Muslims perform the morning Eid Al Fitr prayer outside the Dome of the Rock mosque in the Al Aqsa mosques compound in Old Jerusalem. Several nights of clashes between Palestinian protesters and Israeli police, particularly around Al Aqsa mosque, spiralled this week into a barrage of rocket fire from Gaza and deadly Israeli air strikes in retaliation. AFP
Muslims perform the morning Eid Al Fitr prayer outside the Dome of the Rock mosque in the Al Aqsa mosques compound in Old Jerusalem. Several nights of clashes between Palestinian protesters and Israeli police, particularly around Al Aqsa mosque, spiralled this week into a barrage of rocket fire from Gaza and deadly Israeli air strikes in retaliation. AFP
The Dome of the Rock at dawn on Eid Al Fitr, which marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. Several nights of clashes between Palestinian protesters and Israeli police, particularly around the Al Aqsa mosque, spiralled this week into a barrage of rocket fire from Gaza and deadly Israeli air strikes in retaliation. AFP
The Dome of the Rock at dawn on Eid Al Fitr, which marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. Several nights of clashes between Palestinian protesters and Israeli police, particularly around the Al Aqsa mosque, spiralled this week into a barrage of rocket fire from Gaza and deadly Israeli air strikes in retaliation. AFP
Palestinian flags fly at the compound that houses Al Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem's Old City, amid Israel-Gaza fighting. Reuters
Palestinian flags fly at the compound that houses Al Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem's Old City, amid Israel-Gaza fighting. Reuters
Palestinians make their way to attend Eid Al Fitr prayers at Al Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem's Old City. Tension is high in the city over the forced eviction of six Palestinian families from their homes in Sheikh Jarrah neighbourhood in favour of Jewish families who claimed they used to live in the houses before fleeing in the 1948 war that led to the creation of Israel. EPA
Palestinians make their way to attend Eid Al Fitr prayers at Al Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem's Old City. Tension is high in the city over the forced eviction of six Palestinian families from their homes in Sheikh Jarrah neighbourhood in favour of Jewish families who claimed they used to live in the houses before fleeing in the 1948 war that led to the creation of Israel. EPA
Children in front of the Dome of the Rock mosque after the morning Eid Al Fitr prayer. AFP
Children in front of the Dome of the Rock mosque after the morning Eid Al Fitr prayer. AFP
Muslim families celebrate the end of the holy fasting month. AFP
Muslim families celebrate the end of the holy fasting month. AFP
Palestinian women take a selfie in front of the Dome of the Rock mosque. AFP
Palestinian women take a selfie in front of the Dome of the Rock mosque. AFP
Worshippers at Al Azhar mosque in Cairo, Egypt. Eid Al Fitr is a three-day festival marking the end of the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan and one of the two major holidays in Islam. EPA
Worshippers at Al Azhar mosque in Cairo, Egypt. Eid Al Fitr is a three-day festival marking the end of the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan and one of the two major holidays in Islam. EPA
Eid prayers at Amr Ibn El Aas mosque in Cairo, Egypt. Reuters
Eid prayers at Amr Ibn El Aas mosque in Cairo, Egypt. Reuters
Worshippers crowd into Al Masfi mosque for Eid Al Fitr prayers. Reuters
Worshippers crowd into Al Masfi mosque for Eid Al Fitr prayers. Reuters
Aerial view of Al Masfi mosque in Mosul, Iraq, which was damaged in the war against ISIS. Reuters
Aerial view of Al Masfi mosque in Mosul, Iraq, which was damaged in the war against ISIS. Reuters
Worshippers offer Eid Al Fitr prayers outside Abu Hanifa mosque in Baghdad, Iraq. Reuters
Worshippers offer Eid Al Fitr prayers outside Abu Hanifa mosque in Baghdad, Iraq. Reuters
A security guard greets worshippers after prayers on the first day of Eid Al Fitr holiday outside Abu Hanifa mosque in Baghdad, Iraq. AP Photo
A security guard greets worshippers after prayers on the first day of Eid Al Fitr holiday outside Abu Hanifa mosque in Baghdad, Iraq. AP Photo
People attend Eid Al Fitr prayers at the Al Masfi mosque in Mosul, Iraq, which was damaged during the war against ISIS militants. Reuters
People attend Eid Al Fitr prayers at the Al Masfi mosque in Mosul, Iraq, which was damaged during the war against ISIS militants. Reuters
Worshippers after Eid prayers at Amr Ibn El AAs mosque in Cairo. Reuters
Worshippers after Eid prayers at Amr Ibn El AAs mosque in Cairo. Reuters
Egyptians arrive for Eid Al Fitr prayers at Al Azhar mosque in Cairo. EPA
Egyptians arrive for Eid Al Fitr prayers at Al Azhar mosque in Cairo. EPA
Worshippers arrive at Al Masfi mosque in Mosul, Iraq. Reuters
Worshippers arrive at Al Masfi mosque in Mosul, Iraq. Reuters
Eid Al Fitr prayers mark the end of Ramadan, at Al Masfi mosque in Mosul, Iraq. Reuters
Eid Al Fitr prayers mark the end of Ramadan, at Al Masfi mosque in Mosul, Iraq. Reuters
Shoppers in Al Midan souq in Damascus, Syria on the eve of Eid Al Fitr. EPA
Shoppers in Al Midan souq in Damascus, Syria on the eve of Eid Al Fitr. EPA
Iraqis at the astronomical observatory for Moon sighting to mark the end of the fasting month of Ramadan in the central city of Najaf. AFP
Iraqis at the astronomical observatory for Moon sighting to mark the end of the fasting month of Ramadan in the central city of Najaf. AFP

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Palestinians perform Eid prayers at Al Aqsa mosque compound - in pictures

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What: 11th edition of the Mubadala World Tennis Championship

When: December 27-29, 2018

Confirmed: men: Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Kevin Anderson, Dominic Thiem, Hyeon Chung, Karen Khachanov; women: Venus Williams

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10 tips for entry-level job seekers
  • Have an up-to-date, professional LinkedIn profile. If you don’t have a LinkedIn account, set one up today. Avoid poor-quality profile pictures with distracting backgrounds. Include a professional summary and begin to grow your network.
  • Keep track of the job trends in your sector through the news. Apply for job alerts at your dream organisations and the types of jobs you want – LinkedIn uses AI to share similar relevant jobs based on your selections.
  • Double check that you’ve highlighted relevant skills on your resume and LinkedIn profile.
  • For most entry-level jobs, your resume will first be filtered by an applicant tracking system for keywords. Look closely at the description of the job you are applying for and mirror the language as much as possible (while being honest and accurate about your skills and experience).
  • Keep your CV professional and in a simple format – make sure you tailor your cover letter and application to the company and role.
  • Go online and look for details on job specifications for your target position. Make a list of skills required and set yourself some learning goals to tick off all the necessary skills one by one.
  • Don’t be afraid to reach outside your immediate friends and family to other acquaintances and let them know you are looking for new opportunities.
  • Make sure you’ve set your LinkedIn profile to signal that you are “open to opportunities”. Also be sure to use LinkedIn to search for people who are still actively hiring by searching for those that have the headline “I’m hiring” or “We’re hiring” in their profile.
  • Prepare for online interviews using mock interview tools. Even before landing interviews, it can be useful to start practising.
  • Be professional and patient. Always be professional with whoever you are interacting with throughout your search process, this will be remembered. You need to be patient, dedicated and not give up on your search. Candidates need to make sure they are following up appropriately for roles they have applied.

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The past winners

2009 - Sebastian Vettel (Red Bull)

2010 - Sebastian Vettel (Red Bull)

2011 - Lewis Hamilton (McLaren)

2012 - Kimi Raikkonen (Lotus)

2013 - Sebastian Vettel (Red Bull)

2014 - Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes)

2015 - Nico Rosberg (Mercedes)

2016 - Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes)

2017 - Valtteri Bottas (Mercedes)

Brief scores:

Toss: Sindhis, elected to field first

Kerala Knights 103-7 (10 ov)

Parnell 59 not out; Tambe 5-15

Sindhis 104-1 (7.4 ov)

Watson 50 not out, Devcich 49

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