Beverly Hills in Los Angeles was filled with actors, directors, stand-up comedians and musicians last night, to celebrate the 81st Golden Globe Awards.
Seen as the pre-runner to the Academy Awards in March, the Golden Globes offers clues as to which films and stars are tipped for Oscar recognition.
This year's event crucially marks the first major awards ceremony since the long-running Hollywood actors' strike was resolved. With red carpets practically empty last year, the Golden Globes are not only the first event of the year, but also mark a return to occasion dressing – and the results did not disappoint.
With everyone eager to dress up and show off once again, three main themes dominated the red carpet.
Red on red
Once considered a no-no, red outfits on the red carpet were chosen by many a star this year. Florence Pugh, sporting a blonde quiff, arrived in custom Valentino, while Selena Gomez wore custom Giorgio Armani Prive. Julianne Moore arrived in scarlet Bottega Veneta, while Irish actor Barry Keoghan was decked out in red Louis Vuitton from head to toe. American actress and comedian Ayo Edebiri, meanwhile, wore a red strapless dress, complete with a train, by Prada.
Others opted for variations on the tone, including Jennifer Lopez in fitted baby pink, Oprah Winfrey in purple Louis Vuitton and Brie Larson in pale violet.
Sequins and high shine
Leaning into the joyfulness of sequins, many celebrities arrived sparkling like diamonds. Taylor Swift wore shimmering green by Gucci, followed by Julia Garner in silver by the same house.
Natalie Portman offered an elegant take on sparkle in Dior, while Timothee Chalamet arrived in black sequins by Celine Homme.
Margot Robbie arrived in Barbie-pink (what else?) by Giorgio Armani, in a sleek column gown and frilled net stole, which apparently the star and designer came up with together.
Classic in all-black
In contrast to the bright colours, there were also plenty of all-black looks. Singer Dua Lipa arrived in dramatic, fitted, custom Schiaparelli, while Rosamund Pike wore a mid-length flared skirt with a lace headpiece by Dior.
Jennifer Lawrence wore all-black Dior, while Reese Witherspoon added a dash of pink to her black Monique Lhuillier look. Actor and director Jodie Foster arrived in buttoned-up Alberta Ferretti, while comedian Trevor Noah went for black shirt, tie and suit.
Barbie director Greta Gerwig wore all black, too, as a high-necked Fendi dress with matching long gloves.
How to wear a kandura
Dos
- Wear the right fabric for the right season and occasion
- Always ask for the dress code if you don’t know
- Wear a white kandura, white ghutra / shemagh (headwear) and black shoes for work
- Wear 100 per cent cotton under the kandura as most fabrics are polyester
Don’ts
- Wear hamdania for work, always wear a ghutra and agal
- Buy a kandura only based on how it feels; ask questions about the fabric and understand what you are buying
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
Key findings of Jenkins report
- Founder of the Muslim Brotherhood, Hassan al Banna, "accepted the political utility of violence"
- Views of key Muslim Brotherhood ideologue, Sayyid Qutb, have “consistently been understood” as permitting “the use of extreme violence in the pursuit of the perfect Islamic society” and “never been institutionally disowned” by the movement.
- Muslim Brotherhood at all levels has repeatedly defended Hamas attacks against Israel, including the use of suicide bombers and the killing of civilians.
- Laying out the report in the House of Commons, David Cameron told MPs: "The main findings of the review support the conclusion that membership of, association with, or influence by the Muslim Brotherhood should be considered as a possible indicator of extremism."
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
UAE currency: the story behind the money in your pockets
Benefits of first-time home buyers' scheme
- Priority access to new homes from participating developers
- Discounts on sales price of off-plan units
- Flexible payment plans from developers
- Mortgages with better interest rates, faster approval times and reduced fees
- DLD registration fee can be paid through banks or credit cards at zero interest rates
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
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FA Cup semi-finals
Saturday: Manchester United v Tottenham Hotspur, 8.15pm (UAE)
Sunday: Chelsea v Southampton, 6pm (UAE)
Matches on Bein Sports
Jetour T1 specs
Engine: 2-litre turbocharged
Power: 254hp
Torque: 390Nm
Price: From Dh126,000
Available: Now
RESULTS
5pm: Maiden | Dh80,000 | 1,600m
Winner: AF Al Moreeb, Tadhg O’Shea (jockey), Ernst Oertel (trainer)
5.30pm: Handicap | Dh80,000 | 1,600m
Winner: AF Makerah, Adrie de Vries, Ernst Oertel
6pm: Handicap | Dh80,000 | 2,200m
Winner: Hazeme, Richard Mullen, Jean de Roualle
6.30pm: Handicap | Dh85,000 | 2,200m
Winner: AF Yatroq, Brett Doyle, Ernst Oertel
7pm: Shadwell Farm for Private Owners Handicap | Dh70,000 | 2,200m
Winner: Nawwaf KB, Patrick Cosgrave, Helal Al Alawi
7.30pm: Handicap (TB) | Dh100,000 | 1,600m
Winner: Treasured Times, Bernardo Pinheiro, Rashed Bouresly
UAE currency: the story behind the money in your pockets
The biog
Name: Shamsa Hassan Safar
Nationality: Emirati
Education: Degree in emergency medical services at Higher Colleges of Technology
Favourite book: Between two hearts- Arabic novels
Favourite music: Mohammed Abdu and modern Arabic songs
Favourite way to spend time off: Family visits and spending time with friends
Some of Darwish's last words
"They see their tomorrows slipping out of their reach. And though it seems to them that everything outside this reality is heaven, yet they do not want to go to that heaven. They stay, because they are afflicted with hope." - Mahmoud Darwish, to attendees of the Palestine Festival of Literature, 2008
His life in brief: Born in a village near Galilee, he lived in exile for most of his life and started writing poetry after high school. He was arrested several times by Israel for what were deemed to be inciteful poems. Most of his work focused on the love and yearning for his homeland, and he was regarded the Palestinian poet of resistance. Over the course of his life, he published more than 30 poetry collections and books of prose, with his work translated into more than 20 languages. Many of his poems were set to music by Arab composers, most significantly Marcel Khalife. Darwish died on August 9, 2008 after undergoing heart surgery in the United States. He was later buried in Ramallah where a shrine was erected in his honour.
