Check out the facilities at the newly opened Yas Ladies at Vogue Fitness, the first women-only CrossFit box in Abu Dhabi. The indoor classes are run by women for women and feature CrossFit, Pilates, metcon, yoga and more. Open 6am to 9pm, Yas Ladies, Vogue Fitness, above Stars 'N' Bars, Yas Marina, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, 02 583 2380, www.vfuae.com/yasladies
Sign up to take part in the Hatha Yoga class, where you can calm and rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit. The programme focuses on teaching how to breathe in coordination with body movement, and is available for all levels and ages. Mondays and Wednesdays, 6.30pm to 7.30pm, from Dh600 for a package of 12 classes, Miracles Wellness, 306 Icon Tower, Tecom, Dubai, www.miraclesworldwide.com
Get tickets now for Groove on the Grass and experience the fifth season of the electronic-music series, featuring Simin Mobile Disco, Max Cooper, Josh Wink, Radio Slave, Clockwork & Avatism and The Element, along with art, fashion and food offerings. September 23, 5pm to 3am, from Dh180, Emirates Golf Club, Dubai, www.grooveonthegrass.com
Register to take part in the Fall Dubomedy Arts School term, with seven weeks of classes in improv and stand-up for adults and teens, including story-telling, joke-telling and public-speaking skills and techniques, each ending with a final performance on November 19. Starts October 8, various timings and prices, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai, lol@dubomedy.com
Visit Art Souq, the annual exhibition of affordable contemporary artwork, traditional handmade arts and crafts, and live music. Open 10am to 10pm, Etihad Modern Art Gallery, Al Bateen, Street 4, Abu Dhabi, 02 667 1229, www.etihadmodernart.com
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Points to remember
- Debate the issue, don't attack the person
- Build the relationship and dialogue by seeking to find common ground
- Express passion for the issue but be aware of when you're losing control or when there's anger. If there is, pause and take some time out.
- Listen actively without interrupting
- Avoid assumptions, seek understanding, ask questions
The specs
Engine: 4.0-litre V8 twin-turbocharged and three electric motors
Power: Combined output 920hp
Torque: 730Nm at 4,000-7,000rpm
Transmission: 8-speed dual-clutch automatic
Fuel consumption: 11.2L/100km
On sale: Now, deliveries expected later in 2025
Price: expected to start at Dh1,432,000
UAE currency: the story behind the money in your pockets
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the pledge
I pledge to uphold the duty of tolerance
I pledge to take a first stand against hate and injustice
I pledge to respect and accept people whose abilities, beliefs and culture are different from my own
I pledge to wish for others what I wish for myself
I pledge to live in harmony with my community
I pledge to always be open to dialogue and forgiveness
I pledge to do my part to create peace for all
I pledge to exercise benevolence and choose kindness in all my dealings with my community
I pledge to always stand up for these values: Zayed's values for tolerance and human fraternity
EA Sports FC 25
Developer: EA Vancouver, EA Romania
Publisher: EA Sports
Consoles: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4&5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S
Rating: 3.5/5
