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Julianne Moore to star in Pedro Almodovar’s ‘The Room Next Door’

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8 months ago

January 26, 2024

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Washington [US], January 26 (ANI): Actor Julianne Moore is all set to be seen alongside Tilda Swinton in ‘The Room Next Door’, the first English-language feature from acclaimed, Oscar-winning Spanish director Pedro Almodovar, his production company has confirmed, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Last year, Almodovar initially discussed Swinton’s casting. ‘The Human Voice’, a 2021 Venice short film directed by Pedro Almodovar, marked the Scottish actress’s maiden foray into the English-language feature film industry.

The short film ‘Strange Way of Life’, starring Pedro Pascal and Ethan Hawke, was his follow-up and was screened at Cannes last year. Almodovar claimed that the shorts served as a trial run to help him become more at ease directing performers speaking in English. He was supposed to helm the English-language film ‘A Manual for Cleaning Women’, which was supposed to star and be produced by Cate Blanchett. However, he withdrew from the project in 2022.

Almodovar is regarded as one of the best European directors of his generation. He has received praise from critics around the world for films like All About My Mother, which was nominated for two Oscars in 2003 for best original screenplay and best director, Talk to Her, which won the best international feature Oscar in 2000, and Pain and Glory, which earned nominations for a best international feature and best actor for Antonio Banderas.

Almodovar’s last feature was 2021’s Parallel Mothers starring Penelope Cruz, who won Venice’s Best Actress prize for her role. Julianne Moore was seen most recently alongside Natalie Portman in Todd Haynes’ melodrama ‘May December’, which picked up an Oscar nomination for best original screenplay for co-writers Samy Burch and Alex Mechanik, reported The Hollywood Reporter. (ANI)

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Global Village announces opening date for Season 29

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5 days ago

September 3, 2024

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Season 29 of Global Village will kick off on October 16, 2024, the outdoor destination announced. The season will run until May 11, 2025. The popular destination remains closed during the summer months. This year, Global Village is expanding its offerings, featuring more cultural representations, never-before-seen entertainment, and exciting infrastructure upgrades.

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Visitors to the family-friendly destination can experience a diverse range of performances, shopping, and dining experiences from cultures around the world.

Opening more than 25 years ago, the destination set a new record of over 10 million visitors in its 28th season, the longest season to date, hosting 27 pavilions representing over 90 cultures from around the globe, as well as 3,500 shopping outlets and 250 dining options.

The destination is expecting millions of visitors from around the globe to gather for the park’s attractions during the upcoming season.

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Gaming meets speed: Ferrari launches first-ever esports arena in Abu Dhabi

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1 week ago

September 1, 2024

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Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi’s acclaimed Ferrari-themed park, has once again redefined entertainment by launching the world’s first Ferrari-themed Esports Arena. This state-of-the-art venue is set to become the go-to destination for racing enthusiasts, Formula 1 aficionados, and thrill-seekers alike.

The newly unveiled Ferrari World Esports Arena features an impressive lineup of 20 Gran Turismo simulators, thoughtfully designed to cater to a broad audience. Fourteen simulators are dedicated to adult racers, while six are specifically designed for younger guests, creating a family-friendly atmosphere that welcomes visitors of all ages.

The arena also includes three specialised F1 simulators, offering participants the exhilarating experience of sitting in the driver’s seat of a Ferrari race car and racing on legendary F1 Grand Prix circuits, including the Yas Marina Circuit. Open daily from 10am to 6pm, the Ferrari World Esports Arena offers access to the Gran Turismo simulators as part of the theme park ticket until the end of the year. The exclusive F1 simulators are available for an additional fee, starting from Dh60 per race.

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Privacy and Comfort: Inside Sharjah’s newly announced women’s beach retreat

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2 weeks ago

August 24, 2024

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A new beach, only for women, has been announced in Sharjah under the orders of the emirate’s ruler Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi. The 500-meter beach is located in the Lulu’iya area of Khorfakkan and will offer complete privacy for women. The beach will also have other amenities like a cafe, a medical clinic, and a prayer room.

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Other than this beach, Sharjah has the Sharjah Ladies Club beach and in 2023, Sheikh Dr Sultan announced the development of women’s only beaches in Kalba and at Al Hamariya Beach. In May this year, the Crown Prince of Dubai Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed launched the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033, which includes designating new beaches for only women.

In further orders, the Sharjah Ruler directed the construction of a pedestrian bridge linking Al Bardi 6 and Al Batha areas in Khorfakkan city.

Speaking on the Sharjah’s Direct Line radio programme, Yousef Khamis Al Othmani, Chairman of RTA Sharjah said that the new bridge will help the movement of residents between the two areas.

He also said the RTA will implement modifications to the internal roads in the Hayawa area.