Minions in Despicable Me 2. Courtesy: Universal Pictures
Minions in Despicable Me 2. Courtesy: Universal Pictures
Minions in Despicable Me 2. Courtesy: Universal Pictures
Minions in Despicable Me 2. Courtesy: Universal Pictures

Five things to do today: experience Eco Future


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cool offindoors with your child at the Mother & Baby Timings at CineRoyal. This morning catch Despicable Me 2 at 10.00am at both Khalidiyah and Dalma Malls and The Lone Ranger at 10.05am at Dalma Mall or at noon at Khalidiyah Mall. The Smurfs 2 will be shown at 10.45am at Khalidiyah Mall and at 11.45am at Dalma Mall. Abu Dhabi, www.cineroyal.ae

experience Eco Future, an interactive, family-focused exhibition that explores our role in a changing planet. Explore and learn about what we need to do to have a sustainable future in Abu Dhabi. Daily until September 2013, 10am-8pm, Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, for tickets and more information go to www.saadiyatculturaldistrict.ae

sign up now for the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge. More than 2,000 participants are expected to join the 92 km race, the largest amateur cycling challenge in the Middle East, which promotes fitness for all in Dubai. December 13, Dubai, www.cyclechallenge.ae, 04 321 0008

indulge in the multi-sensory Date Wrap Treatment that exfoliates, cleanses and nourishes the skin through the natural sweetness and fibres of dates, Heavenly white tea and mystic salts. Dh350, Heavenly Spa, Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort, www.westinabudhabigolfresort.com, 02 616 9999

enjoy a half day or full day retreat with BeUtiful You in Dubai and enjoy yoga, meditation, nutritional therapy, food demonstration and well-being consultation suited to your needs. Throughout August receive 10 per cent off a half day or full day retreat, including a personalised menu during your visit with superfoods, juices, raw food snacks and vegan meals. discount prices are from Dh1,800 for a half day or Dh2,700 for a full day, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, 050 504 8523

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When: The one-off Test starts on Friday, May 11
What time: Each day’s play is scheduled to start at 2pm UAE time.
TV: The match will be broadcast on OSN Sports Cricket HD. Subscribers to the channel can also stream the action live on OSN Play.