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Art therapy is a powerful tool in the recovery process from violence, trauma and abuse, and can improve mental health, emotional well-being and personal growth, top experts said during a two-day event in Abu Dhabi. The region’s first-ever Art Therapy Conference themed ‘Empowering through Creativity’ focused on art’s transformative influence on trauma, and its therapeutic potential. Organised by the Abu Dhabi Center for Sheltering and Humanitarian Care – Ewaa, an affiliate of the Department of Community Development (DCD), the event united leading experts who highlighted the far-reaching applications of art therapy, techniques, and strategies in addressing various forms of trauma.…

Yet another goals record on Erling Haaland’s bulging CV had Pep Guardiola sounding on Tuesday – tongue-in-cheek – like he was growing tired of answering questions about his prolific scorer. The 23-year-old became the fastest to score 40 Champions League goals with his strike in the 54th minute that sparked Manchester City’s 3-2 comeback victory over RB Leipzig that clinched them top spot in Group G with a round of group games remaining. Three days earlier, Haaland had become the fastest to net 50 Premier League goals in a 1-1 draw with Liverpool. “Again? I have to tell you again?”…

Region’s largest footwear and leather products show – DIFLEX 2023 – during December 11-13 Over USD20 billion MEA footwear and leather market on upswing with retail spending rise Over 250 top footwear and leather producers from across the world to showcase over 10,000 product lines Dubai, November 29, 2023:  The region’s largest footwear and leather products –DIFLEX 2023 – will debut during December 11-13 in the backdrop of the demand upswing for footwear and leather goods in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) estimated to be growing at a CAGR of over 7 per cent and poised to touch upwards of USD 20…

As Kevin McCallister said in Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, “How could you have Christmas without a Christmas tree?” It’s not the holiday season until the best Christmas tree in the world shines brightly at Rockefeller Center in New York City.  This year marks the 91st Annual Christmas in Rockefeller Center. The tree will stay lit throughout December and into the new year until January 13. The tree is lit for 19 hours per day except Christmas Eve, when it radiates for 24 hours, and on New Year’s Eve, when it turns off at 9 p.m. ET. Find…

Hope that they would be rescued soon kept many of the workers trapped in a collapsed tunnel in India strong through their ordeal, some of the men said on Wednesday, hours after they were pulled out of 17 days of confinement. All 41 men, low-wage workers from some of India’s poorest states, were rescued, and were being taken to a specialist hospital in Rishikesh city after spending the night at a makeshift medical facility in this small Himalayan town. Doctors said they were all doing well, but would need long-term support, including monitoring for post-traumatic stress. The men had lights…

Maher Koubaa appointed as Amadeus Executive Vice President Travel unit and Managing Director, EMEA In this newly formed and expanded role, Maher Koubaa will make use of his more than 20 years of travel industry experience to lead the implementation of Amadeus’ strategic vision in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region. Having successfully grown Amadeus’ business in EMEA during his five-year tenure as Head of airlines in the region, Maher’s expanded role will see him taking a similarly customer-centric approach with travel sellers in addition to airline customers. “This evolution of our organization in EMEA is a unique opportunity…

2-in-1 laptop deals are often focused on mid-range offerings but right now, you can buy an inexpensive 2-in-1 laptop at Walmart in the form of the Lenovo Flex 5i. Usually priced at $349, it’s down to $299 for a limited time only. If you want all the benefits of a Windows 11-based laptop that will also work as a tablet, this is one of the laptop deals you need to consider. It’s perfect for someone seeking flexibility on a budget. Let’s take a look at the specs it offers. Why you should buy the Lenovo Flex 5i Lenovo is one…

There will be a temporary traffic diversion temporary rerouting of traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road towards Abu Dhabi, from the Trade Centre Roundabout to the Expo Intersection, the Dubai Media Office announced on Tuesday. This diversion will be in place from 7am to 11am for three days – from December 1 to 3, 2023. The measure coincides with the UAE’s Union Day celebrations and its hosting of the UN Climate Change Conference COP28. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has mapped out a comprehensive traffic plan to ensure smooth traffic flows. The plan involves the use of alternative roads such…

A 12-year-old Michigan boy went on a joy ride through Ann Arbor after stealing a 35,000-pound (15,876 kg) Construction Genie GTH-636 Telehandler with a forklift. The police were alerted at approximately 6:45pm when the kid took the equipment from Forsythe Middle School. The chase lasted more than an hour during which the kid hit around 10 parked vehicles in the Georgetown Boulevard neighbourhood. “At 6:48 pm officers located the stolen vehicle being driven southbound on Brooks Street near Pearl Street without any lights on,” the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Department said in a statement released on X, formerly Twitter. “Multiple officers…

As Ahmed takes on the role of an entrepreneur, the backdrop of 2023 as the ‘Year of Sustainability’ infuses his venture with purpose A remarkable mindset shift from being cautionary to entrepreneurship resulted in Ahmed Muhammed Rashid Al Harthy, an Emirati, take the leap to launch ‘BADDEL’. Being risk-averse by nature, Ahmed’s decision to start a company signals a transformative shift, driven by a profound purpose. BADDEL was conceived as a response to the declaration made by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President, designating 2023 as the ‘Year of Sustainability’. This initiative seamlessly aligns with the…