I write to you in reference to your article Serious irregularities found at jail where Epstein died (August 13).
This news item gave me more information about the apparent suicide of Jeffrey Epstein while he was in jail awaiting trial on sex-trafficking charges.
Epstein would have faced up to 45 years in prison but he died by apparent suicide before he could tell us more about the people involved in this case.
I am shocked to hear about the irregularities in the US jail that led to his death.
K Ragavan, Bengaluru
Netanyahu has only wreaked havoc during his time in office
I write to you in reference to Miriam Berger's article Israeli right-wing's poll threat forced Netanyahu backtrack on Al Aqsa (August 12).
Benjamin Netanyahu has done enough damage. And now, I believe it is high time for him to step down.
Mr Netanyahu has caved in to far-right demands repeatedly during his time in office, causing minorities and Palestinians much strife. His actions have only resulted in tragedy.
Ambia Kabir, Bangladesh
75 year-old man who stopped Norway shooter is a true hero
I write to you in reference to your article Suspected Norway mosque shooter appears in court with bruised face (August 12).
Thank God for the brave Pakistani who stopped the alleged shooter. He risked his life to save worshippers from a terrorist attack on a Norway mosque.
God bless him, and I hope the people injured or traumatised from this incident will recover soon.
Melanie Rose, Dubai
If the alleged shooter is supposed to represent a so-called superior race, as white nationalists claim to be, then humanity is in deep trouble!
John Heznell, UAE
Sadly, rainfall in the northern emirates did not reach Dubai
I write to you in reference to John Dennehy's article Heavy rain lashes UAE's Northern Emirates (August 12).
It seems as though it is only raining in the UAE in some parallel universe. Here in Dubai we did not get one drop of rain unfortunately.
Zulfiya Khalilova, Dubai
Parents, teachers, we all rely on Google for homework
I write to you in reference to your article Let me Google that: UAE parents forced to turn to the internet to understand children's schoolwork (August 12).
To be fair, most of the homework assigned to pupils goes beyond the knowledge of the teachers themselves, forcing them to also rely on Google to find the answers.
Name withheld by request
Key figures in the life of the fort
Sheikh Dhiyab bin Isa (ruled 1761-1793) Built Qasr Al Hosn as a watchtower to guard over the only freshwater well on Abu Dhabi island.
Sheikh Shakhbut bin Dhiyab (ruled 1793-1816) Expanded the tower into a small fort and transferred his ruling place of residence from Liwa Oasis to the fort on the island.
Sheikh Tahnoon bin Shakhbut (ruled 1818-1833) Expanded Qasr Al Hosn further as Abu Dhabi grew from a small village of palm huts to a town of more than 5,000 inhabitants.
Sheikh Khalifa bin Shakhbut (ruled 1833-1845) Repaired and fortified the fort.
Sheikh Saeed bin Tahnoon (ruled 1845-1855) Turned Qasr Al Hosn into a strong two-storied structure.
Sheikh Zayed bin Khalifa (ruled 1855-1909) Expanded Qasr Al Hosn further to reflect the emirate's increasing prominence.
Sheikh Shakhbut bin Sultan (ruled 1928-1966) Renovated and enlarged Qasr Al Hosn, adding a decorative arch and two new villas.
Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan (ruled 1966-2004) Moved the royal residence to Al Manhal palace and kept his diwan at Qasr Al Hosn.
Sources: Jayanti Maitra, www.adach.ae
Skewed figures
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.
How to join and use Abu Dhabi’s public libraries
• There are six libraries in Abu Dhabi emirate run by the Department of Culture and Tourism, including one in Al Ain and Al Dhafra.
• Libraries are free to visit and visitors can consult books, use online resources and study there. Most are open from 8am to 8pm on weekdays, closed on Fridays and have variable hours on Saturdays, except for Qasr Al Watan which is open from 10am to 8pm every day.
• In order to borrow books, visitors must join the service by providing a passport photograph, Emirates ID and a refundable deposit of Dh400. Members can borrow five books for three weeks, all of which are renewable up to two times online.
• If users do not wish to pay the fee, they can still use the library’s electronic resources for free by simply registering on the website. Once registered, a username and password is provided, allowing remote access.
• For more information visit the library network's website.
The White Lotus: Season three
Creator: Mike White
Starring: Walton Goggins, Jason Isaacs, Natasha Rothwell
Rating: 4.5/5
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Key facilities
- Olympic-size swimming pool with a split bulkhead for multi-use configurations, including water polo and 50m/25m training lanes
- Premier League-standard football pitch
- 400m Olympic running track
- NBA-spec basketball court with auditorium
- 600-seat auditorium
- Spaces for historical and cultural exploration
- An elevated football field that doubles as a helipad
- Specialist robotics and science laboratories
- AR and VR-enabled learning centres
- Disruption Lab and Research Centre for developing entrepreneurial skills
The specs
Engine: 2.9-litre, V6 twin-turbo
Transmission: seven-speed PDK dual clutch automatic
Power: 375bhp
Torque: 520Nm
Price: Dh332,800
On sale: now
