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10 things to do today: See the new Pirates of the Caribbean movie, visit Yas Waterworld and more


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Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for May 26, 2017, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. Ellen Fortini rounds up 10 things to do today in the UAE.

Want to see your event listed here? Email us with the details and contact information at listings@thenational.ae

Nationwide

New movie

Pirates of the Caribbean: Salazar's Revenge is the fifth instalment of the Pirates of the Caribbean film series and stars Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow, who forges a new alliance as he searches for the Trident of Poseidon to gain control over the seas. It's the only way he can save himself when his old nemesis Captain Salazar (Javier Bardem) and a band of ghost pirates escape from the Devil's Triangle determined to kill him. Action adventure, also starring Geoffrey Rush, Kaya Scodelario, Keira Knightley, Orlando Bloom and Paul McCartney.

Screening at cinemas across the UAE (PG-15)

Abu Dhabi

Family fun

Make plans to visit Yas Waterworld this Ramadan to enjoy more than 40 rides, slides and attractions with your friends and family at discounted rates for UAE residents when booked online.

Daily throughout Ramadan, 10am to 6pm, from Dh125 for adults on weekdays, Dh250 on weekends; Dh95 for children, Yas Waterworld, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, 02 496 8008, www.yaswaterworld.com

Abu Dhabi

Spa offer

Treat yourself to the Summer Triple Treat promotion at the Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, where you can chill in the pool, take a swim or try 30 minutes of kayaking in the lagoon, and enjoy an invigorating express massage at the spa.

Weekdays until August 31, from Dh222, Health Club & Resort, Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, Corniche, Abu Dhabi, booking essential at 02 677 3333, sheraton.resort@sheraton.com

Nationwide

Men’s grooming

Men can now take advantage of the GlamBox subscription service with the launch of GlamBox for Him, which is delivered quarterly and features high-quality grooming supplies. The limited-edition launch box includes products from The Man Company, such as almond and thyme beard oil and charcoal soap bar.

Available now, from Dh99 per box, www.glambox.me

Abu Dhabi

Pet adoption

Visit Cloud 9 for the pet adoption day presented by Sandy Paws to meet a variety of cats, kittens, dogs and puppies looking for homes. You may just find your new furry best friend.

Today, noon to 4pm, Cloud 9 Pet Hotel and Care, Street 23, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, www.facebook.com/sandypawsuae

Dubai

Kids’ camp

Register your children ages 6 to 12 for the ICC Academy Junior Summer Camp, where they can enjoy eight weeks of cricket coaching, games and cricket-skill development in a world-class, fully air-conditioned indoor centre. The camps are run by a professional coaching staff and offer fun, improvement and challenges for boys and girls. Children can bring along a friend for free on Thursdays during weeks 3 and 4.

July 2 to July 27, 9am to noon, Sundays to Thursdays, Dh700, for cricket coaching and matches; July 30 to August 22, 9am to noon, Sundays to Tuesdays, Dh350 for three-day cricket coaching and matches, ICC Academy, Dubai Sports City, Dubai, 04 448 1355, info@iccacademy.net

Dubai

Art exhibition

See Abstract Calligraphy, in which Canadian artist Hamza Abdulbasit presents works that represent his love for bold abstracts with Arabic and Urdu scripts, featuring one character at a time, imposed on bold backgrounds in colours that reflect the cultures and people of these languages. Pictured: Dubai

Daily until June 30, 10am to 10pm, Z Gallery, first floor, Four Points by Sheraton, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, 04 323 0333, www.fourpointssheikhzayedroad.com

Nationwide

Language lessons

Take advantage of the Ramadan language-lesson offers at Eton Institute, including the free Arabic LiveOnline course and get six hours of instruction via the virtual classroom.

June 3, 10 and 17 for the Arabic LiveOnline class; 10am to noon, free on a first-come, first-served basis, register by June 1 at 3pm, www.etoninstitute.com

Dubai

Cultural exhibition

See Traditions Renewed, an exhibition of 18 traditional Emirati thobes from the private collection of Reem El Mutwalli, author of Sultani: Traditions Renewed, which focuses on the change of women's traditional dress during the reign of Sheikh Zayed, Founding President of the UAE. The gowns displayed, worth Dh5.5million, show artistic traditions and regional style influences, and feature hand-embroidered verses inspired by the poems of Sheikh Zayed.

Daily until June 22, 10am to 10pm, Sundays to Wednesdays; 10am to midnight, Thursdays to Saturdays, Robinsons, Festival City Mall, Dubai, www.sultanibook.com

Dubai

Alternative iftar

Plan to visit Nadi Al Quoz at Alserkal Avenue for Nadi Nights with Good Vibes Market for a casual dining experience with a new selection of vendors every week. First up is Huguette and Guy, featuring French sweet and savoury crepes, as well as Hookeddxb, with baos and Asian-inspired sandwiches, which will be served at sunset daily.

From first night of Ramadan to Wednesday, from sunset, free admission with mains ranging from Dh30 to Dh45, Nadi Al Quoz, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai, www.alserkalavenue.ae

UAE currency: the story behind the money in your pockets
Avatar: Fire and Ash

Director: James Cameron

Starring: Sam Worthington, Sigourney Weaver, Zoe Saldana

Rating: 4.5/5

What vitamins do we know are beneficial for living in the UAE

Vitamin D: Highly relevant in the UAE due to limited sun exposure; supports bone health, immunity and mood.Vitamin B12: Important for nerve health and energy production, especially for vegetarians, vegans and individuals with absorption issues.Iron: Useful only when deficiency or anaemia is confirmed; helps reduce fatigue and support immunity.Omega-3 (EPA/DHA): Supports heart health and reduces inflammation, especially for those who consume little fish.

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It Was Just an Accident

Director: Jafar Panahi

Stars: Vahid Mobasseri, Mariam Afshari, Ebrahim Azizi, Hadis Pakbaten, Majid Panahi, Mohamad Ali Elyasmehr

Rating: 4/5

Director: Romany Saad
Starring: Mirfat Amin, Boumi Fouad and Tariq Al Ibyari

The specs
  • Engine: 3.9-litre twin-turbo V8
  • Power: 640hp
  • Torque: 760nm
  • On sale: 2026
  • Price: Not announced yet
The years Ramadan fell in May

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Porsche Taycan Turbo specs

Engine: Two permanent-magnet synchronous AC motors

Transmission: two-speed

Power: 671hp

Torque: 1050Nm

Range: 450km

Price: Dh601,800

On sale: now

The White Lotus: Season three

Creator: Mike White

Starring: Walton Goggins, Jason Isaacs, Natasha Rothwell

Rating: 4.5/5

The five pillars of Islam
Tips for job-seekers
  • Do not submit your application through the Easy Apply button on LinkedIn. Employers receive between 600 and 800 replies for each job advert on the platform. If you are the right fit for a job, connect to a relevant person in the company on LinkedIn and send them a direct message.
  • Make sure you are an exact fit for the job advertised. If you are an HR manager with five years’ experience in retail and the job requires a similar candidate with five years’ experience in consumer, you should apply. But if you have no experience in HR, do not apply for the job.

David Mackenzie, founder of recruitment agency Mackenzie Jones Middle East

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MATCH INFO

Uefa Champions League semi-final, first leg
Bayern Munich v Real Madrid

When: April 25, 10.45pm kick-off (UAE)
Where: Allianz Arena, Munich
Live: BeIN Sports HD
Second leg: May 1, Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid

Profile

Co-founders of the company: Vilhelm Hedberg and Ravi Bhusari

Launch year: In 2016 ekar launched and signed an agreement with Etihad Airways in Abu Dhabi. In January 2017 ekar launched in Dubai in a partnership with the RTA.

Number of employees: Over 50

Financing stage: Series B currently being finalised

Investors: Series A - Audacia Capital 

Sector of operation: Transport

THE SPECS

Touareg Highline

Engine: 3.0-litre, V6

Transmission: 8-speed automatic

Power: 340hp

Torque: 450Nm

Price: Dh239,312

Henrik Stenson's finishes at Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship:

2006 - 2
2007 - 8
2008 - 2
2009 - MC
2010 - 21
2011 - 42
2012 - MC
2013 - 23
2014 - MC
2015 - MC
2016 - 3
2017 - 8

Ferrari 12Cilindri specs

Engine: naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12

Power: 819hp

Torque: 678Nm at 7,250rpm

Price: From Dh1,700,000

Available: Now

The Voice of Hind Rajab

Starring: Saja Kilani, Clara Khoury, Motaz Malhees

Director: Kaouther Ben Hania

Rating: 4/5

The President's Cake

Director: Hasan Hadi

Starring: Baneen Ahmad Nayyef, Waheed Thabet Khreibat, Sajad Mohamad Qasem 

Rating: 4/5

ESSENTIALS

The flights

Emirates flies from Dubai to Phnom Penh via Yangon from Dh2,700 return including taxes. Cambodia Bayon Airlines and Cambodia Angkor Air offer return flights from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap from Dh250 return including taxes. The flight takes about 45 minutes.

The hotels

Rooms at the Raffles Le Royal in Phnom Penh cost from $225 (Dh826) per night including taxes. Rooms at the Grand Hotel d'Angkor cost from $261 (Dh960) per night including taxes.

The tours

A cyclo architecture tour of Phnom Penh costs from $20 (Dh75) per person for about three hours, with Khmer Architecture Tours. Tailor-made tours of all of Cambodia, or sites like Angkor alone, can be arranged by About Asia Travel. Emirates Holidays also offers packages. 

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Key facilities
  • Olympic-size swimming pool with a split bulkhead for multi-use configurations, including water polo and 50m/25m training lanes
  • Premier League-standard football pitch
  • 400m Olympic running track
  • NBA-spec basketball court with auditorium
  • 600-seat auditorium
  • Spaces for historical and cultural exploration
  • An elevated football field that doubles as a helipad
  • Specialist robotics and science laboratories
  • AR and VR-enabled learning centres
  • Disruption Lab and Research Centre for developing entrepreneurial skills
Classification of skills

A worker is categorised as skilled by the MOHRE based on nine levels given in the International Standard Classification of Occupations (ISCO) issued by the International Labour Organisation. 

A skilled worker would be someone at a professional level (levels 1 – 5) which includes managers, professionals, technicians and associate professionals, clerical support workers, and service and sales workers.

The worker must also have an attested educational certificate higher than secondary or an equivalent certification, and earn a monthly salary of at least Dh4,000.