• Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, receives Israel's President Isaac Herzog at Expo 2020 Dubai. Sheikh Mohammed said that Israel's participation in the world's fair along with more than 190 countries opens up many areas for co-operation. Photo: Twitter
    Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, receives Israel's President Isaac Herzog at Expo 2020 Dubai. Sheikh Mohammed said that Israel's participation in the world's fair along with more than 190 countries opens up many areas for co-operation. Photo: Twitter
  • Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, receives President Isaac Herzog at Expo 2020 Dubai on the second day of the Israel leader's visit to the UAE. Photo: Twitter
    Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, receives President Isaac Herzog at Expo 2020 Dubai on the second day of the Israel leader's visit to the UAE. Photo: Twitter
  • Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, accompanied by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, discussed opportunities for co-operation with President Isaac Herzog of Israel at Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Twitter
    Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, accompanied by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, discussed opportunities for co-operation with President Isaac Herzog of Israel at Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Twitter
  • Shiekh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, left, was in attendance as President of Israel Isaac Herzog, not pictured, visited Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Twitter
    Shiekh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, left, was in attendance as President of Israel Isaac Herzog, not pictured, visited Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Twitter
  • Visitors blow shofars, a musical instrument made from ram's horns, during the visit by Israeli President Isaac Herzog to Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Reuters
    Visitors blow shofars, a musical instrument made from ram's horns, during the visit by Israeli President Isaac Herzog to Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Reuters
  • President of Israel Isaac Herzog arrives at the Expo 2020 Dubai site for Israel's national day at the world's fair. Photo: Reuters
    President of Israel Isaac Herzog arrives at the Expo 2020 Dubai site for Israel's national day at the world's fair. Photo: Reuters
  • Israel's President Isaac Herzog addresses a gathering at Al Wasl Plaza on the Expo 2020 Dubai site. Photo: Reuters
    Israel's President Isaac Herzog addresses a gathering at Al Wasl Plaza on the Expo 2020 Dubai site. Photo: Reuters
  • In his address at Expo 2020 Dubai, President Isaac Herzog said he hoped more Arab nations will normalise relations with Israel, as the UAE has done. Photo: EPA
    In his address at Expo 2020 Dubai, President Isaac Herzog said he hoped more Arab nations will normalise relations with Israel, as the UAE has done. Photo: EPA
  • The flags of the UAE and Israeli fly at Expo 2020 Dubai as Israel's President Isaac Herzog visited to mark his country's national day at the world's fair. Photo: AP
    The flags of the UAE and Israeli fly at Expo 2020 Dubai as Israel's President Isaac Herzog visited to mark his country's national day at the world's fair. Photo: AP

Isaac Herzog visits Expo 2020 Dubai for Israel's celebration day


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  • Arabic

Israel's president visited Expo 2020 Dubai on Monday as his country marked a day of celebrations at the world's fair.

Isaac Herzog stood at Al Wasl Plaza for a ceremony at which the Israeli and Emirati national anthems were played.

Mr Herzog and his wife, first lady Michal Herzog, were on the second day of a two-day visit to the Emirates — the first by an Israeli head of state. Mr Herzog was welcomed by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai and Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai.

[Expo 2020] is a remarkable celebration of each nation’s unique identity. It is also a reminder of what can be accomplished when we work together to break down borders by connecting minds and imagining a different future
Isaac Herzog,
President of Israel

“I hope and I believe that more and more nations will soon follow the UAE lead and join the Abraham Accords,” he told a crowd of Israeli and Emirati officials.

Trade between the two nations has exceeded $1 billion, he said, since the agreement to normalise relations between the two countries was signed in September 2020. He said 250,000 Israelis had so far visited the UAE and hoped Emiratis would reciprocate once Covid-19 restrictions eased.

“I welcome this exciting opportunity to see this beautiful land," Mr Herzog said.

"Expo 2020 Dubai is a huge achievement for all of you, and also a huge achievement for Dubai itself and the brave leaders of this country, whom I have had the privilege of meeting.

"It is a remarkable celebration of each nation’s unique identity. It is also a reminder of what can be accomplished when we work together to break down borders by connecting minds and imagining a different future."

"The State of Israel is eager to walk with the UAE, and all the nations here at the Expo towards a brighter, more sustainable and more peaceful tomorrow, for our nations, our region and the entire world."

Speaking in Arabic, he added: “May God bless you and grant you long lives. Thank you very much.”

On Sunday, Mr Herzog met members of the Jewish community in the Emirates.

“I've visited many Jewish communities around the world, but it's particularly moving to meet the Jewish community of the UAE,” he wrote on Twitter.

“Pleased to see a wonderful community taking shape, with official recognition. The UAE's spirit of tolerance and coexistence is a model for our region.”

  • Performers and staff members hold Israeli flags at the Israel day celebration at Expo 2020 Dubai. All photos: Pawan Singh / The National
    Performers and staff members hold Israeli flags at the Israel day celebration at Expo 2020 Dubai. All photos: Pawan Singh / The National
  • The Israeli pavilion is decorated with blue and white balloons.
    The Israeli pavilion is decorated with blue and white balloons.
  • A henna artist decorates a visitor's hand during the Israel day celebration.
    A henna artist decorates a visitor's hand during the Israel day celebration.
  • Dancers perform at the Israel pavilion.
    Dancers perform at the Israel pavilion.
  • Artists play drums with visitors during the Israel day celebration.
    Artists play drums with visitors during the Israel day celebration.
  • Musicians celebrate Israel day.
    Musicians celebrate Israel day.
  • Dancers performing during the Israel day celebration.
    Dancers performing during the Israel day celebration.
  • Staff members hold Israeli flags at the Expo 2020 site in Dubai.
    Staff members hold Israeli flags at the Expo 2020 site in Dubai.
  • Pictures are displayed on screens during the Israel day celebration.
    Pictures are displayed on screens during the Israel day celebration.
  • A visitor's hand decorated with henna at the Israeli pavilion.
    A visitor's hand decorated with henna at the Israeli pavilion.
  • A visitor wears a hat made from blue and white balloons.
    A visitor wears a hat made from blue and white balloons.
  • Artists play drums with visitors at the Israeli pavilion.
    Artists play drums with visitors at the Israeli pavilion.
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In the village of Mevagissey in southwest England the housing stock has doubled in the last century while the number of residents is half the historic high. The village's Neighbourhood Development Plan states that 26% of homes are holiday retreats. Prices are high, averaging around £300,000, £50,000 more than the Cornish average of £250,000. The local average wage is £15,458. 

If you go

Flying

Despite the extreme distance, flying to Fairbanks is relatively simple, requiring just one transfer in Seattle, which can be reached directly from Dubai with Emirates for Dh6,800 return.

 

Touring

Gondwana Ecotours’ seven-day Polar Bear Adventure starts in Fairbanks in central Alaska before visiting Kaktovik and Utqiarvik on the North Slope. Polar bear viewing is highly likely in Kaktovik, with up to five two-hour boat tours included. Prices start from Dh11,500 per person, with all local flights, meals and accommodation included; gondwanaecotours.com 

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MATCH INFO

Chelsea 1
Alonso (62')

Huddersfield Town 1
Depoitre (50')

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F1 The Movie

Starring: Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, Javier Bardem

Director: Joseph Kosinski

Rating: 4/5

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From Zero

Artist: Linkin Park

Label: Warner Records

Number of tracks: 11

Rating: 4/5

Sinopharm vaccine explained

The Sinopharm vaccine was created using techniques that have been around for decades. 

“This is an inactivated vaccine. Simply what it means is that the virus is taken, cultured and inactivated," said Dr Nawal Al Kaabi, chair of the UAE's National Covid-19 Clinical Management Committee.

"What is left is a skeleton of the virus so it looks like a virus, but it is not live."

This is then injected into the body.

"The body will recognise it and form antibodies but because it is inactive, we will need more than one dose. The body will not develop immunity with one dose," she said.

"You have to be exposed more than one time to what we call the antigen."

The vaccine should offer protection for at least months, but no one knows how long beyond that.

Dr Al Kaabi said early vaccine volunteers in China were given shots last spring and still have antibodies today.

“Since it is inactivated, it will not last forever," she said.

Traits of Chinese zodiac animals

Tiger:independent, successful, volatile
Rat:witty, creative, charming
Ox:diligent, perseverent, conservative
Rabbit:gracious, considerate, sensitive
Dragon:prosperous, brave, rash
Snake:calm, thoughtful, stubborn
Horse:faithful, energetic, carefree
Sheep:easy-going, peacemaker, curious
Monkey:family-orientated, clever, playful
Rooster:honest, confident, pompous
Dog:loyal, kind, perfectionist
Boar:loving, tolerant, indulgent   

The specs

Engine: 1.6-litre 4-cyl turbo

Power: 217hp at 5,750rpm

Torque: 300Nm at 1,900rpm

Transmission: eight-speed auto

Price: from Dh130,000

On sale: now

How much do leading UAE’s UK curriculum schools charge for Year 6?
  1. Nord Anglia International School (Dubai) – Dh85,032
  2. Kings School Al Barsha (Dubai) – Dh71,905
  3. Brighton College Abu Dhabi - Dh68,560
  4. Jumeirah English Speaking School (Dubai) – Dh59,728
  5. Gems Wellington International School – Dubai Branch – Dh58,488
  6. The British School Al Khubairat (Abu Dhabi) - Dh54,170
  7. Dubai English Speaking School – Dh51,269

*Annual tuition fees covering the 2024/2025 academic year

MATCH INFO

Barcelona 2
Suarez (10'), Messi (52')

Real Madrid 2
Ronaldo (14'), Bale (72')

Results

3pm: Handicap (PA) Dh40,000 (Dirt) 1,000m; Winner: Dhafra, Antonio Fresu (jockey), Eric Lemartinel (trainer)

3.30pm: Maiden (PA) Dh40,000 (D) 2,000m; Winner: Al Ajayib, Antonio Fresu, Eric Lemartinel

4pm: Handicap (PA) Dh40,000 (D) 1,700m; Winner: Ashtr, Abdul Aziz Al Balushi, Majed Al Jahouri

4.30pm: Handicap (TB) Dh40,000 (D) 1,700m; Winner: Falcon Claws, Szczepan Mazur, Doug Watson

5pm: Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan Cup – Prestige Handicap (PA) Dh100,000 (D) 1,700m; Winner: Al Mufham SB, Al Moatasem Al Balushi, Badar Al Hajri

5.30pm: Sharjah Marathon – Handicap (PA) Dh70,000 (D) 2,700m; Winner: Asraa Min Al Talqa, Al Moatasem Al Balushi, Helal Al Alawi

First Person
Richard Flanagan
Chatto & Windus 

Real estate tokenisation project

Dubai launched the pilot phase of its real estate tokenisation project last month.

The initiative focuses on converting real estate assets into digital tokens recorded on blockchain technology and helps in streamlining the process of buying, selling and investing, the Dubai Land Department said.

Dubai’s real estate tokenisation market is projected to reach Dh60 billion ($16.33 billion) by 2033, representing 7 per cent of the emirate’s total property transactions, according to the DLD.

RESULTS

1.45pm: Handicap (TB) Dh80,000 (Dirt) 1,400m
Winners: Hyde Park, Royston Ffrench (jockey), Salem bin Ghadayer (trainer)

2.15pm: Conditions (TB) Dh100,000 (D) 1,400m
Winner: Shamikh, Ryan Curatolo, Nicholas Bachalard

2.45pm: Conditions (TB) Dh100,000 (D) 1,200m
Winner: Hurry Up, Royston Ffrench, Salem bin Ghadayer.

3.15pm: Shadwell Jebel Ali Mile Group 3 (TB) Dh575,000 (D) 1,600m
Winner: Blown by Wind, Xavier Ziani, Salem bin Ghadayer

3.45pm: Handicap (TB) Dh72,000 (D) 1,600m
Winner: Mazagran, Tadhg O’Shea, Satish Seemar.

4.15pm: Handicap (TB) Dh64,000 (D) 1,950m
Winner: Obeyaan, Adrie de Vries, Mujeeb Rehman

4.45pm: Handicap (TB) Dh84,000 (D) 1,000m
Winner: Shanaghai City, Fabrice Veron, Rashed Bouresly.

SPAIN SQUAD

Goalkeepers Simon (Athletic Bilbao), De Gea (Manchester United), Sanchez (Brighton)

Defenders Gaya (Valencia), Alba (Barcelona), P Torres (Villarreal), Laporte (Manchester City), Garcia (Manchester City), D Llorente (Leeds), Azpilicueta (Chelsea)

Midfielders Busquets (Barcelona), Rodri (Manchester City), Pedri (Barcelona), Thiago (Liverpool), Koke (Atletico Madrid), Ruiz (Napoli), M Llorente (Atletico Madrid)

Forwards: Olmo (RB Leipzig), Oyarzabal (Real Sociedad), Morata (Juventus), Moreno (Villarreal), F Torres (Manchester City), Traore (Wolves), Sarabia (PSG)

Updated: January 31, 2022, 1:28 PM