Attend a film at the weekly VOX Kids mums and bubs screenings, where parents can bring along their babies and small children. Today's movie is Room, a drama about a mother and her young son who gain their freedom after being held captive for years. At 10am, Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi and Mall of the Emirates, Dubai, 600 599 905, www.voxcinemas.com
Get tickets now to see Hussain Al Jasmi and Balqees. As part of Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority's New Year Celebrations series, Emirati singer Al Jasmi, best known for his songs Bawada'ak, Wallah Mayiswa and Bassbour Al Fourgakom, will be joined by the rising star, known for her hit Ya Hawa. December 29, 7.30pm, from Dh200, du Forum, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, www.tixbox.com
Make plans to attend the Al Ain Air Championship, where you will see aerial shows from the world's top aces, a range of aircraft displays, interactive stands, runway demonstrations and parades, a dedicated family area, food trucks and more. Tomorrow until Saturday, 11am to 9pm, from Dh30, Al Ain International Airport, Al Ain, www.tixbox.com
Visit the Dubai Ice Rink Village Market. Browse the gifts, international delights, delectable beverages, fun activities, arts-and-crafts workshops and a carousel along the cobbled path of a winter wonderland. From 10am, Dh20 for adults (voucher redeemable at selected retailers at the Village Market), Dubai Ice Rink, The Dubai Mall, Dubai, 04 448 5111, www.dubaiicerink.com
See the exhibition The Ticking of Time, depictions of the concept of time interpreted through design creations by international artists. The exhibits aim to tease the curiosity of visitors and reassess their appreciation of time in coordinated, feared, disposable, vintage and luxurious ways. From 9am to 6pm, The Gallery at Emaar Pavilion, Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, 04 367 5585, www.emaargallery.com
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COMPANY PROFILE
Name: Qyubic
Started: October 2023
Founder: Namrata Raina
Based: Dubai
Sector: E-commerce
Current number of staff: 10
Investment stage: Pre-seed
Initial investment: Undisclosed
From Zero
Artist: Linkin Park
Label: Warner Records
Number of tracks: 11
Rating: 4/5
The biog
Name: Salem Alkarbi
Age: 32
Favourite Al Wasl player: Alexandre Oliveira
First started supporting Al Wasl: 7
Biggest rival: Al Nasr
Electoral College Victory
Trump has so far secured 295 Electoral College votes, according to the Associated Press, exceeding the 270 needed to win. Only Nevada and Arizona remain to be called, and both swing states are leaning Republican. Trump swept all five remaining swing states, North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Michigan and Wisconsin, sealing his path to victory and giving him a strong mandate.
Popular Vote Tally
The count is ongoing, but Trump currently leads with nearly 51 per cent of the popular vote to Harris’s 47.6 per cent. Trump has over 72.2 million votes, while Harris trails with approximately 67.4 million.
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COMPANY PROFILE
Name: Almnssa
Started: August 2020
Founder: Areej Selmi
Based: Gaza
Sectors: Internet, e-commerce
Investments: Grants/private funding
When Umm Kulthum performed in Abu Dhabi
Known as The Lady of Arabic Song, Umm Kulthum performed in Abu Dhabi on November 28, 1971, as part of celebrations for the fifth anniversary of the accession of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan as Ruler of Abu Dhabi. A concert hall was constructed for the event on land that is now Al Nahyan Stadium, behind Al Wahda Mall. The audience were treated to many of Kulthum's most well-known songs as part of the sold-out show, including Aghadan Alqak and Enta Omri.
Wicked
Director: Jon M Chu
Stars: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey
Kanguva
Director: Siva
Stars: Suriya, Bobby Deol, Disha Patani, Yogi Babu, Redin Kingsley
Various Artists
Habibi Funk: An Eclectic Selection Of Music From The Arab World (Habibi Funk)
COMPANY PROFILE
Founders: Alhaan Ahmed, Alyina Ahmed and Maximo Tettamanzi
Total funding: Self funded
