Try the new Japengo Club and discover a menu that reflects the flavours and produce of Japan but draws on a range of Asian influences for a varied culinary experience, including a teppanyaki grill, yakitori, nasi goreng and a selection of mocktails, such as the watermelon and basil soda pop. Open from 10am to midnight, first floor, The Dubai Mall, reservations 04 434 1431
Visit the Al Ain Zoo and see the new family of lemurs, the first of their kind at the zoo. Native to Madagascar, these intelligent, playful and inquisitive primates are sure to be a hit with the whole family. Al Ain Zoo, from 6pm until midnight, 03 799 2000, www.alainzoo.ae
Hop aboard Capt Tony's cruises for a trip around Abu Dhabi's islands to see mangroves, heritage buildings, gazelles and even some dolphins. With two paying adults, one child 12 years or younger can cruise free. Capt Tony's, Yas Marina, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, 02 650 7175, info@captaintonys.ae
Enjoy an Eid brunch at City Seasons, featuring sumptuous spreads and fun-filled activities for children. Relish international delicacies, hot and cold dishes, roast meats and desserts. From noon until 3.30pm, from Dh99 for adults, Dh49 for ages 6-12 and free for children under age 6, corner of 6th and 7th streets, Abu Dhabi, reservations at 02 417 6500, www.cityseasonshotels.com
Boost your motivation to achieve your fitness goals with a free boot camp from Fit Republik, which is set to open its facility in Dubai Sports City in October. Open to everyone ages 8 and above. From 11.30am for children and adults, 6pm for adults only, Soccer Dome, Dubai Sports City, book your spot at 052 742 4555, www.fitrepublik.ae
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UAE currency: the story behind the money in your pockets
Indoor cricket World Cup:
Insportz, Dubai, September 16-23
UAE fixtures:
Men
Saturday, September 16 – 1.45pm, v New Zealand
Sunday, September 17 – 10.30am, v Australia; 3.45pm, v South Africa
Monday, September 18 – 2pm, v England; 7.15pm, v India
Tuesday, September 19 – 12.15pm, v Singapore; 5.30pm, v Sri Lanka
Thursday, September 21 – 2pm v Malaysia
Friday, September 22 – 3.30pm, semi-final
Saturday, September 23 – 3pm, grand final
Women
Saturday, September 16 – 5.15pm, v Australia
Sunday, September 17 – 2pm, v South Africa; 7.15pm, v New Zealand
Monday, September 18 – 5.30pm, v England
Tuesday, September 19 – 10.30am, v New Zealand; 3.45pm, v South Africa
Thursday, September 21 – 12.15pm, v Australia
Friday, September 22 – 1.30pm, semi-final
Saturday, September 23 – 1pm, grand final
The biog
Favourite Emirati dish: Fish machboos
Favourite spice: Cumin
Family: mother, three sisters, three brothers and a two-year-old daughter
Dust and sand storms compared
Sand storm
- Particle size: Larger, heavier sand grains
- Visibility: Often dramatic with thick "walls" of sand
- Duration: Short-lived, typically localised
- Travel distance: Limited
- Source: Open desert areas with strong winds
Dust storm
- Particle size: Much finer, lightweight particles
- Visibility: Hazy skies but less intense
- Duration: Can linger for days
- Travel distance: Long-range, up to thousands of kilometres
- Source: Can be carried from distant regions
Who's who in Yemen conflict
Houthis: Iran-backed rebels who occupy Sanaa and run unrecognised government
Yemeni government: Exiled government in Aden led by eight-member Presidential Leadership Council
Southern Transitional Council: Faction in Yemeni government that seeks autonomy for the south
Habrish 'rebels': Tribal-backed forces feuding with STC over control of oil in government territory
