Wandering around the floors of Cityscape today, I found this cheerful fellow. Here is what is written on his placard (in case you can't read it):
"WORK WANTED
Senior Project Manager
Commercial Manager & Client's Rep.
27 Months experience in DUBAI & RAK on
Mega Projects - Residential, Resort Leisure,
Hotel, Retail, Commercial, Mixed Use,
Marina, High Rise, Education & Health
+971 50 1897 404"
I wonder where he was "retrenched from"... Take a look at our Job Cut Counter. By the way, we need Crane Country readers' help in getting this list up to date. Send tips to cranecountry@thenational.ae
Photo caption: Found: A laid-off property executive who has a sense of humour. Bradley Hope / The National
Formula Middle East Calendar (Formula Regional and Formula 4)
Round 1: January 17-19, Yas Marina Circuit – Abu Dhabi
Round 2: January 22-23, Yas Marina Circuit – Abu Dhabi
Round 3: February 7-9, Dubai Autodrome – Dubai
Round 4: February 14-16, Yas Marina Circuit – Abu Dhabi
Round 5: February 25-27, Jeddah Corniche Circuit – Saudi Arabia
The specs
Engine: Direct injection 4-cylinder 1.4-litre
Power: 150hp
Torque: 250Nm
Price: From Dh139,000
On sale: Now
The specs
Engine: 3-litre twin-turbo V6
Power: 400hp
Torque: 475Nm
Transmission: 9-speed automatic
Price: From Dh215,900
On sale: Now
The specs
Engine: 3.0-litre six-cylinder turbo
Power: 398hp from 5,250rpm
Torque: 580Nm at 1,900-4,800rpm
Transmission: Eight-speed auto
Fuel economy, combined: 6.5L/100km
On sale: December
Price: From Dh330,000 (estimate)
Fighting with My Family
Director: Stephen Merchant
Stars: Dwayne Johnson, Nick Frost, Lena Headey, Florence Pugh, Thomas Whilley, Tori Ellen Ross, Jack Lowden, Olivia Bernstone, Elroy Powell
Four stars