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Silvia Radan is a photo-journalist based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. I have nearly 25 years experience in journalism, the last 11 being in the UAE, where I worked mostly for Khaleej Times, one of the top English language daily newspapers here. I have also done freelance work for Time Out-Abu Dhabi, What's On - Abu Dhabi, BBC Online, Mediafax (Romanian national news agency) and various UK and Romanian magazines. I have also worked as a photographer for Photonews Agency in London and freelance. As a journalist, I specialise in environment, renewable energy, current affaires, social issues, communities, culture, arts, travel and the hospitality industry.
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Cooler days on the horizon across UAE
The UAE is expected to experience cooler weather over the weekend, with hazy skies and poor visibility due to dust. The National Centre for Meteorology and Seismology forecasts cloudy conditions, particularly in eastern mountain areas, and predicts temperatures to drop slightly by Saturday. Fujairah and Khor Fakkan may see some rain, while temperatures in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and northern areas will range from 37 to 40 degrees Celsius.
How UAE students can get into Ivy League
UAE students face challenges in gaining admission to top UK and US universities like Oxford, Cambridge, and Ivy League schools due to a lack of specialized mentorship. Carfax Educational Consultants have been assisting students and schools in the UAE to better understand and meet the specific requirements of these institutions. The consultants emphasize the importance of early preparation, practical experience, and extracurricular achievements. Recent efforts include presentations at Yasmina School to guide teachers, students, and parents on the admissions process.
Rarely do your nails break? It is one of the 5 signs that you have enviable immunity
The article discusses five signs that indicate a strong immune system: rarely catching colds, having strong hair, healthy teeth and gums, excellent digestion, and strong nails. It emphasizes the importance of a healthy lifestyle in maintaining immunity and suggests that frequent illnesses or physical issues may signal a weakened immune system.
Every year around December/January, Abu Dhabi organises Al Dhafra Festival, primarily a camel beauty show. In the Western Region of Abu Dhabi emirate, up to 20,000 camels from all over the Arab Gulf are camping in the desert, along with their keepers to enter one of the dozens (72 last year) camel beauty competitions. The festival was set up to preserve Emirati desert heritage, every year growing in the number of activities, events and competitions related to Gulf Arab customs and traditions. This is a feature about the 2015 festival, published in Khaleej Times, one of UAE's top national dailies.
UAE's art world mourns Emirati artist Hassan Sharif
The UAE art community is mourning the death of renowned Emirati artist Hassan Sharif, who passed away at the age of 65. Sharif was a pioneer of conceptual art in the UAE and his work was displayed internationally, including at the Guggenheim in New York and Centre Pompidou in Paris. Tributes have poured in from the artistic community, with Hoor Al-Qasimi of the Sharjah Art Foundation and Emirati artist Jalal Luqman expressing their condolences and highlighting Sharif's significant contributions to the art world. Gallery Isabelle Van den Eynde, which represented Sharif in Dubai, remembered him for his experimental work and impact on Middle Eastern art history.
Solar Impulse 2 pilots recount their soaring moments
Bertrand Piccard and André Borschberg, the pilots of Solar Impulse 2, have completed the first round-the-world flight powered solely by solar energy. The article recounts their 43,041km journey, highlighting the challenges they faced and the sense of achievement upon completing the mission. The pilots share their experiences of bravery, resilience, and self-discovery, as well as the joy they felt during this historic aviation feat. The journey not only represents a significant milestone in aviation but also demonstrates the potential of renewable energy sources such as solar power.
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