Silvia Radan

ABU DHABI — The French-Arab film festival organised by Alliance Francaise kicked off here on Sunday with Abdellatif Kechiche’s The Dodger.

ABU DHABI — The UAE Federation Torch will be lit in Ras Al Khaimah at 11am today and it will begin its journey across the seven emirates in celebration of the country’s 35th National Day.

ABU DHABI — A Christmas Bazaar was organised in the capital yesterday by the French Ladies Club (FLC).

ABU DHABI — Dr Mahmoud Youssif has been the chief anaesthetist at Al Noor Hospital here since 1991. A few months ago, in June 2006, he received an award of recognition from Al Noor, as the best head of department. Since his arrival in the UAE capital from Cairo, Egypt, nearly 16 years ago, Dr Youssif has never looked back.

ABU DHABI — A treasure trove of Turkish cultural heritage is on show as part of the Ottoman exhibition and concert in Abu Dhabi.

ABU DHABI — Venkatesh Kutty is a 22 years old who suffers from Down’s syndrome. But still he is one of the “stars” at the Special Care Centre (SCC), a school for disabled children in Abu Dhabi.

ABU DHABI — Arild Sjoedin, who made a big name for himself in hotel industry, is thrilled and honoured to be in the city and called it a fantastic place.

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ABU DHABI —A painting exhibition by German artist Hans-Joachim Pietrula is currently attracting visitors at the West Wing Gallery of Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi.

ABU DHABI — Accrorap, a well-known French modern dance company, will perform in the capital on October 30.

ABU DHABI — Most of the hotels in Abu Dhabi have decided not to arrange for any special Eid promotion or special offers this year because their restaurants are almost fully booked for the festivities.