Alif - The Mobility Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Alif - The Mobility Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai


Proud to be a part of the Expo 2020 Dubai story



September 30, 2021

Proud to be a part of the Expo 2020 Dubai story

With regard to the report Virtual journey from past to future at Expo 2020 Dubai Mobility Pavilion (September 29): As an engineer, I am very proud to say I was a part of this great journey. My contribution was in the construction of some of the pavilions.

Buboy Papasin, Batangas City, Philippines

This is bound to be a really stunning event. Dubai never ceases to amaze.

Eva Talda, Salzburg, Austria

Silver linings to the fuel chaos in London

With reference to Leen Alfaisal's video London drivers are furious amid panic buying of fuel (September 28): the good news is there is plenty of fuel, the bad news is it isn't at the fuel stations.

Stephen Hurney, Birmingham, UK

Looking out for dolphins in the UAE

With regard to Daniel Bardsley's article UAE public asked to help with dolphin sighting project (September 28): great to see that dolphins are respected and countries like the UAE are urging the public to get involved in protecting them.

Cheryl Milloss, Adelaide, Australia

Not the end of the road for Peter Rosalita

In reference to David Tusing's article Abu Dhabi's Peter Rosalita on his 'America's Got Talent' journey: 'It's a dream come true' (September 26): you're very talented, Peter. You have a long way to go.

Jovito Co, Manila, Philippines

You did your best and that is what matters.

Niela Yocogan, Baguio City, Philippines

This was a great experience for you that no amount of money can equal. Good luck on your journey.

Glyn Sincero Homeres, Cebu, Philippines

To resign is not easy

With reference to your story US top General Mark Milley rejects the idea of resigning over Afghanistan orders (September 28): I was in the military and I totally agree with not resigning. Not everyone will understand but it is what it is.

Nathan Daniel Puzach, California, US

A brave Afghan girl must be heard

With reference to Leen Alfaisal's report Afghan girl's courageous speech on right of education goes viral (September 28): This video speaks volumes. Afghanistan deserves better.

Mark Mugenyi, Kampala, Uganda

She is very brave. Girls must stand up and defend their rights. Only they can do it.

Authurine Nelson, New York, US

People should encourage and appreciate such ambitious girls for speaking out. The Taliban should allow education for girls. It is in the long-term interest of the country.

Syed Ejaz Rabbani, Karachi, Pakistan

The specs

Engine: 6.2-litre V8

Transmission: seven-speed auto

Power: 420 bhp

Torque: 624Nm

Price: from Dh293,200

On sale: now

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UPI facts

More than 2.2 million Indian tourists arrived in UAE in 2023
More than 3.5 million Indians reside in UAE
Indian tourists can make purchases in UAE using rupee accounts in India through QR-code-based UPI real-time payment systems
Indian residents in UAE can use their non-resident NRO and NRE accounts held in Indian banks linked to a UAE mobile number for UPI transactions

A State of Passion

Directors: Carol Mansour and Muna Khalidi

Stars: Dr Ghassan Abu-Sittah

Rating: 4/5

The specs

Engine: Four electric motors, one at each wheel

Power: 579hp

Torque: 859Nm

Transmission: Single-speed automatic

Price: From Dh825,900

On sale: Now

Abramovich London

A Kensington Palace Gardens house with 15 bedrooms is valued at more than £150 million.

A three-storey penthouse at Chelsea Waterfront bought for £22 million.

Steel company Evraz drops more than 10 per cent in trading after UK officials said it was potentially supplying the Russian military.

Sale of Chelsea Football Club is now impossible.

The biog

Name: Dr Lalia Al Helaly 

Education: PhD in Sociology from Cairo

Favourite authors: Elif Shafaq and Nizar Qabbani.

Favourite music: classical Arabic music such as Um Khalthoum and Abdul Wahab,

She loves the beach and advises her clients to go for meditation.

One-off T20 International: UAE v Australia

When: Monday, October 22, 2pm start

Where: Abu Dhabi Cricket, Oval 1

Tickets: Admission is free

Australia squad: Aaron Finch (captain), Mitch Marsh, Alex Carey, Ashton Agar, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Chris Lynn, Nathan Lyon, Glenn Maxwell, Ben McDermott, Darcy Short, Billy Stanlake, Mitchell Starc, Andrew Tye, Adam Zampa, Peter Siddle

Fixtures:

Wed Aug 29 – Malaysia v Hong Kong, Nepal v Oman, UAE v Singapore
Thu Aug 30 - UAE v Nepal, Hong Kong v Singapore, Malaysia v Oman
Sat Sep 1 - UAE v Hong Kong, Oman v Singapore, Malaysia v Nepal
Sun Sep 2 – Hong Kong v Oman, Malaysia v UAE, Nepal v Singapore
Tue Sep 4 - Malaysia v Singapore, UAE v Oman, Nepal v Hong Kong
Thu Sep 6 – Final

Emergency phone numbers in the UAE

Estijaba – 8001717 –  number to call to request coronavirus testing

Ministry of Health and Prevention – 80011111

Dubai Health Authority – 800342 – The number to book a free video or voice consultation with a doctor or connect to a local health centre

Emirates airline – 600555555

Etihad Airways – 600555666

Ambulance – 998

Knowledge and Human Development Authority – 8005432 ext. 4 for Covid-19 queries

The specs

Engine: 3-litre twin-turbo V6

Power: 400hp

Torque: 475Nm

Transmission: 9-speed automatic

Price: From Dh215,900

On sale: Now

Abu Dhabi traffic facts

Drivers in Abu Dhabi spend 10 per cent longer in congested conditions than they would on a free-flowing road

The highest volume of traffic on the roads is found between 7am and 8am on a Sunday.

Travelling before 7am on a Sunday could save up to four hours per year on a 30-minute commute.

The day was the least congestion in Abu Dhabi in 2019 was Tuesday, August 13.

The highest levels of traffic were found on Sunday, November 10.

Drivers in Abu Dhabi lost 41 hours spent in traffic jams in rush hour during 2019

 

Updated: September 30, 2021, 2:45 AM