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A family dispute between two brothers escalated to arson, leading one brother to file a lawsuit against the other. The victim, a resident of Bahrain, claims that his brother, a 45-year-old man with a history of drug use, set fire to his car. According to the victim, he was awakened on the day of the incident and informed that his car was on fire. Upon arriving at the garage, he found his car engulfed in flames. The Civil Defense personnel were called and extinguished the blaze. The victim alleged that his brother was responsible for the arson, while the Civil Defense’s report confirmed that the fire was deliberately set. The accused brother admitted to the crime during questioning by the Public Prosecution. The prosecution charged the brother with intentionally setting fire to the victim’s property, endangering lives and property. The accused brother confessed to the crime in court, stating that his brother had broken his motorcycles and that he was being pressured to pay for repairs by the owners. The Public Prosecution argued for the maximum penalty for the accused, citing the evidence presented in the case. The court has scheduled a hearing for July 29 to review the case, […]
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The Misdemeanor Court of Cassation in Kuwait has upheld the decision of a lower court, sentencing Kuwaiti fashionista Fatima Al Momen to three years in prison with hard labour. The verdict also includes suspension of her driving licence for one year, following her involvement in a tragic traffic accident that led to the death of two individuals. The accident occurred on August 24, 2023, at 3:17am at the intersection of Soor Street and King Fahad Bin Abdul Aziz Road. According to the Public Prosecution’s charges, Al Momen was found guilty of several offences leading to the accident, including jumping a red light, speeding beyond the legal limit and driving under the influence of intoxicants. Additionally, the charges included causing an accident that damaged both private and public property, manslaughter, wrongful injury, driving without valid insurance and driving recklessly without a licence at the time of the crash. The court has also referred the civil lawsuit to the appropriate circuit to address claims for damages arising from the incident. The injured victims from the accident are currently receiving ongoing treatment at a local hospital.
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Ferrari is famous for being hyper-aggressive when it comes to its brand image and Intellectual property (IP). Blame it on the Italian marque’s iconic status or its grand success ever since its inception, but Ferrari is one of the most counterfeited brands across the world. Obviously, Ferrari takes the fight against counterfeiting very seriously. The legendary Italian automaker recently released an infographic stating the extent of its efforts to challenge counterfeiters. According to the data, Ferrari tracked, seized, and destroyed more than 400,000 knockoff items. While most of them are fake memorabilia, clothing, perfumes, and even Prancing Horse labels, the automaker announced that it also crushed 3 knock-off cars. Knock-off Ferrari cars are very popular, especially the classic models that are relatively easy to replicate. Ferrari even tried to trademark the iconic 250 GTO’s design, eventually losing a legal battle with a much smaller company named Ares in 2020. Ferrari has not released information on how it managed to track and destroy the three replicas. However, you might remember that the brand launched an “Anti-Counterfeiting Reward” program that rewarded anyone who reported knock-offs. According to the official page, participating in the program will earn you an “official thank you” along with a […]
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Saudia, the kingdom’s flag carrier, has ordered up to 100 electric flying taxis from Germany-based air taxi developer Lilium, marking the largest commitment in the electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) sector by an airline. Lilium said the state-owned airline made a firm order for 50 of its eVTOL aircraft, with an option for an additional 50 later. Saudia expects to receive the first jets in 2026, for which operations will be managed and run by Saudia Private, a unit of the group. “We recognise the critical role that Lilium is positioned to play in enabling us to deliver a sustainable premium aviation experience and transport our guests even closer to their destination,” Ibrahim Al-Omar, director general of the aviation group, said in a statement, adding that the deal is the result of collaborative efforts between the two parties to explore Saudi Arabia’s eVTOL market. “The eVTOL jets are revolutionising guest transportation. Business travellers and exhibition attendees will benefit tremendously from the ease and speed of electric aircraft, allowing them to attend and participate in events seamlessly. The innovative vehicles will also be a game-changer for tourism, sports, and entertainment.” The flag carrier said it will provide strategic support in […]
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Ranked: The Most Reliable Car Brands in the U.S. Reliability is one of the most important aspects to consider when buying a new vehicle, especially as cars become ever more technologically complex. In this graphic, we visualize the results of J.D. Power’s 2024 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study, which ranked automakers by the number of problems per 100 vehicles (PP100). Data and Methodology To come up with this ranking, J.D. Power collected responses from 30,595 original owners of 2021 model-year vehicles after three years of ownership. Their study was fielded from August to November 2023, and covers nine categories of problems: Toyota and its luxury arm, Lexus, as the most reliable car brands in the United States. Compared to the other Japanese duos, Honda and Acura rank a distant 20th and 21st, with 206 and 216 PP100. Meanwhile, Nissan and Infiniti diverge, with the former ranking 16th (199 PP100) and Infiniti at 23rd (219 PP100). The least reliable automaker in this ranking is Chrysler, which was also the only brand to surpass 300 problems per 100 vehicles. It’s worthy to note that for the 2021 model year (basis of this study), Chrysler only offered two models: the Pacifica/Voyager minivan, and the 300 sedan. […]
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Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to auction 350 premium number plates for private vehicles via its 76th Online Auction, featuring three, four and five digits. Numbers on offer carry the codes: Registration opens on Monday, July 22. Bidding starts a 8am on Monday, July 29 and continues for five days only. Dubai number plate sale The sale of these licence plates will be subject to a 5 per cent VAT. To participate, the bidder must have a Traffic Files in Dubai, submit a security cheque of AED5,000 made out to RTA, and pay a non-refundable participation fee of AED120.
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The Ministry of Interior has released the latest statistics on licensed vehicles in Bahrain, revealing that the number of vehicles on the road surpassed 760,000 by June of this year. The statistics also highlight speeding violations as the most common offense during June. While the exact number of violations recorded in June was not specified, the Ministry’s website detailed the percentage of each type of violation. Speeding violations accounted for 28% of all offenses, equal to the percentage of other miscellaneous violations. Other notable violations included running red lights at 24%, failing to wear seatbelts at 3%, illegal parking at 11%, expired registration certificates at 5%, and using mobile phones while driving at 1%. The statistics also revealed that 760,645 licensed vehicles were active on Bahrain’s roads by June. In terms of emergency response, patrol units handled 67% of all cases in June, with 29% related to traffic incidents and 4% related to security matters. Regarding travel through Bahrain’s various entry points, the King Fahd Causeway recorded the highest traffic with 2.88 million passengers, including 1.43 million arrivals and 1.45 million departures. Bahrain International Airport saw a total of 486,498 passengers, with 213,032 arriving and 273,466 departing. Seaports saw 1,912 […]
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Dubai Police have added the Geely Tugella car model to their vehicles used for traffic management. A handover event was attended by Brigadier General Juma Salem bin Suwaidan, Deputy Director of the General Department of Traffic, and Mohamad Hussami, General Manager of Operations at AGMC GEELY. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Geely UAE (@geely.uae) The specially modified Geely Tugella vehicles have been painted in Dubai Police’s green and white colours. They will be deployed in tourist areas and key locations across Dubai. The cars will be used to regulate traffic flow and increase the police presence. New Dubai Police Geely cars Geely has established itself in the UAE through new car launches, showrooms and a spare parts centre. It plans to open more flagship stores. These initiatives “highlight Geely’s dedication to providing a comprehensive and seamless customer experience for its growing clientele in the country,” a company statement said. Dr Andreas Schaaf, CEO of Geely Group Brands said: “We are honoured to see the formidable Geely Tugella SUV become a part of Dubai Police’s esteemed fleet. This addition only serves to highlight Geely’s constant push towards product development, besides constant customisation in line with specific market […]
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Dubai Police have impounded 640 bicycles, e-bikes, and e-scooters after riders violated traffic laws and regulations. Broken rules include reckless riding, failure to wear a helmet and biking on forbidden roads. The violations carry fines of up to $82. This reckless behaviour put the riders and other individuals on the roads at significant risk of harm. The Force emphasised the critical importance of strictly adhering to all traffic laws and safety guidelines for cyclists and electric scooter users. They stressed the need for these riders to use only designated areas, away from regular roads, streets, and vehicle lanes. The bicycles and scooters were impounded as part of a traffic campaign launched by the Dubai Police at the start of the month. The campaign aims to enhance awareness about the critical importance of cyclists and electric scooter riders strictly complying with the applicable laws, guidelines, and instructions to safeguard the safety of the riders and all other individuals using the roads. Major General Abdullah Ali Al Ghaithi, Assistant Commandant for Operations Affairs, explained that the bicycles and scooters were impounded after riders committed numerous dangerous violations. He indicated that these violations included: #News | Dubai Police impound 640 Bicycles and e-Scooters for […]
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