• England's Harry Kane celebrates after levelling the scores at 1-1 in the Uefa Nations League match against Germany at the Allianz Arena in Munich. AP
    England's Harry Kane celebrates after levelling the scores at 1-1 in the Uefa Nations League match against Germany at the Allianz Arena in Munich. AP
  • Harry Kane of England celebrates after scoring from the penalty spot against Germany with Jack Grealish. Getty Images
    Harry Kane of England celebrates after scoring from the penalty spot against Germany with Jack Grealish. Getty Images
  • Harry Kane scores from the penalty spot. Reuters
    Harry Kane scores from the penalty spot. Reuters
  • Kane is fouled by Germany's Nico Schlotterbeck, resulting in a penalty after a VAR review. PA
    Kane is fouled by Germany's Nico Schlotterbeck, resulting in a penalty after a VAR review. PA
  • Referee Carlos del Cerro Grande checks the VAR screen before awarding England a penalty. Getty
    Referee Carlos del Cerro Grande checks the VAR screen before awarding England a penalty. Getty
  • Jonas Hofmann celebrates giving Germany the lead. Reuters
    Jonas Hofmann celebrates giving Germany the lead. Reuters
  • Jonas Hofmann celebrates at Allianz Arena. Getty
    Jonas Hofmann celebrates at Allianz Arena. Getty
  • England's Jordan Pickford reacts. Action Images
    England's Jordan Pickford reacts. Action Images
  • Manuel Neuer celebrates after Germany take the lead. Getty
    Manuel Neuer celebrates after Germany take the lead. Getty
  • England's Mason Mount and Germany's Joshua Kimmich in action. EPA
    England's Mason Mount and Germany's Joshua Kimmich in action. EPA
  • England manager Gareth Southgate watches the action. Getty
    England manager Gareth Southgate watches the action. Getty
  • England's Declan Rice reacts during the match. AP
    England's Declan Rice reacts during the match. AP
  • Germany forward Thomas Muller and England's Declan Rice battle for the ball. AFP
    Germany forward Thomas Muller and England's Declan Rice battle for the ball. AFP
  • England's Harry Kane is out of luck. Reuters
    England's Harry Kane is out of luck. Reuters
  • Harry Kane reacts after a missed chance. Getty
    Harry Kane reacts after a missed chance. Getty
  • A frustrated Raheem Sterling. AP
    A frustrated Raheem Sterling. AP
  • England manager Gareth Southgate reacts. EPA
    England manager Gareth Southgate reacts. EPA
  • Germany's coach Hansi Flick. EPA
    Germany's coach Hansi Flick. EPA

England take on Italy behind closed doors as Kane eyes Rooney record


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Harry Kane will have Wayne Rooney's England goals record in his sights when the Three Lions take on Italy in the Nations League on Saturday.

Kane continued his fine form this season by scoring his 50th international goal to seal a 1-1 draw with Germany.

The Tottenham striker moved into outright second - just three behind Wayne Rooney - on England's list of all-time leading goalscorers, passing Bobby Charlton's total of 49.

"It's a really nice feeling," Kane told Channel Four.

"I had a couple of early chances and thought it could be one of those days. It's good to get the goal and it's just a shame we didn't nick it in the end."

Kane will be eager to make the most of the next two opportunities to overtake Rooney. After opening their Nations League campaign with a 1-0 loss in Hungary and hard-fought draw in Germany, the Three Lions return home for back-to-back matches at the Molineux.

Tuesday's fixture against Hungary will be played in front of a sell-out crowd in Wolverhampton but Saturday's glamour clash with Italy will be played in front of mostly empty stands, bar a few thousand local school children.

Manager Gareth Southgate says it is an "embarrassment" for the country that England's match with Italy has to be played behind closed doors as punishment for fan disorder at the Euro 2020 final.

The Football Association is having to host the match behind closed doors as part of Uefa's punishment for issues that marred the Euro 2020 final, with a number of ticketless supporters forcing their way into Wembley 11 months ago.

Harry Kane's 50 international goals

  • 1) Harry Kane scored his first goal for England on his senior debut in the 4-0 win against Lithuania at Wembley Stadium on March 27, 2015. Getty
    1) Harry Kane scored his first goal for England on his senior debut in the 4-0 win against Lithuania at Wembley Stadium on March 27, 2015. Getty
  • 2) Kane strikes in the 6-0 win against San Marino on September 5, 2015. Getty
    2) Kane strikes in the 6-0 win against San Marino on September 5, 2015. Getty
  • 3) A third England goal came in the 2-0 victory over Switzerland on September 8, 2015. Getty
    3) A third England goal came in the 2-0 victory over Switzerland on September 8, 2015. Getty
  • 4) A fine 3-2 win for England in Germany and another Kane goal to celebrate on March 26, 2016. Getty
    4) A fine 3-2 win for England in Germany and another Kane goal to celebrate on March 26, 2016. Getty
  • 5) England beat Turkey 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium on May 22, 2016, and it's another goal for Kane. Getty
    5) England beat Turkey 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium on May 22, 2016, and it's another goal for Kane. Getty
  • 6) More than a year without an England goal but Kane is back on target in the 2-2 draw with Scotland in Glasgow on June 10, 2017. Getty
    6) More than a year without an England goal but Kane is back on target in the 2-2 draw with Scotland in Glasgow on June 10, 2017. Getty
  • 7) Not long to wait for the next one, as Kane bags another goal in the 3-2 defeat in France on June 13, 2017. The FA
    7) Not long to wait for the next one, as Kane bags another goal in the 3-2 defeat in France on June 13, 2017. The FA
  • 8) Despite the defeat, it was a decent night for Kane as he scored his second against France. Getty
    8) Despite the defeat, it was a decent night for Kane as he scored his second against France. Getty
  • 9) A 4-0 win for England against Malta in Valetta on September 1, 2017, and Kane scores his first of the night. Getty
    9) A 4-0 win for England against Malta in Valetta on September 1, 2017, and Kane scores his first of the night. Getty
  • 10) Soon to be followed by his second against Malta, and Kane is in double figures for his country. Getty
    10) Soon to be followed by his second against Malta, and Kane is in double figures for his country. Getty
  • 11) England beat Slovenia 1-0 at Wembley Stadium on October 5, 2017, with Kane scoring the only goal. Getty
    11) England beat Slovenia 1-0 at Wembley Stadium on October 5, 2017, with Kane scoring the only goal. Getty
  • 12) Three days later, on October 8, 2017, England win 1-0 in Lithuania with the Tottenham striker on target again. Getty
    12) Three days later, on October 8, 2017, England win 1-0 in Lithuania with the Tottenham striker on target again. Getty
  • 13) Kane is one of the scorers as England beat Nigeria 2-1 at Wembley Stadium on June 2, 2018. Getty
    13) Kane is one of the scorers as England beat Nigeria 2-1 at Wembley Stadium on June 2, 2018. Getty
  • 14) The 2018 World Cup group stages in Russia and England beat Tunisia 2-1 in Volgograd on June 18, with Kane getting both. Getty
    14) The 2018 World Cup group stages in Russia and England beat Tunisia 2-1 in Volgograd on June 18, with Kane getting both. Getty
  • 15) Kane celebrates his second against Tunisia. Getty
    15) Kane celebrates his second against Tunisia. Getty
  • 16) It was looking good for England in 2018 after a crushing 6-1 win against Panama on June 24. The Three Lions talisman helped himself to a hat-trick at Nizhny Novgorod Stadium. Getty
    16) It was looking good for England in 2018 after a crushing 6-1 win against Panama on June 24. The Three Lions talisman helped himself to a hat-trick at Nizhny Novgorod Stadium. Getty
  • 17) Kane scores England's second against Panama from the penalty spot. Getty
    17) Kane scores England's second against Panama from the penalty spot. Getty
  • 18) It's a hat-trick for Kane against Panama. Getty
    18) It's a hat-trick for Kane against Panama. Getty
  • 19) England draw 1-1 with Colombia in Russia, with Kane getting the important goal. The Three Lions advanced after a penalty shoot-out. Getty
    19) England draw 1-1 with Colombia in Russia, with Kane getting the important goal. The Three Lions advanced after a penalty shoot-out. Getty
  • 20) Another milestone as Kane scores in the 2-1 win against Croatia at Wembley Stadium on November 18, 2018. Getty
    20) Another milestone as Kane scores in the 2-1 win against Croatia at Wembley Stadium on November 18, 2018. Getty
  • 21) England beat Czech Republic 5-0 at Wembley Stadium on March 22, 2019, with Kane adding another goal to his tally. Getty
    21) England beat Czech Republic 5-0 at Wembley Stadium on March 22, 2019, with Kane adding another goal to his tally. Getty
  • 22) Another goal in the 5-1 win in Montenegro at Podgorica City Stadium on March 25, 2019. Getty
    22) Another goal in the 5-1 win in Montenegro at Podgorica City Stadium on March 25, 2019. Getty
  • 23) A second England hat-trick in the 4-0 victory against Bulgaria on September 7, 2019. AFP
    23) A second England hat-trick in the 4-0 victory against Bulgaria on September 7, 2019. AFP
  • 24) Kane's second goal against Bulgaria. Getty
    24) Kane's second goal against Bulgaria. Getty
  • 25) The hat-trick against Bulgaria came from the penalty spot. Getty
    25) The hat-trick against Bulgaria came from the penalty spot. Getty
  • 26) Kane scores England's second in their 5-3 win against Kosovo at St Mary's Stadium, Southampton, on September 10, 2019. Getty
    26) Kane scores England's second in their 5-3 win against Kosovo at St Mary's Stadium, Southampton, on September 10, 2019. Getty
  • 27) England are beaten 2-1 by the Czech Republic in Prague on October 11, 2019 - but Kane still scored. Getty
    27) England are beaten 2-1 by the Czech Republic in Prague on October 11, 2019 - but Kane still scored. Getty
  • 28) A thumping 6-0 win for England in Bulgaria on October 14, 2019, with Kane again on the scoresheet. Getty
    28) A thumping 6-0 win for England in Bulgaria on October 14, 2019, with Kane again on the scoresheet. Getty
  • 29) England thrash Montenegro 7-0 at Wembley Stadium on November 14, 2019, and it's another hat-trick for Harry Kane. Getty
    29) England thrash Montenegro 7-0 at Wembley Stadium on November 14, 2019, and it's another hat-trick for Harry Kane. Getty
  • 30) Kane celebrates his second goal against Montenegro. Getty
    30) Kane celebrates his second goal against Montenegro. Getty
  • 31) Another England hat-trick for Kane, against Montenegro. Getty
    31) Another England hat-trick for Kane, against Montenegro. Getty
  • 32) England win 4-0 in Kosovo on November 17, 2019, with Kane opening the scoring. Getty
    32) England win 4-0 in Kosovo on November 17, 2019, with Kane opening the scoring. Getty
  • 33) Albania are beaten 2-0 in Tirana on March 28, 2021, with Kane getting his 33rd for England. Getty
    33) Albania are beaten 2-0 in Tirana on March 28, 2021, with Kane getting his 33rd for England. Getty
  • 34) The Three Lions beat Poland 2-1 on March 31, 2021, at Wembley Stadium, with Kane scoring again. Getty
    34) The Three Lions beat Poland 2-1 on March 31, 2021, at Wembley Stadium, with Kane scoring again. Getty
  • 35) Kane celebrates hitting the back of the net as England beat Germany 2-0 during Euro 2020 on June 29, 2021. Getty
    35) Kane celebrates hitting the back of the net as England beat Germany 2-0 during Euro 2020 on June 29, 2021. Getty
  • 36) A 4-0 triumph for England against Ukraine in Rome on July 3, 2021, and it's two more for Kane. Getty
    36) A 4-0 triumph for England against Ukraine in Rome on July 3, 2021, and it's two more for Kane. Getty
  • 37) Kane scores his second against Ukraine. Getty
    37) Kane scores his second against Ukraine. Getty
  • 38) A 2-1 triumph against Denmark in the Euro 2020 semi-final at Wembley Stadium on July 7, 2021, with another for Kane. Getty
    38) A 2-1 triumph against Denmark in the Euro 2020 semi-final at Wembley Stadium on July 7, 2021, with another for Kane. Getty
  • 39) England win 4-0 in Bulgaria on September 2, 2021, with Kane playing his part with a goal. Getty
    39) England win 4-0 in Bulgaria on September 2, 2021, with Kane playing his part with a goal. Getty
  • 40) Kane gets his 40th Three Lions goal in the 4-0 win against Andorra at Wembley on September 5, 2021. Getty
    40) Kane gets his 40th Three Lions goal in the 4-0 win against Andorra at Wembley on September 5, 2021. Getty
  • 41) Kane is congratulated by teammates after scoring in the 1-1 draw with Poland in Warsaw on September 8, 2021. AFP
    41) Kane is congratulated by teammates after scoring in the 1-1 draw with Poland in Warsaw on September 8, 2021. AFP
  • 42) Another treble in the 5-0 win against Albania at Wembley Stadium on November 12, 2021. Getty
    42) Another treble in the 5-0 win against Albania at Wembley Stadium on November 12, 2021. Getty
  • 43) Kane scores again against Albania. Getty
    43) Kane scores again against Albania. Getty
  • 44) Kane scores England's fifth goal and his hat-trick against Albania. Getty
    44) Kane scores England's fifth goal and his hat-trick against Albania. Getty
  • 45) He goes one better, and nets four times against San Marino in England's 10-0 win on November 15, 2021 in Serravalle. Getty
    45) He goes one better, and nets four times against San Marino in England's 10-0 win on November 15, 2021 in Serravalle. Getty
  • 46) Another for Kane against San Marino. Getty
    46) Another for Kane against San Marino. Getty
  • 47) Three for Kane against San Marino. Getty
    47) Three for Kane against San Marino. Getty
  • 48) And a fourth against San Marino. Getty
    48) And a fourth against San Marino. Getty
  • 49) Kane scores England's second in the 2-1 win against Switzerland at Wembley Stadium on March 26, 2022. Getty
    49) Kane scores England's second in the 2-1 win against Switzerland at Wembley Stadium on March 26, 2022. Getty
  • 50) Kane makes history with his 50th goal for England in the 1-1 draw against Germany in Munich on June 7, 2022. AFP
    50) Kane makes history with his 50th goal for England in the 1-1 draw against Germany in Munich on June 7, 2022. AFP

"Well if it is an embarrassment, it is for England as a country really," England boss Southgate said.

"A lot of the people who caused the problems I am not certain were football fans but we have spoken enough about it.

"We spoke after the final, we spoke when the punishment was first given."

Meanwhile, Southgate said he "will not outstay" his welcome as England manager following criticism of his side's winless start to their Nations League campaign.

England are at the bottom of League A Group 3 in the Nations League with one point. Southgate, who led England to the 2018 World Cup semi-finals and the Euro 2020 final in 2021, signed a new contract through to the end of 2024 in November last year.

"I won't outstay my welcome but I think I can do a good job for the team, and I think we have done a good job for the team," Southgate told reporters.

"If you look back I have always said it. I am not going to be here forever am I? There will be another England manager.

"The major part of that is how the players are. Do I still feel the players give everything and respond to what we do? Yes I do."

It will be the first time England and Italy have met since the Azzurri came out on top in the Euro 2020 final but manager Roberto Mancini does not believe Southgate's side are out for revenge.

"I don't think it's about revenge. In the future maybe, but not now," he said.

"This is a different match in the Nations League. For them it's important to try something new for the World Cup and England will maybe change many players."

  • Italy captain Giorgio Chiellini with the Euro 2020 trophy next to goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma after the team arrived at the Parco dei Principi hotel in Rome on Monday, July 12. Italy won the Euro 2020 final against England on Sunday.
    Italy captain Giorgio Chiellini with the Euro 2020 trophy next to goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma after the team arrived at the Parco dei Principi hotel in Rome on Monday, July 12. Italy won the Euro 2020 final against England on Sunday.
  • Giorgio Chiellini lifts the Euro trophy in front of Italy fans after Italy arrived at the Parco dei Principi hotel in Rome.
    Giorgio Chiellini lifts the Euro trophy in front of Italy fans after Italy arrived at the Parco dei Principi hotel in Rome.
  • Italy captain Giorgio Chielliniand manager Roberto Mancini with the European Championship trophy after arriving at Rome's Leonardo Da Vinci airport.
    Italy captain Giorgio Chielliniand manager Roberto Mancini with the European Championship trophy after arriving at Rome's Leonardo Da Vinci airport.
  • Giorgio Chiellini with the winners trophy after Italy beat England in the Euro 2020 final.
    Giorgio Chiellini with the winners trophy after Italy beat England in the Euro 2020 final.
  • Italy manager Roberto Mancini and Giorgio Chiellini holding the European Championship trophy after arriving at Rome's Fiumicino airport.
    Italy manager Roberto Mancini and Giorgio Chiellini holding the European Championship trophy after arriving at Rome's Fiumicino airport.
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Pox that threatens the Middle East's native species

Camelpox

Caused by a virus related to the one that causes human smallpox, camelpox typically causes fever, swelling of lymph nodes and skin lesions in camels aged over three, but the animal usually recovers after a month or so. Younger animals may develop a more acute form that causes internal lesions and diarrhoea, and is often fatal, especially when secondary infections result. It is found across the Middle East as well as in parts of Asia, Africa, Russia and India.

Falconpox

Falconpox can cause a variety of types of lesions, which can affect, for example, the eyelids, feet and the areas above and below the beak. It is a problem among captive falcons and is one of many types of avian pox or avipox diseases that together affect dozens of bird species across the world. Among the other forms are pigeonpox, turkeypox, starlingpox and canarypox. Avipox viruses are spread by mosquitoes and direct bird-to-bird contact.

Houbarapox

Houbarapox is, like falconpox, one of the many forms of avipox diseases. It exists in various forms, with a type that causes skin lesions being least likely to result in death. Other forms cause more severe lesions, including internal lesions, and are more likely to kill the bird, often because secondary infections develop. This summer the CVRL reported an outbreak of pox in houbaras after rains in spring led to an increase in mosquito numbers.

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Mercer, the investment consulting arm of US services company Marsh & McLennan, expects its wealth division to at least double its assets under management (AUM) in the Middle East as wealth in the region continues to grow despite economic headwinds, a company official said.

Mercer Wealth, which globally has $160 billion in AUM, plans to boost its AUM in the region to $2-$3bn in the next 2-3 years from the present $1bn, said Yasir AbuShaban, a Dubai-based principal with Mercer Wealth.

Within the next two to three years, we are looking at reaching $2 to $3 billion as a conservative estimate and we do see an opportunity to do so,” said Mr AbuShaban.

Mercer does not directly make investments, but allocates clients’ money they have discretion to, to professional asset managers. They also provide advice to clients.

“We have buying power. We can negotiate on their (client’s) behalf with asset managers to provide them lower fees than they otherwise would have to get on their own,” he added.

Mercer Wealth’s clients include sovereign wealth funds, family offices, and insurance companies among others.

From its office in Dubai, Mercer also looks after Africa, India and Turkey, where they also see opportunity for growth.

Wealth creation in Middle East and Africa (MEA) grew 8.5 per cent to $8.1 trillion last year from $7.5tn in 2015, higher than last year’s global average of 6 per cent and the second-highest growth in a region after Asia-Pacific which grew 9.9 per cent, according to consultancy Boston Consulting Group (BCG). In the region, where wealth grew just 1.9 per cent in 2015 compared with 2014, a pickup in oil prices has helped in wealth generation.

BCG is forecasting MEA wealth will rise to $12tn by 2021, growing at an annual average of 8 per cent.

Drivers of wealth generation in the region will be split evenly between new wealth creation and growth of performance of existing assets, according to BCG.

Another general trend in the region is clients’ looking for a comprehensive approach to investing, according to Mr AbuShaban.

“Institutional investors or some of the families are seeing a slowdown in the available capital they have to invest and in that sense they are looking at optimizing the way they manage their portfolios and making sure they are not investing haphazardly and different parts of their investment are working together,” said Mr AbuShaban.

Some clients also have a higher appetite for risk, given the low interest-rate environment that does not provide enough yield for some institutional investors. These clients are keen to invest in illiquid assets, such as private equity and infrastructure.

“What we have seen is a desire for higher returns in what has been a low-return environment specifically in various fixed income or bonds,” he said.

“In this environment, we have seen a de facto increase in the risk that clients are taking in things like illiquid investments, private equity investments, infrastructure and private debt, those kind of investments were higher illiquidity results in incrementally higher returns.”

The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, one of the largest sovereign wealth funds, said in its 2016 report that has gradually increased its exposure in direct private equity and private credit transactions, mainly in Asian markets and especially in China and India. The authority’s private equity department focused on structured equities owing to “their defensive characteristics.”

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Ten tax points to be aware of in 2026

1. Domestic VAT refund amendments: request your refund within five years

If a business does not apply for the refund on time, they lose their credit.

2. E-invoicing in the UAE

Businesses should continue preparing for the implementation of e-invoicing in the UAE, with 2026 a preparation and transition period ahead of phased mandatory adoption. 

3. More tax audits

Tax authorities are increasingly using data already available across multiple filings to identify audit risks. 

4. More beneficial VAT and excise tax penalty regime

Tax disputes are expected to become more frequent and more structured, with clearer administrative objection and appeal processes. The UAE has adopted a new penalty regime for VAT and excise disputes, which now mirrors the penalty regime for corporate tax.

5. Greater emphasis on statutory audit

There is a greater need for the accuracy of financial statements. The International Financial Reporting Standards standards need to be strictly adhered to and, as a result, the quality of the audits will need to increase.

6. Further transfer pricing enforcement

Transfer pricing enforcement, which refers to the practice of establishing prices for internal transactions between related entities, is expected to broaden in scope. The UAE will shortly open the possibility to negotiate advance pricing agreements, or essentially rulings for transfer pricing purposes. 

7. Limited time periods for audits

Recent amendments also introduce a default five-year limitation period for tax audits and assessments, subject to specific statutory exceptions. While the standard audit and assessment period is five years, this may be extended to up to 15 years in cases involving fraud or tax evasion. 

8. Pillar 2 implementation 

Many multinational groups will begin to feel the practical effect of the Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (DMTT), the UAE's implementation of the OECD’s global minimum tax under Pillar 2. While the rules apply for financial years starting on or after January 1, 2025, it is 2026 that marks the transition to an operational phase.

9. Reduced compliance obligations for imported goods and services

Businesses that apply the reverse-charge mechanism for VAT purposes in the UAE may benefit from reduced compliance obligations. 

10. Substance and CbC reporting focus

Tax authorities are expected to continue strengthening the enforcement of economic substance and Country-by-Country (CbC) reporting frameworks. In the UAE, these regimes are increasingly being used as risk-assessment tools, providing tax authorities with a comprehensive view of multinational groups’ global footprints and enabling them to assess whether profits are aligned with real economic activity. 

Contributed by Thomas Vanhee and Hend Rashwan, Aurifer

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The bio

Academics: Phd in strategic management in University of Wales

Number one caps: His best-seller caps are in shades of grey, blue, black and yellow

Reading: Is immersed in books on colours to understand more about the usage of different shades

Sport: Started playing polo two years ago. Helps him relax, plus he enjoys the speed and focus

Cars: Loves exotic cars and currently drives a Bentley Bentayga

Holiday: Favourite travel destinations are London and St Tropez

The years Ramadan fell in May

1987

1954

1921

1888

Countdown to Zero exhibition will show how disease can be beaten

Countdown to Zero: Defeating Disease, an international multimedia exhibition created by the American Museum of National History in collaboration with The Carter Center, will open in Abu Dhabi a  month before Reaching the Last Mile.

Opening on October 15 and running until November 15, the free exhibition opens at The Galleria mall on Al Maryah Island, and has already been seen at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum in Atlanta, the American Museum of Natural History in New York, and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.

 

The specs: Aston Martin DB11 V8 vs Ferrari GTC4Lusso T

Price, base: Dh840,000; Dh120,000

Engine: 4.0L V8 twin-turbo; 3.9L V8 turbo

Transmission: Eight-speed automatic; seven-speed automatic

Power: 509hp @ 6,000rpm; 601hp @ 7,500rpm

Torque: 695Nm @ 2,000rpm; 760Nm @ 3,000rpm

Fuel economy, combined: 9.9L / 100km; 11.6L / 100km

In numbers: China in Dubai

The number of Chinese people living in Dubai: An estimated 200,000

Number of Chinese people in International City: Almost 50,000

Daily visitors to Dragon Mart in 2018/19: 120,000

Daily visitors to Dragon Mart in 2010: 20,000

Percentage increase in visitors in eight years: 500 per cent

Pathaan
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Conflict, drought, famine

Estimates of the number of deaths caused by the famine range from 400,000 to 1 million, according to a document prepared for the UK House of Lords in 2024.
It has been claimed that the policies of the Ethiopian government, which took control after deposing Emperor Haile Selassie in a military-led revolution in 1974, contributed to the scale of the famine.
Dr Miriam Bradley, senior lecturer in humanitarian studies at the University of Manchester, has argued that, by the early 1980s, “several government policies combined to cause, rather than prevent, a famine which lasted from 1983 to 1985. Mengistu’s government imposed Stalinist-model agricultural policies involving forced collectivisation and villagisation [relocation of communities into planned villages].
The West became aware of the catastrophe through a series of BBC News reports by journalist Michael Buerk in October 1984 describing a “biblical famine” and containing graphic images of thousands of people, including children, facing starvation.

Band Aid

Bob Geldof, singer with the Irish rock group The Boomtown Rats, formed Band Aid in response to the horrific images shown in the news broadcasts.
With Midge Ure of the band Ultravox, he wrote the hit charity single Do They Know it’s Christmas in December 1984, featuring a string of high-profile musicians.
Following the single’s success, the idea to stage a rock concert evolved.
Live Aid was a series of simultaneous concerts that took place at Wembley Stadium in London, John F Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia, the US, and at various other venues across the world.
The combined event was broadcast to an estimated worldwide audience of 1.5 billion.

Frankenstein in Baghdad
Ahmed Saadawi
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Results

United States beat UAE by three wickets

United States beat Scotland by 35 runs

UAE v Scotland – no result

United States beat UAE by 98 runs

Scotland beat United States by four wickets

Fixtures

Sunday, 10am, ICC Academy, Dubai - UAE v Scotland

Admission is free

'Top Gun: Maverick'

Rating: 4/5

 

Directed by: Joseph Kosinski

 

Starring: Tom Cruise, Val Kilmer, Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, Miles Teller, Glen Powell, Ed Harris

 
Updated: June 11, 2022, 12:21 PM