Abu Dhabi gas explosion, Saudi Arabia Covid testing, Adele, the Oscars - Trending



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On today's episode, a gas explosion in Abu Dhabi caused no casualties, Saudi Arabia has new Covid-19 testing procedures, and Adele wins three Brit Awards for her latest album.

In India, the Karnataka government has ordered the closure of all educational institutions after protests over hijab bans, and The Power of the Dog topped the list of nominees for the 94th Academy Awards, with 12 nods.

Skewed figures

In the village of Mevagissey in southwest England the housing stock has doubled in the last century while the number of residents is half the historic high. The village's Neighbourhood Development Plan states that 26% of homes are holiday retreats. Prices are high, averaging around £300,000, £50,000 more than the Cornish average of £250,000. The local average wage is £15,458. 

COMPANY PROFILE
Name: Airev
Started: September 2023
Founder: Muhammad Khalid
Based: Abu Dhabi
Sector: Generative AI
Initial investment: Undisclosed
Investment stage: Series A
Investors: Core42
Current number of staff: 47
 
Banned items
Dubai Police has also issued a list of banned items at the ground on Sunday. These include:
  • Drones
  • Animals
  • Fireworks/ flares
  • Radios or power banks
  • Laser pointers
  • Glass
  • Selfie sticks/ umbrellas
  • Sharp objects
  • Political flags or banners
  • Bikes, skateboards or scooters
Updated: February 09, 2022, 6:41 AM

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