Britain's Prince William (R), the Duke of Cambridge, and his wife Catherine participate in a therapy session on a visit to the Foundling Museum in London. The visit was made to learn more about the care sector and meet representatives from across the system, including those with direct experience of living in care. AFP
Britain's Prince William (R), the Duke of Cambridge, and his wife Catherine participate in a therapy session on a visit to the Foundling Museum in London. The visit was made to learn more about the care sector and meet representatives from across the system, including those with direct experience of living in care. AFP
A child stands in the snow-covered Salat Zagrous Camp for the internally displaced, in Aleppo, northern Syria. The UN called for urgent aid for people in the Afrin and Azaz areas after camps were cut off, with many tents buried under snow. EPA
A child stands in the snow-covered Salat Zagrous Camp for the internally displaced, in Aleppo, northern Syria. The UN called for urgent aid for people in the Afrin and Azaz areas after camps were cut off, with many tents buried under snow. EPA
A tiger at a lantern show in Yuyuan Garden in Shanghai, installed as part of the Lunar New Year celebrations. AFP
A tiger at a lantern show in Yuyuan Garden in Shanghai, installed as part of the Lunar New Year celebrations. AFP
People take part in El Gueguense, a satirical drama and an expression of protest against colonial rule to mark the Feast of Saint Sebastian, in Diriamba, Nicaragua. Reuters
People take part in El Gueguense, a satirical drama and an expression of protest against colonial rule to mark the Feast of Saint Sebastian, in Diriamba, Nicaragua. Reuters
A customer gets a haircut in a concert hall as such venues unite with museums to protest against government rules allowing gyms and hairdressers to reopen while they have to stay shut due to coronavirus restrictions, in Amsterdam. Reuters
A customer gets a haircut in a concert hall as such venues unite with museums to protest against government rules allowing gyms and hairdressers to reopen while they have to stay shut due to coronavirus restrictions, in Amsterdam. Reuters
Limited edition Louis Vuitton Nike 'Air Force 1' trainers, created by US designer Virgil Abloh, on displayed at an auction preview at Sotheby's, New York. Proceeds will go towards an educational scholarship fund started by Abloh before his death in November 2021. EPA
Limited edition Louis Vuitton Nike 'Air Force 1' trainers, created by US designer Virgil Abloh, on displayed at an auction preview at Sotheby's, New York. Proceeds will go towards an educational scholarship fund started by Abloh before his death in November 2021. EPA
A Palestinian girl feeds a donkey on a rainy day in Khan Younis, in the southern Gaza Strip. AFP
A Palestinian girl feeds a donkey on a rainy day in Khan Younis, in the southern Gaza Strip. AFP
A manatee pokes its nose out of the water as it swims near the main spring, Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022, at Blue Spring State Park in Orange City, Fla. The manatees are attracted to the warmth of the 73-degree Fahrenheit spring during cold weather, with a record-breaking number counted by volunteer manatee watchers this week. (Joe Burbank / Orlando Sentinel via AP)
A manatee pokes its nose out of the water as it swims near the main spring, Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022, at Blue Spring State Park in Orange City, Fla. The manatees are attracted to the warmth of the 73-degree Fahrenheit spring during cold weather, with a record-breaking number counted by volunteer manatee watchers this week. (Joe Burbank / Orlando Sentinel via AP)

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The National

January 20, 2022

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'The Batman'

Stars:Robert Pattinson

Director:Matt Reeves

Rating: 5/5

Bio

Born in Dibba, Sharjah in 1972.
He is the eldest among 11 brothers and sisters.
He was educated in Sharjah schools and is a graduate of UAE University in Al Ain.
He has written poetry for 30 years and has had work published in local newspapers.
He likes all kinds of adventure movies that relate to his work.
His dream is a safe and preserved environment for all humankind. 
His favourite book is The Quran, and 'Maze of Innovation and Creativity', written by his brother.

Fixtures and results:

Wed, Aug 29:

  • Malaysia bt Hong Kong by 3 wickets
  • Oman bt Nepal by 7 wickets
  • UAE bt Singapore by 215 runs

Thu, Aug 30: 

  • UAE bt Nepal by 78 runs
  • Hong Kong bt Singapore by 5 wickets
  • Oman bt Malaysia by 2 wickets

Sat, Sep 1: UAE v Hong Kong; Oman v Singapore; Malaysia v Nepal

Sun, Sep 2: Hong Kong v Oman; Malaysia v UAE; Nepal v Singapore

Tue, Sep 4: Malaysia v Singapore; UAE v Oman; Nepal v Hong Kong

Thu, Sep 6: Final

The specs

AT4 Ultimate, as tested

Engine: 6.2-litre V8

Power: 420hp

Torque: 623Nm

Transmission: 10-speed automatic

Price: From Dh330,800 (Elevation: Dh236,400; AT4: Dh286,800; Denali: Dh345,800)

On sale: Now

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The five pillars of Islam

1. Fasting 

2. Prayer 

3. Hajj 

4. Shahada 

5. Zakat 

MATCH INFO

Uefa Champions League semi-final, first leg
Bayern Munich v Real Madrid
When: April 25, 10.45pm kick-off (UAE)
Where: Allianz Arena, Munich
Live: BeIN Sports HD
Second leg: May 1, Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid

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Sunday, February 3, 2019 - Rome to Abu Dhabi
1pm: departure by plane from Rome / Fiumicino to Abu Dhabi
10pm: arrival at Abu Dhabi Presidential Airport


Monday, February 4
12pm: welcome ceremony at the main entrance of the Presidential Palace
12.20pm: visit Abu Dhabi Crown Prince at Presidential Palace
5pm: private meeting with Muslim Council of Elders at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
6.10pm: Inter-religious in the Founder's Memorial


Tuesday, February 5 - Abu Dhabi to Rome
9.15am: private visit to undisclosed cathedral
10.30am: public mass at Zayed Sports City – with a homily by Pope Francis
12.40pm: farewell at Abu Dhabi Presidential Airport
1pm: departure by plane to Rome
5pm: arrival at the Rome / Ciampino International Airport

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Updated: January 20, 2022, 12:30 PM