goal of this initiative is not only to boost customer satisfaction, but also to minimise water loss, thereby promoting sustainability and environmental conservation.” SHARJAH Sharjah resident earns driving licence after 13 failed attempts BY AGHADDIR ALI Senior Reporter A Sharjah resident, who dreamt of going behind the wheel since he was a teen, saw his dreams shattered when he failed his driving test, not once, but 13 times. This is a record in Sharjah. However, with each failed attempt, he learnt from his mistakes and practised more diligently. He finally got his licence on his 14th attempt. As he manoeuvred through the test, he felt a sense of calm, knowing that this time would be different. To his delight, he passed with flying colours. He passed with flying colours on his 14th try Tears of joy welled up in his eyes as he realised that his determination and perseverance had paid off. This was a story told by Col. Rashid Ahmad Al Fardan, Head of the Vehicles and Drivers Licensing Department at Sharjah Police. The man’s story serves as a reminder that failure is not the end, but rather a stepping stone towards success, he said. Tears of joy welled up in DUBAI D ubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has finished extensive improvements on the internal roads and lighting in Al Ghusais Industrial areas 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. The project included constructing 32 roads over 10km and installing street lights along 43,000 metres. The road capacity has tripled from 500 to 1,500 vehicles per hour in both directions, an increase of 200 per cent. Mattar Al Tayer, DirectorGeneral, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority, said the project has enhanced connectivity with Amman Street, Beirut Street, Aleppo Street, and Damascus Street. It has also improved access and exit points to over 320 workshops, 25 residential buildings, shops, and educational facilities, benefiting an estimated 60,000 residents. Completed projects RTA also completed road and street-lighting projects in four residential areas. In Margham, road works have been extended for 5km along the Dubai-Al Ain Road to serve about 1,100 residents. Lahbab has also seen road improvements over 4km and street-lighting improvements along DubaiHatta Road, benefiting more than 3,000 residents. In Al Lisaili, around 7km of road improvements have been completed along with lighting works on the existing roads in Seih Al Salam near the Last Exit and Al Qudra Lakes, covering over 7km. These enhancements benefit 2,900 residents. In Hatta, the Suhaila area has seen the extension of a 2-km road, a rainwater drainage network and street lighting, befitting 6,000 residents. 32 roads in Al Ghusais streamline traffic flow BY FAISAL MASUDI Assistant Editor Courtesy: RTA ■ There is now enhanced connectivity between Amman Street, Beirut Street, Aleppo Street and Damascus Street. How Dubai will enforce total ban on single-use bags from June 1 ■ Which bags does the singleuse bag ban include? Plastic, paper and other bags less than 57 micrometers thick, bags made of biodegradable vegetable materials and biodegradable bags. ■ Which items will be banned from January 1, 2025? Plastic stirrers, styrofoam food containers, plastic table covers, plastic cotton swabs, plastic straws, styrofoam cups. ■ Which items will be banned from January 1, 2026? Single-use plastic cups and lids, single-use plastic cutlery, plastic food containers, plastic plates. ■ What is the problem with biodegradable bags? Biodegradable bags need a specific recycling plant to be recycled and if left on landfills leave microplastics are left behind. Microplastics can be eaten by animals which end up in the food chain. ■ Which bags are excluded? Bread bags, knot bags, roll bags for vegetables, meat, fish, and chicken, laundry bags, electronic gadgets bags, garbage bags and grain bags. ■ Which sectors does this single-use bag ban apply to? This is applicable to all stores across Dubai including, but not limited to, retail stores, textile and electronic stores, restaurants, pharmacies, online and e-commerce deliveries. ■ What about products that are purchased online? Packaging for online deliveries is not included in the ban. It does, however, apply to carrier bags used to deliver products purchased online (such as online grocery shopping). ■ Are food packaging materials included? Phase one targets checkout bags, not food packaging. ■ Are shops obliged to provide free alternative bags? Stores are not obligated to provide free alternative bags. ■ Has the municipality specified alternatives? The municipality has said it does not want to limit the market into a specific kind of bag. It is encouraging using reusable bags such as cloth bags that can be used for a long period of time. ■ Will craft paper bags that are FSC certified be part of ban? When the Germany-based Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certifies that a paper is made of responsibly sourced wood fibre, that paper earns the FSC label. However, Dubai Municipality said if craft paper bags are 57 microns and under, they will be banned. ■ What is the process for approving alternative solutions in Dubai? Companies can reach out to Dubai Municipality and Dubai Chambers incubator for guidance on alternatives and innovative solutions that comply with the policy. ■ Will there be inspections to ensure compliance? Yes, there will be random inspections to ensure people are compliant with the new policy. ■ How do I report outlets not adhering to the ban? Register a complaint with the consumer protection channels of the Department of Economy and Tourism in Dubai through the Dubai Consumer app or the website for consumer rights or the Call Centre 600545555. ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT DUBAI’S SINGLE-USE BAG BAN Dh200 fine for violators. If the same violation occurs within a year, the penalty will be doubled, up to a maximum of Dh2,000 Dubai municipality said there will soon be a guidebook for both consumers and businesses on choosing alternatives. 86% of dead turtles found on UAE shores had consumed plastic. 100,000 marine animals are affected annually 50% of camel deaths in the UAE are due to the consumption of plastic 400years time taken for plastic to decompose

NATION 3 Scan for our social media GULFNEWS.COM | MONDAY, MAY 27, 2024 31339606_1.1 Virendra Saklani/Gulf News ■ P.R. Judson sketching Dubai Opera upside down live at the Gulf News office. He says he began drawing sketches this way for the convenience of his clients sitting in front of him. Dubai artist’s novel take on buildings, cityscapes HE CAN FINISH IMAGE WITHOUT LIFTING HAND OFF PAPER DUBAI I n an era dominated by artificial intelligence (AI) for 3D renderings in architecture, a Dubai resident has been defying convention by crafting hand-drawn sketches of buildings and cityscapes upside down. Indian expat P.R. Judson, who has designed several homes, churches and other buildings in multiple countries, can also draw inverted sketches without lifting his hand off the paper. What makes his achievements even more impressive is the fact that he has no formal education in architecture and has only studied up to Grade 10. To prove his skill, Judson offered a live demonstration of sketching the Dubai Opera building upside down at the Gulf News office. A day after he was informed about the building to be drawn, he did not even require a photograph to copy. “It comes from my mind,” said the 58-year-old, who had a rags-to-riches story to share. It took only around one-anda-half-hour for him to complete an upside down black and white detailed sketch of the Dubai Opera’s exterior on A2 paper. How does he do it? Asked how he could draw the inverted image without looking at a model, he said: “I need to observe it only once. I can recollect it from my memory. I can also draw inverted sketches of buildings or even a cityscape from my imagination.” He showed videos and photos in which he is sketching the bottom-side-up images of imaginary buildings and city blocks. “If you suggest any type of building, be it a church, hotel, resort, or landscape, I can draw it upside down without taking my hand off within half an hour. I don’t know how my brain is enabling this,” he said. Inspiration He added: “To my knowledge, there has been no person other than the legendary African American architect Paul Revere Williams who had the skill of sketching upside down.” Credited with reshaping American design in the 20th century, Williams reportedly BY SAJILA SASEENDRAN Senior Reporter Virendra Saklani/Gulf News ■ P.R. Judson displays the finished image of Dubai Opera upside down and upright. It took him only around one-and-a-halfhour to finish it. Saadiyat Cultural District to be completed in 2025 ABU DHABI T he Department of Culture and Tourism — Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) announced that Saadiyat Cultural District, along with its cultural institutions, is on track for completion in 2025. About 76 per cent of the project is complete so far. The district will house the Zayed National Museum, which honours the legacy of the UAE’s Founding Father, Shaikh Zayed Bin Sultan. This legacy began with the establishment of Al Ain Museum, the first museum in the UAE, which opened in 1971. The Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi will include a research and teaching institution that will take visitors on a 13.8 billion-year journey of our universe and our planet, while Guggenheim Abu Dhabi will be a museum celebrating art from the 1960s to the present. Art space teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi will take visitors on an exploration that will “transcend the limits of their imagination”. Cultural hotspot The district is already the home of Louvre Abu Dhabi, which has welcomed five million visitors since it opened in 2017. Nearby, Berklee Abu Dhabi offers performing arts and educational programmes throughout the year. Mohammad Al Mubarak, Chairman of DCT Abu Dhabi, said people can come to “learn from the past, understand our present and focus on our future” at the district. DCT Abu Dhabi has also launched a campaign titled ‘Be Moved in a Thousand Ways’, introduced by Oprah Winfrey. It delivers a message on the power of culture to unite and inspire. 3 iconic museums and an art space to be part of project that is 76% ready BY ALI AL HAMMADI Reporter ABU DHABI U nder the directives of President His Highness Shaikh Mohamad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, 65,000 books from the 33rd Abu Dhabi International Book Fair have been distributed to libraries at 220 schools across the UAE. Facilitated by a financial grant, the initiative aims to support school libraries in fostering a culture of reading among students. The titles were bought from 77 publishing houses that participated in the book fair, in an effort to enrich students’ knowledge and expand the schools’ educational resources. Arabic, a powerful tool Mohammad Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi, said: “The Arabic language ... is a powerful and inclusive tool for innovative and critical thinking, enabling us to unite in our thoughts and words.” Dr Ali Bin Tamim, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, said: “The grant from His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan is a continuation of His Highness’s unlimited support to the culture and education sectors.” The grant also provided an opportunity for the publishing sector to expand their contributions. 65,000 books gifted to 220 school libraries BY FAISAL MASUDI Assistant Editor ■ The district is already the home of Louvre Abu Dhabi, which has welcomed five million visitors since opening in 2017. INVERTED3DSKETCHES: P.R.Judson set three records in 2019 — America Book of Records’ for largest architectural perspective drawn without lifting the hand and URF World Records’ records for the largest architectural perspective hand drawn upside down and for the largest architectural perspective drawing without lifting the hand. The citations describe him as an artist, interior designer, a self-taught architect, and a 3D visualiser. He wishes to set a Guinness World Record. On how he learnt the basics of architectural designing, Judson said: “I used to visualise designs of buildings and make hand-drawn sketches, but I learnt the basics of architecture from an Egyptian architect in Qatar where I lived between 1987 and 1993.” He has made hand-drawn 3D models for almost all major architects in Kerala. In 1996-97, he learned 3ds MAX and Autocad all by himself. He eventually started an architectural firm and an interior designing company. He landed in Dubai in 2002. Starting with a 3D animation and graphics designing company, Judson later expanded his business and now owns two interior design companies in Dubai and another one in the US. — S.S. THREE RECORDS mastered the skill of drawing upside down so he could sit across from American clients who were uncomfortable sitting next to an African American. How did he begin? Judson, who runs several businesses after coming to Dubai in 2002, says he has no clue except the fact he had automatically started drawing sketches this way for the convenience of his clients sitting in front of him. “My education and language skills may not be up to the standard, but I am happy that I support around 400 employees working in India, Middle East and the US,” he said. Judson is also a proud father as his elder daughter, Tania, is a certified architect and oversees the operations of one of his firms in Dubai and one in the US. “My younger daughter Neeraja is in charge of admin and business development,” he said. If you suggest any type of building, be it a church, hotel, resort, or landscape, I can draw it upside down without taking my hand off within half an hour. I don’t know how my brain is enabling this.” P.R. Judson | 58-year-old Indian expat Watch: Dubai man draws upside-down 3D sketches of buildings, cityscapes

4 NATION MONDAY, MAY 27, 2024 | GULFNEWS.COM ■ Dr Shaikh Sultan with former chairmen of the Emirates Writers Union and other dignitaries during the 40th anniversary celebration ceremony at Sharjah Book Authority on Saturday. Former chairmen of Emirates Writers Union honoured SHARJAH H is Highness Dr Shaikh Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and the Honorary President of the Emirates Writers Union, witnessed the celebration of the Union’s 40th anniversary of its establishment at the Sharjah Book Authority’s headquarters on Saturday. During the ceremony, the Sharjah Ruler honoured the former chairmen of the Union, namely: Abdul Hamid Ahmad, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Gulf News; Abdul Ghaffar Hussein, Nasser Al Dhaheri, Ibrahim Al Hashemi, the late Nasser Jubran, the late Habib Al Sayegh, and the Union’s current Chairman Dr Sultan Al Amimi. Dr Shaikh Sultan gave a lecture on the significant role of culture and intellectuals in society, highlighting the historical origins of the endeavours of intellectuals and writers in Europe. He praised the efforts of former presidents of the Union, expressing appreciation for their contributions to the advancement of culture and literature, acknowledging their deep knowledge and experience in the community’s educational, cultural, and scientific potential as society heavily relies on them. Dr Shaikh Sultan provided an example of the profound influence of intellectuals in France’s history, underscoring their contribution to the transformation of Sorbonne University. He emphasised their role in shifting the university’s focus and methodology from solely teaching religion to embracing diverse fields of science and art. “We are witnessing a societal power that shapes our community, and this power resides with the intellectuals,” Dr Shaikh Sultan remarked. He urged emerging writers to exhibit dedication alongside determination, fortitude, intellect, and understanding. “We ask them to have good faith and strong, sincere words that will make society not deviate from its heritage, culture, and knowledge,” he said. Dr Sultan Al Amimi, Chairman of the Emirates Writers Union, delved into the history of the establishment of the Union, emphasising the state’s profound commitment to nurturing cultural enrichment and fostering literary talent. Visual presentation During the ceremony, attendees were treated to a visual presentation commemorating the 40th anniversary of the establishment of the Union. The presentation showcased its journey and accomplishments over the years, highlighting its active participation in numerous events and occasions. It also underscored the unwavering support that the Union’s members receive from various literary circles across the country. Sharjah Ruler attends ceremony marking 40th anniversary of Union’s establishment Gulf News Report ■ Dr Shaikh Sultan honours Abdul Hamid Ahmad, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Gulf News, at the event on Saturday. UAE floating hospital in Egypt’s Al Arish adds new specialists AL ARISH T he UAE floating hospital in the Egyptian city of Al Arish, established under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, has announced the addition of specialised medical staff, including neurosurgeons, maxillofacial and dental specialists. This initiative aims to provide top-tier health care services to Palestinians in Gaza. Dr Ahmad Mubarak, Director of the hospital, affirmed that the hospital continues to enhance its capabilities and medical resources, to ensure being fully prepared to deliver high-quality medical services, including examinations, treatment, and follow-ups, to Palestinian patients. All under one roof The addition of neurosurgery, maxillofacial and dental departments, he explained, will significantly contribute to the hospital’s mission of providing comprehensive health care services under one roof, supported by a team of dedicated specialists and experts. Dr Mubarak highlighted a recent complex and delicate surgery performed on a Palestinian patient who had suffered a leg injury from an air strike fragment, resulting in a broken leg and severed nerve, causing foot immobility. The medical team successfully redirected the tendons from the back to the front of the ankle to restore movement. Additionally, the hospital continues to provide prosthetic limbs to the injured and those who lost limbs during the conflict in Gaza, with a specialised medical team assigned to measure the patients and manufacture fitting prosthetics, while providing physical therapy and psychological rehabilitation. This expansion aligns with the hospital’s efforts to enhance its health care delivery, ensuring that patients receive the highest standards of medical care and support. — WAM SEE ALSO P8 Neurosurgery, dental and maxillofacial treatments enhanced WAM ■ A delicate surgery was performed on a Palestinian patient who suffered a leg injury from an air-strike fragment, resulting in a broken leg and severed nerve, causing foot immobility. Watch: UAE floating hospital enhances specialist services for Palestinian patients A specialised medical team has been assigned to fit patients with prosthetic limbs while concurrently providing rehabilitation. Focus on emerging content creators at Arab Media Summit EVENT BEGINS WITH ARAB YOUTH MEDIA FORUM TODAY DUBAI T he Arab Media Summit 2024, organised by the Dubai Press Club. begins today with the second Arab Youth Media Forum at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The Summit will feature the 22nd Arab Media Forum from tomorrow to May 29, the 23rd Arab Media Award ceremony tomorrow, and the fourth Arab Social Media Influencers Award ceremony on May 29. The Arab Youth Media Forum will bring together prominent figures, inspiring Arab personalities in various fields, successful young content creators and digital storytellers and global media industry leaders. In addition, the forum will also draw the participation of over 1,000 students from the media and creative fields. Driving transformation This year’s event will have a strong focus on equipping the next generation of media professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to flourish in a rapidly changing environment. Featuring an impressive line-up of speakers, the forum offers a series of panel discussions and master classes that seek to drive positive transformation and excellence in the media sector. Notable speakers at the forum include Shaikh Nasser Bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Bahrain King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs and National Security Adviser, and Dr Sultan Al Neyadi, UAE Minister of State for Youth, who will address a main session titled ‘Aspirations of the Youth’. In its second edition, the forum will have a strong focus on storytelling and content creation, driven by technological advancements. Key presentations This year’s eventwill feature presentations by well-known media personalities from the Arab world, including Sami Qasimi from Sky News Arabia; Hamid Al Maashani from Abu Dhabi Media Network’ Lina Majali from Mashhad channel, Maryam Akrata from Al Sharq channel; Noura Al Homaidan from ATV channel; Nada Reda from Extra News channel, and Ria Ramal from Dubai Media. The Arab Media Award includes 13 categories across three main sectors: Journalism, visual, and digital media, in addition to the “Media Personality of the Year” award, which is decided by the award’s Board of Directors. Incubator of talent In a post on his X account, Shaikh Ahmad Bin Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai, and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, said that the event aims to consolidate Dubai’s position as an incubator for Arab talent and creativity with constructive dialogue aimed at creating a better future for Arab media. The Summit serves as the umbrella for key events and initiatives organised by the Dubai Press Club, including the Arab Media Forum, the Arab Youth Media Forum, the Arab Media Award and the Arab Social Media Influencers Award. Gulf News Report We ask [emerging writers] to have good faith and strong, sincere words that will make society not deviate from its heritage, culture, and knowledge.” Dr Shaikh Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi ■ Delegates at a previous edition of Arab Media Forum. The Arab Media Award ceremony will be held tomorrow, and the Arab Social Media Influencers Award ceremony on May 29. The event will also feature ‘The Dubai Media Pioneers Platform’, which will include sessions led by Emirati media pioneers who have made significant contributions to the local industry’s development. Organised by the Dubai Media Council across the three-day Summit, these sessions aim to impart knowledge and experience to younger generations to boost the sector’s development. Eight master classes In collaboration with leading global digital platforms, the Arab Youth Media Forum will also hold eight master classes. Offering young media professionals a valuable opportunity to hone their professional skills, the master classes seek to impart the expertise and knowledge that emerging professionals need to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. The master classes will be delivered by leading global media companies including Meta, TikTok, X, YouTube, LinkedIn, SnapChat, Dolby and VFX Mojo. DUBAI MEDIA PIONEERS PLATFORM 1,000 students from the media and creative fields expected at Arab Youth Media Forum Notable speakers at the forum include Dr Sultan Al Neyadi, UAE Minister of State for Youth, who will address a main session titled ‘Aspirations of the Youth’ and Shaikh Nasser Bin Hamad Al Khalifa from Bahrain.

BUSINESS 5 Scan for our social media GULFNEWS.COM | MONDAY, MAY 27, 2024 DUBAI T he coming weeks will be decisive for many tenants in Dubai as they must choose whether to renew their lease or find a new rental. With the summer break approaching, these decisions need to be made quickly. However, making them will prove challenging, because this year renewals will feel the full impact on the recently revised Rera Rental Index, which now gives landlords greater flexibility to align rents with the market average. New leases may go up This means possible rent increases of up to 20 per cent upon lease renewal. Previously, landlords had to adhere to a specific percentage range for rent hikes. “The revised [Rera rental] calculator now provides a more accurate reflection of openmarket pricing, enabling landlords to implement significant rent hikes at a time when market rates are finally starting to ease,” says a new Asteco report. These “significant” rental increases may prompt tenants to look for new leases rather than renew at higher rates. In the past three years, a majority would have opted to renew rather than seek new premises where they would have to pay “market rates”. Feedback from tenants who have renewed since April 1, when the new Rera Index took effect, shows significant rent increases, often close to market rates for their area. These market rates now apply to both existing and new leases. Q1-24 Dubai rental trends Rental rate growth in Dubai has “varied across different communities” in the first three months, the Asteco report finds. “Annually, growth rates have BY MANOJ NAIR Business Editor Dubai to get more EV charging stations DUBAI E lectric vehicle owners in Dubai will soon find they will not have to look far and wide for a quick charging while on the go. Utility company Dewa plans to increase EV ‘Green Charger’ stations at multiple locations managed by parking space operator Parkin. “This initiative is a part of Dewa’s ongoing efforts to encourage the use of environmentally-friendly EVs and improve customer experience by facilitating convenient vehicle charging,” the company said in a statement. 30,000 EVs in Dubai As of the end of April, the number of EVs in Dubai stands at 30,000, with over 15,000 registered customers for Dewa EV Green Charger initiative by the end of March. Parkin, a DFM-listed entity, currently manages around 197,000 parking spaces across Dubai. In addition, a new alliance has confirmed the launch of EV charging points in the UAE, with the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure partnering with Etihad Water and Electricity (Etihad WE) to introduce the ‘UAEV’ project. Since 2015 until the end of March 2024, Dewa, through the EV Green Charger initiative, has provided about 26,000 megawatt-hours of electricity, which has powered a cumulative electric vehicle distance of approximately 130 million kilometres. “Dewa’s EV Green Charger initiative actively supports the National Electric Vehicles Policy and the Dubai Green Mobility Strategy 2030,” said Saeed Mohammad Al Tayer, managing director and CEO of Dewa. Dewa deployed 382 of Green Dewa will roll out the stations at multiple parking spaces managed by Parkin BY MANOJ NAIR Business Editor slowed to single digits, with villas at 6 per cent and apartments close to 10 per cent.” What are tenants moving out looking at? Across Dubai, rent increases continue to average in the double-digits at in-demand locations. “So, if a particular area has seen a 10 per cent average rise, it would mean tenants would be looking at a 5 per cent increase in their rent,” said Jacob Bramley, senior leasing manager at Better Homes. “To move to another property, like-for-like in the same community, it would be a further 10 per cent on what they are paying now, plus a deposit of 5 per cent [it’s 10 per cent for furnished properties], an agency fee of 5 per cent of the contract value, a Dh2,000- Dh4,000 Dewa deposit, and other associated moving costs.” Go for longer leases? Some tenants are working out arrangements with landlords for multi-year leases, locking in their rent obligations from further hikes during the period. In locations such as Downtown, Dubai Marina, the Palm and elsewhere, landlords have shown a willingness for such contracts. “We are securing more multiple-year leases for our tenants due to their desire to secure a home for 2 plus years,” said Bramley. Rental increases Prime locations in Dubai such as JBR, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai Marina and Business have seen between 6 and 10 per cent rental increases over the 12 months ending March. Clearly, the rental hikes have slowed — but that could still change after the transactions from April start coming in. Because there will be renewals that should see significant hikes for existing tenants as market rates come into effect even for them. Market sources say that rental transactions done starting April will give a far better picture of where rates are headed in the next one or two years. “If a few leases at a particular community in the coming months are renewed with significant increases, it will skew the dynamics for that entire area,” said an estate agent. “Everything [changed] after April 1 with the new Rera Rental Index.” Rental Index changes: Dubai tenants face tough choices AS UPDATED RERA INDEX ALLOWS ‘MARKET RATES’ ON RENEWALS, TENANTS MUST TAKE SPEEDY DECISION There are no communities where rental rates are slowing just yet.” Jacob Bramley | Senior leasing manager at Better Homes Asteco forecasts a rise in tenant movement for several reasons: ■ The gradual easing of upward rental movement. ■ The updated Rera rental calculator allowing for potential increases in existing rates. ■ In the first three months, before the revised rent index took effect, residential lease renewals were by 5 per cent quarter-on-quarter, and by 12 per cent year-on-year, “with numerous tenants consenting to above average rental hikes”, according to Asteco. —M.N. RISE IN TENANT MOVEMENTS ANTICIPATED 20% possible increase in rent upon lease renewal in Dubai Feedback from tenants who have renewed since April 1, when the new Rera Index took effect, shows significant rent increases, often close to market rates for their area. ■ Dewa’s EV Green Charger initiative has supplied 26,000 MWh of electricity, powering EVs for 130 million kilometres cumulatively. Gulf News Archives Adnoc, Aramco eye Shell’s S Africa assets ABU DHABI A bu Dhabi National Oil Co (Adnoc) and Saudi Arabia’s state oil producer Aramco are among companies weighing bids for Shell PLC’s downstream assets in South Africa, according to people familiar with the matter. South Africa’s Sasol Ltd. is separately considering an offer for the business, which could be valued at more than $800 million, the people said. Commodity trading giant Trafigura Group’s Puma Energy subsidiary and Glencore Plc are also among potential suitors that may study the assets ahead of a bid deadline in the coming weeks, according to the people. Deliberations are in the early stages and other bidders could also emerge, the people said. A Shell spokesperson said that the company has been approached “by several highly credible parties,” without naming the bidders. A spokesperson for Adnoc’s listed retail arm, Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. for Distribution PJSC, said the company regularly reviews opportunities for domestic and international growth and declined to comment further. Representatives for Glencore, Puma Energy, Sasol and Trafigura declined to comment. A spokesperson for Aramco didn’t respond to queries. Sale of fuel-supply business Shell said earlier this month that it would sell the rest of its fuel-supply businesses in South Africa, after shutting its Sapref oil refinery in Durban — the biggest in the country — in 2022. The divestment includes aviation, marine, construction and road, trading and supply, commercial fuels, and lubricant operations, it said. The company has a network of 600 service stations across the country, according to its website. A deal would follow last year’s sale of a controlling stake in Engen Ltd., South Africa’s largest gas station chain, to a unit of trading house Vitol Group. Adnoc and Aramco have both been active in international deal-making recently. — Bloomberg Sasol, Trafigura’s Puma Energy and Glencore also among potential suitors Dewa has installed four types of chargers: Ultra-Fast Charger (150kW DC with ChadeMO and combo CCS sockets); Fast Charger (43kW AC with Type 2 Socket, 50kW DC ChadeMO and Combo CCS Sockets; Public Charger (2 x 22kW AC, with double Type 2 Socket); and Wall-Box (22kW AC, with single Type 2 Socket). THE 4 TYPES OF DEWA CHARGERS Charging stations by end of 2023, with many of them having dual charging outlets. “Given the time it takes to recharge clean energy vehicles, our parking facilities will play a key role in supporting the global transition to EV,” said Ahmad Bahrozyan, chairman of Parkin. $800m potential value of Shell PLC’s downstream assets in South Africa

6 BUSINESS MONDAY, MAY 27, 2024 | GULFNEWS.COM How crypto deals ensure cash safety ON GULFNEWS.COM If you’re new to cryptocurrencies, you may have had your doubts when stashing a small portion of your savings in an investment that isn’t tangible or physically visible. But knowing how your crypto transactions are kept safe from fraudsters can help influence your investment decisions. “The internet has created a digital economy in which countless transactions take place every day.Without cryptic digital encryptions keeping your cryptocurrency transactions secure, your financial data would be accessible to everyone,” explained Brian Deshell, a UAEbased cryptocurrency trader and analyst. —Justin Varghese, Your Money Editor How cryptocurrency transactions are built to keep your money safe HSBC EXECUTIVE LEONTARIS IS NOT CONVINCED ENOUGH TO LEAN TOWARDS CRYPTO ASSETS DUBAI T he momentum seems to be back in Bitcoin’s favour, with the cryptocurrency currently trading at $69,000 levels and poised to surpass $70,000 once again. This resurgence is particularly rewarding for investors who remained steadfast in Bitcoin, even when its value plummeted to as low as $16,625 on January 1, 2023, amid widespread talk of a “crypto winter”. Investor confidence in virtual assets is rebounding, buoyed by increased activity in exchangetraded funds (ETFs). But none of that matters to Georgios Leontaris, chief investment officer for Switzerland and EMEA at HSBC Global Private Banking and Wealth. He’s not going to advise his wealthy clients to take up positions in Bitcoin or any other crypto. “We remain sidelined in crypto assets,” said Leontaris. “Their unregulated nature continues to provide uncertainties and legal overhangs over the medium term, whereas investors continue to grapple with the specific role of Bitcoin in portfolios. “Volatility remains considerable for now, and investors need to consider risk-adjusted returns for their investments. “Diversification is also often cited when contemplating crypto assets. However, their sensitivity to macro-variables such as inflation is not clear cut and has evolved over time.” Where to park wealth Leontaris advocates for a focus on growth assets beyond Bitcoin. “We have recently added further to our overweight in US equities, driven by macroeconomic resilience and expectations for further earnings growth,” said the HSBC official. “In terms of sectors, we continue to like technology [whose multiples have actually come down from last year’s peak]. However, we also broaden our BY MANOJ NAIR Business Editor allocation to other sectors such as consumer discretionary, industrials and health care.” Can US markets sustain the rally? In the US, there is the presidential election coming later in the year. Even the slightest shifts can show up big on market swings and investor moods. There is also the constant ifs and buts around a US Federal Reserve interest rate cut. “Economic growth in the US continues to show resilience,” said Leontaris. “Even though the near term outlook for inflation remains bumpy, we expect to see further progress in disinflation expecting core PCE [the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge] to average 2.6 per cent this year. “This should allow the Federal Reserve to start cutting interest rates, which is expected this summer, with lower rates supporting current multiples. “Meanwhile, the latest US earnings season is on track to report 5 per cent growth in earnings [compared to expectations of only 2 per cent growth at the start of the season].” ‘Neutral’ on gold Gold is another asset having a good time of it, now breaching $2,400 an ounce levels quite consistently. But Leontaris prefers to be neutral on this safe haven asset. “Geopolitical risks, trade and financial market uncertainty have contributed to the rally,” he added. “However, physical demand for gold may start to wane as supply continues to rise. “Our expectation for a stronger USD could also limit a further sustained appreciation in gold. “The expectation of forthcoming interest rate cuts, the uncertainty on US elections and ongoing geopolitical risks should lend some support to gold. “However, at current levels the rally seems overstretched. We therefore keep a neutral position in gold...” HSBC prefers to be on the sidelines with crypto assets Their unregulated nature continues to provide uncertainties and legal overhangs over the medium term, whereas investors continue to grapple with the specific role of Bitcoin in portfolios.” Georgios Leontaris | Chief investment officer for Switzerland and EMEA at HSBC Global Private Banking and Wealth $70,000 mark Bitcoin, currently trading at $69,000, is all set to cross once again US paves way for Ether ETFs in another boost for crypto industry NEW YORK T he crypto industry is closer to another landmark after the Securities and Exchange Commission paved the way for the eventual launch of the first US exchange-traded funds investing directly in the Ether token. In a step deemed unlikely as recently as last week, the SEC signed off Thursday on a proposal by venues run by Cboe Global Markets Inc., Nasdaq and the New York Stock Exchange to list products tied to the second-biggest digital asset. Fund managers still need a separate approval from the agency before they can launch products, for which the timeline is unclear. Assuming they get a green light, one key question is whether the Ether portfolios will generate anything like the demand stirred by the historic January debut of US spot-Bitcoin ETFs. The latter have amassed $57 billion in assets, spurring issuers such as VanEck, ARK Investment Management, BlackRock Inc. and Fidelity Investments to jockey for firstmover advantage in the race to launch Ether vehicles. Ether retreat In a note of caution, Lara Crigger of data provider VettaFi said she doubts Ether ETFs can attract the same scale of inflow as Bitcoin products. “Although Ether has more use cases, it’s a much smaller market than Bitcoin, with lower awareness and name recognition among the general investing public,” she said. Ether slid about 3 per cent to $3,640 as of 9:30am Friday in London, paring its advance this week on ETF fanfare to 18 per cent — still the digital coin’s best weekly performance since the start of 2023, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. Wider crypto markets, including market-leader Bitcoin, retreated too. Major milestone The latest developments are a major milestone for crypto, said Rich Rosenblum, president of liquidity provider GSR Markets Ltd. Referring to the abrupt pivot towards approval, Rosenblum said “in the 12 years I’ve been trading this space, this is the most incredible thematic whipsaw I can remember.” The SEC’s order echoed the one it issued in January clearing exchanges to list Bitcoin ETFs, including a lengthy discussion of correlations between the Ether spot market and futures tracking it that are hosted by CME Group Inc. in Chicago. How closely the two markets move is a crucial point for regulators who want CME surveillance systems to spot trading anomalies before they spiral. Coinbase Global Inc. proffered a study showing correlations among spot and futures markets for Ether were about 85 per cent over one-minute intervals between March 2021 and January 2024, which it said was higher than the one cited in the Bitcoin review. The SEC said it replicated that and other studies and found they “provide empirical evidence that prices generally move in close [although not perfect] alignment” between the spot and CME Ether futures markets. Beyond ETFs, the latest developments may have wider policy implications. SEC Chair Gary Gensler has been ambiguous on whether Ether is a security, and crypto enthusiasts are worried about the token — and potentially projects based on the Ethereum blockchain — falling under the agency’s tough and costly rules. — Bloomberg SEC’s order echoes January decision approving Bitcoin ETFs Reuters ■ There is scepticism regarding Ether ETFs attracting similar inflows as Bitcoin products due to Ether’s smaller market size. Virendra Saklani/Gulf News Ether slid about 3 per cent to $3,640 as of 9:30am Friday in London, paring its advance this week on ETF fanfare to 18 per cent — still the digital coin’s best weekly performance since the start of 2023.

7 Scan for our social media THE VIEWS GULFNEWS.COM | MONDAY, MAY 27, 2024 UNRAVELLING DIVISIONS, MISSTEPS IN GAZA WAR The conflict persists, fuelled by erroneous presumptions and significant political turmoil I t is undeniable that Arab public opinion is deeply divided over the war in Gaza. Some view it as a conflict triggered by foreign agendas, while others see the mass killing of civilians by the Israeli army as an unprecedented crime. No one can claim to know the absolute truth about this conflict. War is inherently atrocious, and its realities are often murky. What seems evident, however, is that both parties entered the war without a clear exit strategy, resulting in ongoing violence and the spread of misinformation. Yet, there are three assumptions that can be considered, which form the structural basis of the conflict. The first assumption concerns the timing of the war, starting on October 7. Gaza has been under siege for an extended period, and there was a semi-truce between Hamas and Israel. The timing seems influenced first by an agreement at the G20 countries’ meeting in December 2023 in Delhi, known as the strategic corridor from India through Israel to Europe. Iran’s strategic goals The second factor is the potential agreement between Saudi Arabia and Israel, mediated by the United States, to establish a Palestinian state and a strategic security agreement with Israel. These factors contradict Iran’s strategy, which aims to push the US out of the region. Given the close relationship between Hamas and Iran, the conflict escalated from a stalemate to active combat. Iran’s goal was initially to obstruct the strategic corridor and, secondly, to galvanise Arab public opinion against its political institutions to weaken them. Although this strategy might have delayed the initial factor, it had little impact on the second, pushing Tehran to engage directly in an aggressive military response after several provocations. This escalation revealed its ineffective military capabilities, leading to secretive negotiations with the United States to ostensibly de-escalate tensions in the region while maintaining the status quo. The second assumption involves Hamas believing that capturing a significant number of Israeli hostages would quickly force Israel to negotiate, as seen in the past with the release of one Israeli soldier for 1,027 Palestinian prisoners in October 2011. This assumption proved incorrect, as Israel, without any public declaration, began to consider the hostages as deceased and manipulated the situation to justify their military actions against civilians. The third assumption from Israel’s perspective was that the substantial loss of civilian lives in Gaza, including women and children, would compel Hamas to reconsider its stance and seek a truce on Israeli terms to preserve innocent lives. However, this assumption proved incorrect, as Hamas, which has solidified its control over Gaza over the years and established a strong security presence, showed no inclination to alter its position. Hamas appeared indifferent to the scale of civilian casualties from the bombardment, thereby rendering Israel’s assumption ineffective. Shifting public opinion Israel’s war in Gaza has indeed shifted a segment of global public opinion, particularly among vocal groups such as student movements. However, this outcry has largely gone unnoticed within the corridors of Western political power. Moreover, the Palestinian side lacks the robust political institutions necessary to capitalise on this shift in sentiment. Internally, the Palestinian political landscape is increasingly fragmented, with the Palestinian leadership engaging in power struggles. Some factions propose explanations for the conflict that verge on the fantastical, while others fail to address international shortcomings effectively. The focus on loyalty over competence continues to plague Arab politics, preventing the utilisation of the brightest Palestinian minds. The latest statements by Mahmoud Abbas about Hamas in front of international and Arab leaders and the responses from Hamas spokespeople showcase a deep and historical rift within Palestinian leadership, which undermines efforts towards unity. Recently, a knowledgeable friend and I discussed the potential for historical reconciliation at the Beijing meeting between the factions. However, I expressed scepticism, remarking that the time it would take for the negotiators to fly from Beijing back to the Middle East might be enough for them to part ways again. I know this is a harsh observation, but if they couldn’t agree in the land of Kaaba, how can they possibly agree in Beijing? Despite the ongoing power struggles, misguided alliances, and a failure to adapt to changing global dynamics, the conflict continues to escalate, driven by incorrect assumptions and significant turmoil. The burning question remains: When will the war end? The answer may only come when Iran secures a deal with America, regardless of the cost to Arab lives. ■ Mohammad Alrumaihi is an author and Professor of Political Sociology at Kuwait University _____•_____ Election integrity amid AI deep fakes Challenge lies in not just making pledges to combat deep fakes but also in enforcing them I n the crucial New Hampshire primary earlier this year in the United States, a voice purportedly of US President Joe Biden was calling Democratic voters over the phone and telling them to stay at home because “your vote makes a difference in November, not this Tuesday.” It was fake. Using artificial intelligence voice cloning technology, the fake message of Biden went viral. But it was detected and shut down. There are over 50 countries which will see polling this year and the biggest challenge confronting all are deep fakes aided by the use of artificial intelligence. A 2024 report by the World Economic Forum found that 53 per cent of global experts named AI-generated misinformation and disinformation as the second leading risk in today’s risk landscape. The world’s leading tech companies including OpenAI and Meta have pledged to combat this problem especially during elections. This includes automatically labelling AI-generated images and videos so that people immediately know that what they seeing is not real. The real action will have to come from these companies who have the best expertise in dealing with this new threat. The elections this year will be their first real test. Some companies have said they will not allow their AI technology to be used to make images of real people. But implementation is clearly an issue. The Guardian newspaper reported how they asked one tech company, MidJourney, to generate images of Joe Biden and his rival Donald Trump in a boxing ring. Their request was denied. However, when the newspaper asked for the same images of UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer, it generated the photos. Governments also have an important role to play. In the US, Biden signed an executive order earlier this year that required leading AI developers to share safety test results and other information with the government. But experts say it does not go far enough. The European Union has taken the toughest line so far on dealing with the threat of the misuse of AI. The 27 nation bloc has just passed the Artificial intelligence Act, which will take effect by the end of the year. It is the first comprehensive law in the world to tackle AI which classifies the technology into 4 categories: prohibited, high risk, limited risk and minimal risk. So for example, anything that violates human rights through mass surveillance will be banned. High risk would include things like biometric identification and facial recognition technology which would have to meet strict requirements. On deep fakes, the law has classified them as “limited risk” and has said they need to be labelled as fake. The Act says “deplorers of an AI system that generates or manipulates image, audio or video content constituting a deep fake, shall disclose that the content has been artificially generated or manipulated.” The EU law is not perfect but it is an important beginning. Ultimately, the real challenge lies in not just making pledges to combat deep fakes but to enforce them and to keep up with the technology, which is constantly changing. ■ Nidhi Razdan is an award-winning journalist. She has extensively reported on politics and diplomacy. BY NIDHI RAZDAN | Special to Gulf News _____•_____ Readmore Views online What we can glean from latest Democracy Perception Index How American ‘exceptionalism’ leads to its isolation ON GULFNEWS.COM Drink plenty of water S corching temperatures in many countries have had a devastating impact on people. Heat-related illnesses, such as heatstroke and dehydration, have become all too common. The elderly, children and those with pre-existing health conditions are particularly susceptible to extreme heat. To prevent heat stroke, drinking plenty of water to stay hydrated is important. To help ease stomach pain or regulate body heat, consider consuming drinks like lemon water, coconut water, buttermilk, and fluids rich in electrolytes instead of tea and coffee. It’s best to avoid spicy foods altogether. ■ JUBEL D’CRUZ India Don’t fall prey to scams A ccording to recent Interpol reports, scams have reached an alarming level, with estimates suggesting over $1 trillion was stolen from victims in 2023 alone. These scams can take many forms, from phishing emails impersonating legitimate companies to complex schemes that build trust before financial exploitation. By staying vigilant, we can make it harder for scammers to succeed. If you suspect a scam has targeted you, report it to the appropriate authorities. ■ LIJIN THOMAS India AI in education T he use of artificial intelligence (AI) in education holds great promise (“Unlocking the potential of AI in education”, Gulf News, May 23). AI can tailor learning experiences to match individual student learning styles. Additionally, AI can automate repetitive administrative tasks, allowing educators to dedicate more time to providing personalised instruction and mentorship. The integration of AI in education can not only improve the learning journey for students, but also simplify the teaching process for educators. ■ RIYA ABRAHAM UAE Toxic work culture O vercoming a toxic work culture requires a concerted effort from employees and management. Open communication plays a critical role. Management’s willingness to listen and take action on employees’ feedback is crucial to foster a more open and transparent work environment. Promoting a work-life balance is key. Training and education also play a significant role in transforming work culture. ■ ASHIF JAMADAR India ■ Editor’s note: Is there a news report that you feel strongly about? Something that has to be addressed in the community and requires resolution? Email us on readers@ gulfnews.com. You can also post a comment on our Facebook page or tweet to us@GNReaders Letters to the Editor Printed and Published by Al Nisr Publishing LLC, P.O. Box 6519, Dubai, UAE www.gulfnews.com DISCLAIMER. 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This will have a positive impact on reducing plastic waste in the city and sets a great example for other cities and communities around the world. This ban is expected to encourage the use of reusable bags and promote more sustainable practices among residents and businesses, marking an important step towards a greener and cleaner future for the city. Thank you to all those involved or their dedication to creating a more environmentally friendly Dubai. ■ BIJO MATHEW UAE

MIDDLE EAST 8 MONDAY, MAY 27, 2024 | GULFNEWS.COM —Agencies Short takes New chapter in Saudi-Syria ties Israeli strikes kill three in Lebanon Israeli soldiers captured in Gaza Saudi Arabia appointed a new ambassador to Syria yesterday, state news agency SPA said, the kingdom’s first envoy to Damascus since the closure of the Saudi embassy there in 2012 during the Syrian civil war. Riyadh’s new ambassador to Syria will be Faisal Al Mujfel, SPA said. Saudi Arabia reopened its embassy in Syria earlier this year. Two Israeli raids yesterday killed three people in south Lebanon, official media said. Lebanon’s official National News Agency (NNA) reported “two martyrs and wounded civilians in the raid that targeted a motorcycle in Aita Al Shaab”, a border village. It said the strike was carried out by an “Israeli” drone. A spokesman for Hamas said yesterday its fighters had captured Israeli soldiers in Jabalia in northern Gaza on Saturday, though the Israeli military denied the claim. The Hamas armed wing spokesman did not say how many soldiers had been abducted and showed no proof. CAIRO Egyptian lawmaker mocks Israel over mix-up A n Egyptian sports commentator, whose image mistakenly appeared on an Israeli list of wanted Hamas commanders, derided the Israeli security services and threatened to sue them over the blunder. Israeli media recently showed the picture of Shabana, who is also a member of the Egyptian parliament, apparently instead of the photo of Mohammed Shabana, a commander of Hamas’ military wing Al Qassam Brigades. The Egyptian journalist said he learnt from his friends that the photo had been released by Israel’s General Security Service Shabak. “This betrays their ignorance. Shabak is supposed to be one of the strongest security agencies in Israel,” he told Egyptian TV channel Al Qahera News. Egyptian ON GULFNEWS.COM Turbulence hits Qatar Airways flight to Dublin, 12 injured Twelve people travelling on a QatarAirways flight from Doha to Ireland were injured during a bout of turbulence, Dublin Airport said, adding the plane landed safely. “Upon landing, the aircraft was met by emergency services, including Airport Police and our Fire and Rescue department, due to 6 passengers and 6 crew [12 total] on board reporting injuries,” Dublin Airport said in a statement. — Reuters ISRAELI MILITARY PROCEEDS INTO RAFAH DESPITE COURT RULING More air strikes and artillery shelling rain down on northern, central and southern areas GAZA I srael’s military is pressing ahead with its operations against Hamas in the southern Gaza City of Rafah despite a ruling from the International Court of Justice, ordering it to halt such activity in the name of sparing civilians. Officials in Israel say they interpret Friday’s ruling in The Hague as permitting the incursion to continue as long as it’s done with care, adding that the military is carrying out targeted strikes in Rafah, far short of a full invasion. In a ruling on Friday, the ICJ said that “Israel must immediately halt its military offensive, and any other action in the Rafah Governorate, which may inflict on the Palestinian group in Gaza conditions of life that could bring about its physical destruction in whole or in part.” Open to interpretation The wording of the sentence has led to diverging interpretations. Many regard it as an order to stop the offensive, and that’s how it was widely reported on Friday. But Israeli officials say the order is conditional — that their military must stop any action which could destroy civilians. The campaign in Rafah will not “lead to the destruction of the Palestinian civilian population,” Israel’s National Security Adviser, Tzachi Hanegbi, said in a joint statement with the Foreign Ministry’s legal advisers. Speaking later on Israel’s Channel 12, Hanegbi said, “What they are asking us is to not commit genocide in Rafah. We did not commit genocide and we will not commit genocide.” Some liberal legal scholars in Israel agree. “The ICJ didn’t prohibit all Israeli operations in Rafah,” said Mordechai Kremnitzer, a specialist in international law at Hebrew University in Jerusalem and the Israel Democracy Institute. “Israelwas ordered to avoid operations that inflict harm on the Palestinian population in Gaza and avoid conditions that could bring about its physical destruction.” He added that his interpretation is bolstered by the fact that the court didn’t order Hamas to release hostages and stop firing missiles at Israel, and it’s not reasonable that the court is ordering one side to stop but not the other. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, meanwhile, was to have convened his war cabinet yesterday to discuss the latest efforts towards a Gaza truce. a senior official told AFP. Main focus The news came despite more deadly Gaza fighting and a rocket barrage Hamas aimed at Tel Aviv that sent people scrambling for bomb shelters as air defences intercepted projectiles streaking across the sky. US President Joe Biden has pushed for renewed international efforts to halt the Gaza war, and CIA chief Bill Burns on Photos: AFP ■ Left: A man carries a girl injured in Israeli strikes on Bureij, at the Al Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir Al Balah, in the central Gaza Strip, on Saturday. ■ Right: An Israeli woman takes cover during rocket fire from the Gaza Strip, near the city of Herzliya yesterday. Aid trucks from Egypt began entering the Gaza Strip yesterday through the Israelicontrolled Kerem Shalom crossing, state-linked media Al-Qahera News reported. A total of “200 trucks” had moved from the Egyptian side of the Rafah border crossing, which has been shut since early May when Israel seized the Palestinian side of the terminal, to the Kerem Shalom crossing, located some 4 kilometres to the south. Egypt has refused to coordinate aid through Rafah as long as Israeli troops control the Palestinian side. But on Friday, Egyptian President Abdul Fattah Al Sissi agreed, in a call with his US counterpart Joe Biden, to allow aid through Kerem Shalom, theWhite House said. Al-Qahera News said “four fuel trucks” had already crossed and were heading to hospitals. —AFP AID TRUCKS ENTER GAZA FROM EGYPTIAN SIDE Friday met Mossad director David Barnea and Qatar’s prime minister in Paris. While Israel’s main focus is to free the remaining hostages, Hamas has insisted on a permanent end to the war raging since October 7 — a demand Netanyahu has so far rejected. An Israeli senior official, speaking on condition of anonymity, told AFP on Sunday that “the war cabinet is expected to meet in Jerusalem tonight at 2100 (1800 GMT) to discuss a hostage release deal”. The official had said on Saturday that “there is an intention to renew these talks.” A member of the Hamas political bureau, Izzat Al Rishq, said yesterday that “regarding the rumours about negotiations, we have not received anything from the mediators” so far. He insisted on Hamas’s long-standing demand for a permanent cessation of hostilities in Gaza. Meanwhile, Israel’s military said over the past 24 hours, it had destroyed “over 50 terror targets across the Gaza Strip”. — AFP 200 trucks have moved from the Egyptian side of the Rafah border to Gaza ■ Palestinians react after an Israeli strike on a building in Nuseirat on May 25, 2024, amid continuing battles between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip. AFP Turbulence hits Qatar Airways flight to Dublin,12 injured, airport says

WORLD 9 GULFNEWS.COM | MONDAY, MAY 27, 2024 ■ Above: Firefighters attempt to douse the fire at the New Born Baby Care Hospital in Vivek Vihar, New Delhi, on Saturday. ANI ■ Left: Machines move the debris after a fire laid bare a gaming zone in Rajkot, Gujarat, yesterday. Reuters HOSPITAL BLAZE FOLLOWS FIRE AT AMUSEMENT PARK THAT KILLED 27, INCLUDING 4 CHILDREN NEW DELHI S even newborn babies died after a fire tore through a children’s hospital in the Indian capital, with people charging into the flames to rescue the infants, police said yesterday. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the fire and deaths “heart-rending” in a post on social media. The fire department was called late Saturday evening when the disaster occurred. But in the crucial first minutes, it was bystanders who spotted the fire and braved the blaze to rescue the newborns. The owner of the hospital is currently on the run and is believed to have fled to Jaipur, according to sources within the Delhi Police. Oxygen cylinders added fuel The fire, which erupted around 11.32pm, quickly intensified due to the presence of numerous oxygen cylinders that began to explode, spreading the blaze further and causing extensive damage. Firefighters battled the inferno for three hours, during which time the challenges of locating and rescuing the infants added to the difficulties. “We did not know the exact newborns killed as fire rages through Delhi hospital —Agencies Short takes Macron in Germany, seeks to soothe ties Toll from Russian attack on Kharkiv rises to 14 Mercury hits 51C in Rajasthan’s Phalodi Tories pledge to bring back national service Second cholera death on France’s Mayotte island 7 young elephants drown in Sri Lanka Emmanuel Macron yesterday arrived in Berlin on the first state visit to Germany by a French president in a quarter century, seeking to ease recent tensions. Macron’s plane landed at the start of his three-day, four-stop visit that will seek to emphasise the historic importance of the post-war relationship between the two key EU states. But all has not been smooth in the relationship, with Berlin taken aback by Macron’s refusal to rule out sending troops to Ukraine and German officials said to be uneasy at times about his oftentheatrical style of foreign policy. The death toll from Russian strikes on a hardware store in the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv rose to 14 yesterday, the regional governor said as rescuers searched the charred debris for bodies. “The number of dead has grown to 14,” Oleg Synegubov, Kharkiv regional governor, said. Interior minister Igor Klymenko said earlier that 43 were injured and “16 people are considered missing”, after Russian strikes hit the Epitsentr superstore. “It took more than 16 hours to extinguish the fire in the Kharkiv construction hypermarket caused by targeted Russian strikes,” the minister said on Telegram. Temperatures soared to a searing 51 degrees Celsius in Rajasthan’s Phalodi yesterday as a heatwave swept through large parts of India. Speaking to ANI, Senior IMD scientist Naresh Kumar said, “The maximum temperature was in West Rajasthan’s Phalodi, 51 degrees. “The next 3-4 days will be the same in Rajasthan and we have issued a Red Alert. After that, there will be a gradual decrease in temperature. In Haryana too, we have issued a Red Alert... For Punjab, it is an orange alert for 2 days and then a red alert is issued.” According to IMD scientist Naresh Kumar, there are no signs of relief from the heat in Delhi for the next 4-5 days. Britain’s ruling Conservative Party has said it will bring back national service if it wins power again in the UK general election on July 4. Eighteen-year-olds would either choose to join the military full-time for 12 months or spend one weekend every month volunteering in their community over a year, under the plans announced late Saturday. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the scheme would “create a shared sense of purpose among our young people”. “This new, mandatory national service will provide life-changing opportunities for our young people, offering them the chance to learn real world skills, do new things and contribute to their community and our country.” A 62-year-old woman has died of cholera in Mayotte, bringing to two the death toll from the epidemic on the French island in the Indian Ocean, health authorities said yesterday. The woman died on Saturday at her home in Mamoudzou, the capital, the ARS health authority said in a statement. “Response teams went to the scene to disinfect the home and take care of the deceased’s family and friends”, the statement added. In May, the disease claimed its first life on the island when a three-year-old girl from the commune of Koungou died. Cholera is an infectious disease typically causing severe diarrhoea, vomiting and muscle cramps, which spreads easily. Wildlife authorities in Sri Lanka yesterday found seven carcasses of young elephants believed to have drowned in the biggest single loss of the animals in five years. An official said the onset of the southwest monsoon had led to flooding in the elephant habitat in Dimbulagala, around 250 kilometres (155 miles) northeast of the capital Colombo. “We were alerted by villagers to three young elephants who had drowned last evening, but when we went to the marshy area we found four more,” a regional wildlife official said. number of children inside,” Atul Garg, Chief Fire Officer told NDTV. “The initial cause of the fire seems to have been an electrical pole igniting, which then set fire to a parked vehicle, eventually causing the oxygen cylinders to catch fire.” “All 12 newborn babies were rescued from the hospital with the help of other people,” senior police officer Surendra Choudhary said, but added that by the time they reached medical attention, six were dead. 4 children dead in Gujarat The blaze in the hospital broke out hours after a separate fire at an amusement park in India’s western state of Gujarat left 27 dead, including four children. In that fire — which ripped through a centre with a bowling alley and other games crowded with youngsters — police warned that many of the corpses were so badly burnt it was difficult to identify them. “Legal action is being taken against the owner of the hospital,” Choudhary said. He did not give further details on how the children died. In addition to the six reported killed, another baby among the 12 brought out of the ward was dead before the fire began, Choudhary said, without elaborating further. The fire broke out in the New Born Baby Care hospital in Delhi’s Vivek Vihar area. Delhi Fire Department Director Atul Garg told the Press Trust of India news agency that 14 fire trucks were sent to battle the blaze. “The fire spread too fast due to a blast in an oxygen cylinder,” he said. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal called the situation “heartbreaking”. “We all stand with those who lost their innocent children in this accident,” he said on social media, adding: “The causes of the incident are being investigated, and whoever is responsible for this negligence will not be spared.” — AFP Firefighters battled the inferno for three hours, during which time the challenges of locating and rescuing the infants added to the difficulties. 12 newborn babies were rescued from the hospital, but 7 died 14 fire trucks were sent to battle the blaze, the fire department said Cyclone Remal hits Bangladesh as nearly a million flee inland PATUAKHALI,BANGLADESH A n intense cyclone smashed into the lowlying coast of Bangladesh yesterday, with nearly a million people fleeing inland for concrete storm shelters away from howling gales and crashing waves. “The severe Cyclone Remal has started crossing the Bangladesh coast,” Bangladesh Meteorological Department Director Azizur Rahman told AFP, adding the raging storm could continue hammering the coast until at least the early hours of this morning. “We have so far recorded maximum wind speeds of 90 kilometres [56 miles] per hour, but the wind speed may pick up more pace.” The country’s three seaports and the airport in the secondlargest city Chittagong were closed, officials said. Airport closed in Kolkata India’s Kolkata airport closed yesterday, while the Indian navy readied two ships with aid and medical supplies for “immediate deployment”. Cyclones have killed hundreds of thousands of people in Bangladesh in recent decades, but the number of superstorms hitting its densely populated coast has increased sharply, from one a year to as many as three, due to the impact of climate change. “The cyclone could unleash a storm surge of up to 12 feet above normal astronomical tide, which can be dangerous,” Bangladeshi senior weather official Muhammad Abul Kalam Mallik told AFP. Most of Bangladesh’s coastal areas are a metre or two above sea level and high storm surges can devastate villages. At least 800,000 Bangladeshis fled their coastal villages, while more than 50,000 people in India also moved inland from the vast Sundarbans mangrove forest, where the Ganges, Brahmaputra and Meghna rivers meet the sea, officials said. “We want to ensure that a single life is not lost,” said Bankim Chandra Hazra, a senior minister in India’s West Bengal state. — AFP Waves may rise up to 12 feet, threatening to devour villages AFP ■ Commuters travel along a road as rain clouds loom over the sky, due to cyclone Remal, in Kolkata, yesterday. A severe storm battered the Philippines’ most populous island yesterday, dumping heavy rain and causing flooding that forced more than 8,000 people to flee their homes. After making landfall on the central island of Samar late Friday, the first storm to hit the Philippines this year strengthened as it swept northwest to the main island of Luzon where it hovered near the capital Manila. Severe tropical storm Ewiniar, which has been given the local name Aghon, dumped more than 200 millimetres (eight inches) of rain over parts of Quezon province in the 24 hours to 8am (0000 GMT) yesterday, the state weather forecaster said. More than 6,000 people were forced to leave their homes in the province, figures posted on an official Facebook page show. —AFP PHILIPPINE STORM HITS MAIN ISLAND, DISPLACING MANY

SPORT 10 Scan for our social media MONDAY, MAY 27, 2024 | GULFNEWS.COM ‘IT’SABIGGIFT FROMALL OF US’ Russell credits franchise for success as Kolkata Knight Riders win their third IPL trophy CHENNAI M itchell Starc bowled a sensational opening spell to fire Kolkata Knight Riders to their third Indian Premier League title with a eight-wicket thrashing of Sunrisers Hyderabad in yesterday’s final. Kolkata bowled out Hyderabad for IPL’s lowest total of 113 in a final as Australia’s left-arm quick Starc returned figures of 2-14 to live up to his top billing in the world’s most lucrative T20 tournament. Starc went to Kolkata for a record $2.98 million in the December auction and ended the IPL with two stellar performances, including a match-winning 3-34 in the first play-off to hammer the same opponent. “It was a great night for KKR. What a season. Probably the two most exciting teams in the final,” Player of the match Starch told during the postmatch presentation. “I think we had a fantastic squad and we remained such a consistent side with contributions from everyone. That was a big part of our success. We lost the toss and got to use to the ball first. Having watched the game two nights before here, we didn’t know what to expect but the bowling unit showed all the skills they have and the wicket-taking balls. “I am older and experienced now, so that helped to deal with all that and leading the attack,” he added. Kolkata’s batsmen had it easy and despite Sunil Narine’s early departure, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who made 39, and Venkatesh Iyer, on 52 not out, helped the team home with 9.3 overs to spare after a partnership of 91. Iyer, a left-handed batsman, reached his 50 in 24 balls and hit the winning runs to trigger celebrations for Kolkata, who remained the most dominant team after they ended top of the table with 20 points in the league phase. Skipper Shreyas Iyer was unbeaten on six, and at the other end, when Kolkata players came rushing on to the pitch. West Indies stalwart Andre Russell said: “Nowords to describe (the feeling). Itmeans somuch.” “I am happy that all of us were very disciplined and worked towards one goal. This franchise has done a lot for me. It’s a big gift from all of us to them.” Second title It was Kolkata’s second title triumph at the venue, after they won their first trophy in 2012, and a near-capacity crowd at the 36,000-seater stadium cheered on. Apart from the big signing of Starc, they got Gautam Gambhir as mentor after the former India batsman led the team to two titles, including the 2014 triumph. Kolkata bowling coach Bharat Arun while lauding the pacers said: “I think Mitch coming into the team boosted the confidence of other youngsters in the side. He is probably the best bowler in the world. Once he understood the Indian conditions, he was excellent.” Bharat was also full of praise for spinners Chakravarthy and Narine. He also said that sending Narine to open the batting was Gambhir’s idea and it paid huge dividends. — Agencies — Agencies Short takes Peerless Pogacar clinches Giro d’Italia Leclerc wins for first time at home in Monaco Murray died by suicide, parents confirm Tadej Pogacar won the Giro d’Italia yesterday, crossing the finish line in Rome in glorious sunshine and with the biggest winning margin in almost six decades. The 25-year-old UAE Emirates rider won six of the 21 stages on the 3,400km tour that began in Turin, finishing 9min 56sec ahead of Colombia’s Daniel Martinez of Bora while Geraint Thomas of Ineos was 10min 24sec off the winning pace in third. The overall triumph was sealed yesterday on the 21st stage, which was won by Belgian sprinter Tim Merlier, who picked up his 3rd stage win of the event. Charles Leclerc claimed a first Monaco Grand Prix victory yesterday to finally break his hometown circuit curse as Red Bull had a weekend to forget. Three time world champion Max Verstappen scraped in sixth after Sergio Perez crashed out, the Mexican’s Red Bull ripped apart, in a first-lap pile-up. Leclerc in contrast had a drive he will remember for the rest of his life. The 26-year-old had not claimed a Monaco podium in his five previous attempts. PGA Tour member Grayson Murray died by suicide, his parents confirmed in a statement yesterday. The death of Murray was announced by commissioner Jay Monahan on Saturday, one day after the 30-year-old golfer cited illness following his withdrawal from the Charles Schwab Challenge at Fort Worth, Texas. Yesterday, his parents, Eric and Terry, provided the following statement: “We have spent the last 24 hours trying to come to terms with the fact that our son is gone. It’s surreal that we not only have to admit it to ourselves, but that we also have to acknowledge it to the world. It’s a nightmare.” Leclerc wins for first Osaka, Alcaraz begin with easy wins PARIS N aomi Osaka swept to her first victory at the French Open in three years on Sunday, setting up a potential showdown with Iga Swiatek, as Carlos Alcaraz maintained his record of never losing in the first round of a Grand Slam. Osaka, a four-time major winner who has yet to get past the third round in Paris, needed three sets to defeat Italy’s 48th-ranked Lucia Bronzetti on the showpiece Court Philippe Chatrier, 6-1, 4-6, 7-5. The 26-year-old fired 31 winners, including six aces, and 45 unforced errors in a match where she gave up a 4-0 lead in the decider before finding herself 5-4 down. However, she rallied strongly to register her first win at a Grand Slam since the 2022 Australian Open. “It feels really nice to be back and I’m just really grateful to be here in front of everybody,” said Osaka. “I think there were moments when I played really well.” Top seed and defending champion Swiatek, chasing a fourth French Open, will face Osaka if the Pole gets past qualifier Leolia Jeanjean today. World No 3 and reigning Wimbledon champion Alcaraz eased to a 6-1, 6-2, 6-1 win over America’s J.J. Wolf, the 107th-ranked player who entered the main draw as a ‘lucky loser’ from qualifying. Alcaraz showed no sign of suffering from the right arm injury which sidelined him from the Rome Open as he coasted to victory on the back of 27 winners and nine breaks of serve. “I don’t need too many matches to be at my best,” said Alcaraz. — AFP 26-year-old can set up a potential showdown with Iga Swiatek AFP ■ Naomi Osaka in action. Reuters ■ Al Ain players celebrate after winning the AFC Champions League final against Yokohama F Marinos in Abu Dhabi. DUBAI A n emotionally charged Al Ain coach Hernan Crespo struggled for words during the post-match press conference but said the team deserved every bit of the praise during their remarkable run to win the AFC Champions League title on Saturday. “It is very difficult to describe,” said the Argentine. “We are very proud with this title because we represented not only the club but also the country. We deserve the title,” he added. The Garden City club put on a show during the second leg to record an emphatic 5-1 win at the Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium triumphing 6-3 on aggregate. The win marked Al Ain’s second Asian title and first since 2003 while being runners-up in 2005 and 2016. Crespo’s side ousted Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr in the quarter-finals before halting Al Hilal’s top-flightrecord streak of 34 consecutive wins when they met in the semis. “Every time,wewereunderdogs — in the quarter-finals, semi-finals — but I believed and every time, the players did it,” Crespo, who was appointed in November last year, said. For Al Ain it wasn’t an easy task coming into the second leg since they had to overturn a one-goal deficit, but pushed by their ever-loyal fans. the team adopted a more aggressive approach to take the match away from Yokohama. “The difference between the first and second legs was we changed our strategy. You play differently away and we also has some players who were not at a hundred per cent. “I told the players they had to believe that we have the talent to play football. I asked them to trust themselves and translate what we had done in training into the game.” Talented Rahimi The supremely talented Soufiane Rahimi erased Yokohama’s advantage with an eighth minute strike with Alejandro Romero then scoring from the penalty spot in the 33rd to put Al Ain ahead. Yan Matheus drew Yokohama level on aggregate with his 40th minute goal, only for the Japanese side to then be reduced to 10 men following goalkeeper William Popp’s sending off deep into first half stoppage time. Al Ain capitalised on the one-man advantage, with tournament MVP and top scorer Rahimi netting his second in the 67th minute while substitute Kodjo Laba scored twice in added time to complete the win. “We understood what we had to do when we had the ball. I am not a genius, what is the most important is the players. They played with great heart,” said Crespo. We are proud of the title: Crespo Soufiane Rahimi wins the Most Valuable Player and Top Scorer awards BY JAI PRASAD V RAI Assistant Editor Every time, we were underdogs — in the quarterfinals, semifinals — but I believed and every time, the players did it.” Hernan Crespo » Al Ain coach Sunrisers Hyderabad 113 all out in 20 overs (Aiden Markram 20,Pat Cummins 24; Mitchell Starc 2/14,Harshit Rana 2/24,Andre Russell 3/19) lost to Kolkata Knight Riders 114-2 in 10.3 overs (Rahmanullah Gurbaz 39,VenkateshIyer 52 n.o) by 8 wickets. BRIEF SCORES $2.98m Starc was sold for Kolkata in the December IPL auction I think we had a fantastic squad and we remained such a consistent side with contributions from everyone. That was a big part of our success.” Mitchell Starc » Kolkata Knight Riders’ bowler

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If you fail to pay the amount due within the specified period, DLD shall take the necessary legal proceeding pursuant to clause No (11) of the aforesaid. 31339497_3_3 NOTICE Developer’s Name: T F G REAL ESTATE L.L.C Purchaser’s Name: GITABEN NAVNIT RANA / NAVNIT NANUBHAI RANA The above mentioned developer claims that you have defaulted in the payment of installment/installments of the price for unit No (THE ONE / 2516) project (THE ONE) Dubai. In accordance with law no (13) of 2008 as amended, and its Executive Regulations, Dubai Land Department ‘DLD’, hereby notify you to rectify the default within (30) days as of the date of publication of this notice. If you fail to pay the amount due within the specified period, DLD shall take the necessary legal proceeding pursuant to clause No (11) of the aforesaid. 31339497_1_1 NOTICE Developer’s Name: THE LAGOONS PHASE ONE LLC Purchaser’s Name: MOHAMMADMAHDI HASANAGHA SEYEDREZAEI The above-mentioned Developer claims that you have defaulted in the payment of installment/ installments of the price for Unit No. Tower 2 – P02, Project DC CREEK RISE, Dubai. In accordance with Law No. (13) of 2008 as amended, and its Executive Regulations, Dubai Land Department ‘DLD’, hereby notify you to rectify the default within (30) days as of the date of publication of this notice. If you fail to pay the amount due within the specified period, DLD shall take the necessary legal proceeding pursuant to clause No (11) of the aforesaid. 31339600_2_2 NOTICE Developer’s Name: T F G REAL ESTATE L.L.C Purchaser’s Name: LUCKY BROWN The above mentioned developer claims that you have defaulted in the payment of installment/installments of the price for unit No (The One at Jumeirah Village Triangle / 2004) project (The One at Jumeirah Village Triangle) Dubai. In accordance with law no (13) of 2008 as amended, and its Executive Regulations, Dubai Land Department ‘DLD’, hereby notify you to rectify the default within (30) days as of the date of publication of this notice. If you fail to pay the amount due within the specified period, DLD shall take the necessary legal proceeding pursuant to clause No (11) of the aforesaid. 31339497_2_2 NOTICE Developer’s Name: THE LAGOONS PHASE ONE LLC Purchaser’s Name: MOHAMMED IBRAHIM H ALMAZROU The above-mentioned Developer claims that you have defaulted in the payment of installment/ installments of the price for Unit No. Tower 1 - 4004, Project DC CREEK EDGE, Dubai. In accordance with Law No. (13) of 2008 as amended, and its Executive Regulations, Dubai Land Department ‘DLD’, hereby notify you to rectify the default within (30) days as of the date of publication of this notice. If you fail to pay the amount due within the specified period, DLD shall take the necessary legal proceeding pursuant to clause No (11) of the aforesaid. 31339600_1_1 Developer’s Name: EMAAR DEVELOPMENT PJSC Purchaser’s Name: MOISE SAHBANI The above-mentioned Developer claims that you have defaulted in the payment of installment/ installments of the price for Unit No. Tower 1 – 1107 Project EB BEACH ISLE, Dubai. In accordance with Law No. (13) of 2008 as amended, and its Executive Regulations, Dubai Land Department ‘DLD’, hereby notify you to rectify the default within (30) days as of the date of publication of this notice. If you fail to pay the amount due within the specified period, DLD shall take the necessary legal proceeding pursuant to clause No (11) of the aforesaid. NOTICE 31339498_1_1 Developer’s Name: EMAAR DEVELOPMENT PJSC Purchaser’s Name: ZOHRA NAJAR The above-mentioned Developer claims that you have defaulted in the payment of installment/ installments of the price for Unit No. (Tower 3 - 2509) Project BD DOWNTOWN VIEWS II, Dubai. In accordance with Law No. (13) of 2008 as amended, and its Executive Regulations, Dubai Land Department ‘DLD’, hereby notify you to rectify the default within (30) days as of the date of publication of this notice. If you fail to pay the amount due within the specified period, DLD shall take the necessary legal proceeding pursuant to clause No (11) of the aforesaid. NOTICE 31339498_3_3 Developer’s Name: EMAAR DEVELOPMENT PJSC Purchaser’s Name: ANAS LAMARTI The above-mentioned Developer claims that you have defaulted in the payment of installment/ installments of the price for Unit No. Tower 1 – P506 Project EB GRAND BLEU, Dubai. In accordance with Law No. (13) of 2008 as amended, and its Executive Regulations, Dubai Land Department ‘DLD’, hereby notify you to rectify the default within (30) days as of the date of publication of this notice. If you fail to pay the amount due within the specified period, DLD shall take the necessary legal proceeding pursuant to clause No (11) of the aforesaid. NOTICE 31339498_2_2 Jazeerat Alkhanz Technical Estb.: We provide HVAC maintenance and installation. 052-9689611 / 055-8460169. 31339146_1_2 3591478_1_1 FEMALE ACCOUNTANT Required for a Private Company in DMCC Candidate should have extensive knowledge of accounts, Tally ERP software & books of accounts. Email CV to: alshebleybldg.999@ outlook.com 3591576_1_1 We are looking for an Indian Male Muslim Driver and Cook, for a local house family in Dubai, U.A.E. We offer good salary, food, accommodation, visa and insurance. Please call or WhatsApp to: +971-50-6746262. 3591470_1_1 NOTICE Developer’s Name: THE LAGOONS PHASE ONE LLC Purchaser’s Name: ABDOLGHANI HOSSEIN DORSAREH The above-mentioned Developer claims that you have defaulted in the payment of installment/ installments of the price for Unit No. Tower 1 - 309, Project DC CREEK EDGE, Dubai. In accordance with Law No. (13) of 2008 as amended, and its Executive Regulations, Dubai Land Department ‘DLD’, hereby notify you to rectify the default within (30) days as of the date of publication of this notice. If you fail to pay the amount due within the specified period, DLD shall take the necessary legal proceeding pursuant to clause No (11) of the aforesaid. 31339600_3_3 NOTICE Developer’s Name: THE LAGOONS PHASE ONE LLC Purchaser’s Name: AHMED HAMAD M BIN SAEEDAN The above-mentioned Developer claims that you have defaulted in the payment of installment/ installments of the price for Unit No. 615, Project DC PALACE RESIDENCES - Dubai Creek Harbour, Dubai. In accordance with Law No. (13) of 2008 as amended, and its Executive Regulations, Dubai Land Department ‘DLD’, hereby notify you to rectify the default within (30) days as of the date of publication of this notice. If you fail to pay the amount due within the specified period, DLD shall take the necessary legal proceeding pursuant to clause No (11) of the aforesaid. 31339600_4_4 NOTICE Developer’s Name: THE LAGOONS PHASE ONE LLC Purchaser’s Name: SAHAR MOHAMMAD AHMADZADEHSORAKI The above-mentioned Developer claims that you have defaulted in the payment of installment/ installments of the price for Unit No. Tower 1 - 2907, Project DC CREEK EDGE, Dubai. In accordance with Law No. (13) of 2008 as amended, and its Executive Regulations, Dubai Land Department ‘DLD’, hereby notify you to rectify the default within (30) days as of the date of publication of this notice. If you fail to pay the amount due within the specified period, DLD shall take the necessary legal proceeding pursuant to clause No (11) of the aforesaid. 31339600_5_5 Engineering & Technical Driving Logistics BUSINESS Business For Sale Opportunities Set-up JOBS WANTED Managerial & Supervisory JOBS VACANT Domestic Accountancy CLASSIFIEDS Gulf News Monday, May 27, 2024

School Bus Drivers (license no 3, 5 & 6) and Female Bus Attendants, age 25+, required with Dubai exp. for a reputed school in Dubai. Competitive salary and benefits. Call: +971-50-5268005 3591611_1_1 OUTDOOR SALES EXECUTIVE Required for Auto Spare Parts and Lubricant sales Must have minimum 3 years work experience and valid UAE driving license. Email CV to: [email protected] 3591596_1_1 Indian female, with 1 year exp., seeks medical secretarial & office managerial & supervisory job. Call: 050-5683948 / Email: [email protected] ☛ 3591608_1_1 Purchase Professional, with 10 years UAE exp. in procurement, vendor management, cost control, UAE driving licence, seeks job. Call 056-5869732. 3591467_1_1 LIFE SCIENCE Professional Seeking Job! Indian female, Fresher, holding M.Sc. Biotech. Call: 050-2206383 [email protected] 3591602_1_1 PhD / Research / Lab Assistant, M.Sc Physics, Indian Female, with 1.5 years research experience in material science seeks job. Call: 056-4644055. ★ 3591450_1_1 Experienced Indian female, proficient in content writing, market research and digital Marketing, with 5 yrs. of expertise, including in the UAE, seeks placement. Please call: 055-2165587 or email: [email protected] ✿ 3591613_2_3 31339518_1_1 Sales Supervisor, with 18 years UAE experience in FMCG & UAE D/L, seeks immediate job. Call: 050-4619295 / Email: [email protected] ☛ 3591439_1_2 A dynamic female, on husbands' sponsorship, is looking for an opening in admin. / HR / supply chain. Good communication & MS Office skills, foreign educated. Call 055-1954242. ✿ 3591592_1_1 WE BUY All Vehicles For CASH Call Thomas on 050-5657613 31338995_2_8 31339435_1_9 31339433_5_5 Required OUTDOOR SALES EXECUTIVE For the sales of paints related to wood, metal & car refinishes with 0 to 5 years experience in the related field. Must have a valid UAE driving license. Email CV to: [email protected] 3591537_1_1 SALES EXECUTIVE (Male / Female) Urgently Required for a Fuel Trading Company With UAE Sales Experience & valid UAE Driving License Email CV to: Resume@ alphaprimepetroleum.com 3591598_1_1 Salesman cum Purchaser, UAE experienced, urgently required for building materials and sanitary trading shop. Interested candidate call: 050-5484137 / WhatsApp: 058-5484137. 3591591_1_1 Telemarketing Staff, Indian female, computer literate, required for a company. Call / WhatsApp: 052-1258870. 3591438_1_1 Secretary, fully conversant with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel) & will able to send Emails and download Emails. 2-3 years secretarial experience mandatory. Preference for those staying nearby DIP. Looking for candidate who can join immediately. Email CV's to: [email protected] 3591606_1_1 We are seeking a highly organized and proactive FILIPINA ADMIN / ACCOUNTS EXECUTIVE To join our dynamic real estate team in Dubai, UAE. Salary: AED 2,500 to 3,500 per month inclusive of all allowances. * Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Commerce or relevant field. * Candidates with Real Estate experience preferred. Send in your CV to : [email protected] 31339494_1_2 Hydraulic / Diesel Engine Mechanic, with experience in excavators, dozers maintenance. UAE driving license is preferred. Attractive salary package will be provided. Contact: 0505348378 Email: [email protected] 3591477_1_1 MALE CLEANER Urgently Required for a Reputed Company in Dubai With UAE driving license. Nationality: Indian | Age: 30-40 years. Should be based and readily available in Dubai. WhatsApp CV to: +97150-9566017 3591474_1_2 Motor Winding cum Water Pump Technician and Electrical Technician, age 25, required. Call: 055-5204782. ☛ 3591594_1_2 056-7709159 - We provide accounting software, part-time accounting services.We specialize in Focus and Tally. 3591454_1_1 Accountant, Graduate, studied in UAE, ACCA partly qualified (7/13), with 2 years UAE experience, English, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam speaking, seeks job. Contact: 055-7890314 / 055-3226503 3591601_1_1 Accountant, Indian male, B.Com, w/ 5 yrs. exp. (4 yrs. in Oman + 1 yr. in India), is looking for a job. Call: 055-8244301. 3591463_1_1 Accountant, MBA (Finance), with 5 years experience (3 years in UAE), expert in Tally Prime & MS Office, seeks job. Call: 054-3241314. 3591443_1_1 Corporate tax, Accounting services, VAT services, weekly visit, backlog, internal audit, Tally, Sage, Peachtree, Audit by Indian CA. Call: 050-5653615. 31339214_1_2 Singiri Auditing * Part / Full-time Accounting * Corporate Tax Registration & Effect Analysis * Audit (Internal / External) * VAT Related Services * CFO Services * Bank Loan Assistance Call / WhatsApp: 058-932 0411 / 0410 31339453_2_3 Driver, with 3-1/2 years UAE experience, Arabic speaking (basic English), seeks job in UAE. Call: 050-7374627. 3591618_1_1 Driver, with 8 yrs. UAE exp. & D/L, Urdu & English speaking, ✪seeks job. Call 050-8359429. 3591586_1_3 Architect, B.Arch., with relevant UAE experience, seeks suitable job immediately. Contact: 056-9121464 / Email: [email protected] ✪ 3591542_1_1 Artist & Designer, with Bachelor's degree in Arts + 22 UAE yrs. exp., holding a UAE D/L, seeks job. Call: 050-9862239 3591319_1_1 Civil Engineer, with 12 years of exp., DM (G+12), looking for a suitable placement. Contact: 055-7113424 3591389_1_1 FEMALE REGISTERED NURSE (DHA LICENSE HOLDER) Required for a Dental Clinic, near Dubai Post Office, Karama, Zabeel Road. Full-time, Filipino nationality preferred. Candidates with or without experience can apply. Visa will be provided. Contact: 050-4595099 [email protected] 3591595_1_1 A leading trading company urgently looking for skilled: 1) Secretary (Male / Female), with 0-1 year experience; 2) Sales Executive, with 0-2 years experience along with Driving license at Dubai Investment Park-2, Dubai. Candidate with experience in GCC preferred. Please send your CV to: [email protected] 31339395_1_1 Required Paralegal Assistants Ambitious Individuals, with a sponsor visa, to join our Management Consultancy in Dubai. If you're good at computer and proficient in English, and ready to kick-start your career, send your CV to: [email protected] or call 055-6387443 3591585_1_1 Required WATCHMAN With knowledge in plumbing and electrical works, required for a building in Dubai. Must be able to communicate in English. Interested candidates may send their CV's to: [email protected] 3591464_1_1 REQUIRED ANY GRADUATE FOR OUTDOOR PROJECT WORKS With valid UAE driving license and driving experience in UAE. Fluency in spoken English is a must. Salary: AED 3,500 or above depending on the capability of the candidate. WhatsApp: 050-7618464 Email: [email protected] Kindly reply mentioning expected salary. 3591600_2_2 Required for a Consultant Office in Dubai 1. STRUCTURAL DESIGN ENGINEER - DM (G+12 approved) 2. ARCHITECT - Design Development 3. DRAFTSMAN - Architectural / Structural 4. ELECTRICAL ENGINEER - Design 5. ACCOUNTANT - With QuickBooks experience and should be Arabic / English speaking. Adequate and relevant experience is a must for all candidates. Email CV to: consultdxbhr@ gmail.com 3591446_1_1 Project Manager, Civil Engineer, with 22 years UAE experience, seeks suitable placement. Call: 050-4797368 3591447_1_1 Secretarial & Office Medical Miscellaneous Sales & Marketing Secretarial & Office VEHICLES FOR SALE 4WDs Rentals Skilled Labour JOBS WANTED Accountancy Driving Engineering & Technical Medical Miscellaneous Sales & Marketing Managerial & Supervisory CLASSIFIEDS Gulf News Monday, May 27, 2024

ENTERTAINMENT 15 A nora, an explicit and often hilarious story about a New York dancer, won the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday. Director Sean Baker was confirmed as one of the leading voices of American indie cinema with the prize, which also promises to make a star of 25-year-old Mikey Madison. As head of the jury,Barbie director Greta Gerwig praised Anora as an “incredible, human and humane film that captured our hearts”. Baker said: “This literally has been my singular goal for the past 30 years, so I’m not really sure what I’m going to do with the rest of my life.” He appealed to filmmakers to “keep cinema alive”. “The world has to be reminded that watching a film at home while scrolling through your phone and checking emails ... is just not the way — although some tech companies would like us to think so.” SISTERHOOD AWARDED The 77th edition of the festival on the French Riviera saw several highly charged feminist and political movies. Karla Sofia Gascon took the award for her role in the audacious musical, Emilia Perez. The jury shared it between Gascon and her co-stars — Zoe Saldana, Selena Gomez and Adriana Paz — saying they were rewarding the “harmony of sisterhood” — though only Gascon was at the ceremony. A devastating Iranianfilm about a family torn apart by protests,The Seed of the Sacred Fig,was given a special jury prize. Its director,Mohammad Rasoulof, 51, escaped from Iran to avoid a lengthy prison sentence just before the festival. The second-place Grand Prix went to All We Imagine as Light, the first Indian entry in 30 years. Emilia Perez also won the third-place Jury Prize for its French director, Jacques Audiard. Best director went to Portugal’s Miguel Gomes for Grand Tour, an oblique tale about a man abandoning his fiancee and travelling around Asia. The best screenplay went to The Substance, starring Demi Moore. The film is “about women and what women can still experience in the world. We need a revolution, and I don’t think it has really started yet”, director Coralie Fargeat said. — AFP GULFNEWS.COM | MONDAY, MAY 27, 2024 ‘ANORA’WRAPS ITSELF INCANNESGLORY BIG WINNERS Palme d’Or: Sean Baker for Anora. Grand Prix: Payal Kapadia for AllWe Imagine as Light. Best director: Miguel Gomes for Grand Tour. Best actress: Karla Sofia Gascon, Zoe Saldana, Selena Gomez and Adriana Paz for Emilia Perez. Best actor: Jesse Plemons for Kinds of Kindness. Best screenplay: Coralie Fargeat for The Substance. Special Jury Prize: Mohammad Rasoulof for The Seed of the Sacred Fig. Camera d’Or for best first film: Halfdan Ullmann Tondel for Armand. Best short film: Nebojsa Slijepcevic for The Man who Could Not Remain Silent. The world has to be reminded that watching a film at home while scrolling through your phone ... is just not the way — although some tech companies would like us to think so.” SEAN BAKER ★ Director The Substance is about women and what women can still experience in the world.We need a revolution, and I don’t think it has really started yet.” CORALIE FARGEAT ★ Director The second-place Grand Prix goes to ‘All We Imagine as Light’, the first Indian entry in 30 years Divya Prabha, Payal Kapadia, Chhaya Kadam and Kani Kusruti after winning the second-place Grand Prix for All We Imagine as Light. Vache Tovmasyan, Samantha Quan, Sean Baker, Mikey Madison, and Alex Coco after winning the Palme d’Or for Anora. Karla Sofia Gascon. Photos: AFP and Reuters 31339477_5.1