Wales World Cup captain Gareth Bale on Monday. He and his team might have to play on without four fans who are stuck at the Saudi border. PA
Wales World Cup captain Gareth Bale on Monday. He and his team might have to play on without four fans who are stuck at the Saudi border. PA
Wales World Cup captain Gareth Bale on Monday. He and his team might have to play on without four fans who are stuck at the Saudi border. PA
Wales World Cup captain Gareth Bale on Monday. He and his team might have to play on without four fans who are stuck at the Saudi border. PA

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Welsh World Cup fans driving to Qatar 2022 stuck on Saudi border

The kingdom's road-traffic laws prevent them from continuing their journey in a right-hand drive vehicle

Soraya Ebrahimi
Soraya Ebrahimi

November 14, 2022

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Four Welsh football fans trying to reach Qatar in an electric car in time for Wales’s first game in the World Cup have been held up at the Saudi border and could miss the match.

The four set off 18 days ago and have crossed 17 countries, driving more than 6,100 kilometres in the car, nicknamed Morris.

After reaching the border between Jordan and Saudi Arabia, they were stopped because Saudi laws prevent them from continuing their journey in a right-hand drive vehicle.

The only option available is to turn around, drive back to Israel and take a ferry to Qatar — a two-week journey that would mean missing Wales’s opener against the US on November 21.

The drivers had been well on track to arrive in Qatar on Friday to meet the Wales team at their hotel.

23 World Cup stars - in pictures

Charles De Ketelaere - Belgium. Ten caps since emerging on to the scene at the age of 21. Last campaign saw the midfielder net 18 goals for Club Brugge. After signing for AC Milan in the summer, he is a regular and could be lining up alongside Kevin de Bruyne in Qatar. EPA
Charles De Ketelaere - Belgium. Ten caps since emerging on to the scene at the age of 21. Last campaign saw the midfielder net 18 goals for Club Brugge. After signing for AC Milan in the summer, he is a regular and could be lining up alongside Kevin de Bruyne in Qatar. EPA
Vinicius Junior - Brazil. Part of Brazil's formidable pack of forwards. The 22-year-old, who netted the winner against Liverpool in the Champions League final last season, is expected to light up the tournament under manager Tite. Getty
Vinicius Junior - Brazil. Part of Brazil's formidable pack of forwards. The 22-year-old, who netted the winner against Liverpool in the Champions League final last season, is expected to light up the tournament under manager Tite. Getty
Danilo - Brazil. The 21-year-old is a regular for Palmeiras and previously picked up the adidas Bronze Ball at the Fifa Club World Cup against Chelsea for being the third best player. Inspired by Ronaldinho, he is ready to play his part for his country, after telling Fifa: 'I think Tite will be able to call on the best to become world champions. Of course, if needed, I’ll be there.' Reuters
Danilo - Brazil. The 21-year-old is a regular for Palmeiras and previously picked up the adidas Bronze Ball at the Fifa Club World Cup against Chelsea for being the third best player. Inspired by Ronaldinho, he is ready to play his part for his country, after telling Fifa: 'I think Tite will be able to call on the best to become world champions. Of course, if needed, I’ll be there.' Reuters
Rodrygo - Brazil. The 21-year-old continues to shine in the white of Real Madrid, winning La Liga, Spanish Supercup and the Champions League, while scoring nine goals and providing 10 assists last season. Given his flashes of brilliance, he is a star every side would want at their disposal. Reuters
Rodrygo - Brazil. The 21-year-old continues to shine in the white of Real Madrid, winning La Liga, Spanish Supercup and the Champions League, while scoring nine goals and providing 10 assists last season. Given his flashes of brilliance, he is a star every side would want at their disposal. Reuters
Alphonso Davies - Canada. The 22-year-old is certainly up there as being arguably one of the best left-back’s in world football. Davies, has won every club trophy available since joining Bayern Munich in 2019, and has now helped his country to qualify for their first World Cup since 1986. 'Look around, look around you. Look at this, we created this. This didn’t exist before we were here,' the Ghana-born star said after his side qualified. AP
Alphonso Davies - Canada. The 22-year-old is certainly up there as being arguably one of the best left-back’s in world football. Davies, has won every club trophy available since joining Bayern Munich in 2019, and has now helped his country to qualify for their first World Cup since 1986. 'Look around, look around you. Look at this, we created this. This didn’t exist before we were here,' the Ghana-born star said after his side qualified. AP
Luka Sucic - Croatia. Last season saw Sucic score 11 times for Red Bull Salzburg in Austria. The 20-year-old, who has previously been linked with a move to Liverpool, has already been hailed the heir to Mateo Kovacic and is expected to be a key figure for his side in Qatar. EPA
Luka Sucic - Croatia. Last season saw Sucic score 11 times for Red Bull Salzburg in Austria. The 20-year-old, who has previously been linked with a move to Liverpool, has already been hailed the heir to Mateo Kovacic and is expected to be a key figure for his side in Qatar. EPA
Josko Gvardiol - Croatia. Subject of interest from Chelsea in the summer, with a fee £77m having been discussed. The 20-year-old centre-back eventually ended up staying at Red Bull Leipzig but should he impress in Qatar, a move away in the near future, perhaps to the Premier League, is likely. EPA
Josko Gvardiol - Croatia. Subject of interest from Chelsea in the summer, with a fee £77m having been discussed. The 20-year-old centre-back eventually ended up staying at Red Bull Leipzig but should he impress in Qatar, a move away in the near future, perhaps to the Premier League, is likely. EPA
Moises Caicedo - Ecuador. The 21-year-old midfielder will be keen to carry his club form with Brighton to his national team. Linked with a move to Liverpool and Chelsea, he will certainly be one to watch. 'I want to have a great World Cup and after that we will see what happens,' he said. 'I think they are one of the best teams in the world and no one would turn down an offer from Chelsea or a club like them.' AFP
Moises Caicedo - Ecuador. The 21-year-old midfielder will be keen to carry his club form with Brighton to his national team. Linked with a move to Liverpool and Chelsea, he will certainly be one to watch. 'I want to have a great World Cup and after that we will see what happens,' he said. 'I think they are one of the best teams in the world and no one would turn down an offer from Chelsea or a club like them.' AFP
Piero Hincapie - Ecuador. Joined Bayer Leverkusen from Argentinian side Talleres in the summer, and the 20-year-old continues to impress. 'I will always give my best for Ecuador, and I believe we can get out of the group, it will be tough, but we can do it,' the defender said. AFP
Piero Hincapie - Ecuador. Joined Bayer Leverkusen from Argentinian side Talleres in the summer, and the 20-year-old continues to impress. 'I will always give my best for Ecuador, and I believe we can get out of the group, it will be tough, but we can do it,' the defender said. AFP
Jude Bellingham - England. Likened to Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard, the talented 19-year-old Borussia Dortmund star continues to be linked with a move to Anfield and will certainly be one to keep an eye on in Qatar. AP
Jude Bellingham - England. Likened to Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard, the talented 19-year-old Borussia Dortmund star continues to be linked with a move to Anfield and will certainly be one to keep an eye on in Qatar. AP
Aurelien Tchouameni - France. After signing for Real Madrid for $100million from Monaco in the summer, the Frenchman is Los Blancos’ newest midfield recruit. A tough central midfielder who is also able to provide in attack and create chances and could take the place of the injured N’golo Kante in Didier Deschamps’ XI. AP
Aurelien Tchouameni - France. After signing for Real Madrid for $100million from Monaco in the summer, the Frenchman is Los Blancos’ newest midfield recruit. A tough central midfielder who is also able to provide in attack and create chances and could take the place of the injured N’golo Kante in Didier Deschamps’ XI. AP
Eduardo Camavinga - France. One of Europe’s most talented teenagers, and is expected to be part of the midfield set-up. After signing for Real Madrid in a deal worth €40million at the age of 19, he certainly has all the attributes to be a huge success in Qatar. PA
Eduardo Camavinga - France. One of Europe’s most talented teenagers, and is expected to be part of the midfield set-up. After signing for Real Madrid in a deal worth €40million at the age of 19, he certainly has all the attributes to be a huge success in Qatar. PA
Jamal Musiala - Germany. One of the standout players for Bayern Munich over the past two seasons. The 19-year-old is a regular for the Bavarian giants, and the Stuttgart-born attacking midfielder has previously talked up his chances of being involved in Qatar. 'I believe in myself! But it doesn’t matter whether I’m in the starting XI or a sub, I want to be ready and help the team. I want to help us get far.' Getty
Jamal Musiala - Germany. One of the standout players for Bayern Munich over the past two seasons. The 19-year-old is a regular for the Bavarian giants, and the Stuttgart-born attacking midfielder has previously talked up his chances of being involved in Qatar. 'I believe in myself! But it doesn’t matter whether I’m in the starting XI or a sub, I want to be ready and help the team. I want to help us get far.' Getty
Marcelo Flores - Mexico. The 19-year-old midfielder, on-loan at Real Oviedo from Arsenal, chose to play for Mexico over England. 'Do I want to go to the World Cup? Sure. What Mexican kid doesn't dream of going to a World Cup?.' AFP
Marcelo Flores - Mexico. The 19-year-old midfielder, on-loan at Real Oviedo from Arsenal, chose to play for Mexico over England. 'Do I want to go to the World Cup? Sure. What Mexican kid doesn't dream of going to a World Cup?.' AFP
Ryan Gravenberch - Netherlands. Has emerged as one of the best young midfielders in Europe. Bayern Munich secured the signature of the 20-year-old from Ajax in the summer, beating off stiff competition from the likes of Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United. 'Although he is very young, he is already a great player,' said former Manchester United defender Jaap Stam. AFP
Ryan Gravenberch - Netherlands. Has emerged as one of the best young midfielders in Europe. Bayern Munich secured the signature of the 20-year-old from Ajax in the summer, beating off stiff competition from the likes of Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United. 'Although he is very young, he is already a great player,' said former Manchester United defender Jaap Stam. AFP
Nicola Zalewski - Poland. Proving wise beyond his years at Roma, and will be keen to kick on at the World Cup. Jose Mourinho started the 20-year-old in the Europa Conference League final after his debut in 2021, and the seven-cap gem made his Poland bow in September. AFP
Nicola Zalewski - Poland. Proving wise beyond his years at Roma, and will be keen to kick on at the World Cup. Jose Mourinho started the 20-year-old in the Europa Conference League final after his debut in 2021, and the seven-cap gem made his Poland bow in September. AFP
Nuno Mendes - Portugal. The 20-year-old left-back joined Paris Saint-Germain from Sporting Lisbon on a permanent deal in the summer, after a one year on-loan with the Parisian giants. Mendes has forced his way into the first team, becoming a regular under new boss Christophe Galtier. Will provide the much needed width for Portugal boss Fernando Santos. EPA
Nuno Mendes - Portugal. The 20-year-old left-back joined Paris Saint-Germain from Sporting Lisbon on a permanent deal in the summer, after a one year on-loan with the Parisian giants. Mendes has forced his way into the first team, becoming a regular under new boss Christophe Galtier. Will provide the much needed width for Portugal boss Fernando Santos. EPA
Pape Matar Sarr – Senegal. Having joined Tottenham from Metz at the end of the 2020-21 season, the 20-year-old had been lighting up Ligue 1, which prompted Spurs to secure his signature. The winger played a role in Senegal’s Africa Cup of Nations win earlier in 2022, and is one who could light up the tournament. AFP
Pape Matar Sarr – Senegal. Having joined Tottenham from Metz at the end of the 2020-21 season, the 20-year-old had been lighting up Ligue 1, which prompted Spurs to secure his signature. The winger played a role in Senegal’s Africa Cup of Nations win earlier in 2022, and is one who could light up the tournament. AFP
Dusan Vlahovic - Serbia. The striker burst onto the scene while playing for Fiorentina - having scored 49 goals in 108 matches in Serie A. Joined Juventus after Cristiano Ronaldo’s exit, and is another to look out for. AFP
Dusan Vlahovic - Serbia. The striker burst onto the scene while playing for Fiorentina - having scored 49 goals in 108 matches in Serie A. Joined Juventus after Cristiano Ronaldo’s exit, and is another to look out for. AFP
Gavi - Spain. Having put pen to paper on a long-term deal to remain at Barcelona, Gavi is destined to play a key role in Qatar. Former Barca coach Luis Enrique, now manager of La Roja, is a huge fan of the talented teenager. '[Gavi is] an erupting volcano. It is very difficult not to fall in love with Gavi. Any fan wants to see him play.' Reuters
Gavi - Spain. Having put pen to paper on a long-term deal to remain at Barcelona, Gavi is destined to play a key role in Qatar. Former Barca coach Luis Enrique, now manager of La Roja, is a huge fan of the talented teenager. '[Gavi is] an erupting volcano. It is very difficult not to fall in love with Gavi. Any fan wants to see him play.' Reuters
Pedri - Spain. Like Gavi, he is a regular for Barca and the 19-year-old has already been likened to Xavi due to his playing style. 'Look, he’s an extraordinary player. Don’t skimp on the praise for him,' Xavi said. 'He’s a player that excites me and one that can make a difference.' Reuters
Pedri - Spain. Like Gavi, he is a regular for Barca and the 19-year-old has already been likened to Xavi due to his playing style. 'Look, he’s an extraordinary player. Don’t skimp on the praise for him,' Xavi said. 'He’s a player that excites me and one that can make a difference.' Reuters
Ansu Fati - Spain. Spain certainly have one huge talent on their hands. Having broken several records, his highlights are becoming Barca’s youngest ever goalscorer, and in Champions League history. The 20-year-old, if he can keep himself fit, can certainly make an impact for his country. AP
Ansu Fati - Spain. Spain certainly have one huge talent on their hands. Having broken several records, his highlights are becoming Barca’s youngest ever goalscorer, and in Champions League history. The 20-year-old, if he can keep himself fit, can certainly make an impact for his country. AP
Ricardo Pepi - USA. The 19-year-old forward is currently on-loan at FC Groningen in the Eredivisie, from German side Augsburg. AP
Ricardo Pepi - USA. The 19-year-old forward is currently on-loan at FC Groningen in the Eredivisie, from German side Augsburg. AP

They are bringing with them video messages of support for the team collected from fans across the journey, but the border delay puts all of that in peril.

Nick Smith, Scott Young, Huw Talfryn Walters and Walter Pennell are all from South Wales and are travelling with support from Go Ev Cymru, a community interest company trying to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in the country.

The MG4 electric car is being provided by FAW sponsors, Nathaniel Cars.

Football fans arrive in Qatar for the World Cup - in pictures

Football is the focus for this smartphone photographer on the Corniche in Doha. AFP
Football is the focus for this smartphone photographer on the Corniche in Doha. AFP
Argentina fans at the Corniche. AFP
Argentina fans at the Corniche. AFP
A wave from Mexican fans. AFP
A wave from Mexican fans. AFP
A Brazilian takes a breather at the Flags Square. AFP
A Brazilian takes a breather at the Flags Square. AFP
France goalkeeper Hugo Lloris is emblazoned across the side of a building. AFP
France goalkeeper Hugo Lloris is emblazoned across the side of a building. AFP
This fan only has eyes for Brazil. AFP
This fan only has eyes for Brazil. AFP
Fun at the fort. Supporters in the Corniche area. Getty
Fun at the fort. Supporters in the Corniche area. Getty
Fans fly the flag for Senegal. Getty
Fans fly the flag for Senegal. Getty
Smiles and sombreros from Mexican fans at the Corniche. Getty
Smiles and sombreros from Mexican fans at the Corniche. Getty
This way for the World Cup. Workers paint directions on the road in Doha. AFP
This way for the World Cup. Workers paint directions on the road in Doha. AFP
World Cup banners hang over the street in Doha. AFP
World Cup banners hang over the street in Doha. AFP
Tunisia supporters gather in front of their team's hotel in Doha. AFP
Tunisia supporters gather in front of their team's hotel in Doha. AFP
Argentina fans dance with drums at a popular tourist area in Souq Waqif. Reuters
Argentina fans dance with drums at a popular tourist area in Souq Waqif. Reuters
Moroccan football fans at the Corniche waterfront in Doha. Getty
Moroccan football fans at the Corniche waterfront in Doha. Getty
Fans pose in front of the Qatar 2022 countdown clock in Doha. AFP
Fans pose in front of the Qatar 2022 countdown clock in Doha. AFP
A Brazilian fan at Doha Corniche ahead of the Fifa World Cup. Getty
A Brazilian fan at Doha Corniche ahead of the Fifa World Cup. Getty
A football fan wears a traditional Arab head dress with the flag of Ecuador in Souq Waqif, Doha. Reuters
A football fan wears a traditional Arab head dress with the flag of Ecuador in Souq Waqif, Doha. Reuters
Arab fans with Tunisia and Algeria flags cheer at a popular tourist area in Souq Waqif. Reuters
Arab fans with Tunisia and Algeria flags cheer at a popular tourist area in Souq Waqif. Reuters
Fans from Argentina cheer at Flag Plaza in Doha. AP
Fans from Argentina cheer at Flag Plaza in Doha. AP
A fan of Ghana's national football team poses beside the Fifa World Cup countdown clock in Doha. AFP
A fan of Ghana's national football team poses beside the Fifa World Cup countdown clock in Doha. AFP
A Qatar fan waves the national flag. AFP
A Qatar fan waves the national flag. AFP

“We were expecting problems with charging points or even the car itself on a journey of this length and magnitude, but the car has performed brilliantly and charging has not been a problem,” Mr Smith said from Aqaba in Jordan.

“To be stuck on a paperwork misunderstanding essentially is pretty frustrating. It would be devastating to turn around and drive back to Wales now and miss the World Cup when we’ve come this far.”

Football greats who never played at a World Cup - in pictures

GREAT FOOTBALLERS WHO NEVER PLAYED AT A WORLD CUP: Neville Southall (second right). Multiple-trophy winning goalkeeper for Everton was named among the 100 players of the 20th century by World Soccer magazine. But his Wales side never played at a major tournament. Getty
GREAT FOOTBALLERS WHO NEVER PLAYED AT A WORLD CUP: Neville Southall (second right). Multiple-trophy winning goalkeeper for Everton was named among the 100 players of the 20th century by World Soccer magazine. But his Wales side never played at a major tournament. Getty
Kazuyoshi Miura: Still playing professionally aged 55. Forty years ago, he left Japan to try his luck as a footballer in Brazil. It launched a storied career which took in Santos, Palmeiras, Genoa, and 89 caps for Japan – although none in a World Cup. Reuters
Kazuyoshi Miura: Still playing professionally aged 55. Forty years ago, he left Japan to try his luck as a footballer in Brazil. It launched a storied career which took in Santos, Palmeiras, Genoa, and 89 caps for Japan – although none in a World Cup. Reuters
Liam Brady: An Arsenal legend, his club career included stints with Juventus, Sampdoria and Inter, and his international one might have ended with an appearance at Italia ’90. But Jack Charlton opted against recalling him after he reversed his decision to retire. Getty
Liam Brady: An Arsenal legend, his club career included stints with Juventus, Sampdoria and Inter, and his international one might have ended with an appearance at Italia ’90. But Jack Charlton opted against recalling him after he reversed his decision to retire. Getty
Jari Litmanen: Captained Finland for 12 years, but was unable to lead them to a World Cup. His club career took in trophy-laden spells at Ajax, Barcelona and Liverpool. Getty
Jari Litmanen: Captained Finland for 12 years, but was unable to lead them to a World Cup. His club career took in trophy-laden spells at Ajax, Barcelona and Liverpool. Getty
Bernd Schuster (right): Nicknamed the Blond Angel, but a devil to deal with for managers. Enjoyed club success with Real Madrid and Barcelona. Won the European Championship with West Germany in 1980, but retired from international duty in a huff aged 24. Getty
Bernd Schuster (right): Nicknamed the Blond Angel, but a devil to deal with for managers. Enjoyed club success with Real Madrid and Barcelona. Won the European Championship with West Germany in 1980, but retired from international duty in a huff aged 24. Getty
Duncan Edwards: Played 177 times for Manchester United and won the league with them twice, establishing himself as a great, even though he was aged just 21 when he died in the Munich air disaster. Shutterstock
Duncan Edwards: Played 177 times for Manchester United and won the league with them twice, establishing himself as a great, even though he was aged just 21 when he died in the Munich air disaster. Shutterstock
Ian Rush (right): Liverpool’s second leading scorer of all-time, Roger Hunt, won the World Cup with England in 1966. But the player who tops the list, Ian Rush, never featured in it at all. Shutterstock
Ian Rush (right): Liverpool’s second leading scorer of all-time, Roger Hunt, won the World Cup with England in 1966. But the player who tops the list, Ian Rush, never featured in it at all. Shutterstock
Gunnar Nordahl: Top scorer at the 1948 Olympics. AC Milan’s all-time top marksman. A five-time leading scorer in Italy’s top division. Yet prevented from playing at a World Cup due to Sweden’s rules against professional players at the time. Getty
Gunnar Nordahl: Top scorer at the 1948 Olympics. AC Milan’s all-time top marksman. A five-time leading scorer in Italy’s top division. Yet prevented from playing at a World Cup due to Sweden’s rules against professional players at the time. Getty
Laszlo Kubala: Fled Soviet-occupied Hungary in the back of a truck. Moved to Barcelona, via Austria and Italy, and became one of the club’s greats – so much so the Camp Nou was constructed to accommodate everyone who wanted to watch him play. AFP
Laszlo Kubala: Fled Soviet-occupied Hungary in the back of a truck. Moved to Barcelona, via Austria and Italy, and became one of the club’s greats – so much so the Camp Nou was constructed to accommodate everyone who wanted to watch him play. AFP
Eric Cantona: The greatest influence on the early years of the English Premier League, but the Manchester United forward had a chequered international career. He even said he ended up supporting England at World Cups rather than France. Getty
Eric Cantona: The greatest influence on the early years of the English Premier League, but the Manchester United forward had a chequered international career. He even said he ended up supporting England at World Cups rather than France. Getty
Abedi Pele: A European Cup winner with Marseille, one of Africa’s all-time greats, and he ripped it up in the UAE league with Al Ain, too. The World Cup is absent from his CV, though. AFP
Abedi Pele: A European Cup winner with Marseille, one of Africa’s all-time greats, and he ripped it up in the UAE league with Al Ain, too. The World Cup is absent from his CV, though. AFP
Ryan Giggs: The 13-time winner of the Premier League did play at an Olympics with Great Britain. But Wales missed out on every World Cup on his watch. Getty
Ryan Giggs: The 13-time winner of the Premier League did play at an Olympics with Great Britain. But Wales missed out on every World Cup on his watch. Getty
George Best: As the often-quoted maxim would have it: Pele good, Maradona better, but George Best. Thirty-seven caps for Northern Ireland. None in a World Cup. PA
George Best: As the often-quoted maxim would have it: Pele good, Maradona better, but George Best. Thirty-seven caps for Northern Ireland. None in a World Cup. PA
George Weah: The President of Liberia – and one-time UAE league star with Al Jazira – is rare among Ballon d’Or winners, having never featured in international football’s biggest event. All Sport
George Weah: The President of Liberia – and one-time UAE league star with Al Jazira – is rare among Ballon d’Or winners, having never featured in international football’s biggest event. All Sport
Alfredo Di Stefano: “Whatever people have told you about him,” one former teammate told the author Sid Lowe, “ignore it. However good they said he was, he was better.” Played for Argentina, Spain, and Colombia, but never at a World Cup. Getty
Alfredo Di Stefano: “Whatever people have told you about him,” one former teammate told the author Sid Lowe, “ignore it. However good they said he was, he was better.” Played for Argentina, Spain, and Colombia, but never at a World Cup. Getty
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Red flags
  • Promises of high, fixed or 'guaranteed' returns.
  • Unregulated structured products or complex investments often used to bypass traditional safeguards.
  • Lack of clear information, vague language, no access to audited financials.
  • Overseas companies targeting investors in other jurisdictions - this can make legal recovery difficult.
  • Hard-selling tactics - creating urgency, offering 'exclusive' deals.

Courtesy: Carol Glynn, founder of Conscious Finance Coaching

PROFILE OF SWVL

Started: April 2017

Founders: Mostafa Kandil, Ahmed Sabbah and Mahmoud Nouh

Based: Cairo, Egypt

Sector: transport

Size: 450 employees

Investment: approximately $80 million

Investors include: Dubai’s Beco Capital, US’s Endeavor Catalyst, China’s MSA, Egypt’s Sawari Ventures, Sweden’s Vostok New Ventures, Property Finder CEO Michael Lahyani

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Kareem Shaheen on Canada
The specs

Engine: 2.0-litre 4cyl turbo

Power: 261hp at 5,500rpm

Torque: 405Nm at 1,750-3,500rpm

Transmission: 9-speed auto

Fuel consumption: 6.9L/100km

On sale: Now

Price: From Dh117,059

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What can you do?

Document everything immediately; including dates, times, locations and witnesses

Seek professional advice from a legal expert

You can report an incident to HR or an immediate supervisor

You can use the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation’s dedicated hotline

In criminal cases, you can contact the police for additional support

While you're here
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The specs: 2018 Maxus T60

Price, base / as tested: Dh48,000

Engine: 2.4-litre four-cylinder

Power: 136hp @ 1,600rpm

Torque: 360Nm @ 1,600 rpm

Transmission: Five-speed manual

Fuel consumption, combined: 9.1L / 100km

It Was Just an Accident

Director: Jafar Panahi

Stars: Vahid Mobasseri, Mariam Afshari, Ebrahim Azizi, Hadis Pakbaten, Majid Panahi, Mohamad Ali Elyasmehr

Rating: 4/5

UAE and Coronavirus
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Results:

5pm: Handicap (PA) | Dh80,000 | 1,600 metres

Winner: Dasan Da, Saeed Al Mazrooei (jockey), Helal Al Alawi (trainer)

5.30pm: Maiden (PA) | Dh80,000 | 1,600m

Winner: AF Saabah, Tadhg O’Shea, Ernst Oertel

6pm: Handicap (PA) | Dh80,000 | 1,600m

Winner: Mukaram, Pat Cosgrave, Eric Lemartinel

6.30pm: Handicap (PA) | Dh80,000 | 2,200m

Winner: MH Tawag, Richard Mullen, Elise Jeanne

7pm: Wathba Stallions Cup Handicap (PA) | Dh70,000 | 1,400m

Winner: RB Inferno, Fabrice Veron, Ismail Mohammed

7.30pm: Handicap (TB) | Dh100,000 | 1,600m

Winner: Juthoor, Jim Crowley, Erwan Charpy

UAE currency: the story behind the money in your pockets
How to donate

Send “thenational” to the following numbers or call the hotline on: 0502955999
2289 – Dh10
2252 – Dh 50
6025 – Dh20
6027 – Dh 100
6026 – Dh 200

UAE currency: the story behind the money in your pockets
The specs: 2018 Renault Koleos

Price, base: From Dh77,900
Engine: 2.5L, in-line four-cylinder
Transmission: Continuously variable transmission
Power: 170hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque: 233Nm @ 4,000rpm
Fuel economy, combined: 8.3L / 100km

School uniforms report
ELIO

Starring: Yonas Kibreab, Zoe Saldana, Brad Garrett

Directors: Madeline Sharafian, Domee Shi, Adrian Molina

Rating: 4/5

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
What sanctions would be reimposed?

Under ‘snapback’, measures imposed on Iran by the UN Security Council in six resolutions would be restored, including:

  • An arms embargo
  • A ban on uranium enrichment and reprocessing
  • A ban on launches and other activities with ballistic missiles capable of delivering nuclear weapons, as well as ballistic missile technology transfer and technical assistance
  • A targeted global asset freeze and travel ban on Iranian individuals and entities
  • Authorisation for countries to inspect Iran Air Cargo and Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines cargoes for banned goods
FIXTURES

UAE’s remaining fixtures in World Cup qualification R2
Oct 8: Malaysia (h)
Oct 13: Indonesia (a)
Nov 12: Thailand (h)
Nov 17: Vietnam (h)
 

While you're here
On Women's Day

Movie: Saheb, Biwi aur Gangster 3

Producer: JAR Films

Director: Tigmanshu Dhulia

Cast: Sanjay Dutt, Jimmy Sheirgill, Mahie Gill, Chitrangda Singh, Kabir Bedi

Rating: 3 star

While you're here
In numbers: China in Dubai

The number of Chinese people living in Dubai: An estimated 200,000

Number of Chinese people in International City: Almost 50,000

Daily visitors to Dragon Mart in 2018/19: 120,000

Daily visitors to Dragon Mart in 2010: 20,000

Percentage increase in visitors in eight years: 500 per cent

What are the GCSE grade equivalents?
 
  • Grade 9 = above an A*
  • Grade 8 = between grades A* and A
  • Grade 7 = grade A
  • Grade 6 = just above a grade B
  • Grade 5 = between grades B and C
  • Grade 4 = grade C
  • Grade 3 = between grades D and E
  • Grade 2 = between grades E and F
  • Grade 1 = between grades F and G
2019 Asian Cup final

Japan v Qatar
Friday, 6pm
Zayed Sports City Stadium, Abu Dhabi

The specs
  • Engine: 3.9-litre twin-turbo V8
  • Power: 640hp
  • Torque: 760nm
  • On sale: 2026
  • Price: Not announced yet
School uniforms report
A little about CVRL

Founded in 1985 by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, the Central Veterinary Research Laboratory (CVRL) is a government diagnostic centre that provides testing and research facilities to the UAE and neighbouring countries.

One of its main goals is to provide permanent treatment solutions for veterinary related diseases. 

The taxidermy centre was established 12 years ago and is headed by Dr Ulrich Wernery. 

Going grey? A stylist's advice

If you’re going to go grey, a great style, well-cared for hair (in a sleek, classy style, like a bob), and a young spirit and attitude go a long way, says Maria Dowling, founder of the Maria Dowling Salon in Dubai.
It’s easier to go grey from a lighter colour, so you may want to do that first. And this is the time to try a shorter style, she advises. Then a stylist can introduce highlights, start lightening up the roots, and let it fade out. Once it’s entirely grey, a purple shampoo will prevent yellowing.
“Get professional help – there’s no other way to go around it,” she says. “And don’t just let it grow out because that looks really bad. Put effort into it: properly condition, straighten, get regular trims, make sure it’s glossy.”

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Mumbai Indians 213/6 (20 ov)

Royal Challengers Bangalore 167/8 (20 ov)

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If you had all the money in the world, what’s the one sneaker you would buy or create?

“There are a few shoes that have ‘grail’ status for me. But the one I have always wanted is the Nike x Patta x Parra Air Max 1 - Cherrywood. To get a pair in my size brand new is would cost me between Dh8,000 and Dh 10,000.” Jack Brett

“If I had all the money, I would approach Nike and ask them to do my own Air Force 1, that’s one of my dreams.” Yaseen Benchouche

“There’s nothing out there yet that I’d pay an insane amount for, but I’d love to create my own shoe with Tinker Hatfield and Jordan.” Joshua Cox

“I think I’d buy a defunct footwear brand; I’d like the challenge of reinterpreting a brand’s history and changing options.” Kris Balerite

 “I’d stir up a creative collaboration with designers Martin Margiela of the mixed patchwork sneakers, and Yohji Yamamoto.” Hussain Moloobhoy

“If I had all the money in the world, I’d live somewhere where I’d never have to wear shoes again.” Raj Malhotra

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Updated: November 15, 2022, 6:42 AM`
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