• The town centre at Bloom Living. Courtesy Bloom Holding
    The town centre at Bloom Living. Courtesy Bloom Holding
  • The Bloom Living master plan. Courtesy Bloom Holding
    The Bloom Living master plan. Courtesy Bloom Holding
  • Bloom Living Toledo townhouses. Courtesy Bloom Holding
    Bloom Living Toledo townhouses. Courtesy Bloom Holding
  • A rendering of a three-bedroom villa in phase one at Bloom Living. All images courtesy Bloom Holding
    A rendering of a three-bedroom villa in phase one at Bloom Living. All images courtesy Bloom Holding
  • A rendering of a six-bedroom villa in phase one at Bloom Living.
    A rendering of a six-bedroom villa in phase one at Bloom Living.
  • A rendering of a three-bedroom villa in phase one at Bloom Living.
    A rendering of a three-bedroom villa in phase one at Bloom Living.
  • A rendering of a two-bedroom villa in phase one at Bloom Living.
    A rendering of a two-bedroom villa in phase one at Bloom Living.

Bloom Holding launches $2.45bn Spanish-style project with 4,000 homes in Abu Dhabi


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Bloom Holding, an Abu Dhabi-based real estate developer, has launched a Dh9 billion ($2.45bn) gated community in the capital to cater to growing demand for properties in the emirate.

Bloom Living will feature more than 4,000 Spanish-style villas, townhouses and apartments surrounding a large lake.

The first phase of the development, named Cordoba after the Andalusian city, is scheduled for completion in the UAE capital by October next year, the company said on Sunday.

It will be close to Abu Dhabi International Airport and Zayed City, also known as Khalifa City C.

“The launch of Bloom Living, our flagship community development in Abu Dhabi, marks a significant milestone for Bloom Properties,” Carlos Wakim, chief executive of Bloom Holding, said.

“The pandemic has served to highlight that our lives do not operate in silos — and neither should our homes. We firmly believe that fully integrated communities are the future.”

Abu Dhabi registered property transactions worth Dh71.5bn in 2021, as the market rebounds from the coronavirus-induced slowdown.

The number of transactions across sales and mortgage deals reached 14,958 last year, Abu Dhabi’s Department of Municipalities and Transport said.

Yas Island topped the list of high-performing areas, registering Dh4.1bn in deals, followed by Reem Island (Dh3.2bn) and Saadiyat Island (Dh2.5bn).

The capital values of villas and apartments in Abu Dhabi rose to their highest level in five years in the fourth quarter of 2021, property consultancy ValuStrat said.

Bloom Living, which will span an area of 2.2 million square metres, will include a clinic, two international schools and a plaza containing shops, cafes and restaurants.

All will be accessible by bike or foot from any point within the development, the company said.

A large lake in the heart of the district is intended to be a focal point around which residents can walk, run and cycle.

The 257 homes to go on sale include townhouses with two or three bedrooms, ranging in floor space from 150 to 170 square metres.

Detached villas will also be built, to include between three and six bedrooms, and ranging in size from 250 to 515 square metres.

Prices start at Dh1.5 million and Bloom Holding said payment options would be “attractive”.

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UAE megaprojects 2022

  • The Atlantis The Royal hotel in Dubai. It is set to open in March 2023. Getty Images
    The Atlantis The Royal hotel in Dubai. It is set to open in March 2023. Getty Images
  • The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park Phase 5 in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
    The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park Phase 5 in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
  • The Dubai Urban Tech District is slated to create 4,000 jobs. Photo: URB
    The Dubai Urban Tech District is slated to create 4,000 jobs. Photo: URB
  • Nakheel, the Dubai-based master developer, has unveiled a new vision for Dubai Islands. Photo Nakheel
    Nakheel, the Dubai-based master developer, has unveiled a new vision for Dubai Islands. Photo Nakheel
  • Uptown Tower is a new skyscraper set to open in Dubai later this year. Victor Besa / The National
    Uptown Tower is a new skyscraper set to open in Dubai later this year. Victor Besa / The National
  • Al Quoz Creative Zone meeting to approve the master plan. The zone is to expand on a large scale.
    Al Quoz Creative Zone meeting to approve the master plan. The zone is to expand on a large scale.
  • The AlJurf project on the coast between Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Courtesy IMKAN
    The AlJurf project on the coast between Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Courtesy IMKAN
  • First look at the Mohammed Bin Rashed Library in Al Jaddaf, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    First look at the Mohammed Bin Rashed Library in Al Jaddaf, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • The Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi's design alludes to natural rock formations, reflecting on the its mission of engaging the public with the natural world. Photo: DCT – Abu Dhabi
    The Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi's design alludes to natural rock formations, reflecting on the its mission of engaging the public with the natural world. Photo: DCT – Abu Dhabi
  • The Louvre Abu Dhabi Residences by Aldar will come with spectacular views. Photo: Aldar
    The Louvre Abu Dhabi Residences by Aldar will come with spectacular views. Photo: Aldar
  • Reem Hills on Reem Island. Courtesy Q Properties
    Reem Hills on Reem Island. Courtesy Q Properties
  • Masaar is a 19 million square foot project in Sharjah that will include 4,000 villas and townhouses in total. Courtesy Arada
    Masaar is a 19 million square foot project in Sharjah that will include 4,000 villas and townhouses in total. Courtesy Arada
  • Aldar's Saadiyat Island mixed-use development. Credit: Aldar Properties
    Aldar's Saadiyat Island mixed-use development. Credit: Aldar Properties
  • Al Hamra, the leading lifestyle developer and investment company in Ras Al Khaimah, has announced the launch of an exclusive freehold luxury villa project – the Falcon Island - within the award-winning Al Hamra Village residential community. Photo: Al Hamra
    Al Hamra, the leading lifestyle developer and investment company in Ras Al Khaimah, has announced the launch of an exclusive freehold luxury villa project – the Falcon Island - within the award-winning Al Hamra Village residential community. Photo: Al Hamra
  • Museum of The Future lights up in Dubai. Antonie Robertson / The National
    Museum of The Future lights up in Dubai. Antonie Robertson / The National
  • Blizzard’s Bazaar, Snowflake Garden and Flurries’ Mountain are just some of the unique attractions that will welcome visitors at Snow Abu Dhabi at Reem Mall. Wam
    Blizzard’s Bazaar, Snowflake Garden and Flurries’ Mountain are just some of the unique attractions that will welcome visitors at Snow Abu Dhabi at Reem Mall. Wam
  • The steel structure that is Al Wasl Plaza - the heart of the Expo site. Courtesy: Expo 2020 Dubai
    The steel structure that is Al Wasl Plaza - the heart of the Expo site. Courtesy: Expo 2020 Dubai
  • Groundbreaking of Meydan One Mall took place in 2017. Courtesy The Meydan Group
    Groundbreaking of Meydan One Mall took place in 2017. Courtesy The Meydan Group
  • A dining area at Al Qana in Abu Dhabi. The waterfront destination is was about 90 per cent complete during the early months of 2021. Courtesy: Al Barakah International Investment
    A dining area at Al Qana in Abu Dhabi. The waterfront destination is was about 90 per cent complete during the early months of 2021. Courtesy: Al Barakah International Investment
  • The Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi dominates the skyline out towards Marina Mall. Victor Besa / The National
    The Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi dominates the skyline out towards Marina Mall. Victor Besa / The National
  • Jubail Island will eventually house 5,000 residents.
    Jubail Island will eventually house 5,000 residents.
  • SeaWorld AbuDhabi will include six distinct realms which tell a unified and immersive “One Ocean” story and one of the world’s largest and most progressive indoor aquariums. Courtesy Abu Dhabi Government Media Office
    SeaWorld AbuDhabi will include six distinct realms which tell a unified and immersive “One Ocean” story and one of the world’s largest and most progressive indoor aquariums. Courtesy Abu Dhabi Government Media Office
  • Both towers of One Zaabeel in Dubai have been topped out.
    Both towers of One Zaabeel in Dubai have been topped out.
  • The first new hotel to have opened on Yas Island in 12 years, the Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island is located on Yas Bay, beside the Etihad Arena. Courtesy Hilton
    The first new hotel to have opened on Yas Island in 12 years, the Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island is located on Yas Bay, beside the Etihad Arena. Courtesy Hilton
  • Hatta is being transformed into an attractive local and international destination for business, investment and tourism. Photo: WAM
    Hatta is being transformed into an attractive local and international destination for business, investment and tourism. Photo: WAM
  • Ciel wil be open by 2023 and is set to be the world's tallest hotel. Courtesy The First Group
    Ciel wil be open by 2023 and is set to be the world's tallest hotel. Courtesy The First Group
  • Dubai CommerCity's first phase has been launched. Reem Mohammed / The National
    Dubai CommerCity's first phase has been launched. Reem Mohammed / The National
  • Foundation work and tunnelling is being completed at the Abu Mureikha site in Abu Dhabi of the country's first traditional Hindu stone temple. Courtesy: BAPS Hindu Mandir
    Foundation work and tunnelling is being completed at the Abu Mureikha site in Abu Dhabi of the country's first traditional Hindu stone temple. Courtesy: BAPS Hindu Mandir
  • An artist's illustration of the Abrahamic Family House to be built on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi. Courtesy Edelman
    An artist's illustration of the Abrahamic Family House to be built on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi. Courtesy Edelman
  • The Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, opened Khor Kalba Fort and also viewed plans for a new museum. Wam
    The Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, opened Khor Kalba Fort and also viewed plans for a new museum. Wam
  • Progress at the Dibba Fujairah Sports Club Stadium project in Al Ras, Dibba Fujairah.
    Progress at the Dibba Fujairah Sports Club Stadium project in Al Ras, Dibba Fujairah.
  • Railroad laying works for the second phase of the Etihad Rail project. Wam
    Railroad laying works for the second phase of the Etihad Rail project. Wam
  • The Guggenheim Abu Dhabi is on track to be completed in 2025. Photo: Guggenheim Abu Dhabi
    The Guggenheim Abu Dhabi is on track to be completed in 2025. Photo: Guggenheim Abu Dhabi
Terror attacks in Paris, November 13, 2015

- At 9.16pm, three suicide attackers killed one person outside the Atade de France during a foootball match between France and Germany- At 9.25pm, three attackers opened fire on restaurants and cafes over 20 minutes, killing 39 people- Shortly after 9.40pm, three other attackers launched a three-hour raid on the Bataclan, in which 1,500 people had gathered to watch a rock concert. In total, 90 people were killed- Salah Abdeslam, the only survivor of the terrorists, did not directly participate in the attacks, thought to be due to a technical glitch in his suicide vest- He fled to Belgium and was involved in attacks on Brussels in March 2016. He is serving a life sentence in France

BUNDESLIGA FIXTURES

Saturday, May 16 (kick-offs UAE time)

Borussia Dortmund v Schalke (4.30pm) 
RB Leipzig v Freiburg (4.30pm) 
Hoffenheim v Hertha Berlin (4.30pm) 
Fortuna Dusseldorf v Paderborn  (4.30pm) 
Augsburg v Wolfsburg (4.30pm) 
Eintracht Frankfurt v Borussia Monchengladbach (7.30pm)

Sunday, May 17

Cologne v Mainz (4.30pm),
Union Berlin v Bayern Munich (7pm)

Monday, May 18

Werder Bremen v Bayer Leverkusen (9.30pm)

Jetour T1 specs

Engine: 2-litre turbocharged

Power: 254hp

Torque: 390Nm

Price: From Dh126,000

Available: Now

BMW M5 specs

Engine: 4.4-litre twin-turbo V-8 petrol enging with additional electric motor

Power: 727hp

Torque: 1,000Nm

Transmission: 8-speed auto

Fuel consumption: 10.6L/100km

On sale: Now

Price: From Dh650,000

Company profile

Name: Infinite8

Based: Dubai

Launch year: 2017

Number of employees: 90

Sector: Online gaming industry

Funding: $1.2m from a UAE angel investor

Desert Warrior

Starring: Anthony Mackie, Aiysha Hart, Ben Kingsley

Director: Rupert Wyatt

Rating: 3/5

Our legal columnist

Name: Yousef Al Bahar

Advocate at Al Bahar & Associate Advocates and Legal Consultants, established in 1994

Education: Mr Al Bahar was born in 1979 and graduated in 2008 from the Judicial Institute. He took after his father, who was one of the first Emirati lawyers

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Top financial tips for graduates

Araminta Robertson, of the Financially Mint blog, shares her financial advice for university leavers:

1. Build digital or technical skills: After graduation, people can find it extremely hard to find jobs. From programming to digital marketing, your early twenties are for building skills. Future employers will want people with tech skills.

2. Side hustle: At 16, I lived in a village and started teaching online, as well as doing work as a virtual assistant and marketer. There are six skills you can use online: translation; teaching; programming; digital marketing; design and writing. If you master two, you’ll always be able to make money.

3. Networking: Knowing how to make connections is extremely useful. Use LinkedIn to find people who have the job you want, connect and ask to meet for coffee. Ask how they did it and if they know anyone who can help you. I secured quite a few clients this way.

4. Pay yourself first: The minute you receive any income, put about 15 per cent aside into a savings account you won’t touch, to go towards your emergency fund or to start investing. I do 20 per cent. It helped me start saving immediately.

Global state-owned investor ranking by size

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China

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UAE

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Japan

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Norway

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Canada

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Singapore

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Australia

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Saudi Arabia

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South Korea

Lexus LX700h specs

Engine: 3.4-litre twin-turbo V6 plus supplementary electric motor

Power: 464hp at 5,200rpm

Torque: 790Nm from 2,000-3,600rpm

Transmission: 10-speed auto

Fuel consumption: 11.7L/100km

On sale: Now

Price: From Dh590,000

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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

LA LIGA FIXTURES

Friday

Granada v Real Betis (9.30pm)

Valencia v Levante (midnight)

Saturday

Espanyol v Alaves (4pm)

Celta Vigo v Villarreal (7pm)

Leganes v Real Valladolid (9.30pm)

Mallorca v Barcelona (midnight)

Sunday

Atletic Bilbao v Atletico Madrid (4pm)

Real Madrid v Eibar (9.30pm)

Real Sociedad v Osasuna (midnight)

MATCH INFO

Manchester City 3
Danilo (16'), Bernardo Silva (34'), Fernandinho (72')

Brighton & Hove Albion 1
Ulloa (20')

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The five pillars of Islam

1. Fasting 

2. Prayer 

3. Hajj 

4. Shahada 

5. Zakat 

Credits

Produced by: Colour Yellow Productions and Eros Now
Director: Mudassar Aziz
Cast: Sonakshi Sinha, Jimmy Sheirgill, Jassi Gill, Piyush Mishra, Diana Penty, Aparshakti Khurrana
Star rating: 2.5/5

Our legal columnist

Name: Yousef Al Bahar

Advocate at Al Bahar & Associate Advocates and Legal Consultants, established in 1994

Education: Mr Al Bahar was born in 1979 and graduated in 2008 from the Judicial Institute. He took after his father, who was one of the first Emirati lawyers

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More than 3.5 million Indians reside in UAE
Indian tourists can make purchases in UAE using rupee accounts in India through QR-code-based UPI real-time payment systems
Indian residents in UAE can use their non-resident NRO and NRE accounts held in Indian banks linked to a UAE mobile number for UPI transactions

West Asia rugby, season 2017/18 - Roll of Honour

Western Clubs Champions League - Winners: Abu Dhabi Harlequins; Runners up: Bahrain

Dubai Rugby Sevens - Winners: Dubai Exiles; Runners up: Jebel Ali Dragons

West Asia Premiership - Winners: Jebel Ali Dragons; Runners up: Abu Dhabi Harlequins

UAE Premiership Cup - Winners: Abu Dhabi Harlequins; Runners up: Dubai Exiles

UAE Premiership - Winners: Dubai Exiles; Runners up: Abu Dhabi Harlequins

The Brutalist

Director: Brady Corbet

Stars: Adrien Brody, Felicity Jones, Guy Pearce, Joe Alwyn

Rating: 3.5/5

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SCHEDULE

6.30pm Maiden Dh165,000 (Dirt) 1,400m
7.05pm: Handicap Dh170,000 (D) 1,600m
7.40pm: Maiden Dh165,000 (D) 1,600m
8.15pm: Handicap Dh210,000 (D) 1,200m
8.50pm: Handicap Dh210,000 (D) 2,000m
9.25pm:Handicap Dh185,000 (D) 1,400m
 
Amith's predicted winners:
6.30pm: Down On Da Bayou
7.05pm: Etisalat
7.40pm: Mulfit
8.15pm: Pennsylvania Dutch
8.50pm: Mudallel
9.25pm: Midnight Sands

RESULTS

Mumbai Indians 181-4 (20 ovs)
Kolkata Knight Riders 168-6 (20ovs)

Mumbai won by 13 runs

Rajasthan Royals 152-9 (20 ovs)
Kings XI Punjab 155-4 (18.4 ovs)

Kings XI Punjab won by 6 wickets

The President's Cake

Director: Hasan Hadi

Starring: Baneen Ahmad Nayyef, Waheed Thabet Khreibat, Sajad Mohamad Qasem 

Rating: 4/5

Zidane's managerial achievements

La Liga: 2016/17
Spanish Super Cup: 2017
Uefa Champions League: 2015/16, 2016/17, 2017/18
Uefa Super Cup: 2016, 2017
Fifa Club World Cup: 2016, 2017

Updated: March 21, 2022, 5:39 AM