Watch the 1987 film Empire of the Sun as part of Alserkal Avenue and Cinema Akil's summer screening series, Here Comes the Sun. The Steven Spielberg film is an adaptation of J G Ballard's semi-autobiographical novel about his childhood in China. Jim (Christian Bale) lives in the British quarter of Shanghai during the Second World War and is inadvertently left behind by his parents after the Japanese invasion and becomes a prisoner of war. The drama also stars John Malkovich, Miranda Richardson and Nigel Havers. 7pm, free entry, A4 Space, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai, www.cinemaakil.com
Head to Yas Waterworld and experience Legendary Adventures, the new culturally inspired attractions and activities as part of the waterpark's Legend of the Lost Pearl tale, which celebrates Emirati culture and pearl-diving heritage. Meet Hamlool the camel, visit a traditional Bedouin tent and a souq area where you can enjoy dates and Arabian coffee. 10am to 5pm, from Dh240, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, 02 414 2000, www.yaswaterworld.com
Register the children to take part in the Mosaic Art workshop at Maraya Art Centre. They will learn about the materials used in ancient and Byzantine mosaics and create a modern interpretation of classical mosaic design. Students will choose a theme such as animals or nature for their creation. August 23, 4pm, Dh30, Maraya Art Centre, Sharjah, register at 06 556 6555, rsvp@maraya.ae
Sign up the kids for creative activities at the KidZania Zummer Camp 2015, where they can learn and explore new skills, enjoy their favourite hobbies and have fun with new friends at activities such as Urbano'z Circus Camp acting academy and Bee Bop'z Rhythm & Beats music lounge. Runs until September 3, from 10am to 4pm, from Dh750 per week, level 2, KidZania Airport Counter, The Dubai Mall, 04 448 5222, www.kidzania.ae
End the week on a funny note with The Laughter Factory, featuring this month's line-up of comedians – Peter White, Slim and Steve Harris. 9pm, from Dh140, ages 21+ only, Melrose Ballroom, Mövenpick, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai, www.platinumlist.net
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Ballon d’Or shortlists
Men
Sadio Mane (Senegal/Liverpool), Sergio Aguero (Aregentina/Manchester City), Frenkie de Jong (Netherlans/Barcelona), Hugo Lloris (France/Tottenham), Dusan Tadic (Serbia/Ajax), Kylian Mbappe (France/PSG), Trent Alexander-Arnold (England/Liverpool), Donny van de Beek (Netherlands/Ajax), Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Gabon/Arsenal), Marc-Andre ter Stegen (Germany/Barcelona), Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal/Juventus), Alisson (Brazil/Liverpool), Matthijs de Ligt (Netherlands/Juventus), Karim Benzema (France/Real Madrid), Georginio Wijnaldum (Netherlands/Liverpool), Virgil van Dijk (Netherlands/Liverpool), Bernardo Silva (Portugal/Manchester City), Son Heung-min (South Korea/Tottenham), Robert Lewandowski (Poland/Bayern Munich), Roberto Firmino (Brazil/Liverpool), Lionel Messi (Argentina/Barcelona), Riyad Mahrez (Algeria/Manchester City), Kevin De Bruyne (Belgium/Manchester City), Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal/Napoli), Antoine Griezmann (France/Barcelona), Mohamed Salah (Egypt/Liverpool), Eden Hazard (BEL/Real Madrid), Marquinhos (Brazil/Paris-SG), Raheem Sterling (Eengland/Manchester City), Joao Félix(Portugal/Atletico Madrid)
Women
Sam Kerr (Austria/Chelsea), Ellen White (England/Manchester City), Nilla Fischer (Sweden/Linkopings), Amandine Henry (France/Lyon), Lucy Bronze(England/Lyon), Alex Morgan (USA/Orlando Pride), Vivianne Miedema (Netherlands/Arsenal), Dzsenifer Marozsan (Germany/Lyon), Pernille Harder (Denmark/Wolfsburg), Sarah Bouhaddi (France/Lyon), Megan Rapinoe (USA/Reign FC), Lieke Martens (Netherlands/Barcelona), Sari van Veenendal (Netherlands/Atletico Madrid), Wendie Renard (France/Lyon), Rose Lavelle(USA/Washington Spirit), Marta (Brazil/Orlando Pride), Ada Hegerberg (Norway/Lyon), Kosovare Asllani (Sweden/CD Tacon), Sofia Jakobsson (Sweden/CD Tacon), Tobin Heath (USA/Portland Thorns)
Warlight,
Michael Ondaatje, Knopf
Killing of Qassem Suleimani
Water waste
In the UAE’s arid climate, small shrubs, bushes and flower beds usually require about six litres of water per square metre, daily. That increases to 12 litres per square metre a day for small trees, and 300 litres for palm trees.
Horticulturists suggest the best time for watering is before 8am or after 6pm, when water won't be dried up by the sun.
A global report published by the Water Resources Institute in August, ranked the UAE 10th out of 164 nations where water supplies are most stretched.
The Emirates is the world’s third largest per capita water consumer after the US and Canada.
The specs
Engine: 2-litre or 3-litre 4Motion all-wheel-drive Power: 250Nm (2-litre); 340 (3-litre) Torque: 450Nm Transmission: 8-speed automatic Starting price: From Dh212,000 On sale: Now
German intelligence warnings
- 2002: "Hezbollah supporters feared becoming a target of security services because of the effects of [9/11] ... discussions on Hezbollah policy moved from mosques into smaller circles in private homes." Supporters in Germany: 800
- 2013: "Financial and logistical support from Germany for Hezbollah in Lebanon supports the armed struggle against Israel ... Hezbollah supporters in Germany hold back from actions that would gain publicity." Supporters in Germany: 950
- 2023: "It must be reckoned with that Hezbollah will continue to plan terrorist actions outside the Middle East against Israel or Israeli interests." Supporters in Germany: 1,250
Source: Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution
Muslim Council of Elders condemns terrorism on religious sites
The Muslim Council of Elders has strongly condemned the criminal attacks on religious sites in Britain.
It firmly rejected “acts of terrorism, which constitute a flagrant violation of the sanctity of houses of worship”.
“Attacking places of worship is a form of terrorism and extremism that threatens peace and stability within societies,” it said.
The council also warned against the rise of hate speech, racism, extremism and Islamophobia. It urged the international community to join efforts to promote tolerance and peaceful coexistence.
