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Britain's King Charles II and Anne, the Princess Royal, attend the state funeral and burial of Queen Elizabeth II in London. Reuters
Britain's King Charles II and Anne, the Princess Royal, attend the state funeral and burial of Queen Elizabeth II in London. Reuters
Police officers injured by an explosive device thrown by protesters lean against a protection barrier surrounded by fellow officers. The incident occurred during clashes outside Mexico's attorney general's office in Mexico City. The demonstrators were marching before the anniversary of the 2014 disappearance of 43 students from a teachers’ college in Iguala, Guerrero. AP Photo
Police officers injured by an explosive device thrown by protesters lean against a protection barrier surrounded by fellow officers. The incident occurred during clashes outside Mexico's attorney general's office in Mexico City. The demonstrators were marching before the anniversary of the 2014 disappearance of 43 students from a teachers’ college in Iguala, Guerrero. AP Photo
Orchids at the annual orchid exhibition at the Jose Celestino Mutis Botanical Gardens in Bogota, Colombia. About 1,500 orchids were on display at the event. AP Photo
Orchids at the annual orchid exhibition at the Jose Celestino Mutis Botanical Gardens in Bogota, Colombia. About 1,500 orchids were on display at the event. AP Photo
A bridge over a dry area of Poyang Lake in Jiujiang, in China's central Jiangxi province. The body of water is China's largest freshwater lake. AFP
A bridge over a dry area of Poyang Lake in Jiujiang, in China's central Jiangxi province. The body of water is China's largest freshwater lake. AFP
Tereza Arapium, from the Arapium indigenous people, a candidate for Rio de Janeiro state deputy for the Rede Sustentabilidade party, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Reuters
Tereza Arapium, from the Arapium indigenous people, a candidate for Rio de Janeiro state deputy for the Rede Sustentabilidade party, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Reuters
Forza Italia leader Silvio Berlusconi at the closing event of the electoral campaign in Piazza del Popolo, Rome, ahead of the general election on September 25. Reuters
Forza Italia leader Silvio Berlusconi at the closing event of the electoral campaign in Piazza del Popolo, Rome, ahead of the general election on September 25. Reuters
A Madagascar hissing cockroach, mounted with a 'backpack' of electronics and a solar cell that enable remote control of its movement, during a photo opportunity at the Thin-Film Device Laboratory of Japanese research institute Riken in Wako, Japan. Reuters
A Madagascar hissing cockroach, mounted with a 'backpack' of electronics and a solar cell that enable remote control of its movement, during a photo opportunity at the Thin-Film Device Laboratory of Japanese research institute Riken in Wako, Japan. Reuters
Afghan children work in a brick factory on the outskirts of Kabul, Afghanistan. Aid agencies say the number of children working in Afghanistan continues to grow since the economy collapsed following the Taliban takeover more than a year ago. AP Photo
Afghan children work in a brick factory on the outskirts of Kabul, Afghanistan. Aid agencies say the number of children working in Afghanistan continues to grow since the economy collapsed following the Taliban takeover more than a year ago. AP Photo
Abdul Jabbar Fazal, 50, who is 2.26m tall and from Lahore, Pakistan, greets guests outside Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
Abdul Jabbar Fazal, 50, who is 2.26m tall and from Lahore, Pakistan, greets guests outside Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
The Soyuz booster rocket with Soyuz MS-22 spacecraft lifts off from the launch pad at Baikonur cosmodrome, Kazakhstan, carrying crew members Nasa astronaut Francisco Rubio, and Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Prokopyev and Dmitry Petelin to the International Space Station. EPA
The Soyuz booster rocket with Soyuz MS-22 spacecraft lifts off from the launch pad at Baikonur cosmodrome, Kazakhstan, carrying crew members Nasa astronaut Francisco Rubio, and Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Prokopyev and Dmitry Petelin to the International Space Station. EPA
A craftsman works on rattan coffins at Trangsan hamlet in Sukoharjo, Indonesia. AFP
A craftsman works on rattan coffins at Trangsan hamlet in Sukoharjo, Indonesia. AFP
The rings of Neptune and a series of bright spots in the southern hemisphere of the planet that represent high-altitude methane-ice clouds as seen by the James Webb Space Telescope. AFP
The rings of Neptune and a series of bright spots in the southern hemisphere of the planet that represent high-altitude methane-ice clouds as seen by the James Webb Space Telescope. AFP
Frankie the Dinosaur, mascot of the United Nations development programme 'Don’t Choose Extinction' visits Times Square spreading his climate-related message in New York. AFP
Frankie the Dinosaur, mascot of the United Nations development programme 'Don’t Choose Extinction' visits Times Square spreading his climate-related message in New York. AFP
The carcasses of pilot whales beached near Macquarie Harbour, in Tasmania. 'A pod of approximately 230 whales has stranded,' the state's Department of Natural Resources and Environment said. AFP
The carcasses of pilot whales beached near Macquarie Harbour, in Tasmania. 'A pod of approximately 230 whales has stranded,' the state's Department of Natural Resources and Environment said. AFP
A vendor waits for customers at a toy shop in Colombo, Sri Lanka. AFP
A vendor waits for customers at a toy shop in Colombo, Sri Lanka. AFP
Posters of presidential candidate Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva at Feira dos Importados in Brasilia, Brazil. Brazilians go to the polls on October 2 in a polarised presidential election. Getty Images
Posters of presidential candidate Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva at Feira dos Importados in Brasilia, Brazil. Brazilians go to the polls on October 2 in a polarised presidential election. Getty Images
An unfinished idol of Goddess Durga is protected from the rain at Kumartuli district before the Durga Puja festival in Kolkata, India. Bengalis all over the world will mark the festival, which represents the victory of good over evil and the celebration of female power, from October 1-5. EPA
An unfinished idol of Goddess Durga is protected from the rain at Kumartuli district before the Durga Puja festival in Kolkata, India. Bengalis all over the world will mark the festival, which represents the victory of good over evil and the celebration of female power, from October 1-5. EPA
A 'Yandu Story' performance in Yancheng, China. The story dates back about 100 years when – according to the organisers – two prominent local families, Gu and Ling, were committed to get out of a predicament, but parted and ended in turmoil. The large-scale immersive series of performances took more than a year to plan and consists of a daytime show and a 90-minute night performance. EPA
A 'Yandu Story' performance in Yancheng, China. The story dates back about 100 years when – according to the organisers – two prominent local families, Gu and Ling, were committed to get out of a predicament, but parted and ended in turmoil. The large-scale immersive series of performances took more than a year to plan and consists of a daytime show and a 90-minute night performance. EPA
A journalist films the damaged Gaoliao bridge that collapsed after a magnitude 6. 8 earthquake hit Yuli township in Hualien County, Taiwan. The series of earthquakes and aftershocks on September 18, caused minor structural damage and derailed a train in eastern Taiwan. EPA
A journalist films the damaged Gaoliao bridge that collapsed after a magnitude 6. 8 earthquake hit Yuli township in Hualien County, Taiwan. The series of earthquakes and aftershocks on September 18, caused minor structural damage and derailed a train in eastern Taiwan. EPA
The Soyuz MS-22 spacecraft for the new International Space Station being prepared for launch at the Baikonur Cosmodrome, Kazakhstan. Reuters
The Soyuz MS-22 spacecraft for the new International Space Station being prepared for launch at the Baikonur Cosmodrome, Kazakhstan. Reuters
Participants in the Dubai traditional dhow sailing race at Dubai Inshore, United Arab Emirates. The race started the watersports season of the Dubai International Marine Club. EPA
Participants in the Dubai traditional dhow sailing race at Dubai Inshore, United Arab Emirates. The race started the watersports season of the Dubai International Marine Club. EPA
Chilean police dogs during a military parade at the Bernardo O'Higgins park in Santiago, Chile. Reuters
Chilean police dogs during a military parade at the Bernardo O'Higgins park in Santiago, Chile. Reuters
A roundabout from a damaged window after clashes between Palestinian security forces and gunmen over the arrest of two Palestinian militants, in Nablus in the Israeli-occupied West Bank. Reuters
A roundabout from a damaged window after clashes between Palestinian security forces and gunmen over the arrest of two Palestinian militants, in Nablus in the Israeli-occupied West Bank. Reuters
This photograph by US astronaut Bob Hines shows Typhoon Nanmadol from space. One person was confirmed dead in Japan on September 19, 2022, after the typhoon hit the country, injuring dozens. Authorities downgraded warnings when the storm weakened after landfall. AFP
This photograph by US astronaut Bob Hines shows Typhoon Nanmadol from space. One person was confirmed dead in Japan on September 19, 2022, after the typhoon hit the country, injuring dozens. Authorities downgraded warnings when the storm weakened after landfall. AFP
Muslim pilgrims take part in a mourning ceremony during the Shiite ritual of Arbaeen, in the city of Karbala, Iraq. Reuters
Muslim pilgrims take part in a mourning ceremony during the Shiite ritual of Arbaeen, in the city of Karbala, Iraq. Reuters
Shiite pilgrims during a mourning ceremony in Karbala, Iraq. Reuters
Shiite pilgrims during a mourning ceremony in Karbala, Iraq. Reuters
A child chasing soap bubbles made by a street artist in Lisbon's downtown Rossio Square. AP Photo
A child chasing soap bubbles made by a street artist in Lisbon's downtown Rossio Square. AP Photo
Hisao Mitani with an African tortoise, which he named Bon-Chan, on the street in Tokyo, Japan. Bon-chan, 26, is cared for by 69-year-old funeral director Mr Mitani and has become an internet sensation after starring in a viral TikTok video that has gained more than seven million views since it was released. Getty Images
Hisao Mitani with an African tortoise, which he named Bon-Chan, on the street in Tokyo, Japan. Bon-chan, 26, is cared for by 69-year-old funeral director Mr Mitani and has become an internet sensation after starring in a viral TikTok video that has gained more than seven million views since it was released. Getty Images
Mourners watch the funeral of Queen Elizabeth on television in the Golden Lion pub on board the QE2 in Port Rashid, Dubai. Antonie Robertson / The National
Mourners watch the funeral of Queen Elizabeth on television in the Golden Lion pub on board the QE2 in Port Rashid, Dubai. Antonie Robertson / The National
The Saudi Hawks Air Force aerobatic team performs in Riyadh during celebrations for Saudi Arabi's 92nd National Day. AFP
The Saudi Hawks Air Force aerobatic team performs in Riyadh during celebrations for Saudi Arabi's 92nd National Day. AFP
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The burning issue

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The specs: 2019 Haval H6

Price, base: Dh69,900

Engine: 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder

Transmission: Seven-speed automatic

Power: 197hp @ 5,500rpm

Torque: 315Nm @ 2,000rpm

Fuel economy, combined: 7.0L / 100km

The specs

Engine: 4.0-litre V8 twin-turbocharged and three electric motors

Power: Combined output 920hp

Torque: 730Nm at 4,000-7,000rpm

Transmission: 8-speed dual-clutch automatic

Fuel consumption: 11.2L/100km

On sale: Now, deliveries expected later in 2025

Price: expected to start at Dh1,432,000

Labour dispute

The insured employee may still file an ILOE claim even if a labour dispute is ongoing post termination, but the insurer may suspend or reject payment, until the courts resolve the dispute, especially if the reason for termination is contested. The outcome of the labour court proceedings can directly affect eligibility.


- Abdullah Ishnaneh, Partner, BSA Law 

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Director: ​Yeon Sang-ho

Rating: 2/5

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The specs

Engine: 1.5-litre turbo

Power: 181hp

Torque: 230Nm

Transmission: 6-speed automatic

Starting price: Dh79,000

On sale: Now

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RESULTS

1.45pm: Handicap (TB) Dh80,000 (Dirt) 1,400m
Winners: Hyde Park, Royston Ffrench (jockey), Salem bin Ghadayer (trainer)

2.15pm: Conditions (TB) Dh100,000 (D) 1,400m
Winner: Shamikh, Ryan Curatolo, Nicholas Bachalard

2.45pm: Conditions (TB) Dh100,000 (D) 1,200m
Winner: Hurry Up, Royston Ffrench, Salem bin Ghadayer.

3.15pm: Shadwell Jebel Ali Mile Group 3 (TB) Dh575,000 (D) 1,600m
Winner: Blown by Wind, Xavier Ziani, Salem bin Ghadayer

3.45pm: Handicap (TB) Dh72,000 (D) 1,600m
Winner: Mazagran, Tadhg O’Shea, Satish Seemar.

4.15pm: Handicap (TB) Dh64,000 (D) 1,950m
Winner: Obeyaan, Adrie de Vries, Mujeeb Rehman

4.45pm: Handicap (TB) Dh84,000 (D) 1,000m
Winner: Shanaghai City, Fabrice Veron, Rashed Bouresly.

The Penguin

Starring: Colin Farrell, Cristin Milioti, Rhenzy Feliz

Creator: Lauren LeFranc

Rating: 4/5

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Micro-retirement is not a recognised concept or employment status under Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 on the Regulation of Labour Relations (as amended) (UAE Labour Law). As such, it reflects a voluntary work-life balance practice, rather than a recognised legal employment category, according to Dilini Loku, senior associate for law firm Gateley Middle East.

“Some companies may offer formal sabbatical policies or career break programmes; however, beyond such arrangements, there is no automatic right or statutory entitlement to extended breaks,” she explains.

“Any leave taken beyond statutory entitlements, such as annual leave, is typically regarded as unpaid leave in accordance with Article 33 of the UAE Labour Law. While employees may legally take unpaid leave, such requests are subject to the employer’s discretion and require approval.”

If an employee resigns to pursue micro-retirement, the employment contract is terminated, and the employer is under no legal obligation to rehire the employee in the future unless specific contractual agreements are in place (such as return-to-work arrangements), which are generally uncommon, Ms Loku adds.

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Directed by: Todd Phillips

Starring: Joaquin Phoenix

Rating: Five out of five stars

GOLF’S RAHMBO

- 5 wins in 22 months as pro
- Three wins in past 10 starts
- 45 pro starts worldwide: 5 wins, 17 top 5s
- Ranked 551th in world on debut, now No 4 (was No 2 earlier this year)
- 5th player in last 30 years to win 3 European Tour and 2 PGA Tour titles before age 24 (Woods, Garcia, McIlroy, Spieth)

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Singapore

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Schedule for Asia Cup

Sept 15: Bangladesh v Sri Lanka (Dubai)

Sept 16: Pakistan v Qualifier (Dubai)

Sept 17: Sri Lanka v Afghanistan (Abu Dhabi)

Sept 18: India v Qualifier (Dubai)

Sept 19: India v Pakistan (Dubai)

Sept 20: Bangladesh v Afghanistan (Abu Dhabi) Super Four

Sept 21: Group A Winner v Group B Runner-up (Dubai) 

Sept 21: Group B Winner v Group A Runner-up (Abu Dhabi)

Sept 23: Group A Winner v Group A Runner-up (Dubai)

Sept 23: Group B Winner v Group B Runner-up (Abu Dhabi)

Sept 25: Group A Winner v Group B Winner (Dubai)

Sept 26: Group A Runner-up v Group B Runner-up (Abu Dhabi)

Sept 28: Final (Dubai)

Opening day UAE Premiership fixtures, Friday, September 22:

  • Dubai Sports City Eagles v Dubai Exiles
  • Dubai Hurricanes v Abu Dhabi Saracens
  • Jebel Ali Dragons v Abu Dhabi Harlequins
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What: 2006 World Cup quarter-final
When: July 1
Where: Gelsenkirchen Stadium, Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Result:
England 0 Portugal 0
(Portugal win 3-1 on penalties)

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