Demonstrators chant slogans during the March of Solidarity for Iran in Washington. AFP
Demonstrators chant slogans during the March of Solidarity for Iran in Washington. AFP
Another group of demonstrators at the march. AFP
Another group of demonstrators at the march. AFP
A protest in support of Iranian women in Barcelona. Reuters
A protest in support of Iranian women in Barcelona. Reuters
Iranian citizens and locals joined in the Barcelona protest. Reuters
Iranian citizens and locals joined in the Barcelona protest. Reuters
People attend a demonstration in solidarity with Mahsa Amini and other Iranian women in Castello Square, Turin. EPA
People attend a demonstration in solidarity with Mahsa Amini and other Iranian women in Castello Square, Turin. EPA
A person places a candle during the demonstration in Turin. EPA
A person places a candle during the demonstration in Turin. EPA
A protester holds a pre-Islamic Revolution Iranian flag during a demonstration in Brussels in support of the Iranians fighting for their freedom. AFP
A protester holds a pre-Islamic Revolution Iranian flag during a demonstration in Brussels in support of the Iranians fighting for their freedom. AFP
A protester wearing a top with a logo that reads 'No to an Islamic state" as she takes part in a rally in support of the Iranian people, in Brussels. AFP
A protester wearing a top with a logo that reads 'No to an Islamic state" as she takes part in a rally in support of the Iranian people, in Brussels. AFP
People wave the Shah-era Iranian flag during a protest in Paris. AFP
People wave the Shah-era Iranian flag during a protest in Paris. AFP
A woman shows her true colours in the protest against the Iranian government, in Paris. AFP
A woman shows her true colours in the protest against the Iranian government, in Paris. AFP
A woman holds a flag, as people protest against the Iranian regime outside Iran's embassy in central London. Reuters
A woman holds a flag, as people protest against the Iranian regime outside Iran's embassy in central London. Reuters
Supporters of the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) carry placards and wave party flags in Beirut, during a protest against the death of Ms Amini. EPA
Supporters of the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) carry placards and wave party flags in Beirut, during a protest against the death of Ms Amini. EPA
People demonstrate against the Iranian government outside the Houses of Parliament in London following the death of Amini. Reuters
People demonstrate against the Iranian government outside the Houses of Parliament in London following the death of Amini. Reuters
A mural in Paris depicts women cutting their hair to show support for Iranian protesters. AP
A mural in Paris depicts women cutting their hair to show support for Iranian protesters. AP
People take part in a rally against the Iranian government in Vancouver, Canada, on Saturday. AP
People take part in a rally against the Iranian government in Vancouver, Canada, on Saturday. AP
Protesters take to the streets of Tehran. EPA
Protesters take to the streets of Tehran. EPA
Iranian protesters run after clashing with with police. EPA
Iranian protesters run after clashing with with police. EPA
A protester shaves their head outside the Houses of Parliament in London. Reuters
A protester shaves their head outside the Houses of Parliament in London. Reuters
Iranians living in Athens hold a protest in solidarity. AFP
Iranians living in Athens hold a protest in solidarity. AFP
People take part in a rally in The Hague. AFP
People take part in a rally in The Hague. AFP
A woman cuts her hair during a demonstration in Santiago, Chile, by feminist groups and Iranian migrants in support of Iranian women following the death of Amini. AFP
A woman cuts her hair during a demonstration in Santiago, Chile, by feminist groups and Iranian migrants in support of Iranian women following the death of Amini. AFP
Members of feminist groups and Iranian migrants during the protests in Santiago. AFP
Members of feminist groups and Iranian migrants during the protests in Santiago. AFP
Iranian activists shout slogans during a protest against the government in Tehran, in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. EPA
Iranian activists shout slogans during a protest against the government in Tehran, in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. EPA
A protester holds a painted portrait of Mahsa Amini in Berlin, Germany. EPA
A protester holds a painted portrait of Mahsa Amini in Berlin, Germany. EPA
A protester shows red paint on her face, resembling blood splatters and bloody handprints next to the national Iranian emblem, during a rally in Berlin. EPA
A protester shows red paint on her face, resembling blood splatters and bloody handprints next to the national Iranian emblem, during a rally in Berlin. EPA
Iranian protesters shout slogan during a protest in Istanbul, Turkey. EPA
Iranian protesters shout slogan during a protest in Istanbul, Turkey. EPA
A woman holds a sign during a protest against the Iranian government, in front of the country's embassy in Madrid, Spain. The protests were triggered by the death of a young Iranian woman, Mahsa Amini, in police custody. Reuters
A woman holds a sign during a protest against the Iranian government, in front of the country's embassy in Madrid, Spain. The protests were triggered by the death of a young Iranian woman, Mahsa Amini, in police custody. Reuters
A woman cuts her hair during the protest in front of the Iranian embassy in Madrid. Reuters
A woman cuts her hair during the protest in front of the Iranian embassy in Madrid. Reuters
Israelis show their support for women in Iran as they hold up placards of Amini during a protest in Jerusalem. EPA
Israelis show their support for women in Iran as they hold up placards of Amini during a protest in Jerusalem. EPA
Amini, 22, was arrested in Tehran on September 13, 2022, by the morality police. She fell into a coma while in police custody and was declared dead on September 16. EPA
Amini, 22, was arrested in Tehran on September 13, 2022, by the morality police. She fell into a coma while in police custody and was declared dead on September 16. EPA
People walk by graffiti in support of the protests triggered by Amini's death, in Jerusalem. EPA
People walk by graffiti in support of the protests triggered by Amini's death, in Jerusalem. EPA
A protest in Nantes, western France, after the death of Amini in Iranian police custody. AFP
A protest in Nantes, western France, after the death of Amini in Iranian police custody. AFP
Women gather for a demonstration in Barcelona, Spain. AFP
Women gather for a demonstration in Barcelona, Spain. AFP
Demonstrators in Nantes. Amini's death has sparked a global protest movement. AFP
Demonstrators in Nantes. Amini's death has sparked a global protest movement. AFP
Women protest outside the town hall in in Montpellier, southern France. AFP
Women protest outside the town hall in in Montpellier, southern France. AFP
A woman at a protest in Catalunya Square, Barcelona. Reuters
A woman at a protest in Catalunya Square, Barcelona. Reuters
Campaigners and football fans protest at a Champions League match between Porto and Bayer Leverkusen at the Dragao stadium in Portugal. EPA
Campaigners and football fans protest at a Champions League match between Porto and Bayer Leverkusen at the Dragao stadium in Portugal. EPA
People hold placards during a demonstration in solidarity with the Iranian people near the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France. EPA
People hold placards during a demonstration in solidarity with the Iranian people near the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France. EPA
An Iranian woman living in Turkey with 'Freedom' written on her forehead takes part in a protest near the Iranian consulate in Istanbul. Reuters
An Iranian woman living in Turkey with 'Freedom' written on her forehead takes part in a protest near the Iranian consulate in Istanbul. Reuters
In Barcelona, protesters take part in a demonstration in support of Iranian women. AFP
In Barcelona, protesters take part in a demonstration in support of Iranian women. AFP
A Lebanese activist takes part in a protest in Beirut, triggered by the death of Amini, 22. AP
A Lebanese activist takes part in a protest in Beirut, triggered by the death of Amini, 22. AP
A Turkish protester takes off her head scarf while giving a performance in Instanbul during a protest against Iran over Amini's death. Getty
A Turkish protester takes off her head scarf while giving a performance in Instanbul during a protest against Iran over Amini's death. Getty
A woman in Istanbul cuts her hair during a protest against Iran. Getty
A woman in Istanbul cuts her hair during a protest against Iran. Getty
A Lebanese activist holds a poster depicting Amini during a protest in Beirut organised by feminist groups in support of women protesters in Iran. EPA
A Lebanese activist holds a poster depicting Amini during a protest in Beirut organised by feminist groups in support of women protesters in Iran. EPA
Demonstrators in Los Angeles, California, hold the Iranian flag during a protest against the government in Tehran. AFP
Demonstrators in Los Angeles, California, hold the Iranian flag during a protest against the government in Tehran. AFP
Demonstrators hold placards in Mexico City during a protest against Iran. Reuters
Demonstrators hold placards in Mexico City during a protest against Iran. Reuters
People demonstrate in Montreal, Canada, during a protest triggered by Amini's death. AFP
People demonstrate in Montreal, Canada, during a protest triggered by Amini's death. AFP
Iranian Americans participate in a rally in central Los Angeles, in solidarity with women in Iran. AP
Iranian Americans participate in a rally in central Los Angeles, in solidarity with women in Iran. AP
Demonstrators march during a protest in Los Angeles, California. AFP
Demonstrators march during a protest in Los Angeles, California. AFP
A woman with the colours of the Iranian flag painted on her face participates in a rally as thousands demonstrate in support of Iranian women in Los Angeles. EPA
A woman with the colours of the Iranian flag painted on her face participates in a rally as thousands demonstrate in support of Iranian women in Los Angeles. EPA
Australians protest over Amini's death in Melbourne. EPA
Australians protest over Amini's death in Melbourne. EPA
Police block protesters from entering Iran's embassy in Oslo, Norway. EPA
Police block protesters from entering Iran's embassy in Oslo, Norway. EPA
Demonstrators in front of the European headquarters of the UN in Geneva, Switzerland, during a rally against Iran. EPA
Demonstrators in front of the European headquarters of the UN in Geneva, Switzerland, during a rally against Iran. EPA
A candlelight vigil for Amini in Los Angeles. AFP
A candlelight vigil for Amini in Los Angeles. AFP
Afghan women hold placards as they take part in a protest in front of the Iranian embassy in Kabul. AFP
Afghan women hold placards as they take part in a protest in front of the Iranian embassy in Kabul. AFP
Protestors take part in a rally outside the Iranian consulate in Istanbul. AFP
Protestors take part in a rally outside the Iranian consulate in Istanbul. AFP
An Iranian woman shows a lock of hair she cut off during a protest outside the Iranian consulate in Istanbul. EPA
An Iranian woman shows a lock of hair she cut off during a protest outside the Iranian consulate in Istanbul. EPA
Demonstrators outside the Iranian consulate in Istanbul. Getty
Demonstrators outside the Iranian consulate in Istanbul. Getty
Iranian Americans rally on Capitol Hill in Washington to show support for protesters in Iran. AFP
Iranian Americans rally on Capitol Hill in Washington to show support for protesters in Iran. AFP
Protesters on Capitol Hill hold a sign condemning the crackdown by Tehran. AFP
Protesters on Capitol Hill hold a sign condemning the crackdown by Tehran. AFP
German demonstrators gather in Berlin after the death of Amini in Iranian police custody. AP
German demonstrators gather in Berlin after the death of Amini in Iranian police custody. AP
A protester cries during a rally in Berlin. Reuters
A protester cries during a rally in Berlin. Reuters
A demonstration in Madrid, Spain. Thousands have gathered in cities across Europe to support protests in Iran. AP
A demonstration in Madrid, Spain. Thousands have gathered in cities across Europe to support protests in Iran. AP
Demonstrators gather outside the Iranian embassy in Madrid. Reuters
Demonstrators gather outside the Iranian embassy in Madrid. Reuters
People take part in a protest in Lausanne, Switzerland. EPA
People take part in a protest in Lausanne, Switzerland. EPA
Protesters hold signs featuring images of Amini during the protest in the western Swiss city. EPA
Protesters hold signs featuring images of Amini during the protest in the western Swiss city. EPA
Demonstrators in front of the Iranian embassy in Buenos Aires, Argentina. EPA
Demonstrators in front of the Iranian embassy in Buenos Aires, Argentina. EPA
An activist outside the Iranian embassy in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with a sign that reads 'Justice for Mahsa Amini'. AFP
An activist outside the Iranian embassy in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with a sign that reads 'Justice for Mahsa Amini'. AFP
A demonstration against violence in Iran is held in Quito, Ecuador. The Iranian community in Ecuador protested outside the Iranian embassy. EPA
A demonstration against violence in Iran is held in Quito, Ecuador. The Iranian community in Ecuador protested outside the Iranian embassy. EPA
Protesters at a demonstration outside the Iranian embassy in Quito, Ecuador. EPA
Protesters at a demonstration outside the Iranian embassy in Quito, Ecuador. EPA

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Balenciaga wipes Instagram feed in support of Iranian women's rights

Once again the house uses its platform to highlight social issues

Sarah Maisey

October 06, 2022

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Spanish maison Balenciaga has once again wiped its Instagram account, this time in support of women's rights in Iran.

On Wednesday, the official account, which has more than 14 million followers, featured only one post, which reads "Women Life Freedom" in English and Farsi.

The accompanying caption, on behalf of the brand and its parent company, reads: "Balenciaga, Kering and the Kering Foundation have always supported the fight for women's fundamental rights and freedom. We stand with all Iranian women, in memory of Mahsa."

Mahsa Amini is the Kurdish-Iranian woman whose death at the hands of the Iranian morality police sparked the recent unrest across the country. Iranian women have been removing their head coverings and cutting off their hair in protest to her death.

Scroll through the gallery above to see photos of protests around the world in support of Mahsa Amini

The move comes only days after the brand's Paris Fashion Week show, which had models with fake bruises and injuries on their faces, walking through a mud-filled runway.

This is not the first time that Balenciaga, headed by the designer Demna, has offered support to social and political causes. In March, following the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February — the country where the designer spent part of his childhood — the Balenciaga Instagram account was wiped clean, except for an image of the Ukrainian flag. Its Stories and Reels have previously featured statements in support of numerous causes, including the fight against racism, for gender equality and in support of the human rights of refugees.

Kering also owns Gucci, which has weighed in on the situation as well, writing on its Instagram Stories: "As a House, and through our Chime for Change campaign to unite and strengthen voices in the fight for gender equality, we stand with all Iranian women."

Balenciaga is among a handful of high-profile brands that understand the impact of Instagram and how deleting images and posts or the entire account draws huge attention.

In May 2021, to formally mark the retirement of Jean Paul Gaultier from his eponymous brand, its social media pages were deleted, and instead replaced with two words: "The End".

The following month, Italian house Bottega Veneta wiped clean all of its posts on social media accounts, sending the already buzzing atmosphere around the company into hyper-drive. Then under the leadership of Daniel Lee, who has just been named as the new creative director at Burberry, the surprise move of deleting all of the brand's social media posts as his designs were sparking widespread adoration, generated even more interest.

Ye, the artist formally known as Kanye West, has deleted posts across his accounts on numerous occasions. In October 2018, he deleted his accounts citing his "unhealthy" posts, and again in March 2022 after publicly insulting his ex-wife Kim Kardashian. No sooner had he started posting again than he was given a 24-hour ban by Meta, Instagram's parent company, for what it described as messages that "violated Instagram’s policies on hate speech, bullying and harassment". This was regarding Ye's comments about Pete Davidson, who was then dating Kardashian, as well as comedian Trevor Noah.

In Paris, Balenciaga, Valentino and Givenchy soldier on despite the rain — in pictures

A flowing pleated dress at Balenciaga for spring/summer 2023. Photo: Balenciaga
A flowing pleated dress at Balenciaga for spring/summer 2023. Photo: Balenciaga
A cropped bomber of oversized jeans at Balenciaga. Photo: Balenciaga
A cropped bomber of oversized jeans at Balenciaga. Photo: Balenciaga
A fluffy dress in neon green at Balenciaga. Photo: Balenciaga
A fluffy dress in neon green at Balenciaga. Photo: Balenciaga
A snake-like scarf at Balenciaga, for spring/summer 2023. Photo: Balenciaga
A snake-like scarf at Balenciaga, for spring/summer 2023. Photo: Balenciaga
With a toy made into a bag, many models appeared to have bruises and cuts on their faces. Photo: Balenciaga
With a toy made into a bag, many models appeared to have bruises and cuts on their faces. Photo: Balenciaga
A model with a cut face. Photo: Balenciaga
A model with a cut face. Photo: Balenciaga
Draped and knotted fabric becomes a dress at Balenciaga spring/summer 2023. Photo: Balenciaga
Draped and knotted fabric becomes a dress at Balenciaga spring/summer 2023. Photo: Balenciaga
Feathering details at Valentino, such as this trimmed jacket, for spring/summer 2023. Getty
Feathering details at Valentino, such as this trimmed jacket, for spring/summer 2023. Getty
Opening the show, a model has the Valentino logo painted on her. Getty
Opening the show, a model has the Valentino logo painted on her. Getty
A burnished gold mini dress at the Valentino womenswear spring/summer 2023 show. Getty
A burnished gold mini dress at the Valentino womenswear spring/summer 2023 show. Getty
Elegant shades of nude at the Valentino womenswear spring/summer 2023 show. Getty
Elegant shades of nude at the Valentino womenswear spring/summer 2023 show. Getty
A shaggy tweed jacket with combat trousers at Givenchy womenswear spring/summer 2023. Getty
A shaggy tweed jacket with combat trousers at Givenchy womenswear spring/summer 2023. Getty
Givenchy kept things short and simple for spring/summer 2023. Getty
Givenchy kept things short and simple for spring/summer 2023. Getty
A fitted dress with long gloves at Givenchy spring/summer 2023. Getty
A fitted dress with long gloves at Givenchy spring/summer 2023. Getty
An oversized jacket at Givenchy spring/summer 2023. Getty
An oversized jacket at Givenchy spring/summer 2023. Getty
A textured jacket worn over a sweatshirt at the Givenchy spring/summer 2023 show. Getty
A textured jacket worn over a sweatshirt at the Givenchy spring/summer 2023 show. Getty
A sheath dress dotted with beads, for Givenchy spring/summer 2023. Getty
A sheath dress dotted with beads, for Givenchy spring/summer 2023. Getty
An asymmetric dress at Givenchy spring/summer 2023. Getty
An asymmetric dress at Givenchy spring/summer 2023. Getty
Draped metallics at Givenchy womenswear spring/summer 2023. Getty
Draped metallics at Givenchy womenswear spring/summer 2023. Getty
At Valentino, there were numerous metallic, pleated looks, such as this one in lilac for spring/summer 2023. Getty
At Valentino, there were numerous metallic, pleated looks, such as this one in lilac for spring/summer 2023. Getty
Valentino offered many looks decorated with the repeated V logo, at the start of the show, with patterning even covering the models' faces. Getty
Valentino offered many looks decorated with the repeated V logo, at the start of the show, with patterning even covering the models' faces. Getty
Another metallic look at Valentino for spring/summer 2023. Getty
Another metallic look at Valentino for spring/summer 2023. Getty
One of the Valentino finale dresses was a taffeta gown with a deep-cut back, spring/summer 2023. Getty
One of the Valentino finale dresses was a taffeta gown with a deep-cut back, spring/summer 2023. Getty
A sheer, layered dress at the Valentino womenswear spring/summer 2023 show. Getty
A sheer, layered dress at the Valentino womenswear spring/summer 2023 show. Getty
In Valentino's signature red, a model walks the runway during the house's spring/summer 2023 show. Getty
In Valentino's signature red, a model walks the runway during the house's spring/summer 2023 show. Getty
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Safety 'top priority' for rival hyperloop company

The chief operating officer of Hyperloop Transportation Technologies, Andres de Leon, said his company's hyperloop technology is “ready” and safe.

He said the company prioritised safety throughout its development and, last year, Munich Re, one of the world's largest reinsurance companies, announced it was ready to insure their technology.

“Our levitation, propulsion, and vacuum technology have all been developed [...] over several decades and have been deployed and tested at full scale,” he said in a statement to The National.

“Only once the system has been certified and approved will it move people,” he said.

HyperloopTT has begun designing and engineering processes for its Abu Dhabi projects and hopes to break ground soon. 

With no delivery date yet announced, Mr de Leon said timelines had to be considered carefully, as government approval, permits, and regulations could create necessary delays.

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Vitamin D: Highly relevant in the UAE due to limited sun exposure; supports bone health, immunity and mood.Vitamin B12: Important for nerve health and energy production, especially for vegetarians, vegans and individuals with absorption issues.Iron: Useful only when deficiency or anaemia is confirmed; helps reduce fatigue and support immunity.Omega-3 (EPA/DHA): Supports heart health and reduces inflammation, especially for those who consume little fish.

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Houthis: Iran-backed rebels who occupy Sanaa and run unrecognised government

Yemeni government: Exiled government in Aden led by eight-member Presidential Leadership Council

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Afghanistan v Zimbabwe, Abu Dhabi Sunshine Series

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Test series

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2nd Test: Wednesday, 10 March – Sunday, 14 March

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THE SPECS

Engine: 3.5-litre V6
Transmission: six-speed manual
Power: 325bhp
Torque: 370Nm
Speed: 0-100km/h 3.9 seconds
Price: Dh230,000
On sale: now

From Zero

Artist: Linkin Park

Label: Warner Records

Number of tracks: 11

Rating: 4/5

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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
MOUNTAINHEAD REVIEW

Starring: Ramy Youssef, Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman

Director: Jesse Armstrong

Rating: 3.5/5

WOMAN AND CHILD

Director: Saeed Roustaee

Starring: Parinaz Izadyar, Payman Maadi

Rating: 4/5

ATP WORLD No 1

2004 Roger Federer

2005 Roger Federer

2006 Roger Federer

2007 Roger Federer

2008 Rafael Nadal

2009 Roger Federer

2010 Rafael Nadal

2011 Novak Djokovic

2012 Novak Djokovic

2013 Rafael Nadal

2014 Novak Djokovic

2015 Novak Djokovic

2016 Andy Murray

2017 Rafael Nadal

2018 Novak Djokovic

2019 Rafael Nadal

UK’s AI plan
  • AI ambassadors such as MIT economist Simon Johnson, Monzo cofounder Tom Blomfield and Google DeepMind’s Raia Hadsell
  • £10bn AI growth zone in South Wales to create 5,000 jobs
  • £100m of government support for startups building AI hardware products
  • £250m to train new AI models
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Ticket prices
  • Golden circle - Dh995
  • Floor Standing - Dh495
  • Lower Bowl Platinum - Dh95
  • Lower Bowl premium - Dh795
  • Lower Bowl Plus - Dh695
  • Lower Bowl Standard- Dh595
  • Upper Bowl Premium - Dh395
  • Upper Bowl standard - Dh295
Asia Cup 2018 final

Who: India v Bangladesh

When: Friday, 3.30pm, Dubai International Stadium

Watch: Live on OSN Cricket HD

While you're here
Federer's 19 grand slam titles

Australian Open (5 titles) - 2004 bt Marat Safin; 2006 bt Marcos Baghdatis; 2007 bt Fernando Gonzalez; 2010 bt Andy Murray; 2017 bt Rafael Nadal

French Open (1 title) - 2009 bt Robin Soderling

Wimbledon (8 titles) - 2003 bt Mark Philippoussis; 2004 bt Andy Roddick; 2005 bt Andy Roddick; 2006 bt Rafael Nadal; 2007 bt Rafael Nadal; 2009 bt Andy Roddick; 2012 bt Andy Murray; 2017 bt Marin Cilic

US Open (5 titles) - 2004 bt Lleyton Hewitt; 2005 bt Andre Agassi; 2006 bt Andy Roddick; 2007 bt Novak Djokovic; 2008 bt Andy Murray

Why it pays to compare

A comparison of sending Dh20,000 from the UAE using two different routes at the same time - the first direct from a UAE bank to a bank in Germany, and the second from the same UAE bank via an online platform to Germany - found key differences in cost and speed. The transfers were both initiated on January 30.

Route 1: bank transfer

The UAE bank charged Dh152.25 for the Dh20,000 transfer. On top of that, their exchange rate margin added a difference of around Dh415, compared with the mid-market rate.

Total cost: Dh567.25 - around 2.9 per cent of the total amount

Total received: €4,670.30 

Route 2: online platform

The UAE bank’s charge for sending Dh20,000 to a UK dirham-denominated account was Dh2.10. The exchange rate margin cost was Dh60, plus a Dh12 fee.

Total cost: Dh74.10, around 0.4 per cent of the transaction

Total received: €4,756

The UAE bank transfer was far quicker – around two to three working days, while the online platform took around four to five days, but was considerably cheaper. In the online platform transfer, the funds were also exposed to currency risk during the period it took for them to arrive.

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The Comeback: Elvis And The Story Of The 68 Special
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SCORES

Multiply Titans 81-2 in 12.1 overs
(Tony de Zorzi, 34)

bt Auckland Aces 80 all out in 16 overs
(Shawn von Borg 4-15, Alfred Mothoa 2-11, Tshepo Moreki 2-16).

States of Passion by Nihad Sirees,
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MATCH INFO

Uefa Champions League quarter-final second leg:

Juventus 1 Ajax 2

Ajax advance 3-2 on aggregate

Dubai World Cup draw

1. Gunnevera

2. Capezzano

3. North America

4. Audible

5. Seeking The Soul

6. Pavel

7. Gronkowski

8. Axelrod

9. New Trails

10. Yoshida

11. K T Brave

12. Thunder Snow

13. Dolkong 

Who are the Soroptimists?

The first Soroptimists club was founded in Oakland, California in 1921. The name comes from the Latin word soror which means sister, combined with optima, meaning the best.

The organisation said its name is best interpreted as ‘the best for women’.

Since then the group has grown exponentially around the world and is officially affiliated with the United Nations. The organisation also counts Queen Mathilde of Belgium among its ranks.

The Lowdown

Kesari

Rating: 2.5/5 stars
Produced by: Dharma Productions, Azure Entertainment
Directed by: Anubhav Singh
Cast: Akshay Kumar, Parineeti Chopra

 

Company profile

Name: Oulo.com

Founder: Kamal Nazha

Based: Dubai

Founded: 2020

Number of employees: 5

Sector: Technology

Funding: $450,000

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Our family matters legal consultant

Name: Hassan Mohsen Elhais

Position: legal consultant with Al Rowaad Advocates and Legal Consultants.

All the Money in the World

Director: Ridley Scott

Starring: Charlie Plummer, Mark Wahlberg, Michelle Williams, Christopher Plummer

Four stars

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UAE currency

Ammar 808:
Maghreb United
Sofyann Ben Youssef
Glitterbeat 

Director: Laxman Utekar

Cast: Vicky Kaushal, Akshaye Khanna, Diana Penty, Vineet Kumar Singh, Rashmika Mandanna

Rating: 1/5

Rafael Nadal's record at the MWTC

2009 Finalist

2010 Champion

Jan 2011 Champion

Dec 2011 Semi-finalist

Dec 2012 Did not play

Dec 2013 Semi-finalist

2015 Semi-finalist

Jan 2016 Champion

Dec 2016 Champion

2017 Did not play

 

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