After a sold-out performance in January, the Egyptian composer Omar Khairat will return to Dubai on December 20 for a performance at Dubai World Trade Centre. Tickets are available at www.platinumlist.net, from Dh250. – The National staff
Farhan Akhtar is UN Women’s advocate
The Bollywood actor and director Farhan Akhtar has become the first male UN Women’s South Asia Goodwill Ambassador. The star, who spearheads the Men Against Rape and Discrimination campaign, has become the voice for crimes and discrimination against women in India. “Thank you to all sending their love re the @UN_Women announcement. It is with your support that I’ve had the energy to stay on this path,” he tweeted on Friday. Akhtar will be an advocate for the UN Women’s newly launched HeForShe initiative, which promotes gender equality and women’s empowerment. – The National staff
Another Cosby appearance cancelled
Bill Cosby's forthcoming appearance on Late Show with David Letterman has been cancelled amid a growing uproar over allegations that he sexually assaulted women in past decades. Another booking, on The Queen Latifah Show on October 30, was phrased by the show as a postponement. In interviews and an online column in the Washington Post, Barbara Bowman, one of Cosby's accusers, levelled allegations of sexual assault by the comic dating back to 1985, when she was a 17-year-old aspiring actress. – AP
Mbatha-Raw talks about new role
The British actress Gugu Mbatha-Raw has two breakout roles this year that could not be more different. Belle, for which she travelled to the Abu Dhabi Film Festival last year, is based on a true story about a mixed-race woman who was raised in British aristocracy in the 18th century. In Beyond the Lights, the 31-year-old actress is transforming herself into a hot new pop star. Mbatha-Raw studied singers such as Beyoncé, Rihanna and Katy Perry for the story that exposes the darker aspects of fame. The film underscores the importance of having a strong sense of self-worth, said Mbatha-Raw. "If you're trading your self-worth for an image of sexuality and something that you think is going to be commercial and sell, I just don't think those are very healthy messages for young women today and I think that people often believe the fantasy," she said. – AP
India’s Oscar entry needs funds
The Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui's film Liar's Dice is India's official entry in the Foreign Language Film category at the Oscars. The small-budget film, directed by Geetu Mohandas, is about Kamala, a woman from a remote village, who sets off on a journey with her 3-year-old daughter and a pet goat to find her husband Harud. Siddiqui said the filmmakers do not have the funds to screen the movie on a grand scale at the Academy Awards and are looking for support from the industry to promote the film. – The National staff
Electric scooters: some rules to remember
- Riders must be 14-years-old or over
- Wear a protective helmet
- Park the electric scooter in designated parking lots (if any)
- Do not leave electric scooter in locations that obstruct traffic or pedestrians
- Solo riders only, no passengers allowed
- Do not drive outside designated lanes
GYAN’S ASIAN OUTPUT
2011-2015: Al Ain – 123 apps, 128 goals
2015-2017: Shanghai SIPG – 20 apps, 7 goals
2016-2017: Al Ahli (loan) – 25 apps, 11 goals
RACE CARD
5pm: Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan Racing Festival Purebred Arabian Cup Conditions (PA); Dh 200,000 (Turf) 1,600m
5.30pm: Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak Cup Conditions (PA); Dh 200,000 (T) 1,600m
6pm: Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Al Nahyan National Day Cup Listed (TB); Dh 380,000 (T) 1,600m
6.30pm: Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Al Nahyan National Day Group 3 (PA); Dh 500,000 (T) 1,600m
7pm: Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Al Nahyan National Day Jewel Crown Group 1 (PA); Dh 5,000,000 (T) 2,200m
7.30pm: Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan Racing Festival Handicap (PA); Dh 150,000 (T) 1,400m
8pm: Wathba Stallions Cup Handicap (PA) Dh 100,000 (T); 1,400m
Labour dispute
The insured employee may still file an ILOE claim even if a labour dispute is ongoing post termination, but the insurer may suspend or reject payment, until the courts resolve the dispute, especially if the reason for termination is contested. The outcome of the labour court proceedings can directly affect eligibility.
- Abdullah Ishnaneh, Partner, BSA Law
COMPANY PROFILE
Company name: BorrowMe (BorrowMe.com)
Date started: August 2021
Founder: Nour Sabri
Based: Dubai, UAE
Sector: E-commerce / Marketplace
Size: Two employees
Funding stage: Seed investment
Initial investment: $200,000
Investors: Amr Manaa (director, PwC Middle East)
'Spies in Disguise'
Director: Nick Bruno and Troy Quane
Stars: Will Smith, Tom Holland, Karen Gillan and Roshida Jones
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Dunbar
Edward St Aubyn
Hogarth
PRO BASH
Thursday’s fixtures
6pm: Hyderabad Nawabs v Pakhtoon Warriors
10pm: Lahore Sikandars v Pakhtoon Blasters
Teams
Chennai Knights, Lahore Sikandars, Pakhtoon Blasters, Abu Dhabi Stars, Abu Dhabi Dragons, Pakhtoon Warriors and Hyderabad Nawabs.
Squad rules
All teams consist of 15-player squads that include those contracted in the diamond (3), platinum (2) and gold (2) categories, plus eight free to sign team members.
Tournament rules
The matches are of 25 over-a-side with an 8-over power play in which only two fielders allowed outside the 30-yard circle. Teams play in a single round robin league followed by the semi-finals and final. The league toppers will feature in the semi-final eliminator.
The five pillars of Islam
What can you do?
Document everything immediately; including dates, times, locations and witnesses
Seek professional advice from a legal expert
You can report an incident to HR or an immediate supervisor
You can use the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation’s dedicated hotline
In criminal cases, you can contact the police for additional support
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Avatar: Fire and Ash
Director: James Cameron
Starring: Sam Worthington, Sigourney Weaver, Zoe Saldana
Rating: 4.5/5
Tamkeen's offering
- Option 1: 70% in year 1, 50% in year 2, 30% in year 3
- Option 2: 50% across three years
- Option 3: 30% across five years
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