With reference to the story Bodour Al Qasimi steps in to restore three libraries damaged in Beirut explosion (September 8): Bravo. Reading opens doors. Libraries are a part of a nation's history and are responsible to a great extent for the education of its people. Good on her for helping out. It's a great initiative. I know the children of Beirut and the people over there will appreciate all the help they can get. Well done.
Angela P, Abu Dhabi
I love it. Otherwise people might never restore them since it is not a priority at the moment.
Yulia Hulia, Dubai
Free distribution of masks can help developing countries
This is with reference to Shireena Al Nowais's report Coronavirus: Social gatherings contributing to UAE's rise in Covid-19 cases (September 3). We know the use of face masks can help to fight Covid-19. Yet many citizens in developing countries do not wear them. Some wear it around the chin just to avoid a police query. Many people find it inconvenient to wear a mask because it can make breathing difficult. Perhaps a research body needs to improve the mask so that it offers protection and allows wearers to breathe comfortably.
The corporate sector could also help to research good quality masks, which improve oxygen flow. As part of their corporate social responsibility initiatives, companies could also produce masks at their costs and distribute them in small towns and villages in countries like India or the African continent.
They can even print the name of some of their products on the masks, to get some advertising mileage.
Masks are priced from Rs20 to Rs500 – that is, from about Dh1 to Dh20. In the villages of India and Africa even Rs20 is a big deal. Free distribution of masks can help people and countries fight Covid-19.
Rajendra Aneja, Dubai
Disqualifying Djokovic is an overreaction
I write to you regarding Steve Luckings's report Novak Djokovic: 9 times the world No 1 lost his temper during matches (September 8). The disqualification of Novak Djokovic from the US Open for hitting a line umpire with the ball is symbolic of a number of the problems the world faces.
It was a simple act of frustration and a lack of self-control that led to someone being hurt, although fortunately not seriously, and it is obvious that there was no intention to cause any harm. His apology included a realisation that he needed to consider his actions more carefully.
Dennis Fitzgerald, Melbourne, Australia
Futuristic planes evoke nostalgia for school days
This is regarding Hayley Skirka's report Flying-V: model of futuristic sustainable plane completes maiden flight (September 7). Tidy shape. Used to make these out of paper in junior school classes.
Jeff M Evans, Abu Dhabi
UAE currency: the story behind the money in your pockets
Zayed Sustainability Prize
Know before you go
- Jebel Akhdar is a two-hour drive from Muscat airport or a six-hour drive from Dubai. It’s impossible to visit by car unless you have a 4x4. Phone ahead to the hotel to arrange a transfer.
- If you’re driving, make sure your insurance covers Oman.
- By air: Budget airlines Air Arabia, Flydubai and SalamAir offer direct routes to Muscat from the UAE.
- Tourists from the Emirates (UAE nationals not included) must apply for an Omani visa online before arrival at evisa.rop.gov.om. The process typically takes several days.
- Flash floods are probable due to the terrain and a lack of drainage. Always check the weather before venturing into any canyons or other remote areas and identify a plan of escape that includes high ground, shelter and parking where your car won’t be overtaken by sudden downpours.
Fund-raising tips for start-ups
Develop an innovative business concept
Have the ability to differentiate yourself from competitors
Put in place a business continuity plan after Covid-19
Prepare for the worst-case scenario (further lockdowns, long wait for a vaccine, etc.)
Have enough cash to stay afloat for the next 12 to 18 months
Be creative and innovative to reduce expenses
Be prepared to use Covid-19 as an opportunity for your business
* Tips from Jassim Al Marzooqi and Walid Hanna
Most sought after workplace benefits in the UAE
- Flexible work arrangements
- Pension support
- Mental well-being assistance
- Insurance coverage for optical, dental, alternative medicine, cancer screening
- Financial well-being incentives
White hydrogen: Naturally occurring hydrogen
Chromite: Hard, metallic mineral containing iron oxide and chromium oxide
Ultramafic rocks: Dark-coloured rocks rich in magnesium or iron with very low silica content
Ophiolite: A section of the earth’s crust, which is oceanic in nature that has since been uplifted and exposed on land
Olivine: A commonly occurring magnesium iron silicate mineral that derives its name for its olive-green yellow-green colour
THE LOWDOWN
Photograph
Rating: 4/5
Produced by: Poetic License Motion Pictures; RSVP Movies
Director: Ritesh Batra
Cast: Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Sanya Malhotra, Farrukh Jaffar, Deepak Chauhan, Vijay Raaz
Groom and Two Brides
Director: Elie Semaan
Starring: Abdullah Boushehri, Laila Abdallah, Lulwa Almulla
Rating: 3/5
KILLING OF QASSEM SULEIMANI
David Haye record
Total fights: 32
Wins: 28
Wins by KO: 26
Losses: 4
Terror attacks in Paris, November 13, 2015
- At 9.16pm, three suicide attackers killed one person outside the Atade de France during a foootball match between France and Germany
- At 9.25pm, three attackers opened fire on restaurants and cafes over 20 minutes, killing 39 people
- Shortly after 9.40pm, three other attackers launched a three-hour raid on the Bataclan, in which 1,500 people had gathered to watch a rock concert. In total, 90 people were killed
- Salah Abdeslam, the only survivor of the terrorists, did not directly participate in the attacks, thought to be due to a technical glitch in his suicide vest
- He fled to Belgium and was involved in attacks on Brussels in March 2016. He is serving a life sentence in France
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THE SPECS
Engine: Four-cylinder 2.5-litre
Transmission: Seven-speed auto
Power: 165hp
Torque: 241Nm
Price: Dh99,900 to Dh134,000
On sale: now
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Turkish Ladies
Various artists, Sony Music Turkey
ICC Women's T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier 2025, Thailand
UAE fixtures
May 9, v Malaysia
May 10, v Qatar
May 13, v Malaysia
May 15, v Qatar
May 18 and 19, semi-finals
May 20, final
Veere di Wedding
Dir: Shashanka Ghosh
Starring: Kareena Kapoo-Khan, Sonam Kapoor, Swara Bhaskar and Shikha Talsania
Verdict: 4 Stars
MATCH INFO
Azerbaijan 0
Wales 2 (Moore 10', Wilson 34')
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RESULTS
Tottenham 1
Jan Vertonghen 13'
Norwich 1
Josip Drmic 78'
2-3 on penalties
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.
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week
