Fitness is this week's main theme, with Dubai Fitness Challenge and Active Abu Dhabi's Walk 1000 initiative under way. A monster truck showdown is also on the schedule, as well as an Indian food festival channelling a popular tourist hub in the South Asian country.
Here, The National rounds up seven things to do around the Emirates from November 4 to November 10.
Monday, November 4
Lace up your walking shoes in Abu Dhabi as Emirates Foundation and PureHealth launch Walk 100 to promote health and fitness across the capital.
The main event is a 1,000km walking challenge by 10 athletes from Al Sila, through the Liwa desert to Al Wathba, passing cultural and historical landmarks along the way. The journey will be documented, with the film showcase taking place next year. Members of the public will have opportunities to join the walk at different points throughout the month, with details to be made available on Active Abu Dhabi's Instagram account.
In the meantime, residents can download PureHealth's Pura application and clock in 6,000 steps per day as part of the 30-day walking challenge.
November 1 to November 30; more information on activeabudhabi.com
Tuesday, November 5
Dubai Fitness Challenge is back, which means several neighbourhoods in the city have transformed into open-air gyms. Tilal Al Ghaf is one of them, with free daily activities at the lagoon park.
Four fitness zones are on site, dedicated to a variety of workouts including spin classes, CrossFit and yoga. The activities are open to everyone, but it's perfect for people who live close by in Motor City, Arabian Ranches and Mira. A dedicated children's zone is also available. Classes can be booked in advance on the Fitcode app.
Until November 24; Tilal Al Ghaf; dubaifitnesschallenge.com
Wednesday, November 6
Beauty enthusiasts can head to Coca-Cola Arena as Sephoria begins. The three-day event by Sephora gathers some of the biggest beauty brands to showcase their products and engage with their customers. Guests can sample products, take photos in the funhouse-inspired decor and attend special masterclasses with moguls such as Huda Kattan of Huda Beauty, Mario Dedivanovic of Makeup by Mario and Chris Appleton of Color Wow.
Dozens of brands will be at the event, including Fenty Skin, Gucci, Laneige, Olaplex, Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez, Supergoop and Youth to the People.
Wednesday to Friday; 2pm-10pm; from Dh250; Coca-Cola Arena; 800 22 33 88
Thursday, November 7
The charm and flavours of Mall Road, a major tourist centre in India's Himachal Pradesh, are being recreated at Pahadi restaurant in Dubai.
Live food stations are on the cards, such as a chaat counter with kamal kakdi, spicy gol gappa and dahi bhalla; as well as a grill station with yellow chilli and amchoor paneer tikka, hariyali stuffed mushrooms, chargrilled lamb chops and jumbo prawns with Kashimi chilli glaze. Other Himalayan dishes on the menu include palak ka kapa with butter rotia and gawti murgh with butter naan. Round off the meal at the dessert counter, with dishes such as moong dal halwa and creamy kulfi.
Monday to Thursday, 6pm-2am; Friday to Sunday, 6pm-2am; until November 30; Bur Dubai; 052 399 7543
Friday, November 8
Drop by Dubai Design District to stroll around the area's numerous art installations and displays, as part of the ongoing Dubai Design Week. Among the highlights is a large-scale floral installation handcrafted from recycled materials by Dutch artist Linda Nieuwstad and an outdoor pavilion by Dubai-based studio Bone made entirely of prefabricated earth blocks. Visitors can also check out the inaugural Editions Art and Design, which features more than 50 galleries, design studios and collectives selling limited-edition art, from photographs to prints and ceramics.
Wedneday to Saturday, from noon; from Dh50; Dubai Design District; downtowndesign.com
Saturday, November 9
Fitness and environmental consciousness will combine at Eco Walk 2024 on Saturday, taking place at Expo City Dubai. About 2,000 ghaf seeds will be planted at the event, and the organisers will also distribute an additional 5,000 seeds to visitors. The free event will start with a 2km walk, followed by the tree-planting ceremony at Al Forsan Park. Eco-friendly food will be served and visitors are encouraged to wear green clothing.
Saturday, 7am-12.30pm; Dubai Expo City; ecowalk@jyk.ae
Sunday, November 10
Glowing monster trucks will take over Etihad Arena on Sunday. The Hot Wheels glow party is perfect for families and will feature several recognisable monster trucks such as Tiger Shark, Mega Wrex, Demo Derby and Gunkster. Aside from the show, a dance party is also on the cards, as well as dazzling light shows. Visitors can also enjoy Hot Wheels giveaways.
Friday, from 6.30pm; Saturday, from 11am and 6.30pm; Sunday, from 11am; from Dh160; Etihad Arena; abu-dhabi.platinumlist.net
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Studied up to grade 12 in Vatanappally, a village in India’s southern Thrissur district
Was a middle distance state athletics champion in school
Enjoys driving to Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah with family
His dream is to continue working as a social worker and help people
Has seven diaries in which he has jotted down notes about his work and money he earned
Keeps the diaries in his car to remember his journey in the Emirates
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THE BIO
Age: 30
Favourite book: The Power of Habit
Favourite quote: "The world is full of good people, if you cannot find one, be one"
Favourite exercise: The snatch
Favourite colour: Blue
The specs
Engine: 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbo
Power: 240hp at 5,500rpm
Torque: 390Nm at 3,000rpm
Transmission: eight-speed auto
Price: from Dh122,745
On sale: now
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UAE v Gibraltar
What: International friendly
When: 7pm kick off
Where: Rugby Park, Dubai Sports City
Admission: Free
Online: The match will be broadcast live on Dubai Exiles’ Facebook page
UAE squad: Lucas Waddington (Dubai Exiles), Gio Fourie (Exiles), Craig Nutt (Abu Dhabi Harlequins), Phil Brady (Harlequins), Daniel Perry (Dubai Hurricanes), Esekaia Dranibota (Harlequins), Matt Mills (Exiles), Jaen Botes (Exiles), Kristian Stinson (Exiles), Murray Reason (Abu Dhabi Saracens), Dave Knight (Hurricanes), Ross Samson (Jebel Ali Dragons), DuRandt Gerber (Exiles), Saki Naisau (Dragons), Andrew Powell (Hurricanes), Emosi Vacanau (Harlequins), Niko Volavola (Dragons), Matt Richards (Dragons), Luke Stevenson (Harlequins), Josh Ives (Dubai Sports City Eagles), Sean Stevens (Saracens), Thinus Steyn (Exiles)
FA Cup fifth round draw
Sheffield Wednesday v Manchester City
Reading/Cardiff City v Sheffield United
Chelsea v Shrewsbury Town/Liverpool
West Bromwich Albion v Newcastle United/Oxford United
Leicester City v Coventry City/Birmingham City
Northampton Town/Derby County v Manchester United
Southampton/Tottenham Hotspur v Norwich City
Portsmouth v Arsenal
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Primera Liga fixtures (all times UAE: 4 GMT)
Friday
Real Sociedad v Villarreal (10.15pm)
Real Betis v Celta Vigo (midnight)
Saturday
Alaves v Barcelona (8.15pm)
Levante v Deportivo La Coruna (10.15pm)
Girona v Malaga (10.15pm)
Las Palmas v Atletico Madrid (12.15am)
Sunday
Espanyol v Leganes (8.15pm)
Eibar v Athletic Bilbao (8.15pm)
Getafe v Sevilla (10.15pm)
Real Madrid v Valencia (10.15pm)
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Lexus LX700h specs
Engine: 3.4-litre twin-turbo V6 plus supplementary electric motor
Power: 464hp at 5,200rpm
Torque: 790Nm from 2,000-3,600rpm
Transmission: 10-speed auto
Fuel consumption: 11.7L/100km
On sale: Now
Price: From Dh590,000
Ferrari 12Cilindri specs
Engine: naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12
Power: 819hp
Torque: 678Nm at 7,250rpm
Price: From Dh1,700,000
Available: Now
Defending champions
World Series: South Africa
Women’s World Series: Australia
Gulf Men’s League: Dubai Exiles
Gulf Men’s Social: Mediclinic Barrelhouse Warriors
Gulf Vets: Jebel Ali Dragons Veterans
Gulf Women: Dubai Sports City Eagles
Gulf Under 19: British School Al Khubairat
Gulf Under 19 Girls: Dubai Exiles
UAE National Schools: Al Safa School
International Invitational: Speranza 22
International Vets: Joining Jack
Things Heard & Seen
Directed by: Shari Springer Berman, Robert Pulcini
Starring: Amanda Seyfried, James Norton
2/5
Company Profile:
Name: The Protein Bakeshop
Date of start: 2013
Founders: Rashi Chowdhary and Saad Umerani
Based: Dubai
Size, number of employees: 12
Funding/investors: $400,000 (2018)
RESULTS
6.30pm: Meydan Sprint Group 2 US$175,000 1,000m
Winner: Ertijaal, Jim Crowley (jockey), Ali Rashid Al Raihe (trainer)
7.05pm: Handicap $60,000 1,400m
Winner: Secret Ambition, Richard Mullen, Satish Seemar
7.40pm: Handicap $160,000 1,400m
Winner: Raven’s Corner, Richard Mullen, Satish Seemar
8.15pm: Dubai Millennium Stakes Group 3 $200,000 2,000m
Winner: Folkswood, William Buick, Charlie Appleby
8.50pm: Zabeel Mile Group 2 $250,000 1,600m
Winner: Janoobi, Jim Crowley, Mike de Kock
9.25pm: Handicap $125,000 1,600m
Winner: Capezzano, Mickael Barzalona, Salem bin Ghadayer
Tamkeen's offering
- Option 1: 70% in year 1, 50% in year 2, 30% in year 3
- Option 2: 50% across three years
- Option 3: 30% across five years
MATCH INFO
Rugby World Cup (all times UAE)
Final: England v South Africa, Saturday, 1pm
TEACHERS' PAY - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Pay varies significantly depending on the school, its rating and the curriculum. Here's a rough guide as of January 2021:
- top end schools tend to pay Dh16,000-17,000 a month - plus a monthly housing allowance of up to Dh6,000. These tend to be British curriculum schools rated 'outstanding' or 'very good', followed by American schools
- average salary across curriculums and skill levels is about Dh10,000, recruiters say
- it is becoming more common for schools to provide accommodation, sometimes in an apartment block with other teachers, rather than hand teachers a cash housing allowance
- some strong performing schools have cut back on salaries since the pandemic began, sometimes offering Dh16,000 including the housing allowance, which reflects the slump in rental costs, and sheer demand for jobs
- maths and science teachers are most in demand and some schools will pay up to Dh3,000 more than other teachers in recognition of their technical skills
- at the other end of the market, teachers in some Indian schools, where fees are lower and competition among applicants is intense, can be paid as low as Dh3,000 per month
- in Indian schools, it has also become common for teachers to share residential accommodation, living in a block with colleagues
Skoda Superb Specs
Engine: 2-litre TSI petrol
Power: 190hp
Torque: 320Nm
Price: From Dh147,000
Available: Now
EA Sports FC 26
Publisher: EA Sports
Consoles: PC, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox Series X/S
Rating: 3/5
Killing of Qassem Suleimani
