Angola
Manager: Manuel Jose
World Ranking: 95
Zonal Ranking: 20
Having qualified for their first World Cup in 2006 before reaching the quarter-finals in the African Nations two years later - their highest ever finish - Angola are a nation on the rise. The Black Antelopes may have the advantage of home support, but with Flavio - the only Angolan to score at a World Cup - having recently turned 30, the impetus will be on Real Valladolid's Manucho to fire them to success.
Mali
Manager: Stephen Keshi
World Ranking: 47
Zonal Ranking: 7
With a powerful midfield that boasts Real Madrid's Mahamadou Diarra, Barcelona's Seydou Keita and Juventus's Mohamed Sissoko, the Eagles will be expected to excel this month. Undoubtedly underachievers, they failed to progress past the first round of the African Nations in 2006 and did not qualify for Ghana in 2008.
Malawi
Manager: Kinnah Phiri
World Ranking: 99
Zonal Ranking: 23
Having only qualified for one previous African Nations, in 1984, the Malawian Flames are looking to make history this month by registering their first win in the continental competition. 21- year-old striker Chiukepo Msowoya netted six times on route to Angola and will shoulder their hopes for this tournament.
Algeria
Manager: Rabah Saadane
World Ranking: 26
Zonal Ranking: 5
The Desert Foxes, having secured a spot at the 2010 World Cup with a heated play-off victory over Egypt, will face scrutiny from the football world this month. Key men Nadir Belhadj of Portsmouth and Wolfsburg midfielder Karim Ziani will be looking to emulate the team of 1990 and lift the coveted cup.
Ivory Coast
Manager: Vahid Halilhodzic
World Ranking: 16
Zonal Ranking: 2
With a squad that includes Chelsea's Didier Drogba and Salomon Kalou, as well as Yaya and Kolo Toure, it is hardly surprising that the Ivory Coast are favourites. Having lost to Egypt in the semi-finals at the 2008 tournament, Vahid Halilhodzic's side will be keen to use Angola as perfect preparation for South Africa this summer - another tournament where success would not come as a stark surprise.
Burkina Faso
Manager: Paulo Jorge Rebelo Duarte
World Ranking: 49
Zonal Ranking: 9
Despite qualifying six times previously, Burkina Faso have only managed to progress past the group stages once, as the host nation in 1998 when they surprised everybody to finish fourth. The Stallions would have wished for an easier group and will need to rely on the goals of forward Moumouni Dagano, who has netted 21 times in 43 appearances.
Ghana
Manager: Milovan Rajevac
World Ranking: 34
Zonal Ranking: 6
The Black Stars approached the 2008 tournament with high hopes. With Chelsea's Michael Essien dominating the midfield and the team enjoying the benefits of home support, many expected Ghana to comfortably win their fifth title in Accra. But, as has been the case every tournament since 1982, the Ghanaians stumbled, falling to Cameroon in the semi-finals. This year, again, expectations are high, but they will be without captain Stephen Appiah, Fulham defender John Pantsil and Sunderland's John Mensah, while Essien remains a doubt.
Togo
Manager: Hubert Velud
World Ranking: 71
Zonal Ranking: 13
Togo's star man is undoubtedly Manchester City striker Emmanuel Adebayor, but it is the veteran centre-half Dare Nibombe who could be the difference between ecstasy and elimination for Hubert Velud's side come the tournament's conclusion.
Egypt
Manager: Hassan Shehata
World Ranking: 24
Zonal Ranking: 4
Still hurting from last year's World Cup play-off defeat to Algeria, the Pharaohs will go into this month's tournament hungry for success. Winners in 2006 and 2008, Hassan Shehata's experienced Egyptian midfield boasts the likes of captain Ahmed Hassan and UAE-based Hosny Abd Rabo, while the strikeforce of Hossam Mido and Emad Moteab has struck 49 goals in 99 games collectively.
Nigeria
Manager: Shaibu Amodu
World Ranking: 22
Zonal Ranking: 3
Once the torchbearers of African football, Nigeria have failed to evolve as they would have wished. Having qualified for the World Cup in 1994, 1998 and 2002, the Super Eagles missed out in 2006. Having secured their World Cup spot this summer, coach Shaibu Amodu has been warned he must at least reach the semi-finals this month if he is to lead the side at South Africa.
Mozambique
Manager: Mart Nooij
World Ranking: 72
Zonal Ranking: 14
All eyes will be on coach Mart Nooij when Mozambique finish their group stage campaign against Nigeria. So impressive has the Dutchman's reign been, Nigeria have already spoken to him about the possibility of taking their hot-seat for the World Cup this summer. Star man is Panathinaikos' 21-year-old midfielder Simao.
Benin
Manager: Michel Dussuyer
World Ranking: 59
Zonal Ranking: 11
When Benin scored an injury-time winner against Ghana in qualifying, it showed the rest of Africa that Benin are fast becoming a force to fear. Mohamed Aoudou, the 19-year-old match-winner, will likely lead the line as The Squirrels, partaking for only the third time in their history, look to pick up a maiden victory in the African Nations Cup.
Cameroon
Manager: Paul Le Guen
World Ranking: 11
Zonal Ranking: 1
Under Paul Le Guen, the Indomitable Lions have appeared a far more resolute side. With Carlos Kameni of Espanyol, Tottenham Hotspurs' Benoit Assou Ekotto and Lyon midfielder Jean Makoun adding a steely backbone to a side spearheaded by one of the best strikers in the world, Samuel Eto'o, expectations are understandably high.
Gabon
Manager: Alain Giresse
World Ranking: 48
Zonal Ranking: 8
Gabon pushed Cameroon all the way in World Cup qualifying, eventually missing out only after a final day defeat to Togo. But the Black Panthers will take heart from their strong performances last year and be keen to keep the momentum going this month.
Zambia
Manager: Herve Renard
World Ranking: 84
Zonal Ranking: 17
Five points from six games was enough to see Herve Renard secure his side a place in Angola this month, but he will expect a far improved performance when they get their campaign under way against Tunisia. The Copper Bullets, despite having qualified for seven of the past eight events, remain largely an unknown quantity.
Tunisia
Manager: Faouzi Benzarti
World Ranking: 53
Zonal Ranking: 10
After the heartbreak of defeat to lowly Mozambique in World Cup qualifying, Tunisia moved swiftly to try and turn things around: Out went Humberto Coelho and in came Faouzi Benzarti. The Tunisian's first game in charge against Zambia will take on added importance as anything but three points will seriously hinder their hopes of progressing.
How to protect yourself when air quality drops
Install an air filter in your home.
Close your windows and turn on the AC.
Shower or bath after being outside.
Wear a face mask.
Stay indoors when conditions are particularly poor.
If driving, turn your engine off when stationary.
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July 29: OTA Gymnasium in Tokyo, Japan
Sep 22-23: LA Convention Centre in Los Angeles, US
Nov 16-18: Carioca Arena Centre in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Feb 7-9: Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi, UAE
Mar 9-10: Copper Box Arena in London, UK
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The flights
Emirates flies from Dubai to Phnom Penh via Yangon from Dh2,700 return including taxes. Cambodia Bayon Airlines and Cambodia Angkor Air offer return flights from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap from Dh250 return including taxes. The flight takes about 45 minutes.
The hotels
Rooms at the Raffles Le Royal in Phnom Penh cost from $225 (Dh826) per night including taxes. Rooms at the Grand Hotel d'Angkor cost from $261 (Dh960) per night including taxes.
The tours
A cyclo architecture tour of Phnom Penh costs from $20 (Dh75) per person for about three hours, with Khmer Architecture Tours. Tailor-made tours of all of Cambodia, or sites like Angkor alone, can be arranged by About Asia Travel. Emirates Holidays also offers packages.
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Number of tracks: 10
Rating: 3/5
Porsche Macan T: The Specs
Engine: 2.0-litre 4-cyl turbo
Power: 265hp from 5,000-6,500rpm
Torque: 400Nm from 1,800-4,500rpm
Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch auto
Speed: 0-100kph in 6.2sec
Top speed: 232kph
Fuel consumption: 10.7L/100km
On sale: May or June
Price: From Dh259,900
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What is a robo-adviser?
Robo-advisers use an online sign-up process to gauge an investor’s risk tolerance by feeding information such as their age, income, saving goals and investment history into an algorithm, which then assigns them an investment portfolio, ranging from more conservative to higher risk ones.
These portfolios are made up of exchange traded funds (ETFs) with exposure to indices such as US and global equities, fixed-income products like bonds, though exposure to real estate, commodity ETFs or gold is also possible.
Investing in ETFs allows robo-advisers to offer fees far lower than traditional investments, such as actively managed mutual funds bought through a bank or broker. Investors can buy ETFs directly via a brokerage, but with robo-advisers they benefit from investment portfolios matched to their risk tolerance as well as being user friendly.
Many robo-advisers charge what are called wrap fees, meaning there are no additional fees such as subscription or withdrawal fees, success fees or fees for rebalancing.
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
The specs
Engine: 1.5-litre 4-cylinder petrol
Power: 154bhp
Torque: 250Nm
Transmission: 7-speed automatic with 8-speed sports option
Price: From Dh79,600
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Where to donate in the UAE
The Emirates Charity Portal
You can donate to several registered charities through a “donation catalogue”. The use of the donation is quite specific, such as buying a fan for a poor family in Niger for Dh130.
The General Authority of Islamic Affairs & Endowments
The site has an e-donation service accepting debit card, credit card or e-Dirham, an electronic payment tool developed by the Ministry of Finance and First Abu Dhabi Bank.
Al Noor Special Needs Centre
You can donate online or order Smiles n’ Stuff products handcrafted by Al Noor students. The centre publishes a wish list of extras needed, starting at Dh500.
Beit Al Khair Society
Beit Al Khair Society has the motto “From – and to – the UAE,” with donations going towards the neediest in the country. Its website has a list of physical donation sites, but people can also contribute money by SMS, bank transfer and through the hotline 800-22554.
Dar Al Ber Society
Dar Al Ber Society, which has charity projects in 39 countries, accept cash payments, money transfers or SMS donations. Its donation hotline is 800-79.
Dubai Cares
Dubai Cares provides several options for individuals and companies to donate, including online, through banks, at retail outlets, via phone and by purchasing Dubai Cares branded merchandise. It is currently running a campaign called Bookings 2030, which allows people to help change the future of six underprivileged children and young people.
Emirates Airline Foundation
Those who travel on Emirates have undoubtedly seen the little donation envelopes in the seat pockets. But the foundation also accepts donations online and in the form of Skywards Miles. Donated miles are used to sponsor travel for doctors, surgeons, engineers and other professionals volunteering on humanitarian missions around the world.
Emirates Red Crescent
On the Emirates Red Crescent website you can choose between 35 different purposes for your donation, such as providing food for fasters, supporting debtors and contributing to a refugee women fund. It also has a list of bank accounts for each donation type.
Gulf for Good
Gulf for Good raises funds for partner charity projects through challenges, like climbing Kilimanjaro and cycling through Thailand. This year’s projects are in partnership with Street Child Nepal, Larchfield Kids, the Foundation for African Empowerment and SOS Children's Villages. Since 2001, the organisation has raised more than $3.5 million (Dh12.8m) in support of over 50 children’s charities.
Noor Dubai Foundation
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum launched the Noor Dubai Foundation a decade ago with the aim of eliminating all forms of preventable blindness globally. You can donate Dh50 to support mobile eye camps by texting the word “Noor” to 4565 (Etisalat) or 4849 (du).
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