• LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 23: In this handout provided by Led By Donkeys, Activists from political campaign group Led By Donkeys, pour paint onto the road to create a giant Ukrainian flag outside the Russian Embassy on February 23, 2023 in London, England. The group created the flag using washable paint poured onto the road and then driven through by passing vehicles to show solidarity with Ukraine on the eve of the one year mark since the Russian invasion of Ukraine began. (Photo by Handout / Led By Donkeys via Getty Images)
    LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 23: In this handout provided by Led By Donkeys, Activists from political campaign group Led By Donkeys, pour paint onto the road to create a giant Ukrainian flag outside the Russian Embassy on February 23, 2023 in London, England. The group created the flag using washable paint poured onto the road and then driven through by passing vehicles to show solidarity with Ukraine on the eve of the one year mark since the Russian invasion of Ukraine began. (Photo by Handout / Led By Donkeys via Getty Images)
  • Striking tourism sector workers in Athens, Greece, flee tear gas fired by security forcers members at the entrance to the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs. AFP
    Striking tourism sector workers in Athens, Greece, flee tear gas fired by security forcers members at the entrance to the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs. AFP
  • Relatives of Jimmy Carter put up painted peace symbols in Plains, Georgia, where the former US president is receiving end-of-life care at home. Reuters
    Relatives of Jimmy Carter put up painted peace symbols in Plains, Georgia, where the former US president is receiving end-of-life care at home. Reuters
  • A US Air Force U-2 pilot looks down at the suspected Chinese surveillance balloon as it floats above the central US on February 3 in a newly released image. Reuters
    A US Air Force U-2 pilot looks down at the suspected Chinese surveillance balloon as it floats above the central US on February 3 in a newly released image. Reuters
  • Thousands of knots gather on a lagoon in Snettisham, Norfolk, UK. About 300,000 wading birds spend winter at the site on the eastern coast of England. Getty
    Thousands of knots gather on a lagoon in Snettisham, Norfolk, UK. About 300,000 wading birds spend winter at the site on the eastern coast of England. Getty
  • A man covers his mouth and nose as he walks through smoke and dust in Dhaka, Bangladesh, one of the world's most polluted cities. EPA
    A man covers his mouth and nose as he walks through smoke and dust in Dhaka, Bangladesh, one of the world's most polluted cities. EPA
  • A Sphynx cat - a furless breed - with a tattoo that reads 'Made in Mexico', that was rescued by police from a prison in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. Reuters
    A Sphynx cat - a furless breed - with a tattoo that reads 'Made in Mexico', that was rescued by police from a prison in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. Reuters
  • A rabbit stands among the rubble of a building that collapsed in this month's earthquakes in Hatay, Turkey. EPA
    A rabbit stands among the rubble of a building that collapsed in this month's earthquakes in Hatay, Turkey. EPA
  • Junesun Fungi's farm in Xuzhou, China, grows mushrooms using some of the million tonnes of straw produced by agriculture in the province. EPA
    Junesun Fungi's farm in Xuzhou, China, grows mushrooms using some of the million tonnes of straw produced by agriculture in the province. EPA
  • Nepalis throw flour at the Boudhanath Stupa temple in Kathmandu on the third day of the Nepali Buddhist and Tibetan New Year. AFP
    Nepalis throw flour at the Boudhanath Stupa temple in Kathmandu on the third day of the Nepali Buddhist and Tibetan New Year. AFP
  • A badge seller stands next to his wares on a street in Taipei, Taiwan. AFP
    A badge seller stands next to his wares on a street in Taipei, Taiwan. AFP
  • A visitor looks at a display of limited edition sports shoes made in collaboration with local shop Limited Edt for the Sneakertopia exhibition at the Art Science Museum in Singapore. Reuters
    A visitor looks at a display of limited edition sports shoes made in collaboration with local shop Limited Edt for the Sneakertopia exhibition at the Art Science Museum in Singapore. Reuters
  • Ice forms on Erick Harrison's moustache as he shovels a pavement during a winter storm, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, US. AP
    Ice forms on Erick Harrison's moustache as he shovels a pavement during a winter storm, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, US. AP
  • A hand-reared flying-fox in the soft release enclosure at Yarra Bend Park in Melbourne, Australia. EPA
    A hand-reared flying-fox in the soft release enclosure at Yarra Bend Park in Melbourne, Australia. EPA
  • A residential building in the town of Lyman, Donetsk region, damaged during the Russian invasion of Ukraine. AFP
    A residential building in the town of Lyman, Donetsk region, damaged during the Russian invasion of Ukraine. AFP
  • Models present creations for Fendi during Fashion Week in Milan. AFP
    Models present creations for Fendi during Fashion Week in Milan. AFP

World

Today's best photos: from Ukraine solidarity protest to Milan Fashion Week

The National picks the most striking images from around the world

The National

February 23, 2023

  • English
  • Arabic

More from The National:

Wednesday's best photos: From Tibetan New Year to lightning hitting Christ the Redeemer

Tuesday's best photos: from Rio Carnival fever to cherry trees in Japan

Monday's best photos: from the 'Battle of the Oranges' to 'straw men' in Switzerland

Sunday's best photos: from a celebratory high-dive to a concert in a reservoir

Saturday's best photos: from London Fashion Week to Sao Paulo carnival

Friday's best photos: from the 65th Vienna Opera Ball to a rubber glove factory

'Munich: The Edge of War'

Director: Christian Schwochow

Starring: George MacKay, Jannis Niewohner, Jeremy Irons

Rating: 3/5

The burning issue

The internal combustion engine is facing a watershed moment – major manufacturer Volvo is to stop producing petroleum-powered vehicles by 2021 and countries in Europe, including the UK, have vowed to ban their sale before 2040. The National takes a look at the story of one of the most successful technologies of the last 100 years and how it has impacted life in the UAE. 

Read part four: an affection for classic cars lives on

Read part three: the age of the electric vehicle begins

Read part two: how climate change drove the race for an alternative 

While you're here
more from Janine di Giovanni
Groom and Two Brides

Director: Elie Semaan

Starring: Abdullah Boushehri, Laila Abdallah, Lulwa Almulla

Rating: 3/5

What is Folia?

Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed bin Talal's new plant-based menu will launch at Four Seasons hotels in Dubai this November. A desire to cater to people looking for clean, healthy meals beyond green salad is what inspired Prince Khaled and American celebrity chef Matthew Kenney to create Folia. The word means "from the leaves" in Latin, and the exclusive menu offers fine plant-based cuisine across Four Seasons properties in Los Angeles, Bahrain and, soon, Dubai.

Kenney specialises in vegan cuisine and is the founder of Plant Food Wine and 20 other restaurants worldwide. "I’ve always appreciated Matthew’s work," says the Saudi royal. "He has a singular culinary talent and his approach to plant-based dining is prescient and unrivalled. I was a fan of his long before we established our professional relationship."

Folia first launched at The Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills in July 2018. It is available at the poolside Cabana Restaurant and for in-room dining across the property, as well as in its private event space. The food is vibrant and colourful, full of fresh dishes such as the hearts of palm ceviche with California fruit, vegetables and edible flowers; green hearb tacos filled with roasted squash and king oyster barbacoa; and a savoury coconut cream pie with macadamia crust.

In March 2019, the Folia menu reached Gulf shores, as it was introduced at the Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay, where it is served at the Bay View Lounge. Next, on Tuesday, November 1 – also known as World Vegan Day – it will come to the UAE, to the Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach and the Four Seasons DIFC, both properties Prince Khaled has spent "considerable time at and love". 

There are also plans to take Folia to several more locations throughout the Middle East and Europe.

While health-conscious diners will be attracted to the concept, Prince Khaled is careful to stress Folia is "not meant for a specific subset of customers. It is meant for everyone who wants a culinary experience without the negative impact that eating out so often comes with."

The Written World: How Literature Shaped History
Martin Puchner
Granta

While you're here
SPECS
%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EEngine%3A%20%3C%2Fstrong%3E2.4-litre%204-cylinder%20turbo%20hybrid%0D%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EPower%3A%3C%2Fstrong%3E%20366hp%0D%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ETorque%3A%20%3C%2Fstrong%3E550Nm%0D%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ETransmission%3A%20%3C%2Fstrong%3ESix-speed%20auto%0D%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EPrice%3A%3C%2Fstrong%3E%20From%20Dh360%2C000%0D%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EAvailable%3A%20%3C%2Fstrong%3ENow%0D%3C%2Fp%3E%0A
COMPANY%20PROFILE
%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EName%3A%20%3C%2Fstrong%3EKinetic%207%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EStarted%3A%3C%2Fstrong%3E%202018%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EFounder%3A%3C%2Fstrong%3E%20Rick%20Parish%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EBased%3A%3C%2Fstrong%3E%20Abu%20Dhabi%2C%20UAE%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EIndustry%3A%3C%2Fstrong%3E%20Clean%20cooking%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EFunding%3A%3C%2Fstrong%3E%20%2410%20million%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EInvestors%3A%3C%2Fstrong%3E%20Self-funded%3C%2Fp%3E%0A
COMPANY PROFILE
Name: ARDH Collective
Based: Dubai
Founders: Alhaan Ahmed, Alyina Ahmed and Maximo Tettamanzi
Sector: Sustainability
Total funding: Self funded
Number of employees: 4
While you're here
While you're here
RESULTS

Manchester United 2

Anthony Martial 30'

Scott McTominay 90 6' 

Manchester City 0

Updated: February 23, 2023, 2:50 PM
World