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:Â 6.2-litre V8
Transmission: seven-speed auto
Power: 420 bhp
Torque: 624Nm
Price:Â from Dh293,200
On sale:Â 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:Â 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
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