Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for May 18, 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.
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Abu Dhabi
Art workshop
Take part in Do Art, Do It Now!, an interactive evening during which visitors can engage with Ramin Haerizadeh, Rokni Haerizadeh and Hesam Rahmanian, the three artists commissioned to create the installation Another Happy Day (pictured) for the current Guggenheim Abu Dhabi exhibition The Creative Act: Performance, Process, Presence. The event presents a series of performances that draw on poetry, music and theatre, in an evening that celebrates creativity and the value of fun, humour and participation.
Tonight, 6pm, auditorium, Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, to register call 02 657 5800 or email manaratalsaadiyat@tcaabudhabi.ae
Abu Dhabi
Comedy show
Have some fun with the Yalla Laughs crew, featuring top local and regional comedians including headliner Simeon Goodson, and Jon Boulton, Colin Armstrong, Rushdi Rafeek and MC Erik Thornquist (pictured).
Tonight, 8pm, free entry, ages 21+, Appaloosa, Marriott Hotel Al Forsan, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, www.yallalaughs.com
Abu Dhabi
Performance
Abu Dhabi Choral Group present 9 to 5: The Musical, a play based on the 1980 movie that starred Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin. The story, set in the 1970s, is about friendship among coworkers, who take revenge on their sexist, egotistical boss. The empowering theme is suitable for all ages, and features songs, laughs and 1970s fashion.
Tonight and tomorrow, 7.30pm, from Dh100, Abu Dhabi Folklore Theatre, www.platinumlist.net
Abu Dhabi
Art exhibition
Two Souls One Homeland by Ukrainian artists Grygori Sokyrynskyi and Igor Shipilin presents landscapes that depict the artists' homes, focusing on the simple aspects that are important to one's heart: water, trees, roads, mountains, houses and vineyards. Pictured: Gurzuf 1951 by Grygori Sokyrynskyi
Daily until May 24, 10am-10pm, Saturdays to Thursdays (closed Fridays), N2N Gallery, first floor, Nation Towers Galleria, Corniche, Abu Dhabi, 055 283 2642, www.n2nartgallery.com
Abu Dhabi
Car show
Visit the Classic Car Show at Marina Mall, hosted by the UAE Classic Cars Club, to see more than 40 vintage cars exhibited in the indoor and outdoor areas of the mall.
Daily until Monday, Marina Mall, Breakwater, Abu Dhabi, 800 6623, www.marinamall.ae
Abu Dhabi & Dubai
Film festival
Get tickets for the FrancOfilm Festival, which celebrates French-language cinema with a series of movie screenings, featuring a selection of films from France, Luxembourg, Senegal, Belgium and Switzerland. The films are in French with English subtitles. Pictured: the 2017 movie Cessez-le-feu (Ceasefire), directed by Emmanuel Courcol, which kicks off the festival with its Middle East premiere tonight.
Daily until Saturday, 9pm tonight; 2pm and 6pm on Friday; 2pm, 4pm and 7pm on Saturday, Dh25, Vox Cinemas, Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi; Mall of the Emirates, Dubai, www.voxcinemas.com
Dubai
Pop-up market
Attend the Boom & Mellow Giving Back Pop Up and shop for top regional, socially responsible brands in celebration of the UAE’s Year of Giving. Find kaftans, personalised dolls, fair trade T-shirts, handcrafted jewellery, children’s clothing and more. The event kicks off today with the opportunity to meet the designers from 11am to 3pm.
Daily until Monday, 11am to 10pm, Boom & Mellow, Town Centre, Jumeirah Road, Dubai, www.facebook.com/boomandmellow
Dubai
Concert
See a performance by the South Asian a cappella group Penn Masala. The US-based band perform mash-ups of popular Hindi and English songs, including Agar Tum Saath Ho/Treat You Better; Without You/Teri Jhuki Nazar; Viva La Vida/Jashn-e-Bahara and Fix You/Ishq Bina.
Tonight, 8pm, from Dh200, Centrepoint Theatre, Ductac, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai, ductac.etixdubai.com
Dubai
Fitness talk
Register to attend the second event in the Flow Talk Series hosted by CrossFit coach Abeer Al Khaja (pictured), who will discuss the best ways to stay fit and healthy during Ramadan, including how to balance training with fasting, top tips and recommended food plans for the Holy Month.
Saturday, 11am, free, Flow, Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai, www.flowdubai.com/talkseries
Dubai
Kids’ camps
Register your children for the Ramadan Clubs presented by Gulf Star. Choose from karate, football, dance, gymnastics, cheerleading and more. The after-school classes are offered during the Holy Month at locations across Dubai. The ones held at Kids HQ include 30 minutes of free soft play.
During Ramadan, various timings from 2.15pm to 4.15pm, from Dh320, Kids HQ, Umm Suqeim Street; Clarion School, Al Quoz; Allstar Sport, Dubai. To register, call 050 429 4860 or email info@gulfstarsports.com
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Score
Third Test, Day 2
New Zealand 274
Pakistan 139-3 (61 ov)
Pakistan trail by 135 runs with 7 wickets remaining in the innings
The biog
Prefers vegetables and fish to meat and would choose salad over pizza
Walks daily as part of regular exercise routine
France is her favourite country to visit
Has written books and manuals on women’s education, first aid and health for the family
Family: Husband, three sons and a daughter
Fathiya Nadhari's instructions to her children was to give back to the country
The children worked as young volunteers in social, education and health campaigns
Her motto is to never stop working for the country
How to wear a kandura
Dos
- Wear the right fabric for the right season and occasion
- Always ask for the dress code if you don’t know
- Wear a white kandura, white ghutra / shemagh (headwear) and black shoes for work
- Wear 100 per cent cotton under the kandura as most fabrics are polyester
Don’ts
- Wear hamdania for work, always wear a ghutra and agal
- Buy a kandura only based on how it feels; ask questions about the fabric and understand what you are buying
Virtuzone GCC Sixes
Date and venue Friday and Saturday, ICC Academy, Dubai Sports City
Time Matches start at 9am
Groups
A Blighty Ducks, Darjeeling Colts, Darjeeling Social, Dubai Wombats; B Darjeeling Veterans, Kuwait Casuals, Loose Cannons, Savannah Lions; C Awali Taverners, Darjeeling, Dromedary, Darjeeling Good Eggs
What the law says
Micro-retirement is not a recognised concept or employment status under Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 on the Regulation of Labour Relations (as amended) (UAE Labour Law). As such, it reflects a voluntary work-life balance practice, rather than a recognised legal employment category, according to Dilini Loku, senior associate for law firm Gateley Middle East.
“Some companies may offer formal sabbatical policies or career break programmes; however, beyond such arrangements, there is no automatic right or statutory entitlement to extended breaks,” she explains.
“Any leave taken beyond statutory entitlements, such as annual leave, is typically regarded as unpaid leave in accordance with Article 33 of the UAE Labour Law. While employees may legally take unpaid leave, such requests are subject to the employer’s discretion and require approval.”
If an employee resigns to pursue micro-retirement, the employment contract is terminated, and the employer is under no legal obligation to rehire the employee in the future unless specific contractual agreements are in place (such as return-to-work arrangements), which are generally uncommon, Ms Loku adds.
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WWE Super ShowDown results
Seth Rollins beat Baron Corbin to retain his WWE Universal title
Finn Balor defeated Andrade to stay WWE Intercontinental Championship
Shane McMahon defeated Roman Reigns
Lars Sullivan won by disqualification against Lucha House Party
Randy Orton beats Triple H
Braun Strowman beats Bobby Lashley
Kofi Kingston wins against Dolph Zigggler to retain the WWE World Heavyweight Championship
Mansoor Al Shehail won the 50-man Battle Royal
The Undertaker beat Goldberg
England Test squad
Ben Stokes (captain), Joe Root, James Anderson, Jonny Bairstow, Stuart Broad, Harry Brook, Zak Crawley, Ben Foakes, Jack Leach, Alex Lees, Craig Overton, Ollie Pope, Matthew Potts
UAE currency: the story behind the money in your pockets
Scores
Rajasthan Royals 160-8 (20 ov)
Kolkata Knight Riders 163-3 (18.5 ov)
Notable Yas events in 2017/18
October 13-14 KartZone (complimentary trials)
December 14-16 The Gulf 12 Hours Endurance race
March 5 Yas Marina Circuit Karting Enduro event
March 8-9 UAE Rotax Max Challenge
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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.
The National's picks
4.35pm: Tilal Al Khalediah
5.10pm: Continous
5.45pm: Raging Torrent
6.20pm: West Acre
7pm: Flood Zone
7.40pm: Straight No Chaser
8.15pm: Romantic Warrior
8.50pm: Calandogan
9.30pm: Forever Young
The specs
Engine: 2.0-litre 4-cyl turbo
Power: 201hp at 5,200rpm
Torque: 320Nm at 1,750-4,000rpm
Transmission: 6-speed auto
Fuel consumption: 8.7L/100km
Price: Dh133,900
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RESULTS
2.30pm Jaguar I-Pace – Conditions (PA) Dh80,000 (Dirt)
1,600m
Winner Namrood, Antonio Fresu (jockey), Musabah Al Muhairi
(trainer)
3.05pm Land Rover Defender – Maiden (TB) Dh82,500 (D)
1,400m
Winner Shadzadi, Tadhg O’Shea, Bhupat Seemar
3.40pm Jaguar F-Type – Maiden (TB) Dh82,500 (Turf) 1,600m
Winner Tahdeed, Fernando Jara, Nicholas Bachalard
4.15pm New Range Rover – Handicap (TB) Dh87,500 (D) 1,400m
Winner Shanty Star, Richard Mullen, Rashed Bouresly
4.50pm Land Rover – Handicap (TB) Dh95,000 (T) 2,400m
Winner Autumn Pride, Bernardo Pinheiro, Helal Al Alawi
5.25pm Al Tayer Motor – Handicap (TB) Dh95,000 T) 1,000m
Winner Dahawi, Antonio Fresu, Musabah Al Muhairi
6pm Jaguar F-Pace SVR – Handicap (TB) Dh87,500 (D) 1,600m
Winner Scabbard, Sam Hitchcock, Doug Watson
WISH
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Our legal consultants
Name: Hassan Mohsen Elhais
Position: legal consultant with Al Rowaad Advocates and Legal Consultants.
Groom and Two Brides
Director: Elie Semaan
Starring: Abdullah Boushehri, Laila Abdallah, Lulwa Almulla
Rating: 3/5
Simran
Director Hansal Mehta
Stars: Kangana Ranaut, Soham Shah, Esha Tiwari Pandey
Three stars
West Indies v India - Third ODI
India 251-4 (50 overs)
Dhoni (78*), Rahane (72), Jadhav (40)
Cummins (2-56), Bishoo (1-38)
West Indies 158 (38.1 overs)
Mohammed (40), Powell (30), Hope (24)
Ashwin (3-28), Yadav (3-41), Pandya (2-32)
India won by 93 runs
